Research

Articles and notes on music, wellness, and music therapy practice.

11/8/23

From Assessment to Plan: Making Music Therapy Goals Feel Human

Assessments should illuminate strengths, not overwhelm families with jargon. A walk through turning findings into goals people can understand—and stick with.

3/2/22

Telepractice Music Therapy: What Works When Care Moves Online

Screens change the room—but not the relationship. Practical notes on presence, pacing, and musical tools that travel well from the living room to a video call.

9/14/21

Listening First: Building Trust in Family Music Therapy Sessions

Before goals and interventions, families need to feel heard. Here’s how a listening-first approach creates safer sessions—and clearer next steps—for children, caregivers, and clinicians.

5/28/19

How College Students Actually Use Music—And What That Means for Wellness (and Music Therapy)

College life can be a lot—new routines, pressure, friendships, and finding your footing. This piece looks at how students really use music day to day, and what those habits suggest for wellness support and music therapy practice.