About Music Therapy

In a world that often feels overwhelming, especially for children navigating trauma or neurodivergence, music offers something rare and essential: safety, connection, and expression without needing words. At Harmony Music Therapy, we see every day…

In a world increasingly aware of the importance of connection, music stands out as a universal language that fosters social bonds. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, music serves as a powerful medium for enhancing social synchrony—coordinated…

When we think about childhood development, we often separate it into categories—cognitive, motor, social, emotional, sensory, and language development. Music, if mentioned at all, is usually placed in the “enrichment” bucket: nice to have, but…

Music is more than a source of enjoyment; it’s a powerful tool for enhancing communication and language development. From early childhood to therapeutic settings, music engages the brain in ways that support speech, foster meaningful…

At Harmony Music Therapy, we believe in the power of rhythm—not just to move our bodies, but to strengthen our brains. Decades of research now confirm what music therapists have seen for years: rhythm is…

When most people think about music, they often picture talent, technique, and performance. But beneath the melodies and harmonies lies something much deeper and more universal—rhythm as a tool for human connection. From the first…

In a world full of expectations, checklists, and goals, it can be easy to forget what children truly need in order to grow: connection, curiosity, and a sense of safety. At Harmony Music Therapy, we…

Teaching kids about emotions starts with helping them recognize what different feelings feel like—and what better way to explore happiness than through music? Songs can be an engaging, joyful way for children to connect with…

It can be really difficult to find a funding source, such as a grant, to use for music therapy. While a quick Google search may bring up some hopeful leads, as you dig in you…

Sometimes having the right tools makes all the difference in getting where you want to go. This is especially true with music therapy. We have umbrella trees that need to be trimmed down to little…

It can be difficult to understand the differences between all of the options for “music health”. Here is a straightforward comparison of Music Therapy vs. Genote to help you make an informed decision based on…

Occasionally organizations are unsure whether it would be best to contract or hire a music therapist. Here are some of the pros and cons of each to help you decide what’s best for you. When…

There’s a lot more to drumming than just banging out a sweet rhythm. Here are 8 surprising benefits that come with getting your groove on. When most people hear “drum circle” they may have some…

Becoming a Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC) is more than liking people, loving music, and wanting to make them feel better. It’s a regulated profession with  high standards and a rigorous training program. The credential…

Many children with communication delays have difficulty making their wants and needs known. Music is an effective and memorable way for children to learn how to make requests. In this video, Cassie demonstrates how implementing…

Many consider music therapy to be a “luxury”. A nice but unneccessary service, and they find other ways to get from point A to point B. But for so many, music therapy is the driving force…

You’ve been interested in starting a music therapy program with your business or organization, but something is holding you back. Chances are, it’s one of these three barriers. #1 Budget If you’re a business owner,…

Music therapy is as far reaching as the lifespan, and its impact is as timeless as music itself. So who can benefit from music therapy? Everybody can (but we’ll be a lot more specific on…

Many people wonder whether music therapists play instruments. Yes, we most definitely do. If you have never seen or heard much about music therapy, you may wonder what it involves, and if a Music Therapist simply pushes…

If you are a interested in music therapy, you do not need to have any musical experience. Your therapist will help you along! Many people wonder when coming to music therapy if they need to…

So you’re interested in a music therapy program for your Residential Treatment Center. What will it cost? If you’re a Residential Treatment Center looking to include music therapy in your programming, there are a few things to…

One of the concerns with music therapy often expressed by related professionals (such as the American Speech-Language Hearing Association, or ASHA), is that music therapy is so broad in scope. Honestly, I have to agree. I’ve never been…

If you’ve ever wondered whether there is more to music therapy than nice songs, kumbaya, and fluffy “entertainment”, then have we got news for you! Music therapy is masked and misunderstood because our culture’s conception…

Music therapy doesn’t always help kids talk. It won’t always remove problem behaviors. And it isn’t a foolproof way to help your child improve in school. I’m a Music Therapist, so why would I say this? Because…

So you’re interested in a music therapy program for your Early Intervention program. What will it cost? If you’re looking to include music therapy in your early intervention program there are a few things to consider that…

What is music therapy and how does it work? Good question. Here’s a simple answer. This is a somewhat difficult question to answer because music therapy can look very different based on who you’re helping.…

By now, most people have at least heard of music therapy. But for many, the question still remains: what do music therapists do? I’ve been a Music Therapist for over 10 years now, and every…

  Will insurance cover music therapy? It can, depending on your policy, but whether it will be cost effective is another story. Music therapy is relatively unknown in the insurance world and as a result it…

So you’re interested in a music therapy program for your organization. What will it cost? If you’re a business looking to contract with a music therapist, there are a few things to consider that will influence…

If you are looking to set up a music therapy contract for your school, hospital, treatment center, practice, or company, here’s what to expect when setting up your program. The process to starting a successful music therapy program looks…