MUSIC THERAPY

What is Music Therapy?

Who do we serve?

How can we help?

Music therapy is the "clinical and evidence based use of music intervention to accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship"-American Music Therapy Association

Music therapy is a research-driven health profession in which music and music interventions to help clients reach their goals. Our board-certified music therapists provide evidence-based, individualized services for each client.

​Music therapy can be beneficial for people of all ages and abilities. Our staff is trained to work with a variety of diagnoses and chronic illnesses, serving clients from age 2 to 102. We provide both individual and group services in our clinic, offsite office locations, contracted facilities, and in client homes.

Goals and objectives are designed following a thorough assessment, and are individualized based on the needs of the client. Potential goal areas include social, emotional, academic, communication, and motor skills. Interventions and activities are personalized for each individual and may include songwriting, active music making, adapted instrument lessons, improvisation, relaxation techniques, and verbal counsel.

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We currently serve the following: individuals on the Indiana Home and Community Based Services Waiver, private pay individuals, and group contracts in rehab, assisted living, medical, and school facilities.

PCS also provides clinical training for future music therapists as a practicum placement and University-Affiliated internship site. For more information regarding our internship program, click here.