Music Therapy
Music Therapy is the clinical and evidence-based use of music interventions to accomplish individualized goals related to social and developmental milestones, using music-related activities to work on non-musical goals. This specialty therapy program is only completed by a credentialed professional who is certified in an approved therapy program for children.
What happens during Music Therapy?
Music therapy appointments can be scheduled one on one with a certified therapist and a child or in a group setting depending on the child's preferences and temperament. Every therapy experience is tailored to the child's needs. Some activities we do during Music Therapy are...
- Singing to improve speech production (articulation, fluency, volume)
- Instrument playing to improve social skills (joint attention, turn taking)
- Movement to music to improve gross motor coordination
- Musical games to improve language and cognitive processing
- Songwriting to improve executive functions and self-expression
Frequently Asked Questions
Insurance typically approves 1-2 visits per week for 60 minutes depending on the patient's diagnosis and medical history. This decision can be made on a case by case basis depending on the goal of therapy.
Music therapy harnesses the natural structure, motivation, and sensory experience that music provides. However, the music therapist is trained to develop music activities and adapt the music on the spot using evidence-based techniques in order to target the patient's strengths and needs.
The music therapist provides all of the instruments including egg shakers, tambourines, bells, guitars, pianos, and more.
Music that is preferred by the child is the most motivating and effective, so definitely let the music therapy team know what music your child enjoys when speaking to them about scheduling.
The music therapist is specially trained to work with patient's with physical limitations and hearing impairments. For physical limitations, we can use adaptive instruments and equipment and develop activities around what they are able to do. For hearing impairments, these patients typically engage more through tactile senses than auditory as they can feel the music through the vibrations of the guitar or a speaker. They typically gravitate towards rhythmic instruments like drums.
While music therapy is covered by Sunshine Health plans in Florida, we also offer self-pay. Private Pay Costs
$30 for 30 minute session
$60 for 60 minute session
Where is Music Therapy Offered?
Telehealth
Your child can receive music therapy via telehealth! All you need is a computer and internet access. The best part? Telehealth music therapy services can be covered by Sunshine Health insurance.
Your child can receive music therapy via telehealth! All you need is a computer and internet access.
Your child can receive music therapy via telehealth! All you need is a computer and internet access.
In Person
12276 San Jose Blvd., Suite 508
Jacksonville, FL 32223
904-886-3228
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4600 Beach Blvd.
(Inside Hope Haven, Skinner Building)
Jacksonville, FL 32207
904-886-3228
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430 College Drive, Suite 101
Middleburg, FL 32068
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450061 State Road 200, Suite 3
Callahan, FL 32011
904-886-3228
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1764 Tree Blvd., Unit 2
St. Augustine, FL 32084
904-886-3228
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Why Should My Child Receive Music Therapy?
Music Therapy is proven through research as a form of intervention for children to work on social and developmental milestones. This unique approach engages all of the senses and encourages maximum participation. Positive music is also proven to motivate, calm, and improve overall self-image in children which leads to increased socialization, self-expression, and communication. Our therapists are ready to help your child succeed!
