MAKING MUSIC TOGETHER

Using music to achieve your goals

What is Music Therapy?

The Australian Music Therapy Association defines music therapy as:

“…A research-based practice and profession in which music is used to actively support people as they strive to improve their health, functioning and wellbeing.”

 Music therapy is practiced by university trained Registered Music Therapists. These professionals use a variety of musical techniques and methods within the context of a therapeutic relationship to address an individual’s specific goal areas.  

MAKING MUSIC TOGETHER

Using music to achieve your goals

What is Music Therapy?

The Australian Music Therapy Association defines music therapy as:

“…A research-based practice and profession in which music is used to actively support people as they strive to improve their health, functioning and wellbeing.”

Music therapy is practiced by university trained Registered Music Therapists. These professionals use a variety of musical techniques and methods within the context of a therapeutic relationship to address an individual’s specific goal areas.

Music therapy techniques include

  • Instrument play
  • Movement to music
  • Therapeutic singing
  • Familiar music
  • Drumming and rhythmic entrainment
  • Songwriting
  • Improvisation
  • Lyrical discussion
  • Receptive music
  • Breathing and relaxation techniques

Who can use music therapy?

The short answer is: everyone! Music therapists work across a broad range of populations, including but not limited to:

  • Autism
  • Disability
  • Early childhood development
  • Mental health
  • Stroke rehabilitation and brain injury
  • At-risk youth and families
  • Dementia care
  • Palliative care
  • Addiction and substance abuse
  • Grief and trauma
  • Stress and pain management

About Me

Registered Music Therapist

MMusTher, BMus

Hi! My name’s Sarah, and I’m a Registered Music Therapist based in the Northside of Brisbane.

My goal is to create a safe, caring environment in which I can help you use music to meet your individual needs.

As human beings, we are all unique and innately musical. Whether your goal is to enhance connection and communication skills with others, explore musical avenues of creativity and self expression or to improve your general health and wellbeing, I’d be honoured to help you facilitate this change using music. Everyone is welcome.

I look forward to making music together soon,

Sarah

“Music is part of being human”

Oliver W. Sacks

Frequently Asked Questions

What is music therapy?

The Australian Music Therapy Association defines music therapy as:

“…A research-based practice and profession in which music is used to actively support people as they strive to improve their health, functioning and wellbeing.”

 

Music therapy is practiced by university trained Registered Music Therapists. These professionals use a variety of musical techniques and methods within the context of a therapeutic relationship to address an individual’s specific goal areas. These methods include, but are not limited to:

 

  • Instrument play
  • Movement to music
  • Therapeutic singing
  • Familiar music
  • Drumming and rhythmic entrainment
  • Songwriting
  • Improvisation
  • Lyrical discussion
  • Receptive music
  • Relaxation techniques      
Who can use music therapy?

The short answer is: everyone! Music therapists work across a broad range of populations, including but not limited to:

  • Autism
  • Disability
  • Early childhood development
  • Mental health
  • Stroke rehabilitation and brain injury
  • At-risk youth and families
  • Dementia care
  • Palliative care
  • Addiction and substance abuse
  • Grief and trauma
  • Stress and pain management
How can music therapy help me?

Goal areas addressed in music therapy include communication (including speech and language skills), self regulation and behaviour management, socialisation skills, self expression, confidence, gross and fine motor skills development, cognitive and academic skills, sensory integration, emotional regulation, relaxation skills, coping skills and more.

Do I need to have any musical experience?

Not at all. Music therapy is for everyone, as all humans are innately musical.

Is music therapy covered by the National Disability Insurance Scheme?

Yes! Music therapy is covered under ‘Improved Daily Living Skills’ in the 2020/2021 NDIS Support Catalogue. The specific support item is:

‘Assessment Recommendation Therapy And/or Training (Incl. AT) – Other Therapy’

Reference Number: 15_056_0128_1_3

I am able to work with participants using both self-managed and planner-managed NDIS funding.

Sarah Curtain

Registered Music Therapist, MMusTher, BMus

Call Me

0435 565 940

Email

music@sarahcurtain.com.au

Sarah Curtain

Registered Music Therapist, MMusTher, BMus

Call Me

0435 565 940

Email

music@sarahcurtain.com.au