The Truth About Music Therapy: Myths, Meanings, and Growth
- helpfulharmoniesmt
- 1 day ago
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Is music therapy simply listening to music? Do you need to be able to sing or play an instrument to participate? Is it only for children?
Helpful Harmonies Music Therapy was recently featured in another episode of the Hear to Speak Podcast by Autumn Oak Speech, Voice and Hearing!
In “The Truth About Music Therapy,” Helpful Harmonies owner and board-certified music therapist Haleigh Beaird joins speech-language pathologist Megan Craft to answer common questions and clear up misconceptions about the profession.
During their conversation, Haleigh explains the difference between enjoying music and participating in music therapy, why clients do not need musical experience to benefit, and how sessions are designed around each person’s individual strengths, interests, and goals.
They also discuss how music therapy can support people across the lifespan—not only children—and explore some of the ways music may be used to encourage communication, emotional expression, regulation, confidence, social connection, attention, and learning. Haleigh and Megan also share how music therapy and speech therapy can complement one another while bringing different areas of training and expertise to a client’s care.
Listen to the Episode
Tune in to hear Haleigh and Megan bust common music therapy myths and talk about how music can become a meaningful and personalized tool for connection and growth.
Watch the episode on YouTube
We are grateful to Autumn Oak Speech, Voice and Hearing for welcoming Helpful Harmonies back to the podcast and creating space for conversations that help families better understand different therapy services.
To learn more about Helpful Harmonies Music Therapy, visit our website or follow us on Instagram and Facebook.
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