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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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