Enter Luna, Monk, Pumpkin, and Ali — therapy and facility dogs who became Carli’s companions, comforters, and cheerleaders during her recovery. Whether lying beside her during painful moments or ...

When J.L. Gallese’s father entered the later stages of dementia, music became a regular element of his care. There were a few LPs of old TV show theme songs that he loved, and they played on repeat ...

Question: What is music therapy? Answer: Music therapy is a clinical practice where trained professionals use music (listening, singing, playing instruments, or songwriting) to support a patient’s ...

Sessions for patients with neurological conditions are delivered with Nordoff and Robbins funding.

Throughout her 20-year career as a music therapist, Crystal Weaver, the director of music therapy at Maryville University, has worked with hundreds of individuals of all ages. She can recall countless ...

A new music therapy center at the University of Indianapolis is hoped to address the need for more providers while treating southside residents.

KALAMAZOO, MI — An arm draped over the guitar on her lap, music therapist Hannah Joseph ponders how to begin an impromptu therapy session in her simply-decorated Kalamazoo office. “Ever hear of the 12 ...

Ray Hart’s vocabulary consisted of just one word after his August 2022 stroke. “Yep” was all he could say, said Pamela Jenkins, his caregiver and partner of 24 years. Like many survivors, Hart, 62, ...

Access to music therapy is a major issue, particularly for those on Arizona's Medicaid program. Arizona's Medicaid may cover music therapy in some cases, but reimbursement rates can be low.