Neurodivergence and Self-Awareness in Music Therapy

Canadian Music Therapy

In this episode, we welcome Melody Owen from Vancouver British Columbia. Melody speaks with us about what neurodivergent means and how music therapy is essential for expression and awareness of self. Melody also shares about her current projects and how they are woven into her music therapy practice.

Here is a little more about Melody:

Melody is a neurodivergent music therapist and GIM fellow working in Vancouver, BC. She received her Bachelors of Music Therapy at Capilano University and her GIM certification from the Inner Journey with GIM program. She primarily works with children and youth in a variety of community settings in Vancouver and Squamish as well as is the owner of Sing It Girls East Vancouver. Her company, Music With Melody provides music therapy services for children with extra needs and the families who support them and is a part of STEPS BC clinic, a collaborative space where families can create a team of professionals to support their child's needs. Melody continues to grow her GIM practice and is curious about the relationship between music and our spiritual well-being.

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