"The students, without exception, thoroughly enjoyed working with Emily and some marked increase in communication skills were noted."
- Principal, WECDSB.
"Our students are able to attend better to their work in the classroom after attending a music therapy session. It also helped the children gain turn-taking skills."
- Special Education Teacher, GECDSB.
Music Therapy In the News
Music therapy is a guided process that harnesses the skillful and creative use of music to improve health & well-being. Studies show that a sequential and progressive program of music therapy can improve motor, cognitive, emotional, and interpersonal skills. Relationships with the therapist, and others in a group setting, are developed and strengthened through the shared experience of musical enjoyment.
Music therapists are Bachelor of Music Therapy degree (BMT) graduates with specialized training in music therapy and psychology. They are designated as Music Therapist Accredited (MTA) by the Canadian Association for Music Therapy (CAMT) based on required academic and clinical credentials. Learn more about MTA.
Meet Our Staff
Emily Finnigan, BMT, M.Ed, MTA - Accredited Music Therapist. Full Biography
Lori Parnell, BMT. Full Biography
Justine Bruyere, BA, B.Ed, M.Ed - Therapy Express Drama Specialist. Full Biography
Marcie Roselle, BFA, ECE - Expressive Art Facilitator. Full Biography
Posted Tuesday 13th of December 2011 09:36:16 PM