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 interaction, and lay the groundwork for expressive language. The Harmony Between Music and Language Music and language share foundational elements..
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 a powerful tool to support cognitive development, including memory, attention, and executive functioning. Whether in a drum circle, a songwriting..
I was asked to be a guest lecturer recently for Social Work graduate students at the University of Utah. I presented an overview on music therapy to give these students a broad picture of what music therapists do, who they work with, their scope of practice, and clinical applications. For anyone who is interested in..
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 Music Therapist – Board Certified (MT-BC), is granted by the Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT, cbmt.org) to identify music..