Able Voice Podcast: Recent Episodes
Synergy Music Therapy & Wellness Services
Welcome to the Able Voice Podcast with certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann and Kimberly Dolan. Here your voice is more than a melody! We aim to plant seeds and shed light on the growing field of clinical music therapy. Join us in meaningful conversations about being a music therapist in todays society.
Let's recap a few of our favourite moments from season 5! In episodes 1 and 2 we spoke with Daiva Zemaitis & Santina Hughes. Both incredible conversations in their own right with lots of fun takeaways and thought-points.
You get to hear our thoughts in this minisode, but we want to hear from you! Let us know your Season 5 takeaways by leaving a review on our podcast channel OR connecting with us on social media. :)
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Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@ablevoicepodcast or @synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. We release new episodes every other Sunday between the end of January and end of August.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
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The Able Voice Podcast (@ablevoicepodcast) is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Kim Best is a music therapist in Rochester, NY. With her private practice, she works with older adults with dementia and their caregivers, patients at the end of life on hospice, and those with mental health challenges. She supervises music therapy students at local universities and presides over the newly forming New York State Association for Music Therapy. Kim enjoys networking, development, and supporting new professionals. She loves having honest conversations, writing creatively, and jumping into new craft projects.
Find Kim’s resources here:
- Website: kimbest.com
- Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/not-your-average-music-therapist/id1538688299
- Instagram: @kimberlyjanebest
--Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@ablevoicepodcast or @synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. We release new episodes every other Sunday between the end of January and end of August.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Shiann Melville is a US-trained, board-certified music therapist in Tobago and the founder of Harmonies & Healing Music Therapy and Mental Health Services. Shiann has worked extensively with children and adults with disabilities in Tobago, having established her presence in special education schools and centres across Trinidad & Tobago.
In our chat with Shiann we learn about her journey from studying music therapy to beginning her own practice as the only music therapist on the island of Tobago.
Shiann's Links:
- @harmoniesandhealing across all socials
- LinkedIN: http://linkedin.com/in/shiann-melville-m-s-mt-bc-a507a0150
--Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@ablevoicepodcast or @synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. We release new episodes every other Sunday between the end of January and end of August.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Miya Adout, MA, MTA, is the founder and director of Miya Creative Care, which consists of over 25 Creative Arts Therapists who provide services to long-term care homes, hospices, mental health, and education centres across Ontario.
In our chat with the always enlightening Miya Adout, she shared how her business has expanded, balancing new ventures with other commitments, and the cornerstone of collaboration in her work.
Miya's Links:
- www.miyacreativecare.com
- @miyacreativecare on all socials
--Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@ablevoicepodcast or @synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. We release new episodes every other Sunday between the end of January and end of August.AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
In our conversation with the wonderful Jennifer Hicks we delve into how she centres herself with music, sustainable self-care practices and learning to live in the AND.
Jennifer's Links
- Website:https://joyfulnoisesllc.com/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joyfulnoisesllc
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfulnoisesllc/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joyfulnoisesllc/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joyfulnoisesllc
Show Notes:
"Patricia Allen (1992) introduced the term clinification in the art therapy literature to describe the transition that happens when we focus more on our clinical creative arts skills and neglect our own relationship with those creative arts. Iliya (2014) and Kunimura (2016) beautifully describe this as the “shift from being a creative arts therapist to a therapist who uses creative arts with clients.” This can happen when we only make or listen to music at or for work. And, this can lead to burnout. It can not only negatively impact our own relationship with music but can also negatively impact the ways that we are able to engage and communicate with the clients in the music (Iliya, 2014)."
Allen, P. B. (1992). Artist-in-residence: An alternative to “clinification” for art therapists. Art Therapy, 9(1), 22-29.
Iliya, Y. (2014). The purpose and importance of personal creativity for creative arts therapists: A brief literature review. Journal of Applied Arts and Health, 5(1), 109-115.
Kunimura, A. (2016). Resilience over burnout: A self-care guide for music therapists [eBook edition]. Ami Kunimura. https://www.selfcareinstitute.com/ebook-music-therapists/
--Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@ablevoicepodcast or @synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. We release new episodes every other Sunday between the end of January and end of August.AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
In this episode, we chat with Jennifer Buchanan, who shares her journey of understanding and exploring new grooves in music, her first introduction to Music Therapy in action and writing her book Wellness Inc. after 20 years in the Music Therapy business. Please enjoy this inspiring and exciting discussion.
Jennifer's Links:
- https://www.jenniferbuchanan.ca/
- https://www.facebook.com/jbmusictherapy
- https://twitter.com/jbmusictherapy
- https://www.instagram.com/jbmusictherapy
- https://www.linkedin.com/company/jb-music-therapy/
JB INC.
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferbuchananinc
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenniferbuchananinc
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferbuchananinc
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/musictherapy--Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@ablevoicepodcast or @synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. We release new episodes every other Sunday between the end of January and end of August.AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
What happens when a BCBA, LCSW, and a couple of certified music therapists get together for a roundtable discussion? Laughter, neuro-spicyness, contraversial conversations, and made up words!
