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Noel Anderson, MMT, MT-BC
Nov 14, 20185 min read
Take Care of Yourself with a Budget-Friendly Hobby
I recently had the pleasure of connecting with Julie Morris, who is a life and career coach! She thrives on helping others live their...


Catherine Backus, MT-BC
Oct 7, 20185 min read
Insider's Guide to Songwriting for Emotional & Social Health
I have a confession to make: I was an emo kid. We’re a dying breed- the Vans Warped Tour just finished its last run, and scene music has...


Noel Anderson, MMT, MT-BC
Sep 10, 20184 min read
Why Music Breaks Through Barriers to Communication
My name is Catherine, and I am a mumbler. Maybe it’s a result of self-consciousness as a kid (after my teacher referred me to speech...


Noel Anderson, MMT, MT-BC
Aug 8, 20185 min read
FAQ Series: What do you actually do?!
Being a music therapist means constantly being asked... “What is music therapy?" "What do you actually DO?” That’s kind of like asking...

Catherine Backus, MT-BC
Jul 20, 20184 min read
Can Music Therapy Improve Social Skills?
The act of making music is inherently communicative . When I was a kid, I think my mom probably connected to the worries of Uncle Jesse...


Noel Anderson, MMT, MT-BC
Jun 15, 20185 min read
What Happens in a Music Therapy Group?
When we get new clients or referrals, oftentimes parents don’t know what to expect when they send their children to a music therapy group....


Noel Anderson, MMT, MT-BC
Jun 13, 20183 min read
What It's Like Having a Child with a Disability: Part 3
A month or so ago I asked parents on Facebook if they would like to share their story of raising a child with special needs. I had...


Noel Anderson, MMT, MT-BC
Jun 8, 20182 min read
Meet our Music Therapist: Catherine!
I asked our music therapists a few questions about themselves, and they were more than willing to share with you! Read below to find out...


Noel Anderson, MMT, MT-BC
Jun 5, 20182 min read
Meet our Music Therapist: Cassie!
I asked our music therapists a few questions about themselves, and they were more than willing to share with you! Read below to find out...


Noel Anderson, MMT, MT-BC
Jun 4, 20183 min read
What It's Like Having a Child with Special Needs: Part 2
A month or so ago I asked parents on Facebook if they would like to share their story of raising a child with special needs. I had...


Noel Anderson, MMT, MT-BC
May 29, 20187 min read
What It's Like Having a Child with Special Needs: Part 1
A month or so ago I asked parents on Facebook if they would like to share their story of raising a child with special needs. I had...


Noel Anderson, MMT, MT-BC
May 12, 20187 min read
2 Simple Ways to Connect with your Child for Better Emotional Regulation
Have you ever noticed how even young infants search for their mother's approval when meeting new people? A stranger approaches and the...


Noel Anderson, MMT, MT-BC
Apr 2, 20184 min read
5 Reasons Music Therapy Might Help the Older Adults in Your Life
Caregiving for someone with dementia can be exhausting, frustrating, and deeply lonely . Your schedule revolves around appointments,...

Noel Anderson, MMT, MT-BC
Mar 26, 20184 min read
Music Improves Functional Receptive Communication Skills
One of the biggest complaints I hear from parents is that their child does not follow directions very well. Kids are asked to follow...


Catherine Backus, MT-BC
Mar 5, 20184 min read
Why Live Music is More Powerful than Recorded Music
We live in a world where pretty much any song you could ever think of is available at the click of a button. As a songwriter, I have my...


Catherine Backus, MT-BC
Jan 30, 20183 min read
Use Music to Reduce Anxiety in 3,2,1...
It’s not hyperbolic to say we’re living in stressful times- to quote a song by The Stray Birds, “ all the news is bad ” . Most adults...

Noel Anderson, MMT, MT-BC
Jan 22, 20182 min read
How to Promote Verbalization Through Music
A frequent question asked by parents of my younger clients is, “What can I do at home?” The answer is as simple as "SING"! Singing with...


Noel Anderson, MMT, MT-BC
Jan 18, 20185 min read
Strengthen Communication and Family Relationships through Music
I recently read about an awesome study where interactive music-making was compared to listening to "Baby Einstein" CDs. The results were...


Catherine Backus, MT-BC
Jan 6, 20183 min read
3 Ways to Improve Your Child's Executive Function
When I hear the phrase “ Executive Functioning ,” my mind conjures an image of a tiny businesswoman at the helm of my brain, giving...


Noel Anderson, MMT, MT-BC
Nov 4, 20172 min read
How To Use Music For Stress & Pain Relief
THE BACKGROUND: Several weeks ago I posted a Facebook live video sharing how you can use music for PAIN, ANXIETY, and STRESS RELIEF. I...
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