Music therapy session ideas

Music is a great way to unite large groups and gatherings and is the source of great activities that are suitable for both able and non-able clients.

Does it feel like Spring where you are? I’ve been enjoying this year of homeschooling my preschooler (though I’m ready to send her back to in-person school when the time comes!) We are now in the middle of a Spring theme and have been enjoying some fun Peeps science experiments (you know the one with […]

Do you know much about TikTok? Yeah, me neither . I came across a “duet” online though and realized there are several ways TikTok could be incorporated into music therapy sessions, so I did some research. Here’s some info on ways to utilize TikTok for songwriting and singing along to your favori

Session ideas for music therapists & teachers who work with babies & toddlers!

By Emily Nordhues, MT-BC & Allison Nocita, MT-BC Happy Halloween from all of us here at MusicWorx! Are you looking to spice up your October sessions with all things spooky? Check out these three intervention ideas- targeted for kids, adults, and older adults (although all can be adapted for most populations/settings). The best part? […]

One question I’m asked more than any other is this: “What music should I use with my teen clients and students?” I get it, because it stumps me sometimes, too. First, it’s hard to find songs that are: a) appropriate (lyrics and content-wise), b) able to be used therapeutically, and c) considered cool by your […]

Music therapists and educators around the world are now pretty much pros when it comes to using Zoom for their music therapy sessions and classes. This program has helped us (and continues to help us) connect with our clients and students when we’re not able to be together in person. I’ve been using Zoom for […]

This summer, I started a Session Sneak Peek Series, where I give you a sneak peek into some of my sessions with tweens and teens with autism and related disabilities. I always love to see what other music therapists are up to, and I thought you might too! Last week, I gave you a peek […]

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Music Therapy for Autism and Special Needs: Explore how music therapy can help facilitate the achievement of developmental or academic goals.