In this episode, we are speaking with Miya Adout about the evolution of her company, along with learning more about the newly launched, Creative Care Club. Miya also gives us a glimpse into her hopes for the future of integrating creativity and the arts into healthcare in Canada. Here is a little more about Miya:Miya Adout is a Canadian music therapist and founder of MIYA Creative Care, an organization dedicated to integrating music and creative arts therapies into dementia care, mental health, and community settings across Ontario. With over 10 years of experience, Miya is passionate about using creativity to foster connection, meaning, and emotional well-being for older adults, caregivers, and care teams. She is also the founder of CreativePsych.ca, an online psychotherapy practice offering creative therapy supports for children, teens, adults, and families. Miya frequently presents on topics related to aging, dementia care and the role of creativity in health and wellness.Beyond the Studio, Sing it Girls and the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast were founded by Adrienne Pringle and Cathy Thompson.Sing it Girls program InformationAdrienne is a Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Music Therapist with over years of clinical experience working as a music therapist in hospital palliative care, and hospice. She currently works in private practice with Beyond the Studio and CHM Therapy, as an educator and supervisor with Concordia and Wilfrid Laurier Universities. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Canadian Music Therapy Fund and is a past President of the Canadian Association of Music Therapists. Adrienne co-founded Beyond the Studio, Sing it Girls! and The Canadian Music Therapy Podcast with Cathy Thompson in 2013. Adrienne's clinical work is focused in mental health, wellness care, bereavement support, hospice palliative care, chronic illness, and using voice, song and music to support emotional and physical health across the lifespan. She created the Singing Well bereavement support group, her research in collaboration with Concordia university is published in the Summer 2018 issue of Bereavement Care. Her most recent publication, "Reflections on the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast: The First 40," can be found in the Canadian Journal of Music Therapy, 2023. Contact Adrienne for SupervisionCathy is a leader in business development across Canada. She is passionate about helping people discover their own talents and gifts in the areas of personal and professional development. She partnered with Adrienne to establish Beyond the Studio because of the vision of the organization. To nurture a love of music in all clients and students. Music is such a critical part of our world and Beyond the Studio offers a gateway in which people can experience more of it, through therapy and lessons. She has seen firsthand the joy and milestones that can be reached through music therapy.I'm excited that we can help more people through our psychotherapy services launched in the fall of 2023.Author of:The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground UpBuy Now!Publications:"Reflections on the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast: The First 40," can be found in the Canadian Journal of Music Therapy, 2023.  Thompson, C., Girls Talk : An anti-stigma program for youngwomen to promote understanding of and awareness about depression: Facilitator’s manual, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. CanadaContact Cathy for business development 

In this episode, we are speaking with Aprajita, Madi and Rhonda about their experiences as new graduates of their music therapy programs. We’ll get a deeper understanding of why they decided to become music therapists along with their individual words of wisdom for new grads based on their lived experiences.Here is a little more about our guests:Aprajita Saxena is a certified music therapist with a MA in Music Therapy from Concordia University. She specializes in offering personalized and culturally sensitive music therapy services to children, youth, and older adults with varying health needs, with her practice grounded in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) principles. Her clinical experience spans mental health, wellness, and neurorehabilitation, where she takes a human-centered approach to support individuals in reaching their holistic goals. Drawing on both Western music therapy training and her foundation in Indian classical music, Aprajita is passionate about exploring music’s role in fostering emotional regulation, relaxation, and wellbeing across diverse cultural contexts.Madi Trupp has a Bachelor of Arts in Vocal Music and completed their Master of Music Therapy at Wilfrid Laurier University in 2024. They are dual qualified as a Board Certified Music Therapist/Certified Music Therapist and Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). Madi uses a client centered and resource-oriented approach to music therapy, working collaboratively with clients to build up internal and external resources to improve overall quality of life. They have experience working with both independent clients and groups across populations including long term, palliative & hospice care, supportive housing, adolescents, The autistic community and the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Madi