Welcome to Music Therapy with Em
Supporting individuals and groups of all ages through evidence-based music therapy
Testimonials
Emma is a remarkably knowledgeable Music Therapist with an evident passion for her profession and for working with people. With her natural intuition and infectious energy, she facilitates group Music Therapy sessions that are therapeutic, enjoyable, and inclusive for all our residents, regardless of their varying functional limitations. Emma's Music Therapy sessions provide physical stimulation through the movements involved in playing instruments, cognitive and memory stimulation through her expert selection of the songs and music she presents in her sessions, and social stimulation by bringing all our residents together and creating a unique environment in which they can express themselves - all of which are vital in the management of Dementia. Emma also involves our residents' caregivers in her group therapy sessions, which further strengthens the bonds between our residents and their caregivers.
"I love the sessions and find them to be such a powerful modality of expression and healing. I love how Emma facilitates and leads the sessions. I’m more introverted in group settings and watching from the outside, I felt like the space allows for different personality types to be able to express themselves - the space she holds feels supportive and nurturing. I noted at the end people were out of their shells as opposed to in the beginning where some people walked in reserved."
"Our school’s pastoral care team spent the morning with music therapist Emma Oelschig at our annual conference last week. From the drumming circle to the quieter reflective art space, the team had an incredible experience. The drumming brought us together with much fun, laughter, and some rhythm in between, and the guided quiet time allowed for space to breathe and reflect. Our team spends a great deal of time caring for others, so this quiet time for ourselves was greatly appreciated. Emma’s gentle presence and expertise allowed the team to feel safe and cared for as they took time for fun, team bonding, and quiet reflection time."