Resources & references

Air Force veteran Christopher Smith shares how music therapy helped him deal with the anxiety of almost losing his eyesight. Through drumming and singing, he found a way of coping with PTSD.

This article examines the use of the non-verbal voice in music therapy with children with severe learning disabilities, complex needs and autism. Recent literature on the use of the voice in music therapy is summarised and links are made between the aims of music therapy and those of special educational establishments. Theories regarding the voice and the self, and the important connection between body awareness and emotion as precursors to learning are referred to, particularly in relation to learning disability.

 Open Access peer reviewed journal that invites interdisciplinary dialogue and discussion about music, health, and social change. This publication encourages participation from every continent and will nurture the development of discussion and debate.

Watch Trish MacAulay, a certified music therapist, lead a group music therapy session for veterans. Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, the group aimed to enhance social interaction and improve wellbeing.

Click here to learn more about how music therapy can improve veterans's quality of life.

 Children with autism have historically received individual music therapy sessions; however they can also benefit from small group work where they can have a shared musical experience.

This article describes the experience of a registered music therapist who offered music therapy services to an older adult with early onset dementia. It provides clinical examples of what music therapy is and how it can improve the quality of life of older adults.

Read about Wilfrid Laurier University's Bachelor of Arts (BA) and Master (MMT) degree programs in music therapy

Read about Wilfrid Laurier University PhD program in music (music therapy option).

 The World Federation of Music Therapy (WFMT) is an international non-for-profit organization bringing together music therapy associations and individuals interested in developing and promoting music therapy globally through the exchange of information, collaboration among professionals, and actions. Founded in 1985 in Genoa, Italy, it is the only worldwide professional organization representing music therapy in many areas of the world. The members of the Federation are music therapy organizations, training programs, certified music therapists, music therapy students, and individuals associated with music therapy. WFMT is an international body, with officers, commissioners, and regional liaisons in all regions of the world.