Music therapy is an evidence-based clinical practice that involves the patient, therapist, and music to address cognitive, emotional, physical, social or spiritual needs for persons of all ages.
Our Board-Certified music therapists work to enhance the quality of life for all patients. Music therapy goals are individualized to each patient, dependent on diagnosis and population.
Music Therapy Services May Include:
Playing music to change heart rate, lower blood pressure and breathing rate
Singing a lullaby or favorite song to build the bond between a parent and infant
Discussing lyrics of a song and talk about their meaning
Teaching music relaxation techniques to decrease pain and anxiety
Using active music play to normalize the hospital for young children
Playing an instrument for physical, cognitive or emotional benefit
Creating/composing music for self expression
Using familiar songs to provide comfort and support at end of life
Individual music therapy services are provided by staff or patient referral.
Weekly group music therapy services are available to patients on inpatient psychiatry units and in partial hospitalization.
Music Therapy May:
Decrease anxiety and pain perception
Decrease cognitive distortions
Increase appropriate socialization skills
Increase coping skills
Increase relaxation and stress management skills
Increase/improve awareness of body image
Improve anger management skills
Improve decision-making skills
Provide an emotional and creative outlet
Provide comfort and spiritual support
Provide distraction and normalization of environment
Provide opportunities for reminiscence and life review