In this episode, with the lovely crew at Coffee and TheraTEA, we discuss boy bands, 90s RnB music, and teenage crushes with a splash of interdisciplinary collaboration. Dive on in and embrace the choas!Listen to the Coffee & TheraTEA podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ecAFUjhFkWOpPIuqnITaD --Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@ablevoicepodcast or @synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. We release new episodes every other Sunday between the end of January and end of August.AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
In our first ever crossover episode, we speak with friend of the show Tricia Caiati, a board certified music therapist (MT-BC) who is also the Care Chronicles podcast host. Tricia gets into how she transitioned from a full time traveling music therapist into a new hybrid role. We also speak about burnout and the way transitions in your practice can foster a more aligned and values-driven work-life. Visit the Care Chronicles podcast for the second part of our conversation.Episode Links: Website: https://care-chronicles.com/ Email: hello@care-chronicles.com Instagram: @care_chronicles Playlist songs: "Brooklyn" by Malinda, "Born for this" by Mayestra, "Butterfly Woman" by Chic Gamine, "Good Day" by Forrest Frank Previous AVP Episode with Tricia: (S3, Ep 6) "I did not plan to get here, but here I am"--Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@ablevoicepodcast or @synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. We release new episodes every other Sunday between the end of January and end of August.AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Cathy Thompson & Adrienne Pringle form the dynamic duo behind Beyond the Classroom, Sing It Girls, the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast, and so much more. Join us as we take a behind the scenes tour of all they have built and their entrepreneurial journeys to date.
Episode Links:
- Website: https://beyondthestudio.ca/
- Email: beyondthestudiomusic@gmail.com
- Instagram: @beyondthestudiomusic
- Playlist songs: "Over the Rainbow" - Eva Cassidy
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Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@ablevoicepodcast or @synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. We release new episodes every other Sunday between the end of January and end of August.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
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The Able Voice Podcast (@ablevoicepodcast) is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Santina Hughes is the founder, owner, and driving force behind Serenity Creative Agency, a dynamic agency committed to empowering business owners and professionals by offering them the creative necessities and expertise needed for success in today's competitive digital landscape.
Episode Links:
- Website: https://www.serenitycreativeagency.com/
- Email: info@serenitycreativeagency.com
- Instagram: @serenitycreativeagency
- Playlist song: "So Will I" by Ben Platt
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Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@ablevoicepodcast or @synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. We release new episodes every other Sunday between the end of January and end of August.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
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The Able Voice Podcast (@ablevoicepodcast) is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Daiva Zemaitis, MTA, MT supervisor, and Reiki practitioner of Harmonia Healing + Music guides music therapists in elevating their energy and confidence. Through teaching energetic tools and self reflection exercises, Daiva helps music therapists thrive in their professional and personal lives. In this episode we talk about Davia’s music therapy influences, her journey to becoming a music therapist, and how she began to use Reiki as a tool within her practice.
Episode Links:
- Website: https://www.harmoniahm.com/
- Email: connect@harmoniahm.com
- Instagram: @harmonia_healing_music
- Previous AVP Episode: "Music Therapy, Reiki, & Social Justice" (Season 1, Ep. 7)
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Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@ablevoicepodcast or @synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. We release new episodes every other Sunday between the end of January and end of August.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
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The Able Voice Podcast (@ablevoicepodcast) is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
This is our final debrief for SEASON 4! In episodes 12 and 13 we spoke with JD about statistics & Dr. Susan Summers, Colleen Kehler, and Kristen DiMarco about Government Regulation. Both incredible conversations in their own right with lots of fun takeaways and thought-points.
You get to hear our thoughts in this minisode, but we want to hear from you! Let us know your Season 4 takeaways by leaving a review on our podcast channel OR connecting with us on social media. :)
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Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@ablevoicepodcast or @synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. We release new episodes every other Sunday between the end of January and end of August.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
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The Able Voice Podcast (@ablevoicepodcast) is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Let's recap a few of our favourite moments from season 4! In episodes 10 and 11 we spoke with Kim Best, Sarah Bell, & the ladies of the Synergy MT team for a two-part REAL TALK. Both incredible conversations in their own right with lots of important takeaways and thought-points.
You get to hear our thoughts in this minisode, but we want to hear from you! Let us know your Season 4 takeaways by leaving a review on our podcast channel OR connecting with us on social media. :)
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Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@ablevoicepodcast or @synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. We release new episodes every other Sunday between the end of January and end of August.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
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The Able Voice Podcast (@ablevoicepodcast) is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Let's recap a few of our favourite moments from season 4! In episodes 8 and 9 we spoke with Dr. Sandi Curtis & welcome back the ladies of the Creative Dementia Collective. Both incredible conversations in their own right with lots of fun takeaways and thought-points.
