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Using Your 5 Senses for Sensory Regulation
Managing big emotions can be challenging for kids, especially in a busy and sometimes overwhelming world. A fun and effective way to help...
Cassie Smith, MT-BC
Aug 22, 20243 min read


The Power of Music: How It Shaped Megan’s Path to Becoming a Music Therapist
Megan is Anderson Music Therapy's newest member to join our Music Therapy team.
Why did Megan become a Music Therapist?
Megan Oglesby
Aug 22, 20244 min read


10 Songs That Teach Important Life Skills for Kids
Teach your kids important life skills through music! Check out these 10 songs that will inspire perseverance, positive self-talk, and more.
Cassie Smith, MT-BC
Nov 22, 20235 min read


What Kind Of Music Is Good For Helping Alzheimer's?
Music therapy has been found to be an effective tool in managing the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease, even in late stages.
janesmith197610
May 29, 20235 min read


The Role of Music Therapy in improving Social Skills and Self-Esteem in Individuals with ADHD
For the last three decades, the world has seen an increase in the amount of school-aged children diagnosed with ADHD as well as being...
Ron Clark
May 9, 20234 min read


Music's Powerful Role in Sleep Induction
While some believe it’s just a myth, studies proved that music has a positive impact on sleep induction and quality of sleep. Learn more
Curtis Dean
Apr 14, 20234 min read


Caring for Children With ADHD: The Impact of Music and Arts
Photo from Pexels About six million children aged 3 to 17 years have been diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD),...
Stan Clark
Jan 13, 20235 min read


The Neuroscience of Music Motivation: How Music Inspires Us to Be Our Best Self
We believe music therapy can empower clients to overcome barriers and live their best, most fulfilled lives!
Kristin Wright, MT-BC
Jan 1, 20233 min read


9 Songs to Help you Heal from COVID-19 Trauma
No matter who you are, COVID has changed your life in some way. Music helps us know we are not alone in this journey of healing.
Lillian Gray, MA, MT-BC
Feb 21, 20225 min read


5 Ways to Quickly Calm Your Anxious Mind
A mindful approach helps to separate ourselves from our thoughts and emotions so we work through our difficulties. Where does music fit in?
Catherine Backus, MT-BC
Feb 9, 20224 min read


Top 10 Songs for Self-Empowerment
Have you ever heard a song and thought “that’s exactly how I WANT to feel”? Here's a list of 10 songs to empower and uplift you!
Lillian Gray, MA, MT-BC
Dec 10, 20214 min read


3 Ways to Prevent Holiday Meltdowns
This time of year can be oh so stressful! Here are 3 easy ways to help both you and your child prevent holiday meltdowns!
Catherine Backus, MT-BC
Nov 29, 20214 min read


Powerful Music Activities to Help Your Child Focus
With the school year beginning many of our kids are expected to focus on schoolwork at home. This is a BIG change. How can we help our kids?
Noel Anderson, MMT, MT-BC
Aug 28, 20204 min read


4 Ways to Use Music To Reduce Stress and Anxiety!
Feeling anxious, stressed, or worried? Try these 4 ways to use music to reduce your stress and anxiety.
Catherine Backus, MT-BC
Mar 15, 20203 min read


Top 5 Goals Addressed In Music Therapy
Because music is motivating and effective in addressing goals across numerous populations, music therapists can be found in schools, hospita
Kristin Wright, MT-BC
Dec 11, 20194 min read


14 Favorite Tunes For Tots
Are there any moms out there looking for some fun and effective ways to teach your kids about daily tasks like cleaning up or brushing...
Carolyn Hammack
Nov 7, 20191 min read


Music Is My Medicine
Over the last two years, Liz has received individual music therapy sessions. She is an incredible human being, who always finds the...
Cassie Smith, MT-BC
Oct 22, 20194 min read


Growing Through Music
When I had my first son, I began singing to him almost immediately. This seemed natural since I had been singing to him before he was even b
Carolyn Hammack
Aug 31, 20193 min read


Top 10 Songs for Gross Motor Movement
Continue reading to learn my top 10 songs to use to practice gross motor skills!
Cassie Smith, MT-BC
Aug 6, 20193 min read


How Music Therapists' Support Successful Employment
Learn about our partnership with the Department of Aging and Rehabilitative Services and our program that supports pre-employment skills.
Catherine Backus, MT-BC
Aug 4, 20194 min read
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