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​What is Music Therapy?

Music Therapy Frequently Asked Questions

Music Therapy is an established allied health profession that utilizes clinical, evidence-based, and relationship-focused  music experiences to help meet physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and spiritual needs of an individual.

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What is a Board Certified Music Therapist?

  • Music Therapists complete an accredited, college or university-affiliated program at a Bachelor’s level or higher, which includes 1200 hours of clinical training and a six-month internship

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  • Music Therapists are musicians with extensive knowledge in child development, aging, medicine, psychology,  counseling, and research

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  • Music Therapists pass a nationally-administered board certification exam to receive the credential MT-BC (Music Therapist-Board Certified)

Exploring Music Therapy: What Do Music Therapy Experiences Look Like?

  • Receptive, such as engaging a client in active music listening to encourage emotion regulation.

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  • Active, such as singing, playing instruments, or moving to music to encourage physical control, social reciprocity, and self-expression.

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  • Improvisational, such as simultaneous and extemporaneous music making to encourage nonverbal support and emotional release.

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  • Compositional, such as supporting a client through song writing to assist with emotional processing.

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What types of sessions does Annapolis Music Therapy provide?

  • Individual, Group, and Community-based Sessions at 30, 45, or 60 minutes

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  • Music lessons in guitar, piano, or voice at 30, 45, or 60 minutes

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  • Community-based and inclusive programs for individuals across the lifespan

How can I pay for music therapy services?

Most of our clients use private pay options for sessions, as we do not accept insurance at this time. We can provide a SuperBill that clients can submit for reimbursement. If you have any questions regarding payment options, please contact Cierra Church, our billing manager, at billing@annapolismusictherapy.com.

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  • We also accept grant & state funding, which includes (but is not limited to)

  • LISS Funding

  • Bowen Foundation

  • RISE for Autism

  • The Arc Family Fund

  • Shared Horizons Fund

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Would you like to learn more about music therapy?

Feel free to contact us anytime, and visit the following resources: 

Address

Contact

2568A Riva Road 

Annapolis MD 201401

Suite 103

410.697.1812

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Opening Hours

Mon - Fri

7:00 am – 7:00 pm

Saturday

9:00 am – 4:00 pm

​Sunday

currently unavailable

Hours may vary according to Therapist's schedules

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