You get to hear our thoughts in this minisode, but we want to hear from you! Let us know your Season 4 takeaways by leaving a review on our podcast channel OR connecting with us on social media. :)
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Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@ablevoicepodcast or @synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. We release new episodes every other Sunday between the end of January and end of August.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
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The Able Voice Podcast (@ablevoicepodcast) is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Let's recap a few of our favourite moments from season 4! In episodes 6 and 7 we spoke with two members of the Sophie's Place team & Roia Rafieyan, author of "Getting to NO you." Both incredible conversations in their own right with lots of fun takeaways and thought-points.
You get to hear our thoughts in this minisode, but we want to hear from you! Let us know your Season 4 takeaways by leaving a review on our podcast channel OR connecting with us on social media. :)
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Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@ablevoicepodcast or @synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. We release new episodes every other Sunday between the end of January and end of August.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
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The Able Voice Podcast (@ablevoicepodcast) is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Let's recap a few of our favourite moments from season 4! In episodes 4 and 5 we chatted with Katie Zaccardi of the Out To Be Podcast & Rachael Finnerty of Music Therapy Academy. Both incredible conversations in their own right with lots of fun takeaways and thought-points.
You get to hear our thoughts in this minisode, but we want to hear from you! Let us know your Season 4 takeaways by leaving a review on our podcast channel OR connecting with us on social media. :)
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Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@ablevoicepodcast or @synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. We release new episodes every other Sunday between the end of January and end of August.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
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The Able Voice Podcast (@ablevoicepodcast) is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Let's take it back to the start of season 4! In episodes 2 and 3 we chatted with the World Congress of Music Therapy organizers & the ladies of Wellington Music Therapy Services. Both incredible conversations in their own right with lots of fun takeaways and thought-points.
You get to hear our thoughts in this minisode, but we want to hear from you! Let us know your Season 4 takeaways by leaving a review on our podcast channel OR connecting with us on social media. :)
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Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@ablevoicepodcast or @synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. We release new episodes every other Sunday between the end of January and end of August.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
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The Able Voice Podcast (@ablevoicepodcast) is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
In this episode, we get to spend some quality time with the fabulous Hayley Francis Cann (She/Her). Hayley is passionate about lots of things including accessibility, anti-oppressive practice, and finds her clinical passion in working with older adults, children, and in neurologic rehabilitation. She currently provides music therapy services to Bermuda and additionally, Hayley is a presenter, author, and current president of the Canadian Association of Music Therapists.
Hayley has authored and released two Children’s books: one about music therapy, called "Mandy's Mom, The Music Therapist" in hopes of creating a more accessible advocacy tool for the music therapy community & another, titled “Mandy’s Musical Mask,” an e-book detailing this new normal we are all experiencing and learning to tap into creativity along the way.
In everything she does, Hayley aims to provide an authentic experience that is respectful toward all people no matter their age, diagnosis, background, race, religion, or additional social locators.
Episode Links:
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MTAHayley Webpage
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Kelsey O'Connor NC State Commencement Speech '23
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Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@ablevoicepodcast or @synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. We release new episodes every other Sunday between the end of January and end of August.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
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The Able Voice Podcast (@ablevoicepodcast) is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
In this episode, we get to learn a little more about the lovely Kimberly Dolan (She/her) - Certified Music Therapist, Neurologic Music Therapist, and Holistic Wellness Advocate serving Kington, ON and area. Kimberly holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology and Masters of Music Therapy (MMT) from Wilfrid Laurier University and is currently working towards becoming a Registered Psychotherapist.
Kimberly’s main instrument is voice with additional training on guitar and piano. She is passionate about her work within mental health and has clinical experience working within forensic settings, with individuals experiencing depression and anxiety, youth and adults at risk, individuals with developmental delays, seniors with dementia and Alzheimers, individuals who are deaf/blind, ASD, ADHD, and more.
Kimberly believes deeply that everyone deserves to live a fulfilled and healthy life. She is passionate about creating inclusive and supportive spaces in which you can process, explore, express, and thrive!
Episode Links:
- Pursuit 365: https://pursuit365.com/product/shop-the-book-pursuit-365/
- Kimberly's Music: https://linktr.ee/kimberlydolanmusic
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Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@ablevoicepodcast or @synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. We release new episodes every other Sunday between the end of January and end of August.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
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The Able Voice Podcast (@ablevoicepodcast) is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
In this episode we were joined by 3 incredible music therapists with varied experiences in the realm of government regulations across Canada.
Kristen DiMarco, MTA, RP is a certified Music Therapist & Registered Psychotherapist experienced in providing compassionate music-centred psychotherapy in community, hospital, and long term care settings. She is currently the Government Regulation Chair on the board of the Music Therapy Association of Ontario.
Dr. Susan Summers, NMT, AVPT, MTA (MMT, PhD, B.Ed, BPE) is a singer and musician who has over twenty years experience in using her musical gifts and passion in service of others through music therapy and vocal psychotherapy. Susan is a professor at Capilano University and also runs a small private practice in BC. She completed her doctoral degree in leadership and change, and is excited to have published her dissertation called "Portraits of vocal psychotherapists: Singing as a healing influence for change and transformation".
