If one thing this past year has taught me, it is that we, humans, are incredibly resilient, creative, and adaptable creatures. When we were told to stay home, to protect those most vulnerable, we adapted to a new world of virtual work environments. When we were told...
The #MusicOnTheFrontlines series will continue to feature many stories from our 30 years on the frontlines of music therapy. Together we will explore the different destinations (positive outcomes), journeys (processes), and the company (our clients) we have kept along the way.
This year members of our national association - the Canadian Association of Music Therapists - connected for our first ever online conference amidst the pandemic. The theme was: ‘Creating Space, Nurturing Potential.” The Opening Keynote Speaker - Bernadette Kutarna -...
We have also been recently informed that singing is classified as a high-risk activity. What does this mean for the music therapists and the clients we serve? Are we allowed to sing?
During the pandemic, which parts of your self-care remain the same? Which parts have changed? How? Going through a pandemic can cause stress and anxiety, since it is disrupting normal life for many people all at once. While it is important to stay informed by watching...
This week we look at client needs and satisfaction. If we are to have a #caseformusictherapy it is essential we look at ensuring the music therapist's lens remains on the patient. Problems Solved What clients need more than anything is their problems solved. Some...
When I planned out the #caseformusictherapy blog series who knew that when I got to the month I was to discuss the ‘future of music therapy’ it would land right in the middle of the future already happening - around the entire globe. What I was planning to address...
Here are 5 ways music can help during a COVID (or any) crisis.