Music Therapy

Music Therapy in Sunbury

Music therapy can support mental, intellectual, physical, emotional or social aspects of wellbeing, by using music within a therapeutic relationship to achieve meaningful goals.

Music therapy is an evidence-based allied health profession where Registered Music Therapists use music-based activities to actively support people with their health, functioning and wellbeing. Music therapy uses music and the relationship formed through musical experiences to support individuals and their families.

Music therapists also use a variety of non-musical therapeutic techniques, and work with a range of other therapists to collectively support the individual to reach their goals.

Various music-based activities can be used to in a Music Therapy session, which are tailored each session to support the needs of the individual:

Singing and/or playing instruments
Drumming
Improvised music-making
Song writing and composing
Movement-based musical activities
Active music listening – live and pre-recorded
Creating purpose-based playlists
Therapeutic instrument learning

Music therapy can be used support clients in the following areas:

Anxiety and Stress

Improve Confidence

Emotional and mood regulation

Examine strong emotions

Developing self-regulating strategies

Encourage verbal & non-verbal communication

Practice speech and language targets

Improve gross and fine motor skills

Help regulate heart rate

Breath control

Help improve sleep

Village Therapy no longer provides Music Therapy as part of our services. We do however, continue to recognise the value that Music Therapy brings to our clients. We currently have 2 x sole trading music therapists that work out of one of our clinic rooms. If you are interested in booking an appointment please reach out to them directly.

Cat Muro – Musicking Spaces
Website: www.musickingspaces.com
Call: 0476 025 309
Email: cat@musickingspaces.com

Kim Pearson – Empower Music Services
Website: www.empowermusic.com.au
Call: 0449 533 844
Email: kim@empowermusic.com.au

Village Therapy is here to help you & your child!

While we see as many clients as we can, our availability may be limited. Don’t let that stop you from enjoying the expert help we can offer. Contact Village Therapy today and let us know how we can help.