JB Music Therapy is fortunate to have a team of socially conscious, enthusiastic professionals who aim to develop and deliver meaningful and useful programs and services.

 MTA = Music Therapist Accredited (The Canadian Standard for Professional Music Therapists)

	Jennifer Buchanan, BMT, MTA is the owner and President of JB Music Therapy and Past-President of the Canadian Association for Music Therapy and the author of TUNE IN. Jennifer presents throughout the country and abroad on the health and life benefits of using music intentionally. Her efforts have been recognized in such magazines as Chatelaine, Canadian Living, Kids in Motion as well as on CBC Radio.
	Nynne Collins, MMT, MTA is a graduate of music therapy from Aalborg University, Denmark. Nynne did a practicum with JBMT in 2003 and was employed by the company in 2008 after finishing her training.  She believes music has the ability to reach and engage people like no other media. With her compassionate personality and love for her work, she strives to help her clients reach their full potential through music. Nynne enjoys working with a variety of populations but is currently focusing on young children and seniors. Outside of her work as a music therapist, Nynne looks after her husband and 6 year old son and also performs with various bands around Calgary.
	Andrea Curry CMT, MTA is a graduate of Acadia University’s Music Therapy Certificate program. Andrea hails from Nova Scotia where she has been involved in music all of her life as a performer and more recently a composer a teacher and a recording artist since 1998.  She believes that there is nothing more precious than sharing the gift of music, and embraces the opportunity to facilitate growth, learning and well being through music.
	Jimmy Downey, BMT, MTA earned bachelor degree in Music Therapy from Acadia University in Wolfville, Nova Scotia. Jimmy is pleased to work with such a diverse and talented group of Accredited Music Therapists. Jimmy has had a happy beginning to his dream job of helping people through music.
	Carrie Kerr, BMT graduated with a Bachelor of Music Therapy from Capilano University. Her major instrument is the clarinet, and she has performed and competed in various ensembles both nationally and internationally. She completed her internship at JBMT in 2008. She works with a diverse range of populations and enjoys making music with people of all ages. In addition to her work as a music therapist, Carrie has extensive experience working with children who have experienced extreme abuse, neglect and/or trauma.
	Nicole Kowalewski, BMT, MTA graduated with a Bachelor of Music Therapy from Acadia University in 2007. She specializes in voice, piano and guitar. She completed her internship in Toronto at Baycrest (in Ontario) working with seniors. Though she enjoyed working with that population, she had a strong desire to gain experience working with children. Nicole moved to Canmore, Alberta in 2010 and began teaching music classes for young children and piano lessons as well as JB Music Therapy for over a year.
	Tammy Kozlowski, BMT  (Accounts Manager) began with JB Music Therapy in September 1998. Tammy graduated from the University of Regina and completed her music therapy training in the United States. With her nine years experience in the mental health field Tammy has deepened JB Music Therapy parameters. Tammy is the Accounts Manager of JB Music Therapy.
	Lisa Jacobs, BMT, MTA has strongly connected with music since she was young.  She completed the music therapy program at Capilano College and joined the JB Music Therapy team in 2006.  Specializing in working with children, teens and adults, she believes that musical encounters are powerful and should be accessible to all.   In addition to music therapy, Lisa also works as a freelance bass guitarist.
	Diana Martinez, BAPsych, MMT, MTA holds a Masters Degree in Music Therapy from Wilfrid Laurier University, as well as a Bachelor Degrees from USFQ Ecuador (Psychology and Vocal Performance). She completed her internship with Bloorview Kids Rehab in Toronto, Ontario, gaining experience with children with developmental disabilities. She aspires to provide our clients with opportunities to explore different channels of expression within the therapeutic experience to promote feelings of well- being.
	Lisa Nagtegaal, BMT, MTA is excited to be a part of such a diverse and talented team. Originally from central Alberta, Lisa completed her music therapy training in Phoenix, Arizona. She also holds a bachelors degree in psychology from the University of Lethbridge. With her many years of music experience including piano performance, ensemble performance, and music teaching, she hopes to bring passion and sincerity to each session.
	Jan Pearce BA (hon.Psych), LGSMT, FAMI, MTA, one of Canada’s first accredited music therapists, received the Licentiate in Music Therapy from the Guildhall School in London, England under Juliet Alvin.  Over 30 years she has used the power and flexibility of music to enhance the lives of children, adults, seniors and those at the end of life, having worked in hospitals, nursing homes, hospices and psychiatric facilities.  She uses harp, piano and voice in service to the clients of JBMT while also enjoying an active performing and teaching schedule.
	Ursula Reimer, Yeah She’s Back! After a two year sabbatical in Germany.  Ursula is Jennifer Buchanan’s Executive Assistant.  Ursula has worked for other entrepreneurs, helping them stay organized and looking good…and JBMT is fortunate to have her as part of the team.  When you order product or hire JB to present at your upcoming conference Ursula will will ensure the resources you get are exactly what you had hoped, and on time.
	Shannon Robinson BMT, MTA, Vice President of JB Music Therapy Inc., a native Calgarian, has been with JB Music Therapy since the fall of 1999. She received her music therapy education from the Capilano College, Open University Music Therapy Degree Program and was accredited in the summer of 2001. Shannon currently works with a diverse clientele, of all ages, and is dedicated to developing creative program design for all.
	Sarah Shanahan, CMT (MTA in Process)recently began her internship with JB Music Therapy after graduating from Acadia University in May. She received the Weston Music Therapy scholarship last year and presented her learning experiences at the Atlantic Association for Music Therapy in the Atlantic conference last October. Even from a young age, Sarah has been passionate about music and its unique ability to engage and inspire.
	Karina Szulc, BMT (MTA in Process) is a 20 year veteran in music therapy coming to JBMT from Buenos Aires Argentina. She has done extensive research and clinical work in the area of using music for cognitive stimulation in seniors with dementia. Her wealth of experience with diverse population groups makes her a huge asset to the JBMT team.
	Max Wood, CMT (MTA in Process) from Acadia University in Wolfville Nova Scotia.  Max is originally from the beautiful Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia and has studied music throughout his life.  He is classically trained on the piano but has a strong passion for jazz and understands the power music has over the soul and its healing properties.  He is currently working on his accreditation with JB Music Therapy as an intern and hopes to learn a lot from this team.
	Sarah Van Peteghen BMT, MTA is so honoured to be working with such a driven and socially-conscious team of people.  Her populations have varied from children with developmental and cognitive delays to adults with brain injuries to  seniors with Alzheimer’s and dementia.  She received her MTA status in September of 2008 and her degree in Music Therapy from Acadia University in 2007.  Sarah seeks to fully engage every individual she comes across, regardless of the setting