is an advocate for trans rights and offers gender affirming care. Madi has 3 cats and is an avid reader, D&D player and video gamer.Rhonda Hanson: Music Therapy as a second career opened up a vast world of human connections and healing through music for Rhonda. Before becoming a Music Therapist, she spent over twenty years teaching in public school systems in Nova Scotia and Ontario. Rhonda is the owner of Set the Tone for the Love of Music, a private Music Therapy/Education practice in Halifax. Besides music, the therapeutic relationships created through Music Therapy are what truly light up her soul. She works with a wide variety of populations including; seniors living in long term care, people with developmental disabilities and youth/adults to support mental health and well-being.Beyond the Studio, Sing it Girls and the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast were founded by Adrienne Pringle and Cathy Thompson.Sing it Girls program InformationAdrienne is a Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Music Therapist with over years of clinical experience working as a music therapist in hospital palliative care, and hospice. She currently works in private practice with Beyond the Studio and CHM Therapy, as an educator and supervisor with Concordia and Wilfrid Laurier Universities. Contact Adrienne for SupervisionCathy is a leader in business development across Canada. She is passionate about helping people discover their own talents and gifts in the areas of personal and professional development. She partnered with Adrienne to establish Beyond the Studio because of the vision of the organization. Author of: The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground UpBuy Now!Publications:"Reflections on the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast: The First 40," can be found in the Canadian Journal of Music Therapy, 2023.   Thompson, C., Girls Talk : An anti-stigma program for youngwomen to promote understanding of and awareness about depression: Facilitator’s manual, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. CanadaContact Cathy for business development

In this episode, we are speaking with Rachel, Kelly-Anne, Alexa and Kimberly from the Inspiration Symposium that will be taking place in October 2026 for music therapists in Perth, ON. They will share more about what the symposium is about and what participants will experience over the three-day event.Here is a little more about our guests:Rachel Ntambwe:Rachel is a certified music therapist with over 20 years of experience working in special needs classrooms, long term care facilities, and group homes for adults. Rachel presented on her clinical work and the field of music therapy at MTAO conferences, the CAMT conference, and various organizations including the Ottawa Hospital and the University of Ottawa. She is an internship supervisor and a practicum placement supervisor at Acadia University. Rachel provides music therapy and spiritual care for residents living in long term care facilities and group homes as part of her practice.Kelly-Anne Vander Meer:Kelly-Anne is a multi-passionate mental health professional: a certified music therapist (since 2013), crisis counsellor, and meditation instructor. Lately, she has felt a pull to rekindle the passion that started it all – music therapy. The Inspiration Symposium is a way of reconnecting with our amazing music therapy community and re-igniting music therapy in practice. It’s an honour to contribute to this very special event.Alexa Munroe Choquette:Alexa is an Accredited Music Therapist and Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in the Ottawa, Ontario area. She works with Find Your Voice Music Therapy in many roles as a contractor, team clinical lead, and music therapy internship supervisor. She primarily works with complex mental health and the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.Kimberly Dolan:Kimberly is a Certified Music Therapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), and Holistic Wellness Advocate based in Kingston, Ontario. She is the co-founder of Synergy Music Therapy & Wellness Services where she works with folks from all walks of life, and an outreach worker supporting individuals navigating homelessness, addiction, and mental health challenges. With a background in psychology (BA) and a Master of Music Therapy (MMT) from Wilfrid Laurier University, Kimberly brings experience from diverse settings — including forensic mental health, developmental and neurological care, and community outreach. Her approach is grounded in social justice, compassion, and creative collaboration, and she believes deeply that everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilled and well life. Community is a central theme for Kimberly and she is passionate about connecting and being in music and story in brave and inclusive spaces to process, explore, express, witness, and thrive! Beyond the Studio, Sing it Girls and the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast were founded by Adrienne Pringle and Cathy Thompson.Sing it Girls program InformationAdrienne is a Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Music Therapist with over years of clinical experience working as a music therapist in hospital palliative care, and hospice. She currently works in private practice with Beyond the Studio and CHM Therapy, as an educator and supervisor with Concordia and Wilfrid Laurier Universities. Contact Adrienne for SupervisionCathy is a leader in business development across Canada. She is passionate about helping people discover their own talents and gifts in the areas of personal and professional development. Author of:The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground UpBuy Now!Publications:"Reflections on the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast: The First 40," can be found in the Canadian Journal of Music Therapy, 2023.   Thompson, C., Girls Talk : An anti-stigma program for youngwomen to promote understanding of and awareness about depression: Facilitator’s manual, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. CanadaContact Cathy for business development 

