Music therapy can support clients with conditions such as autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, learning disabilities, and developmental delays. It provides a structured yet flexible experience that can support engagement while honouring individual needs.
Music therapy offers an affirming, person-centred approach that supports people in ways that respect their strengths, sensory needs, communication preferences, and individuality.
Music therapy can provide opportunities for improving both verbal and non-verbal communication through singing, vocalising and instrumental play as well as supported use of communication aids. This allows individuals who struggle with language to express thoughts, needs and feelings as so build trust and connect with others.
Talk to usMusic therapy provides a safe space for clients to express emotions, increase positive self-esteem as well as support self-regulation to reduce anxiety, stress, and distressed behaviours.
Talk to usMusic therapy sessions can promote increased concentration and attention, develop fine and gross motor skills and improve coordination through musical activities and instrumental play.
Talk to usMusic therapy provides opportunities to engage in shared musical activities with others through music-making to encourage turn taking, listening, increased eye contact as well as supporting meaningful shared attention and trust.
Talk to usActive music therapy (playing instruments) and passive music therapy (listening) help regulate motor activity and reduce impulsivity.
Talk to usThis service may support autistic people, people with ADHD, learning differences, sensory processing differences, communication differences, and others who benefit from flexible, creative therapeutic support.
Sessions can take place in schools, community services, family support settings, healthcare environments, and other spaces where a person may benefit from relational, music-based support.
We begin by understanding the person, the setting, and the goals of support.
We consider communication style, sensory needs, strengths, interests, and therapeutic fit.
Sessions are tailored, flexible, and responsive to the person’s needs and way of engaging.
We reflect on progress collaboratively and adapt support to remain meaningful and inclusive.
