Music Therapy is both a science and an art. It is the use of sounds and music to support and develop an individual’s physical, mental, social and emotional well-being. A relationship between the Therapist and client evolves over time through their involvement in music. Most of us respond to music, even when ill, injured or disabled. Even people who find it difficulty to communicate tend to be affected by music and can express themselves through it.

Health Care Professionals and Carers are increasingly aware of the sometimes dramatic improvements brought about by Music Therapy for people of all ages with wide ranging needs. It can benefit children and adults with physical, mental, emotional and language problems such as autism, cerebral palsy or depression. Recent research has shown that Music Therapy can increase vocal activity; attention and social interaction; help organisation of movements; aid relaxation; release tension and improve mood.

Music Therapy is a State registered Profession

Who benefits?

Music Therapy can help children and adults:

• With learning problems
• With major communication problems
• With visual or hearing problems
• With neurological problems
• Living with the diagnosis of HIV or AIDS
• Living with the diagnosis of cancer
• Who have offended
• Coping with high levels of stress
• With alcohol or drug dependency

Acknowledgement
The above quotations are extracts from the MusicSpace Trust leaflet by kind permission of Professor Leslie Bunt.
Music Therapy is now a State Registered Profession with in the Council of Professions Supplementary to Medicine.