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Music therapy is inclusive and provided free of charge to all students during the school year. The music therapy sessions are led and taught by Courtney Slocum MM/MT-BC, DT from Pediatric Therapy Associates.

Meet Mrs. Courtney

What is Music Therapy?

Music therapy is the clinical and evidence-based use of music interventions to accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship. Music therapy uses music as the main motivational tool to aid in creating positive and successful outcomes, as well as achieving developmental and therapeutic goals.

Therapeutic benefits through Music Therapy participation:

Multi-sensory stimulation
An outlet for expression
Increasing socialization (i.e. turn-taking, greetings)
Increasing communication
Building positive relationships with peers and staff
Improving motor skills
Enhancing cognitive skills
Music as an enjoyable leisure activity

For more information about music therapy, please contact the Center or Pediatric Therapy Associates.

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