In this episode, Julieann and Tricia discuss working with clients who have experienced trauma and the importance of nutrition in their treatment. Julieann Hartley is a board certified music therapist and neurologic music therapist from New Hampshire. She is the music therapy program director at the Concord Community Music School, although […]
In this episode, Julieann shares her story of finding and redefining strength through living with chronic illness. Julieann also stresses the importance of self advocacy and advocacy for our clients. Julieann Hartley is a board certified music therapist and neurologic music therapist from New Hampshire. She is the music therapy program […]
This episode is all about you, the listeners! Thank you so much to those of you who sent in your thoughts, interventions, stories, etc. It would be really cool to do this again, so let us know if you like the idea of more Listener Feature episodes! Thank you so […]
In this conversation, Allison and Tricia talk all about telehealth: why it’s important, how to be an effective MT telehealth practitioner, advice and tips, specific interventions, and much more. Allison is a board certified music therapist and the founder of both Three Rivers Music Therapy and Incadence. Allison was born […]
In this conversation, Allison and Tricia talk all about telehealth: why it’s important, how to be an effective MT telehealth practitioner, advice and tips, specific interventions, and much more. Allison is a board certified music therapist and the founder of both Three Rivers Music Therapy and Incadence. Allison was born […]
In this episode, Jon shares his unique creative process with clients, how and why he shares their creations, and what it was like winning a Grammy! Jon Samson, MA, MT-BC, holds a Masters Degree in Music Therapy from New York University and a Bachelors of Arts in music composition from SUNY Purchase. […]
In this episode, Annette tells about her research and courses regarding LGBTQ+ and her thoughts on the importance of cultural responsiveness. Annette Whitehead-Pleaux, MA, MT-BC, is the Executive Director of the Center for Cultural Responsiveness, a nonprofit that provides education, training, and supervision in diversity, inclusion, and equity to colleges, […]
In this episode, Lorrie shares tons of practical tools and tips for working in a medical MT setting. We discuss instruments, soundscapes, clinical supervision, and much more. Lorrie Kubicek, MT-BC is board certified music therapist and program manager for Expressive Therapies at MGH. Her program is a part of the […]
In this episode, Martina shares the findings from her Music Therapy vocal research, as well as tips for preventative vocal maintenance and vocal health. Martina Bingham is a lecturer in voice at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. She is an accomplished singer, voice teacher, and researcher in the training […]
In this episode (and more thoroughly in the show notes), Tricia shares a compilation of information, ideas, and resources about the COVID-19 virus. PLEASE SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS, IDEAS, AND RESOURCES TO BE ADDED TO THE SHOW NOTES!!! This will be an ongoing project and database as this situation evolves. Let’s […]
In this episode, Tracy and Tricia discuss Tracy’s new book “Who Moved My Cape?! Letting Go of Your Superwoman Expectations.” Tracy also shares her personal songwriting process and advice for using songwriting in the clinical setting. Tracy is a board-certified music therapist with a doctorate in Counselor Education. She has […]
In this episode, Bonnie and Tricia discuss burnout, adaptive lessons, and online resources for various MT topics and needs. Bonnie shares her personal experience with burnout and the resources she is creating online. Bonnie is a music therapist in Denver, CO and owns her own business, Rhythmic Roots Music Therapy, […]
In this episode, Anita and Tricia discuss global perspectives in Music Therapy and how the World Federation of Music Therapy is connecting Music Therapists across continents. #worldmusictherapyday is March 1st! Anita L. Swanson, Ph.D., MT-BC is passionate about assisting future and current music therapists. She also enjoys promoting global music therapy […]
In this episode, Stephanie and Tricia discuss taking a less traditional career path as a Music Therapist and ways to apply clinical musicianship in MT sessions, specifically with young children. Stephanie Leavell, MT-BC is the creator of musicforkiddos.com, an online community dedicated to high-quality children’s music. Stephanie is an innovative […]
In this episode, Alpha tells about how she created a more healthful soundscape in a residential setting as a Music Therapist. Dr. Alpha Woodward is certified music therapist with 15 years of clinical music therapy service in government and non governmental organizations. From 2004-2007 Dr. Woodward was the clinical supervisor and […]
