Music Therapy: Principles of Self Care

In this course, learn from an experienced music therapist while you explore various music experiences, such as intentional listening, exercise, dance, songwriting, creating art, and instrument playing. Discover how deepening your personal relationship with music can benefit your overall health and well-being, by learning the theory and trying the experiences for yourself. No musical training or expertise required!

Rachelle Norman, MA, MT-BC is the founder of Soundscaping Source, a music therapy clinical practice and consulting agency in the United States. Rachelle has her bachelor and master degrees in music therapy and has been in clinical practice as a music therapist since 2004. Rachelle is on the faculty of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, is a frequent presenter at regional and national music therapy conferences, and is in demand as a speaker, consultant, and staff trainer on topics related to music and eldercare.

This course is ideal for anyone who wants to learn about music therapy and how to use it to reduce negative thinking an enhance personal wellbeing. No musical training or expertise is required and you can discover how deepening your personal relationship with music can benefit your overall health and well-being, by learning the theory and trying the experiences for yourself you become more relaxed, motivated, creative, and playful.