“… it is wonderful to see the change in my child”
WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM MUSIC THERAPY?
Children and adults with a wide range of developmental and emotional needs including: Communication difficulties, Autism, Down Syndrome, Mental Health problems, behavioural difficulties, Neurological conditions, Stroke victims, chronic illness, adults with stress induced problems and depression.
CAN MUSIC THERAPY CURE MY CHILD?
Music therapy is not a cure. Its aim is to provide a better quality of life for the child and its family. It can improve communication, including speech; increase self confidence and self esteem; encourage social interaction; increase focus and can help with movement and balance.
HOW OFTEN ARE SESSIONS?
Sessions are usually arranged on a weekly basis. The core of the music therapy process is the developing relationship between the child and the therapist. For the relationship to grow and develop, it is vital that both child and parents make a commitment to attend the sessions regularly. Missed sessions can affect the child’s trust and ability to respond freely and disrupt the therapeutic process.
WHO CAN REFER?
Individual clients, parents/carers of individual clients, social services, hospitals, resource centres, community groups, treatment centres, schools, teachers, doctors, psychologists, psychiatrist, speech therapists and health visitors.
HOW DO I REFER?
Contact the Otakar Kraus Music Trust via letter, telephone, fax or email. See our Find Us page for details. All communications will remain confidential.