Nous discutons avec Guylaine Vaillancourt de son parcours en musicothérapie et en Musique et imagerie guidée, également connue sous le nom de GIM. Guylaine partage également quelques vignettes sur son expérience de l'utilisation du GIM en oncologie et en soins palliatifs. Enfin, elle nous en dit plus sur sa vision de la manière dont nous pouvons soutenir une nouvelle génération de musicothérapeutes et sur l'importance de la recherche. Voici quelques informations supplémentaires sur Guylaine :Guylaine Vaillancourt, Ph.D., est professeure émérite à l'Université Concordia dans les programmes d'études supérieures en musicothérapie et est musicothérapeute certifiée (MTA). Titulaire d'une maîtrise en musicothérapie de l'université de New York et d'un doctorat en leadership et changements dans la profession de l'université d'Antioch (Ohio, États-Unis), elle s'intéresse au mentorat des apprentis musicothérapeutes, à la justice sociale par le biais de la musicothérapie communautaire, à la recherche-action participative et fondée sur les arts. Musicothérapeute depuis plus de 35 ans, elle s'est spécialisée dans l'oncologie/ soins palliatifs et la santé mentale. Elle a été présidente de l'Association québécoise de musicothérapie et de l'Association canadienne des musicothérapeutes. Elle a été rédactrice en chef pour l'Amérique du Nord de la revue en ligne VOICES : A World Forum for Music Therapy et co-rédactrice en chef francophone de la Revue canadienne de musicothérapie. Elle est membre du conseil d'administration du Centre Arts et santé de Concordia et du Centre des arts dans le développement humain de Concordia. Elle a publié le livre Musique, musicothérapie et développement de l'enfant. Buy : https://www.editions-chu-sainte-justine.org/livres/music-music-therapy-and-child-development-245.htmlBeyond the Studio, Sing it Girls and the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast were founded by Adrienne Pringle and Cathy ThompsonSing it Girls program InformationAdrienne is a Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Music Therapist with over years of clinical experience working as a music therapist in hospital palliative care, and hospice. She currently works in private practice with Beyond the Studio and CHM Therapy, as an educator and supervisor with Concordia and Wilfrid Laurier Universities. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Canadian Music Therapy Fund and is a past President of the Canadian Association of Music Therapists. She created the Singing Well bereavement support group, her research in collaboration with Concordia university is published in the Summer 2018 issue of Bereavement Care. Her most recent publication, "Reflections on the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast: The First 40," can be found in the Canadian Journal of Music Therapy, 2023. Contact Adrienne for SupervisionCathy is a leader in business development across Canada. She is passionate about helping people discover their own talents and gifts in the areas of personal and professional development. She partnered with Adrienne to establish Beyond the Studio because of the vision of the organization. To nurture a love of music in all clients and students. Music is such a critical part of our world and Beyond the Studio offers a gateway in which people can experience more of it, through therapy and lessons. She has seen firsthand the joy and milestones that can be reached through music therapy.Author of:The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground UpBuy Now!Publications:"Reflections on the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast: The First 40," can be found in the Canadian Journal of Music Therapy, 2023.  Thompson, C., Girls Talk : An anti-stigma program for youngwomen to promote understanding of and awareness about depression: Facilitator’s manual, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. CanadaContact Cathy for business development 

