N
o matter your age or where you
come from, certified music therapy
can change your life.
The healing power of music brings
people together, giving them a sense of
belonging. Using music as medicine, music
therapy enables a person to reminisce and
reconnect with their sense of self because
music uniquely interacts with diverse
regions of the brain to guide in promoting
healthy emotions and behaviour.
Children with developmental disabil-
ities, adults with Alzheimer's disease and
people of all ages experiencing anxiety or
depression or searching for a way out of
crisis or away from trauma have discovered
their healing journeys through this versatile
therapy practice.
Music therapy knows no demographic
boundaries. For children, it can aid
in cognitive and social development,
helping them improve communication
and emotional expression. Adolescents
and adults can learn to manage stress
and physical and mental health, while
enhancing self-esteem and promoting self-
discovery. In older adults, music therapy
can help stimulate memory and cognitive
function, providing a sense of comfort and
connection.
MUSIC THERAPISTS
Certified music therapists earn a bachelor's or
master's degree from a university approved
by the Canadian Association for Music
Therapists. They complete 1,000 hours of
supervised clinical internships using evidence-
based techniques to provide effective therapy
and create personalized music experiences
that cater to individuals' unique needs.
Music therapists apply various tech-
niques, including listening to music, playing
instruments, singing and songwriting, to
engage individuals in meaningful musi-
cal experiences that promote emotional
well-being and overall quality of life.
MUSIC HEALS CHARITABLE FOUNDATION:
Raising Funds and Awareness for the
Transformative Power of Music Therapy
Exploring the therapeutic qualities of music for mental, emotional, and physical health
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