Music Therapy & Adolescents

Here is an example of an abbreviated session with adolescents. I have been working with adolescents at the Loma Linda University Behavioral Health Institute who are in the Intensive Outpatient Program. (Due to confidentiality, I am unable to post videos from actual sessions.) Music therapy is a powerful tool for increasing self-expression, decreasing depression and anxiety, and reinforcing positive coping skills for people struggling with mental health challenges.

Legacy Project

While doing my Music Therapy Internship with Seasons Hospice, I had the privilege of working with numerous patients in an individualized setting. One of my favorite things to work on with patients is legacy projects. In working with Stanley, we decided to perform a harmonica and guitar recital for the residents at his board and care facility. He also invited family members, and his daughter-in-law traveled over 50 miles to attend the performance.

It was a meaningful day for Stanley, and his family members are grateful to have this record of his joy for life. Thank you to his son, David, for allowing me to share this video, and thank you to Mark Leonard Imaging for producing the video!