ABOUT
THE INSTITUTE
For 20 years, the Music Therapy
Institute has been the largest provider
of professional music therapy services in
the greater Westchester region, working
individually and in small groups with over
2,000 children and adults each year. The
Institute provides services onsite at the
Music Conservatory of Westchester as well
as throughout the county through the Institute’s
Outreach program.
Music Therapy uses the power
of music in a focused way to accomplish
growth, learning, healing and change. Individual
programs created by certified music therapists
are designed to meet the specific needs
of each client. Music therapy can make a
profound difference in the lives of individuals
with a wide variety of special needs or
illnesses. Music Therapy addresses specific
needs such as communication skills, social
skills, emotional expression and physical
development.
All Music Therapy Institute Faculty hold
advanced degrees in music therapy and are
members of the American Music Therapy Association
and the National Music Therapy Registry.
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WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM MUSIC THERAPY?
Those with:
- Developmental, Learning and Emotional
disabilities
- Attention Deficit Disorder
- Neurological impairments
- Speech delays/impairments
- Down's/Fragile X/Rett's Syndromes
- Autistic spectrum disorders
- Cerebral Palsy
- Alzheimer's
- Parkinson's
- Psychiatric disorders
- Head injuries
Photographs by Rick Falco
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Warm, caring and experienced
music therapists work with clients individually
or in small groups. Using a variety
of techniques including:
- instrumental
and vocal improvisation
-
singing and songwriting
- listening and moving to music
The therapist
guides clients through a process of
physical, cognitive and emotional development.
Clients derive important benefits while
participating in an enjoyable musical
experience.
DIRECTORS
Dr. Tina Brescia,
CMT
Director of Onsite Services
(914) 761-3900 ext. 134
tbrescia@musiced.org
Lisa Sandagata, MA-CMT
Director of Outreach
Services
(914) 761-3900 ext. 138
lisas@musiced.org
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