In this episode we are speaking with Guylaine Vaillancourt about her journey into music therapy and Guided Imagery and Music, otherwise known as GIM. Guylaine also shares some vignettes about her experience using GIM in oncology and palliative care. Finally, she tells us more about her perspective on how we can support a new generation of music therapists and the importance of research. Here is a little more about Guylaine:Guylaine Vaillancourt, Ph.D., is Professor Emerita at Concordia University in the graduate programs in music therapy and a Certified Music Therapist (MTA). Holding a master’s degree in music therapy from New York University and a doctorate in Leadership and Changes in the Profession from Antioch University (Ohio, USA), her interests relate to mentoring apprentice music therapists, social justice through community music therapy, arts-based and participatory action research. A music therapist for over 35 years, she has specialized in oncology/palliative care and mental health. She has served as president of the Quebec Association of Music Therapy and the Canadian Association of Music Therapists. She was the North American editor for the online journal VOICES: A World Forum for Music Therapy and a French-language co-editor for the Canadian Journal of Music Therapy. She is a board member of Concordia Arts and Health Centre and Concordia Centre for the Arts in Human Development. She published the book Musique, musicothérapie et développement de l’enfant,Buy : https://www.editions-chu-sainte-justine.org/livres/music-music-therapy-and-child-development-245.htmlBeyond the Studio, Sing it Girls and the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast were founded by Adrienne Pringle and Cathy ThompsonSing it Girls program InformationAdrienne is a Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Music Therapist with over years of clinical experience working as a music therapist in hospital palliative care, and hospice. She currently works in private practice with Beyond the Studio and CHM Therapy, as an educator and supervisor with Concordia and Wilfrid Laurier Universities. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Canadian Music Therapy Fund and is a past President of the Canadian Association of Music Therapists. Adrienne's clinical work is focused in mental health, wellness care, bereavement support, hospice palliative care, chronic illness, and using voice, song and music to support emotional and physical health across the lifespan. She created the Singing Well bereavement support group, her research in collaboration with Concordia university is published in the Summer 2018 issue of Bereavement Care. Her most recent publication, "Reflections on the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast: The First 40," can be found in the Canadian Journal of Music Therapy, 2023. Contact Adrienne for SupervisionCathy is a leader in business development across Canada. She is passionate about helping people discover their own talents and gifts in the areas of personal and professional development. She partnered with Adrienne to establish Beyond the Studio because of the vision of the organization. To nurture a love of music in all clients and students. Music is such a critical part of our world and Beyond the Studio offers a gateway in which people can experience more of it, through therapy and lessons. She has seen firsthand the joy and milestones that can be reached through music therapy.Author of:The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground UpBuy Now!Publications:"Reflections on the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast: The First 40," can be found in the Canadian Journal of Music Therapy, 2023.  Thompson, C., Girls Talk : An anti-stigma program for youngwomen to promote understanding of and awareness about depression: Facilitator’s manual, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. CanadaContact Cathy for businessdevelopment 

In this episode we are speaking with Victoria Di Giovanni about her Blue album and her creative process in writing the songs. She also shares more about her creative and PhD work and how that has influenced how she works with families and individuals in hospice care. Finally, we wrap up with Victoria suggesting ways for us to engage with the Blue album in times of loss. Here is a little more about Victoria:Victoria Di Giovanni is a music therapist and grief counsellor working in hospice care. She is a PhD student researching the role of music creation in bereavement and how personalized musical experiences can support grief processing. Alongside her clinical and academic work, Victoria is a professional songwriter and audio engineer under the pseudonym, SH3, using music as both a therapeutic and creative practice.The Blue Album: https://www.sh3official.com/  Beyond the Studio, Sing it Girls and the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast were founded by Adrienne Pringle and Cathy Thompson.Sing it Girls program InformationAdrienne is a Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Music Therapist with over years of clinical experience working as a music therapist in hospital palliative care, and hospice. She currently works in private practice with Beyond the Studio and CHM Therapy, as an educator and supervisor with Concordia and Wilfrid Laurier Universities. