Music Therapy
Music therapy can be a powerful tool to help children with physical or cognitive disabilities such as Down syndrome, autism spectrum disorders, cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury, speech delays, learning disabilities, ADD and many more. Music therapy provides multiple opportunities to retrain the brain and thereby adapt, rehabilitate or develop skills for improved thinking, moving, speaking and emotional well-being. Music therapy sessions are goal-oriented and designed specifically for the needs of your individual child. Sessions will typically consist of active engagement in music, including movement to music, rhythmic walking, playing instruments, and singing. Participants in music therapy need no previous musical experience or training! This interactive and engaging experience will have a profound and immediate effect on the brain.
Frequently asked questions about music therapy:
» How long does a music therapy session last?
Each child will be evaluated and a personalized program will be created. A typical private music therapy session will last 30 minutes to an hour.
» Who can benefit from music therapy?
Music therapy has been proven to have a significant impact on children with disabilities, especially children with speech and language disorders, gross or fine-motor difficulties, and brain-based disorders and learning disabilities. Varying disabilities can all benefit from music therapy: Down syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury, ADD/ADHD, etc.
» What type of training or certifications does a music therapist have?
Music therapists at Big Sky have at minimum a Bachelor's degree in music therapy and are certified through the Board of Music Therapists (MT-BC).
» How do I get started with music therapy?
Please contact us at 512.306.8007 to schedule an evaluation. You and your child will meet with a music therapist to design a personalized program.
» Is music therapy covered by insurance?
More and more insurance companies are beginning to recognize music therapy as a covered service. We will be happy to help you file with your insurance company by providing the necessary documentation.
» Where can I go for more information on music therapy?
Links to additional information are provided on the Resources tab. You may also email us at info@bigskyfriends.com or call our facility with any questions that you may have.
