Group sessions

  • Community music therapy sessions create meaningful musical experiences for groups with shared interests or needs.

    Session Format:

    • 60-90 minutes in length

    • Includes accessible music-making activities

    • Balances structure with creative exploration

    • Held in comfortable community spaces

    Musical Experiences:

    • Group drumming circles for synchrony and connection

    • Collaborative songwriting addressing shared concerns

    • Improvisational music-making for expression

    • Singing culturally significant songs together

    • Music-facilitated discussions about community issues

    • Optional performance opportunities for broader connection

    No musical experience necessary—all activities are designed for full participation regardless of background.

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  • Supporting Development and Wellbeing Through Music

    As a HPCSA-registered music therapist with experience in diverse educational settings, I provide specialised music therapy services for children and young people.

    Services in Mainstream Schools

    Music therapy supports students by addressing:

    • Emotional regulation and anxiety management

    • Social skills development and peer relationships

    • Focus, attention and learning engagement

    • Self-expression and identity formation

    • Transition support during challenging periods

    Support for Special Educational Needs

    Drawing from my experience at inclusive schools, I offer adapted approaches for children with:

    • Autism spectrum disorder

    • ADHD

    • Developmental disabilities

    • Cerebral palsy

    • Down syndrome

    • Communication challenges

    Evidence-Based Approaches

    • Improvisational music-making for emotional expression

    • Structured rhythmic activities for cognitive development

    • Group drumming for community building

    • Songwriting for processing experiences

    • Receptive listening for relaxation and emotional regulation

    Flexible Service Options

    • Small group sessions focused on common goals

    • Workshops addressing specific topics

    • Staff training and consultation

    As a HPCSA-registered professional, services can be claimed through medical aid.

    Contact me to discuss how music therapy might benefit your students.

  • Key Elements:

    • Simple songs with repetitive patterns that babies can begin to anticipate

    • Movement activities that support physical development and coordination

    • Use of age-appropriate instruments (egg shakers, bells, drums)

    • Fingerplays and action songs that develop fine motor skills

    • Lullabies and calming music to demonstrate regulation techniques

    • Opportunities for parents to create or customise songs for their child

    • Cultural songs and rhymes that honour family traditions

    Benefits for Children

    • Stimulates cognitive, language, and sensorimotor development

    • Introduces early social skills through turn-taking and sharing

    • Builds emotional regulation through musical experiences

    • Creates positive associations with music and learning

    • Supports attachment and bonding with caregivers

    Benefits for Parents:

    • Provides practical tools for soothing, engaging, and communicating with their child

    • Creates a supportive community of other parents in similar life stages

    • Reduces feelings of isolation common in new parenthood

    • Offers respite and enjoyable activities during challenging adjustment periods

    • Strengthens parent-child bonding through shared musical experiences

    • Teaches developmental milestones and how to support them through music

    Special Adaptations:

    • Activities specifically designed for different developmental stages

    • Options for both pre-mobile and active toddlers within the same group

    • Flexibility to accommodate feeding, changing, and children's varying needs

    • Recordings or resources that families can use at home between sessions

    These groups can be particularly valuable for:

    • First-time parents seeking community and parenting tools

    • Parents experiencing postnatal depression or anxiety

    • Adoptive families building attachment

    • Parents of children with developmental concerns

    • Families seeking enrichment activities and social connections

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  • Services Tailored for Corporate Clients

    Group Sessions

    • Mindfulness-Based Music Therapy: Structured sessions combining music and mindfulness to enhance present-moment awareness, reduce stress, and improve emotional regulation

    • Therapeutic Drum Circles (Groups of 10): Powerful team-building experiences that enhance group synchrony and communication while providing stress release through rhythmic expression

    • Sound-Based Relaxation: Guided experiences using therapeutic instruments and techniques to activate the parasympathetic nervous system and counter workplace stress

    Executive Support

    • Individual Sessions: Personalised therapy addressing specific challenges such as stress management, creative thinking, and leadership presence

    • Performance Optimisation: Techniques for managing pressure, enhancing focus, and maintaining balance during high-demand periods

    Benefits for Your Organisation

    Research demonstrates that music therapy in corporate settings contributes to:

    • Stress Reduction: Decreases in physiological markers of stress and self-reported anxiety

    • Team Cohesion: Improved communication, trust, and collaboration among team members

    • Creativity and Innovation: Enhanced problem-solving and creative thinking

    • Burnout Prevention: Sustainable self-care practices that support long-term wellbeing

    • Workplace Satisfaction: Increased engagement and positive attitudes toward the organisation

    Implementation Options

    • Wellness Days: One-time special events to introduce music therapy concepts

    • Workshop Series: Focused programmes addressing specific organisational challenges

    • Regular Sessions: Ongoing support integrated into your existing wellness framework

    • Virtual Options: Remote sessions available for distributed teams

    As a HPCSA-registered professional, services can be claimed through medical aid, providing additional value to your wellness investment.

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    Transform your corporate wellness approach with evidence-based music therapy services. Contact me to discuss customised programming for your organisation's specific needs.