Colleen Kehler, MTA is a music therapist in Calgary Alberta working at Alberta Children’s Hospital. She is currently one of the music therapists on the board of the Counselling Therapy Association of Alberta. Colleen is passionate about increasing safety for the public and decreasing barriers to accessing music therapy and other counselling professionals in the community.
Episode Links:
- MTAO Website: https://musictherapyontario.com/
- MTAA Website: https://www.mtaa.ca/
- MTABC Website: https://www.mtabc.com/
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Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@ablevoicepodcast or @synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. We release new episodes every other Sunday between the end of January and end of August.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
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The Able Voice Podcast (@ablevoicepodcast) is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
JD Hogue (he/him) offers a rare combination of skills as he combines music therapy and statistics. He is a statistician and board-certified music therapist with over 10 years’ experience combining data analysis, research, and program evaluation. In this episode we talk about the ways statistics and program evaluation can support and compliment music therapy work.
Episode Links:
- Website: www.jdhogue.weebly.com
- YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpIj3-9Ola19g3nq8qE4qfw
- Tik Tok channel: https://www.tiktok.com/@hoguemtsc
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hoguemtsc/
- Email: hoguemt@gmail.com
- Jason Mraz "Have it all": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dxplIAxxXCc
- Video on How to Build Excel to Collect Data: https://youtu.be/ucDP9FtnBE8
- Music Therapy with Military and the Veteran Populations Interview: https://youtu.be/L0ht4EcSeSM
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Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@ablevoicepodcast or @synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. We release new episodes every other Sunday between the end of January and end of August.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
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The Able Voice Podcast (@ablevoicepodcast) is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Synergy Music Therapy is the sister practice to the Able Voice Podcast founded by Hayley Francis Cann and Kimberly Dolan. In this episode we are joined by some of our clinical team members including Jessica Nielsen, Rebekah Armstrong, Olivia Maveal, and Nicole Cordeau. We had such a wonderful time chatting with Sarah and Kim during the first "REAL TALK" conversation that we were inspired to have more. This was another fantastic chat from the perspective of certified music therapists in various points in their career. Our main takeaways from these two episodes are that more spaces to have these types of conversations are needed. SO, this will not be the last of these REAL TALK chats. This series will return in a future season of AVP. For now, enjoy this REAL TALK chat with the Synergy Music Therapy team.
Episode Links:
- "If I were a fish" by Corook
- "Notion" by Tash Sultana
- "Crystal Silence" by Chick Corea
- "Nobody Else" by Praana & Julia Church
- "Bruises" by Renee Rapp
- "Before you go" by Lewis Capaldi
- "Flowers" by Miley Cyrus
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Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
In this episode, we have an open and honest conversation about our work as music therapists - the ebs, the flows, the ups, the downs, the lessons learned and what we wish we knew sooner.
Kim Best is a board-certified music therapist based in Rochester, New York. Kim has clinical experience providing Music Therapy with adults with Dementia, children with Autism and various intellectual/developmental disabilities, adults with Mental Health challenges, Adults with cancer, and those at the end of life for the last 10 years. She is the founder of Kim Best Music Therapy, co-host of Seasons of Resilience podcast, and the host of Not Your Average Music Therapist podcast.
Sarah Bell is a certified music therapist based in Bridgetown, Nova Scotia. Sarah has clinical experience working in psychiatric care and community mental health programs serving adults and young adults with anxiety and depression , children and young adults with neurodiversity, university students with anxiety and depression, amateur musicians with burnout, trauma informed support groups for women, newcomer/refugee communities , Indigenous communities, and transient communities. Sarah is the founder of Bell Counseling Services with a passion for Supervising and EDI work.
We thoroughly enjoyed this chat with Sarah and Kim, so much that more honest conversations like this are coming soon. For now, we hope you enjoy this first REAL TALK.
Episode Links:
- Kim's Links: https://kimbest.com/links
- Kim's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimberlyjanebest/?hl=en
- Kim's Podcast: https://kimbest.com/podcast
- Sarah's Website: https://www.bellcounsellingservices.com/
- Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bell_counselling_services/?hl=en
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AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
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What do three millennial women of varying professions have in common? A shared philosophy and passion for enhancing dementia care and supporting those they work with!
In this episode of the Able Voice Podcast we are joined by Kaylee (MT-BC), Jaell (Art Therapist + Mental Health Counselor), and Erin (Positive Approach to Care® Certified Independent Trainer), of the Creative Dementia Collective. They share of their individual journeys, the carepartner relationship, and their new legacy workbooks.
As a multi-modality trio, these millennials have an extensive toolkit to best support those they work with and they use this to their advantage knowing that “Different things work for different people at different times”.
Episode Links:
- Website: https://creativedementiacollective.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creativedementiacollective/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CreativeDementiaCollective
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AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Dr. Sandi Curtis, MTA, MT-BC is the founder and Distinguished Professor Emerita for the music therapy program at Concordia University in Montreal, Canada. She is the author of “Music for Women Survivors of Violence” (Barcelona Publishers, 2019) and co-investigator in a $2.5 million Social Sciences and Humanities research grant, iMPACTS: Addressing Sexual Violence on Campus. Dr. Sandi Curtis is an internationally trained music therapist, with extensive experience in clinical practice, education, and research. She has worked with palliative care patients, disabled adults, and survivors of male violence.