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Canadian Music Therapy Fund and is a past President of the Canadian Association of Music Therapists. Adrienne co-founded Beyond the Studio, Sing it Girls! and The Canadian Music Therapy Podcast with Cathy Thompson in 2013. Adrienne's clinical work is focused in mental health, wellness care, bereavement support, hospice palliative care, chronic illness, and using voice, song and music to support emotional and physical health across the lifespan. She created the Singing Well bereavement support group, her research in collaboration with Concordia university is published in the Summer 2018 issue of Bereavement Care. Her most recent publication, "Reflections on the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast: The First 40," can be found in the Canadian Journal of Music Therapy, 2023. Contact Adrienne for SupervisionCathy is a leader in business development across Canada. She is passionate about helping people discover their own talents and gifts in the areas of personal and professional development. She partnered with Adrienne to establish Beyond the Studio because of the vision of the organization. To nurture a love of music in all clients and students. Music is such a critical part of our world and Beyond the Studio offers a gateway in which people can experience more of it, through therapy and lessons. She has seen firsthand the joy and milestones that can be reached through music therapy.I'm excited that we can help more people through our psychotherapy services launched in the fall of 2023.Author of: The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground UpBuy Now!Publications:"Reflections on the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast: The First 40," can be found in the Canadian Journal of Music Therapy, 2023.   Thompson, C., Girls Talk : An anti-stigma program for youngwomen to promote understanding of and awareness about depression: Facilitator’s manual, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. CanadaContact Cathy for business development 

In this episode, Hélène tells us more about her work at a social paediatric centre in Montreal and her role as the music therapist on this dynamic team. As a result of Hélène’s curiosity and background in the arts along with family ties to psychoanalysis, she shares her journey towards becoming a music therapist with us. Finally, lets us into her vision for the field of music therapy in terms of public recognition as health care professionals.Here is a little more about Helene:Hélène Century has been practicing Music Therapy for over 20 years in various settings and with many types of clients. She started working with children with severe developmental issues, then began focusing on mental health, but she continues working with the elderly, children, and even babies in neonatalogy, in institutions, or community centres. Helene presently works at the Paediatric social center of Ville St Laurent (Montréal). In her Artist Residencies, she uses her expertise to facilitate group cohesion dynamics leading to meaningful, positive experiences for each individual as well as the group. Helene also has a private practice at her office and can travel to the client’s home or provide sessions remotely. Helene was born in France where after her studies in Art and Music, she started a career as a singer as well as a Classical Singer under the name Helene Engel ( https://helene-engel.com/en/home). She has recorded 6 albums.Beyond the Studio, Sing it Girls and the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast were founded by Adrienne Pringle and Cathy Thompson.Sing it Girls program InformationAdrienne is a Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Music Therapist with over years of clinical experience working as a music therapist in hospital palliative care, and hospice. She currently works in private practice with Beyond the Studio and CHM Therapy, as an educator and supervisor with Concordia and Wilfrid Laurier Universities. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Canadian Music Therapy Fund and is a past President of the Canadian Association of Music Therapists. Adrienne co-founded Beyond the Studio, Sing it Girls! and The Canadian Music Therapy Podcast with Cathy Thompson in 2013. Adrienne's clinical work is focused in mental health, wellness care, bereavement support, hospice palliative care, chronic illness, and using voice, song and music to support emotional and physical health across the lifespan. She created the Singing Well bereavement support group, her research in collaboration with Concordia university is published in the Summer 2018 issue of Bereavement Care. Her most recent publication, "Reflections on the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast: The First 40," can be found in the Canadian Journal of Music Therapy, 2023. Contact Adrienne for SupervisionCathy is a leader in business development across Canada. She is passionate about helping people discover their own talents and gifts in the areas of personal and professional development. She partnered with Adrienne to establish Beyond the Studio because of the vision of the organization. To nurture a love of music in all clients and students. Music is such a critical part of our world and Beyond the Studio offers a gateway in which people can experience more of it, through therapy and lessons. She has seen firsthand the joy and milestones that can be reached through music therapy.I'm excited that we can help more people through our psychotherapy services launched in the fall of 2023.Author of:The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground UpBuy Now!Publications:"Reflections on the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast: The First 40," can be found in the Canadian Journal of Music Therapy, 2023.  Thompson, C., Girls Talk : An anti-stigma program for youngwomen to promote understanding of and awareness about depression: Facilitator’s manual, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. CanadaContact Cathy for business development

