Music therapy services based on the intersection of neuroscience & music
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What is neurologic music therapy®?
Neurologic Music Therapy ®(NMT) is an evidence-based model of music therapy based on the understanding of how the brain processes music.
NMT consists of standardized clinical techniques that address cognitive, affective, sensory, language and movement dysfunctions due to neurologic disease, injury or disability (NMT Academy). Learn More: www.nmtacademy.co who is a neurologic music therapist?
To be a music therapist in the United States, an individual has to complete an approved music therapy degree program at an accredited university, complete 1200 hours of clinical training at an internship site in addition to practicum placements, and pass the board certification exam.
To become a Neurologic Music Therapist, the individual must then go on to take the Neurologic Music Therapy® training offered by the Academy of Neurologic Music Therapy®, and then has the option to take the advanced fellowship training and become a Neurologic Music Therapy Fellow. who can benefit from neurologic music therapy®?
Neurologic Music Therapy® can help with many different conditions and diagnoses including brain injury, stroke, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, dementia, developmental disabilities, disorders of consciousness, etc.
What does a typical session look like?
Sessions are always tailored to the individual. Typically sessions will last 45-60 minutes but will depend on the client's goals. During a session the client will engage in active and receptive music-making, meaning they might be singing, playing instruments, moving to music or listening to music.
Do I need to be a musician to get music therapy?
Not at all! Music therapy is effective because it utilizes the innate musicality that the majority of people naturally possess. Music therapists will adapt the session to fit the individual client. No formal training necessary.
what kind of music is used in music therapy?
You decide! Music therapy is the most effective when it incorporates the client's preferred music, so any music that motivates you and moves you. Beth has been called a "human jukebox" and will do her best to play and learn any music asked of her, from the Beatles to Harry Styles to Blink 182. Recorded music may also be utilized in a session depending on the goals being addressed.
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What can Neurologic Music Therapy® treat?
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COGNITION
memory attention orientation visual-spacial neglect executive functioning |
SENSORIMOTOR
range of motion endurance gait training balance gross motor control fine motor dexterity |
SPEECH & LANGUAGE
developmental language acquisition receptive language expressive language articulation oral motor coordination respiratory control |
Populations Served
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