As part of social action work to eliminate male violence and assist survivors, Dr. Curtis produced a film titled "Beyond #MeToo" linked in the description below this episode. We're privileged to welcome Dr. Sandi Curtis to the Able Voice Podcast to talk about her work with Women Survivors of Violence.
Episode Links:
- Beyond Me Too: https://sandicurtis.com/beyond-me-too/
- Dr. Sandi Curtis' Website: www.sandicurtis.com
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AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Roia Rafieyan recently retired from long-term employment as a music therapist in a residential care facility in the United States. Most of the last 33 years were spent in the company of institutionalized nonspeaking Autistic people with whom she collaboratively and continuously worked to evolve into a more respectful music therapist.
Roia spent most of her time as a music therapist working in a state facility for people labelled with various intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Voices article authored by Roia titled, "Getting to 'no' you: When nonspeaking autistic people refuse music therapy," notes that nonspeaking people are often placed in music therapy, not necessarily because they want to be there. She believes it's incumbent upon us, as music therapists, to learn how nonspeaking people communicate "no," so we can begin to honor efforts at self-determination/self-advocacy.
Roia’s current interests are arts-based research, collage, and reading. Her enduring interests are relationally-based music therapy approaches, reflexive practice and clinical supervision.
Episode Links:
- Rafieyan, R. (2022). Getting to “No” You: When Nonspeaking Autistic People Refuse Music Therapy. Voices: A World Forum for Music Therapy, 22(3). https://doi.org/10.15845/voices.v22i3.3373
- Roia's Blog: https://mindfulmusictherapist.blogspot.com
- Roia's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roia-rafieyan-ma-mt-bc-b4655735/
- Music Therapy Clinician: https://njmusictherapy.org/music-therapy-clinician/
- Maya K. Marom, “Patient Declined”: Contemplating the Psychodynamics of Hospice Music Therapy, Music Therapy Perspectives, Volume 26, Issue 1, 2008, Pages 13-22, https://doi.org/10.1093/mtp/26.1.13
- Katelyn Beebe, MMT, MT-BC, Perceptions of Self-Determination in Music Therapy for Individuals Diagnosed with Intellectual Disabilities: A Survey of Music Therapists, Music Therapy Perspectives, Volume 40, Issue 1, Spring 2022, Pages 94–103, https://doi.org/10.1093/mtp/miac004
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AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Sophie’s Place is a nonprofit organization made possible by the Forever Young Foundation. Their mission is to bring music therapy clinics to pediatric hospitals throughout the nation. Sophie’s Place is named for Sophie Barton, a young singer-songwriter who loved to volunteer at Primary Children’s hospital before she passed away due to heart complications. Steve and Barb Young, founders of the Forever Young Foundation, strive to honor Sophie’s memory through bringing music and healing to young hospital patients all over the US. They are passionate about the real medicinal benefits of music therapy.
There are currently 6 Sophie’s Place locations across the US with more to come! We are pleased to welcome two therapist’s from the Sophie’s Place team to the podcast: Maleea Roy and Jesse Morgan.
Episode Links:
- Sophie's Place Website: http://foreveryoung.org/charities/sophie/
- Sophie's Place Blog: https://sophiesplace3.wixsite.com/sophiesplace
- Jesse's research project: https://sophiesplace3.wixsite.com/sophiesplace/post/a-piano-in-the-lobby-can-live-music-make-a-difference-in-the-lives-of-hospital-patients-families
- Jesse's research poster: https://www.dropbox.com/s/hi5vcidwce1c8el/Enhancing%20the%20Patient%20Experience-%20Does%20Music%20Matter_%20%281%29.m4a?dl=0
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AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
In this episode, Rachael Finnerty joins us to talk about the Music Therapy Academy and advocating through education.
Rachael has been recognized as a music therapist since 2001, has served as the president of the Music Therapy Association of Ontario from 2010-2014 and was the recipient of the YWCA Woman of Distinction Award, for Healthcare in 2015. Rachael graduated from Anglia Ruskin University (Cambridge, England) in 2001, with a Master Music Therapy and she began her graduate studies in Psychology, Neuroscience and behaviour in September 2019 with a research focus on the use of music therapy for proactive wellness. Rachael has experience working in both a hospital setting and private practice where she established over 30 music therapy programs in Ontario (across Durham Region, York Region, Niagara, Hamilton and Kitchener) and opened a music therapy studio (in Hamilton ON). Rachael brought 2 music therapy courses to McMaster University in 2010 and currently educates over 3000 students each academic year about music therapy.
Her focus began to shift from clinical work to education, mentorship and supervision. To provide further education to the community and healthcare professionals Rachael founded the Music Therapy Academy. We had a beautiful chat with Rachael about this journey, the story behind the academy, and all the great work she is currently doing.
Episode Links:
- Music Therapy Academy Website: https://www.musictherapyacademy.com/
- PhD research projects: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q6CoNOWY15c
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AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
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In this episode, Katie Zaccardi joins us to talk about being a financially stable musician, tips and trips to managing finances, and reducing shame around the money conversation.