In this episode we are speaking with Taylor Kurta about her work in the field of dementia care. She talks to us about her unique approach to dementia care as a songwriter along with collaborative songwriting as a way to challenge stigma.Here is a little more about Taylor:Taylor Kurta is an award-winning singer-songwriter, certified music therapist (MTA), and PhD candidate in the Aging, Health, and Well-being program at the University of Waterloo. Her research focuses on collaborative songwriting with people living with dementia, amplifying their voices and challenging stigma through creative expression. This work culminated in the short film Wisdom and Respect. As Head of Learning & Professional Development at Miya Creative Care, Taylor designs resources and training that help care teams integrate creative arts into their practice. She also teaches at the University of Toronto Scarborough, focusing on music, health, and inclusive approaches to care.Beyond the Studio, Sing it Girls and the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast were founded by Adrienne Pringle and Cathy Thompson.Sing it Girls program InformationAdrienne is a Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Music Therapist with over years of clinical experience working as a music therapist in hospital palliative care, and hospice. She currently works in private practice with Beyond the Studio and CHM Therapy, as an educator and supervisor with Concordia and Wilfrid Laurier Universities. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Canadian Music Therapy Fund and is a past President of the Canadian Association of Music Therapists. Adrienne co-founded Beyond the Studio, Sing it Girls! and The Canadian Music Therapy Podcast with Cathy Thompson in 2013. Adrienne's clinical work is focused in mental health, wellness care, bereavement support, hospice palliative care, chronic illness, and using voice, song and music to support emotional and physical health across the lifespan. She created the Singing Well bereavement support group, her research in collaboration with Concordia university is published in the Summer 2018 issue of Bereavement Care. Her most recent publication, "Reflections on the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast: The First 40," can be found in the Canadian Journal of Music Therapy, 2023. Contact Adrienne for SupervisionCathy is a leader in business development across Canada. She is passionate about helping people discover their own talents and gifts in the areas of personal and professional development. She partnered with Adrienne to establish Beyond the Studio because of the vision of the organization. To nurture a love of music in all clients and students. Music is such a critical part of our world and Beyond the Studio offers a gateway in which people can experience more of it, through therapy and lessons. She has seen firsthand the joy and milestones that can be reached through music therapy.I'm excited that we can help more people through our psychotherapy services launched in the fall of 2023.Author of:The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground UpBuy Now!Publications:"Reflections on the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast: The First 40," can be found in the Canadian Journal of Music Therapy, 2023.  Thompson, C., Girls Talk : An anti-stigma program for youngwomen to promote understanding of and awareness about depression: Facilitator’s manual, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. Canada.Contact Cathy for business development 

In this episode we are speaking with Aksana Kavaliova-Moussi about her work in EMDR, which is the therapeutic treatment modality of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, along with her global involvement in music therapy. Aksana also shares her journey to becoming a music therapist. Here is a little more about Aksana:Aksana was born in Belarus and entered the music therapy education as an adult after completing music theory and history and BA in cultural studies degrees. She has a BMT from UofWindsor, Masters’ from Colorado State (music therapy) and Yorkville university (counselling psychology). Aksana was the only music therapist in the Kingdom of Bahrain for 10 years. She works full time as a psychotherapist at the Family Counselling Centre of Niagara, and has a psychotherapy and music therapy private practice, working in the field of mental health (including trauma), neurodiversity and long-term care. She is trained in EMDR, and her doctoral studies focus on EMDR and music. She is also the secretary of the World Federation of Music Therapy, one of the founding directors and a co-chair of the Online Conference for Music Therapy. Beyond the Studio, Sing it Girls and the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast were founded by Adrienne Pringle and Cathy Thompson.Sing it Girls program InformationAdrienne is a Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Music Therapist with over years of clinical experience working as a music therapist in hospital palliative care, and hospice. She currently works in private practice with Beyond the Studio and CHM Therapy, as an educator and supervisor with Concordia and Wilfrid Laurier Universities. