Music Therapy Services for Emotional Wellness
What is Music Therapy?
Music therapy, a clinical and evidence-based practice, utilizes music interventions to achieve individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship, facilitated by a credentialed professional who has completed an approved music therapy program.
According to the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA, 2005), music therapy can support a variety of healthcare and educational objectives, including promoting emotional wellness, managing stress, alleviating pain, expressing emotions, enhancing memory, improving communication, and supporting physical rehabilitation.
Who Can Benefit from Music Therapy
At Symphony of Hope Music Therapy, we provide evidence-based music therapy services tailored to meet the diverse needs of individuals across the lifespan. Music therapy offers powerful benefits for people of all ages and abilities, promoting emotional wellness, physical rehabilitation, social connection, and cognitive development through personalized music experiences and interventions.
We provide our services in a variety of settings, including the following:
- Hospitals and medical centers
- Rehabilitation facilities
- Assisted living, nursing homes, and memory care communities
- Mental health and behavioral health centers
- Schools and early childhood education programs
- Residential treatment centers and group homes
- Hospice and palliative care
- Private practice and in-home sessions
- Community centers and wellness programs
- Correctional facilities
Music therapy interventions provide effective outcomes for a wide range of clinical populations by addressing psychological, physiological, and social needs through individualized, evidence-based approaches, ultimately enhancing emotional wellness. (American Music Therapy Association, 2015)
APA Citation: American Music Therapy Association. (2015). Research and Evidence Base. Journal of Music Therapy, 52(2), 123–145.
Populations We Serve & Benefits of Music Therapy
Medical & Rehabilitation
Older Adults
Medical & Rehabilitation
Populations: Cancer patients, individuals recovering from surgery or illness, stroke and brain injury survivors, those with chronic pain or physical disabilities.
Benefits: Pain management, emotional support, improved motor functioning, reduced anxiety, enhanced quality of life, and more.
Mental Health
Older Adults
Medical & Rehabilitation
Populations: Individuals with depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, or other mental health conditions.
Benefits: Emotional regulation, stress reduction, improved mood, increased self-awareness, healthy coping skills, and more.
Older Adults
Older Adults
Older Adults
Populations: Seniors in assisted living or nursing homes, individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia, and hospice patients.
Benefits: Enhanced memory recall, reduced agitation, improved communication, social engagement, comfort at end-of-life, and more.
Children & Youth
Neurodivergent/Special Needs
Older Adults
Populations: NICU infants, children with developmental delays, emotional or behavioral challenges, students in general and special education.
Benefits: Sensory integration, developmental support, increased attention span, improved communication, emotional expression, and more.
Neurodivergent/Special Needs
Neurodivergent/Special Needs
Neurodivergent/Special Needs
Populations: Individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and other developmental disabilities.
Benefits: Improved social skills, communication, motor coordination, behavioral regulation, increased confidence, and more.
Veterans & Military
Neurodivergent/Special Needs
Neurodivergent/Special Needs
Populations: Veterans and active-duty members dealing with PTSD, traumatic brain injury (TBI), or physical injuries.
Benefits: Stress relief, emotional processing, improved mood, pain management, enhanced reintegration skills, and more.e.
Community & Wellness
Community & Wellness
Community & Wellness
Populations: Individuals seeking personal growth, stress relief, or creative expression in group or individual wellness settings.
Benefits: Increased mindfulness, reduced stress, greater self-expression, enhanced emotional resilience, and more.