Katie is a coach and educator for musicians, music teachers, and music coaches, helping them grow their business & bank accounts while ditching overwhelm, self-doubt, and burnout for good. After dedicating 10+ years of her life to the music industry as a student, indie artist, and music industry professional, and creating a life of freedom, abundance, & music for herself, she founded "Out to Be" to give music entrepreneurs the tools, support, & motivation to do the same.
Episode Links:
- www.katiezaccardi.com
- @katiezaccardi (Instagram)
- The Out to Be Podcast
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AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
We are excited to welcome Mary Meads and Trina Chakrabarti of Wellington Music Therapy Services to the podcast today! "Nothing about us without us" (Latin: Nihil de nobis, sine nobis) is a slogan used to communicate the idea that no policy should be decided by any representative without the full and direct participation of members of the group(s) affected by that policy. Mary and Trina discuss their passion for accessible advocacy and implementing the thread of equity within the workplace.
Episode Links:
- Follow Wellington Music Therapy on Instagram (@wellingtonmusictherapyservices)
- Follow Wellington Music Therapy on Facebook (@wellingtonmusictherapyservices)
- WMTS Website: www.wellingtonmusictherapyservices.com
- Email Mary - wellingtonmusictherapyservices@gmail.com
- Email Trina - trina.wmts@gmail.com
Sources for the reference to "Nothing about us without us":
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nothing_about_us_without_us#:~:text=The%20saying%20has%20its%20origins,the%20monarch%20to%20the%20parliament.
- https://www.jstor.org/stable/10.1525/j.ctt1pnqn9
Sources for the reference to "Therapy is Political":
- https://www.talkspace.com/blog/mental-health-is-political/
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AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
We are excited to welcome Pam Lansbergen and Alan Lee of the World Congress of Music Therapy planning committee to the podcast today! The upcoming congress is to be held in beautiful Vancouver, BC this July 2023. We’re grateful to Pam and Alan for stopping by the Able Voice Podcast to share a little bit more about what we can expect from the congress this year!
Learn more or Register for WCMT: https://www.wcmt2023.org/ (Note: Early bird registration ends February 28th, 2023)
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AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
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Welcome to Season 4 of the Able Voice Podcast! If you are new here... we're glad to have you join us for this journey of creating an archive of music therapy and creative professional stories. Through conversations with music therapists & allied professionals in Canada and around the world, we listen to unique stories and learn more about interesting projects and various passions for music therapy. Our initiative is to celebrate our unique journeys as music therapists and provide tangible resources and professional development opportunities for MTAs through this medium.
Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@ablevoicepodcast or @synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. We release new episodes every other Sunday between the end of January and end of August.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Justis Krar (@immvproductions)
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Miya Adout is a graduate of Concordia University where she received a Master of Arts in Creative Arts Therapies after having completed a BA in Cultural Studies. Miya works with individuals of all ages and abilities and specializes in dementia care. Miya opened her private practice, Miya Music Therapy, in 2015 with the purpose of empowering and enriching lives through music. Their team of certified music therapists provide services to individuals and care-facilities throughout Ontario and beyond via both in-person and virtual sessions. Aside from her clinical work, Miya is also passionate about sharing the impact of music therapy through keynote presentations and workshops. Miya also provides business coaching to healthcare entrepreneurs, and is the creator of Connect 2 Music Therapy: An Online Global Magazine for Music Therapists. When she's not working on expanding her practice, Miya enjoys playing with her toddler, spending time in nature, and practicing photography.
We are grateful to have Miya on the podcast to share her entrepreneurial journey, tips and insights for others considering this path, and the great work she is doing with advocating for and supporting the jewish community. We hope that this conversation sparks reflection and we encourage you to get in touch with us to continue to conversation. Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Kimberly Dolan
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Miya's Links:
- https://www.miyamusictherapy.com/
- https://www.facebook.com/miyamusictherapy
- https://www.instagram.com/miyamusictherapy/
- https://www.miyamusictherapy.com/copy-of-presentations
- https://www.holocaustremembrance.com/
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Esther Thane has specialized since 1996 in the field of Autism and special needs. After over a decade on faculty at Capilano University, teaching in the Bachelor of Music Therapy Program, Esther continues to enjoy presenting at conferences, writing book reviews for published journals, & holding workshops for universities, local agencies and internationally. In 2014, Esther completed Dr. Diane Austin's (Music Psychotherapy Center, NY) first international distance training program in Advanced Vocal Psychotherapy. Her publication in the book: Voicework in Music Therapy (Jessica Kingsley Publishers), focuses on her innovative method of Vocal-Led Relaxation for Children with Autism.
Esther also created Meet In The Music© (MITM) music therapy curriculum for children with autism, which is utilized by music therapists throughout the United States, Canada and Australia. Esther is Executive Director of ET Music Therapy in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, where the team serve over 120 families with both in person and telehealth: in two studio locations, & in schools, implementing the MITM curriculum. In 2017, Esther received the Iconic Women Creating a Better World For All Award, presented by the Women Economic Forum in New Delhi, India. Recently, Esther received CAMT’s (Canadian Association For Music Therapy) PEER RECOGNITION AWARD for innovation and advocacy.