In this episode, Alpha tells how a career in Music Therapy has turned her life into an adventure and how her humanitarian experiences lead to her own personal growth and clinical research. Dr. Alpha Woodward is certified music therapist with 15 years of clinical music therapy service in government and non […]
In this episode, Samantha and Tricia talk all things Music Therapy Exchange, a new and growing database of Music Therapy interventions that anyone can access and contribute to! Samantha Hassold is the creator of Music Therapy Exchange, an intervention database for music therapists. She is also a current music therapy […]
This is part two of Tricia’s conversation with Fleur. In this episode, Fleur and Tricia discuss the importance of receiving supervision as a Music Therapist, as well as advice for being a supervisor yourself. Fleur completed a Master’s in Music Therapy degree at the University of West England in 2015. […]
This is part one of Tricia’s conversation with Fleur. In this episode, Fleur shares about her unique journey to finding Music Therapy and how she has continues her MT practice across continents. We focus on cultural awareness and adapting to different clinical settings. Fleur completed a Master’s in Music Therapy […]
In this episode, Elizabeth shares her experiences and advice for growing a business, navigating MT independent contractors, starting a family, and finding balance through it all. Elizabeth has been working as a board certified music therapist since 2020 and teaching piano lessons since 2001 through out NH. Helping her clients […]
In this episode, Tricia and John discuss being podcasters in the MT space. John shares about his initial feelings of imposter syndrome and how he has overcome them in different professional and life situations. “My name is John Moon. I am the Director of Memory Care and Music Therapist at […]
In this episode, Chris tells about how his practice has evolved and become more eclectic over time. He also shares about his own podcast project, Make More Music. Chris Millett, MM, MT-BC has been practicing as a board-certified music therapist since January 2014. He serves a variety of populations and […]
In this episode, Antoinette tells about the bottom up approach and the importance of asking “why?” She also shares her advice for both MT students and professors. Antoinette Morrison MT-BC is the owner of Back Mountain Music Therapy in Dallas, Pennsylvania. Trained in Creative Music Therapy, Antoinette specializes in working with […]
In this episode Lindsay and Tricia discuss young entrepreneurship. Lindsay shares her interview tips, self care encouragement, and prop/intervention ideas. Lindsay Ward, BMT, MTA, MT-BC is a music therapist and owner of Between The Mountains Music Therapy in Nova Scotia, Canada. She currently works as a contractor providing music therapy […]
In this episode, Brooke and Tricia discuss cultural differences across the US and how working as a Music Therapist in Montana is unique. Brooke tells the story of how she serendipitously fell into her current hospital MT job, and also shares about some impactful experiences since being there. Brooke Wagner […]
In this episode, Nicole shares about her internship experience thus far. She shares her reflective thoughts and goals for the future. Her uplifting outlook is insightful and encouraging. Nicole Birmaher is currently a Music Therapy Intern at Robert & Ann H. Lurie Children’s Hospital is Chicago. She completed her Music Therapy […]
In this episode Gabby and Tricia talk about Gabby’s many creative projects, balancing it all, and connecting with others through them. “Chicago born, Atlanta grown, and Dallas pruned, I’ve been involved with music since childhood. While I wasn’t a big fan of being forced to take piano lessons, I loved making music with […]
In this episode, Brian and Tricia discuss trauma informed therapy, personal disclosure, and LGBTQ topics. Brian also tells about the newly released book Creative Arts Therapies and the LGBTQ Community. Brian T Harris, PhD, MT-BC, LCAT is a music psychotherapist in private practice in NYC. He holds a PhD in […]
In this episode, Jennifer shares her personal experiences and the resources she’s created to help other Music Therapists through difficult career periods. Jennifer Buchanan, MBA, MTA is a keynote speaker and health entrepreneur in the truest sense of the word. Since she became a certified music therapist almost three decades ago, the […]
In this episode, Christina tells about her professional journey and the lessons she’s learned along the way. This is Music Therapy Chronicles’s first in-person interview! “I have always loved to sing…and when I learned to play the guitar 50 years ago (!), it was a beautiful union! Since 1993, I […]
