Music therapy uses music and sound to help children express feelings, process experiences and build emotional wellbeing.
It can be particularly powerful for children who find it difficult to communicate what they are thinking or feeling through words.
Through playing instruments, improvising, singing, songwriting or listening to music, children can explore emotions safely alongside a trained therapist. The therapist responds to what the child brings, using music to build connection, develop trust and support therapeutic change.
Music therapy can help children manage difficult emotions, reduce anxiety, build confidence and self-esteem, strengthen relationships and develop new ways of communicating and coping. No musical ability or experience is needed.