We were so honoured to have Esther on the podcast to chat about her professional journey, her hopes for the field, and the MundoPato platform with the MITM curriculum for music therapists built in. We invite you to share your thoughts and the reflective questions that come up for you. Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Hayley Francis Cann
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Esther's Links:
- http://www.etmusictherapy.com
- https://www.linkedin.com/company/27016411/admin/
- https://www.facebook.com/etmusictherapy
- https://www.instagram.com/etmusictherapy/
- https://twitter.com/etmusictherapy
- https://www.etmusictherapy.com/rooted-in-music/rooted-in-music (Upon checkout, enter in the discount code: RELAXATIONFORYOU02)
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Maya Chriqui (MTA) is a seasoned music therapist and the owner of Music at Heart providing music therapy services to the St. Catherines, Ontario area. She has a great deal of experience working in various settings with allied health professionals and travelling for work across Canada and to Trinidad and Tobago in the Caribbean.
Maya shares with us a snippet of her expansive journey and we know that her story will continue to be written and continue to add incredible value to this community. We invite you to share your thoughts and the reflective questions that come up for you. Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Kimberly Dolan
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Maya's Links:
Instagram: @musicatheart.ca
Email: maya@musicatheart.ca
LinkedIn: @musicatheart
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Maya Chriqui (MTA) is a seasoned music therapist and the owner of Music at Heart providing music therapy services to the St. Catherines, Ontario area. She has a great deal of experience working in various settings with allied health professionals and travelling for work across Canada and to Trinidad and Tobago in the Caribbean.
Maya shares with us a snippet of her expansive journey and we know that her story will continue to be written and continue to add incredible value to this community. We invite you to share your thoughts and the reflective questions that come up for you. Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Hayley Francis Cann
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Maya's Links:
Instagram: @musicatheart.ca
Email: maya@musicatheart.ca
LinkedIn: @musicatheart
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Elaine Cheung (she/her) is a Certified Music Therapist currently living in Calgary, Canada. Elaine’s practice, Elements Music Therapy, is humanistic and aims to provide opportunities to maximize a person's potential for change and growth. Elaine earned a Master of Music Therapy degree at Wilfrid Laurier University and received a Bachelor in Music prior to that. Elaine also represents music therapists in the province of Alberta as the President of MTAA.
We invite you to share your thoughts and the reflective questions that come up for you. Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Kimberly Dolan
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Elaine's Links:
Instagram: @elementsmusictherapy
Email: musictherapy.elaine@gmail.com
MTAA: www.mtaa.ca
Elaine invites folks to support regulation for counselling therapy in Alberta: www.acta-alberta.ca/show-your-support
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Elaine Cheung (she/her) is a Certified Music Therapist currently living in Calgary, Canada. Elaine’s practice, Elements Music Therapy, is humanistic and aims to provide opportunities to maximize a person's potential for change and growth. Elaine earned a Master of Music Therapy degree at Wilfrid Laurier University and received a Bachelor in Music prior to that. Elaine also represents music therapists in the province of Alberta as the President of MTAA.
We invite you to share your thoughts and the reflective questions that come up for you. Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Hayley Francis Cann
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Elaine's Links:
Instagram: @elementsmusictherapy
Email: musictherapy.elaine@gmail.com
MTAA: www.mtaa.ca
Elaine invites folks to support regulation for counselling therapy in Alberta: www.acta-alberta.ca/show-your-support
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Celebrate good times, come on!!
A couple of weeks ago Synergy Music Therapy & Wellness Services celebrated our first birthday, and we are in full celebration mode in this episode of the Able Voice debrief. In this episode we chat about the pits and peaks of the past year and collectively reflect on our journey leading up to Synergy MT's launch and the first 365 days. We are SO grateful for all of the incredible people that we have had the honour to connect and collaborate with in this past year, and we are elated to celebrate this milestone with the Able Voice community where it all started.
We invite you to join us in celebrating and sharing any memories and reflections of your experience with Synergy MT and to collective dream with us for the future of this space and the field as a whole! Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Kimberly Dolan
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Join us for a little road trip to the 2022 CAMT Conference in Niagara. To set the scene, it was about 5am EST and both Hayley and Kim had very little sleep the night before. They started driving and decided the conversation was too good not to capture. So, they turned on the microphone and here we are... PODCAST IN A CAR!
In this episode, Hayley and Kim talk about the roles of a music therapy participant and a music therapy participant supporter. The roles of both are super valuable to the session and hold an incredible opportunity to get involved and understand more about the music therapy process.
