Who We Are
Music therapy services for people across Northern Ireland.
We are a charity providing music therapy sessions to individuals and groups of all ages and abilities across Northern Ireland. Our sessions are delivered by registered music therapists who are educated to Master’s level and are HCPC registered and regulated.
What We Do
Helping improve the quality of life for our clients by working towards individual clinical goals.
Our music therapists are expertly trained to tune into each movement, reaction, and expression of the people they work with. Through music, they help individuals discover ways to communicate, build confidence, reconnect with memories, and strengthen relationships with others. They can also help people work towards physical and mental health goals.
It can support emotional wellbeing, social connection, self-esteem, and quality of life.
"We wish to see every child, young person and adult in Northern Ireland receive the level of music therapy service that meets their needs."
Since our inception in 1990, Northern Ireland Music Therapy Trust has grown and changed, but our purpose has remained clear: to make high-quality music therapy available to people who can benefit from it.
Our Objectives
Our work is built around service delivery, public understanding, education, and research
Promote understanding
To promote understanding amongst the public and healthcare professionals about the nature and potential of music therapy.
Deliver regional services
To establish and manage a comprehensive regional music therapy service throughout Northern Ireland.
Provide education and information
To provide an education and information service for families, professionals, organisations, and the wider community.
Support research
To act as a resource for research into all aspects of music therapy and its impact.
Our Core Values
What guides our work
The services and support offered by Northern Ireland Music Therapy Trust are underpinned by what we believe in.
Excellence in service provision
We aim to provide high-quality, professional, and carefully delivered music therapy services.
Accessible to all
We believe music therapy should be available to all those who need it across Northern Ireland who need it.
Open and transparent
We work with honesty, clarity, and accountability in the way we support people and organisations.
Based on evidence
Our work is informed by professional standards, clinical experience, and evidence-based practice.
Who We Support
Music therapy can support people with a wide range of needs.
Music therapy is an effective intervention for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, neurological conditions, developmental delay, mental health challenges, brain injury, dementia, emotional or behavioural difficulties, and those receiving palliative care.
How We Work
Professional, person-centred, and responsive.
Our therapists work collaboratively with families, healthcare providers, schools, community organisations, and other professionals.
Person-centred therapy
Every session is shaped around the individual’s needs, abilities, communication style, and therapeutic goals.
Collaborative partnerships
We work closely with families, schools, care settings, health professionals, and community organisations.
Meaningful outcomes
Music therapy can support confidence, connection, emotional expression, communication, and quality of life.
Help us bring music therapy to more people across Northern Ireland.
Donations, fundraising, and partnerships, all help us continue delivering music therapy where it is needed.