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Canadian Music Therapy Fund and is a past President of the Canadian Association of Music Therapists. Adrienne co-founded Beyond the Studio, Sing it Girls! and The Canadian Music Therapy Podcast with Cathy Thompson in 2013. Adrienne's clinical work is focused in mental health, wellness care, bereavement support, hospice palliative care, chronic illness, and using voice, song and music to support emotional and physical health across the lifespan. She created the Singing Well bereavement support group, her research in collaboration with Concordia university is published in the Summer 2018 issue of Bereavement Care. Her most recent publication, "Reflections on the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast: The First 40," can be found in the Canadian Journal of Music Therapy, 2023. Contact Adrienne for SupervisionCathy is a leader in business development across Canada. She is passionate about helping people discover their own talents and gifts in the areas of personal and professional development. She partnered with Adrienne to establish Beyond the Studio because of the vision of the organization. To nurture a love of music in all clients and students. Music is such a critical part of our world and Beyond the Studio offers a gateway in which people can experience more of it, through therapy and lessons. She has seen firsthand the joy and milestones that can be reached through music therapy.I'm excited that we can help more people through our psychotherapy services launched in the fall of 2023.Author of:The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground UpBuy Now!Publications:"Reflections on the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast: The First 40," can be found in the Canadian Journal of Music Therapy, 2023.  Thompson, C., Girls Talk : An anti-stigma program for youngwomen to promote understanding of and awareness about depression: Facilitator’s manual, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. CanadaContact Cathy for business development

In this episode, we are speaking with Heidi Ahonen from Waterloo Ontario. Heidi delves into her work in Group Analytic Music Therapy, sharing with us about how she developed it, the underlying theory behind the therapy along with what a typical session looks like.Here is a little more about Heidi:Dr Heidi Ahonen is professor of music therapy and coordinator of music therapy & community music PhD program at Wilfred Laurier university. As a clinician, Heidi practices music psychotherapy and has developed the group analytic music therapy method. Heidi's research covers a wide range of qualitative, music psychotherapy research and evidence-based music medicine research, e.g., low frequency soundwave-research. She has authored several books, (e.g., Group Analytic Music Therapy 2007, Barcelona Publishers) and has presented in many universities and conferences in Europe and North America.Beyond the Studio, Sing it Girls and the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast were founded by Adrienne Pringle and Cathy Thompson.Sing it Girls program InformationAdrienne is a Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Music Therapist with over years of clinical experience working as a music therapist in hospital palliative care, and hospice. She currently works in private practice with Beyond the Studio and CHM Therapy, as an educator and supervisor with Concordia and Wilfrid Laurier Universities. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Canadian Music Therapy Fund and is a past President of the Canadian Association of Music Therapists. Adrienne co-founded Beyond the Studio, Sing it Girls! and The Canadian Music Therapy Podcast with Cathy Thompson in 2013. Adrienne's clinical work is focused in mental health, wellness care, bereavement support, hospice palliative care, chronic illness, and using voice, song and music to support emotional and physical health across the lifespan. She created the Singing Well bereavement support group, her research in collaboration with Concordia university is published in the Summer 2018 issue of Bereavement Care. Her most recent publication, "Reflections on the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast: The First 40," can be found in the Canadian Journal of Music Therapy, 2023. Contact Adrienne for SupervisionCathy is a leader in business development across Canada. She is passionate about helping people discover their own talents and gifts in the areas of personal and professional development. She partnered with Adrienne to establish Beyond the Studio because of the vision of the organization. To nurture a love of music in all clients and students. Music is such a critical part of our world and Beyond the Studio offers a gateway in which people can experience more of it, through therapy and lessons. She has seen firsthand the joy and milestones that can be reached through music therapy.I'm excited that we can help more people through our psychotherapy services launched in the fall of 2023.Author of:The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground UpBuy Now!Publications:"Reflections on the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast: The First 40," can be found in the Canadian Journal of Music Therapy, 2023.   Thompson, C., Girls Talk : An anti-stigma program for young women to promote understanding of and awareness about depression: Facilitator’s manual, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. CanadaContact Cathy for business development