Frequently Asked Questions- Music Therapy
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What is music therapy?
Music therapy addresses the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of an individual, while providing a creative outlet for addressing those needs. Our board-certified music therapists are trained in using clinical and evidence-based music interventions to accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic setting. You can submit a music therapy request form using our online request form or call us at 307-333-6227, and we will be happy to guide you through the enrollment process.
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What do music therapists do and WHAT METHODS ARE USED?
Our individual music therapy sessions are tailored to the needs of our patients, and we partner with our clients, their families and care teams to create innovative solutions. Sessions are designed to meet the unique needs of individuals of all ages based on goal areas including: developmental growth, emotional needs, social/ behavioral needs, sensory needs, cognitive skills, mental health, communication skills (verbal or non-verbal).
Music therapists utilize songwriting, improvisation, interactive singing/playing, lyric analysis, receptive experiences, and verbal processing to guide patients towards their non-musical treatment goals.
3.
WHAT IF I or a loved one HAs SPECIAL NEEDS and are wanting to learn an instrument or sing?
Everybody is welcome at VIBES.
We celebrate every accomplishment, no matter how big or small. Adaptive private music lessons are a great blend of traditional lessons modified to help the individual’s physical or behavioral needs. Therapists often recommend our music therapy programs to help with physical, emotional, cognitive, or social challenges.
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WHAT Do appointment Schedules look like?
Our Music Therapists are available by appointment only M-F mornings, afternoons, or evenings all year round. During a 1 hour initial consultation, the music therapist assesses the goals and needs of the client and creates a tailored treatment or co-treatment plan. This treatment plan strengthens the client’s abilities through stimulating musical activity and encourages the client to practice learned techniques in other areas of their lives. Clients will continue treatment through scheduled appointments to reinforce and build upon the needs that were assessed. Music therapists do not provide clients a diagnosis but help to support and treat patients who have already been diagnosed. Appointment length and frequency varies according to the personalized treatment plan and personal preference decided upon during the initial consultation. Currently, all payment is done through private pay.
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Who benefits from music therapy?
Everyone! Music therapy benefits clients ranging from premature infants all the way to senior adults.
6.
Are music therapists licensed professionals?
Board-certified music therapists are required to receive a music therapy degree from an accredited four-year university, which focuses on both musical and clinical techniques through coursework and supervised practicums. Music therapy students must then receive 1000 hours of supervised training through a clinical internship before sitting a national board exam. ALL VIBES Music Therapists are board-certified.
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What kind of music is used in music therapy?
Music therapy utilizes nearly all styles and genres of music. Specific styles used in a session are dependent on the needs and preferences of the client to reach their treatment goal.
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HOW DO WE CHOOSE OUR Music Therapists?
All of our music therapists have a variety of experiences in clinical settings, as well as, teaching and performing. After a lengthy interview process and background/reference check, VIBES only hires the music therapists who are most caring, nurturing, professional, and passionate about their clients!