Groove & Grow: Interactive Music Lab

About the Host

I received my Master's degree in Music Therapy & Counseling from Drexel University. I am Music Therapy Board Certified (MT-BC) and a Neurologic Music Therapist (NMT).

My creative approach to the therapeutic process allows for an individualized treatment plan based on the strengths, challenges, and interests of each client. In my work, I draw from cultural-relational theory, psychodynamic, trauma-informed, systems-based, mindfulness-based approaches and music therapy.

I have experience working with adults and older adults with various mental illnesses such as PTSD, Schizophrenia, Depression, and Anxiety within a psychiatric setting. I have worked with adults of all ages and backgrounds that seek support for a variety of clinical issues which includes, but is not limited to, stress management, self-esteem, identity formation, self care, anger management, communication/social skills, relationship building, and support with life transitions.

I have 1.5 years of experience working with children from the ages of 5 months to 17 years old who present with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other intellectual/developmental disabilities. I aim to establish physical, speech, and cognitive developmental goals while working on their self-esteem, autonomy, impulse control, social skills, and stress management.

I provide adaptive music lessons to people with intellectual/developmental disabilities. These lessons have consisted of piano, guitar, bass, ukulele and song composition. It gives me a great amount of joy to see the progression and the hard work of each client while also improving their lives out side of musical experiences.