What is music therapy?
Music is a form of expressive communication. All of us have used music at some point in our lives to relax, dance to, or to sing along with. Music can open us to diverse emotions: happiness, sadness, anger, excitation, it can make us feel secure, relaxed, or powerful.
Despite a serious disability, the capacity to respond to music may remain unimpaired, and the communicative potential of music can therefore be utilised.
Music therapy uses improvised music as the main tool for communication. Initially this will help to interact with the client(s) and build the therapeutic relationship. From here, music and other forms of communication will carry out the therapeutic goals; as an example, these can include self–expression, increased self–esteem, increased self–awareness and increased ability to interact with others.
Music therapists must be registered with the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) and have completed a postgraduate training.
Despite a serious disability, the capacity to respond to music may remain unimpaired, and the communicative potential of music can therefore be utilised.
Music therapy uses improvised music as the main tool for communication. Initially this will help to interact with the client(s) and build the therapeutic relationship. From here, music and other forms of communication will carry out the therapeutic goals; as an example, these can include self–expression, increased self–esteem, increased self–awareness and increased ability to interact with others.
Music therapists must be registered with the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) and have completed a postgraduate training.
Music therapists work with people of all ages, with a wide range
of conditions including:
of conditions including:
- Learning disabilities
- Physical disabilities
- Brain injuries
- Emotional and behavioural difficulties
- Eating disorders
- Mental health problems
- Depression
- Dementia
- Parkinson's Disease
- Autistic Spectrum Disorder
- Terminal illness
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Clinical aims include
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Do I need to know how to play an instrument?
You don't need any prior musical experience or training to partake in music therapy. People of all abilities can benefit from this form of therapy. |
What is the structure of a music therapy session?
Sessions can be for individuals or small groups of up to 6 people. Tailored to suit the individual needs of the client or group, a music therapy session may include improvised and/or pre–composed music and can last up to an hour. We would recommend an initial block of eight sessions. |
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Where does music therapy take place?
Our service covers a large area encompassing Edinburgh, Fife and the Lothians, all of the necessary equipment, including instruments, will be brought to the location of the client(s) where possible. Usually in their care home, day centre, at home or at school. |
How do I make a referral?
To make a referral please complete the contact form below. We would then arrange an initial consultation meeting to gather relevant information and check the suitability of the space for the sessions. |
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info@forthmusictherapy.com Forth Music Therapy Service Ltd Registered in Scotland: SC536361 Registered address 89 Rankin Drive, EH9 3DG |