What is Music Therapy?
Music Therapy is the use of music by a credentialed professional to help a person reach their therapeutic goals.
Music Therapists are specially trained to use music in a therapeutic way. Music therapists who are board-certified, as indicated by the credential MT-BC, have a degree in music therapy, have completed at least 1200 clinical training hours, and have passed the written examination administered by the Certification Board for Music Therapists.
Why Choose Music Therapy?
- Holistic
- Effective and Evidence-Based
- Fun and Creative
- Non-invasive
- Non-pharmacological
- Accessible to people of different ages, abilities, and cognitive levels
- Honors the dignity of each person
Who can benefit?
- Hospice patients and their loved ones
- Residents in a Senior Community (including Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, and Memory Care)
- Hospitalized patients of all ages
- Verbal & Non-verbal communicators
- People with no previous musical training, as no special musical skills are required
Common Goals for Sessions:
- Pain & Symptom Mangement
- Life Review & Reminiscence
- Socialization
- Decrease Isolation
- Decrease Agitation & Anxiety
- Improve Coping
- Provide Family Support
- Spiritual Expression
- Emotional Expression
- Relaxation
- Procedural Support for Medical Procedures
- Plan Memorial Services and Funerals
- Bereavement Support
Guided Imagery and Music
We also offer individual Guided Imagery and Music (GIM) Sessions, which can help deepen a person's understanding of themselves, helping to integrate the mental, emotional, physical and spiritual aspects of the self.
Contact us to learn how Music Therapy can benefit you or your program.
Coverage area for music therapy services is centered in Des Moines/Ankeny area, but services are also provided across central Iowa, including, but not limited to Polk and Story Counties, as well as surrounding areas.