Introduction to Music Therapy

29 March 2025

Join us for a 5-hour Introduction to Music Therapy, designed to provide an overview of the fundamental principles and practices of Music Therapy in the UK. Led by HCPC registered Music Therapists, this workshop will cover the basics of Music Therapy, including its history, how it provides benefits across the lifespan, and the different approaches and techniques used in therapy sessions.

Through a combination of lecture, demonstration, and hands-on activities, participants will learn how music can be used to support emotional expression, communication, and cognitive development, as well as enhance physical, social, and spiritual well-being. The day will also offer ideas for next steps in becoming a Music Therapist or accessing Music Therapy services.

Whether you are a healthcare professional, educator, musician, or simply interested in learning more about the field of Music Therapy, this workshop will provide you with a solid foundation for further exploration and study. Don't miss this unique opportunity to discover the transformative power of Music Therapy!

Please note if you are purchasing this course on behalf of a colleague that you must use their name and email for sign up. If this isn't possible please email info@bamt.org to update their details to be sent the joining link.

Facilitator: Clare Maddocks, a freelance Neurologic Music Therapist and the Director of Education & Research for the British Association for Music Therapy.

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