Music Therapy at CMCB
For more than 50 years, we have been making music alongside children, adults, and seniors at our South End campus and at partner programs throughout Boston. Through a client-centered approach, we focus on helping participants empower themselves and use music to meet a variety of life goals.
Learn more about our Music Therapy offerings by clicking below, which include:
- Individual sessions with a Board-Certified Music Therapist at our South End campus
- Group sessions in partnership with social services agencies throughout Boston
- Workforce training through paid Music Therapy internships at CMCB, which provide training en route to Board Certification
Individual Sessions
Individual sessions are tailored to meet the needs of each participant. Our participants develop their life skills by exploring music through percussion, songwriting, piano, movement, guitar, creative improvisation, music technology and their own voice.
Group Sessions
Group sessions allow participants to belong to a community that highlights their abilities and encourages their contributions. Through activities such as songwriting, percussion circles, song discussion, and group improvisation, members build positive peer relationships and social skills.
Music Therapy Internships at CMCB
Our innovative arts and health programs, which helps credential Music Therapy internists in training en route to their board certification.
“Since Laura has autism and does not speak, this love of music allows her to interact with others in a positive, joyful way”
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Interested in learning more about the Music Therapy program? Contact Rachel Chao, Director of Programming, Community Engagement.