Individual Music Therapy Sessions

What is Individual Music Therapy?

One to one Music Therapy sessions adopt a person centred approach. This therapeutic practice focuses on creating a safe and supportive environment where the client can express themselves freely through music.

By tailoring sessions to the individual, the therapist can provide interventions that work towards therapeutic goals that promote emotional, cognitive and social wellbeing.

Adaptations can be made to meet the sensory and physical needs of the client. This client-centred approach acknowledges the individuals experiences, preferences and challenges, allowing for meaningful collaboration with the therapist.

Who is it for?

Individual sessions are for people across the lifespan:
People living with Dementia.
Autistic / Learning Disabled Children and Adults.
People experiencing mental health issues such as anxiety and depression.
People experiencing bereavement.
People who have experienced a stroke or brain injury.
People living with chronic illness / pain.
People living with cancer.
People living with a terminal illness.
What does a session involve?

Sessions may involve music making with instruments, improvisation, listening and discussing music, therapeutic song writing, movement to music and much more…
Sessions are tailored to meet the needs of the individual and consider factors such as sensory and physical requirements. I have a variety of musical instruments and equipment I use in sessions. Adaptations can be made where possible to create an environment for musical discovery.
Ideally, it is recommended that individuals receive at least 4-6 sessions where we can continue to work towards therapeutic goals.
How to access sessions?

Music For Joy offers different ways for you to be able to access sessions:
Mobile service: Sessions can take place in the comfort of your own home. I am able to travel to you and bring my musical toolbox along.
Online: Sessions can be held online over microsoft teams. This will require you to have access to internet connection and a device that can use teams.
In person: Sessions can be accessed in the community (Location to be confirmed).
Price of sessions are based on guidelines from BAMT.

What are the benefits?

Music is powerful!

Music therapy sessions offer a variety of benefits that can enhance emotional, cognitive, and physical well-being.

Music can allow individuals to explore and express feelings that may be difficult to articulate verbally. It can help individuals process emotions such as anxiety and depression and aid with emotional regulation.

Engaging in music therapy can enhance cognitive functions. Participating in musical activities stimulates many areas of the brain.

Music can help reduce stress and anxiety. It can also be effective alongside pain management strategies allowing for relaxation and distraction.

Rhythm and music can motivate patients to engage in movement which can improve coordination and motor skills.