We invite you to share your thoughts and the reflective questions that come up for you. Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Hayley Francis Cann
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Aksana Kavaliova-Moussi is a certified music therapist (MTA), Registered Psychotherapist, Neurologic Music Therapist Fellow and Certified Trauma Integration Clinician. She had her private practice in the Kingdom of Bahrain for 11 years before coming back to Canada in 2020. Aksana is a full time psychotherapist at the Family Counselling Centre of Niagara, and has a small music therapy and psychotherapy private practice working with individual with developmental disabilities, mental health issues (including trauma), and in the long term care. Aksana is a secretary of the World Federation of Music Therapy, vice-president of the Music Therapy Association of Ontario, and a co-chair of the Online Conference for Music Therapy.
We invite you to share your thoughts and the reflective questions that come up for you. Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Kimberly Dolan
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Aksana's Links:
Instagram: @aksana_musictherapy
Facebook: @aksanamusictherapy
Email: moussiaksana@hotmail.com OR secretary@wfmt.info
WFMT: wfmt.info
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Aksana Kavaliova-Moussi is a certified music therapist (MTA), Registered Psychotherapist, Neurologic Music Therapist Fellow and Certified Trauma Integration Clinician. She had her private practice in the Kingdom of Bahrain for 11 years before coming back to Canada in 2020. Aksana is a full time psychotherapist at the Family Counselling Centre of Niagara, and has a small music therapy and psychotherapy private practice working with individual with developmental disabilities, mental health issues (including trauma), and in the long term care. Aksana is a secretary of the World Federation of Music Therapy, vice-president of the Music Therapy Association of Ontario, and a co-chair of the Online Conference for Music Therapy.
We invite you to share your thoughts and the reflective questions that come up for you. Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Hayley Francis Cann
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Aksana's Links:
Instagram: @aksana_musictherapy
Facebook: @aksanamusictherapy
Email: moussiaksana@hotmail.com OR secretary@wfmt.info
WFMT: wfmt.info
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Rebekah Martin is a board -certified music therapist and NICU Music Therapist who has worked in the pediatric medical setting for four years. She currently lives in beautiful Bermuda, where she is beginning to provide contract music therapy services with Synergy Music Therapy & Wellness Services. She considers herself a life-long learner and has completed additional trainings in end-of-life care, palliative care, and early childhood development. Rebekah is also currently pursuing her Master’s in Healthcare Administration, seeking the necessary knowledge and skills to promote music therapy and its efficacy within the pediatric medical environment. Regardless of where or with whom she is implementing services, she utilizes an eclectic music therapy approach to meet everyone where they are.
In this episode Rebekah talks about the experience of holding space for music therapy service users that extend the offer of hope if they need it. Let us know what you think about this episode by leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.
We invite you to share your thoughts and the reflective questions that come up for you. Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Kimberly Dolan
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Rebekah's Links:
Instagram: @rebekz_
Linked In: @rebekahmartin
Website: www.synergymusictherapy.com
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Rebekah Martin is a board -certified music therapist and NICU Music Therapist who has worked in the pediatric medical setting for four years. She currently lives in beautiful Bermuda, where she is beginning to provide contract music therapy services with Synergy Music Therapy & Wellness Services. She considers herself a life-long learner and has completed additional trainings in end-of-life care, palliative care, and early childhood development. Rebekah is also currently pursuing her Master’s in Healthcare Administration, seeking the necessary knowledge and skills to promote music therapy and its efficacy within the pediatric medical environment. Regardless of where or with whom she is implementing services, she utilizes an eclectic music therapy approach to meet everyone where they are.
In this episode Rebekah talks about the experience of holding space for music therapy service users that extend the offer of hope if they need it. Let us know what you think about this episode by leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.
We invite you to share your thoughts and the reflective questions that come up for you. Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Hayley Francis Cann and Kimberly Dolan
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Rebekah's Links:
Instagram: @rebekz_
Linked In: @rebekahmartin
Website: www.synergymusictherapy.com
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Within the field of Music Therapy there are a multitude of modalities to practice which support the many ways in which we as humans can express ourselves and align with each therapists’ authentic approach.
We were thrilled to be joined by Melissa Tan for episode eight of Able Voice Podcast as we scratched the surface of one approach, neurologic music therapy. In the episode, Melissa shares of her experience and journey as a Neurologic Music Therapist and Registered Psychotherapist and our conversation carries us to several other important pieces such as studying and internship experiences, self care, and adapting to telehealth music therapy.
What are your connections to NMT?
We invite you to share your thoughts and the reflective questions that come up for you. Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Melissa's Links:
Instagram: @melissatanmusictherapy
Twitter: @mtmusictherapy
Website: www.oakvillemusictherapy.com
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Within the field of Music Therapy there are a multitude of modalities to practice which support the many ways in which we as humans can express ourselves and align with each therapists’ authentic approach.
We are thrilled to be joined by Melissa Tan for episode eight of Able Voice Podcast as we scratch the surface of one approach, neurologic music therapy. In the episode, Melissa shares of her experience and journey as a Neurologic Music Therapist and Registered Psychotherapist and our conversation carries us to several other important pieces such as studying and internship experiences, self care, and adapting to telehealth music therapy.
What are your connections to NMT?
We invite you to share your thoughts and the reflective questions that come up for you. Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Melissa's Links:
Instagram: @melissatanmusictherapy
Twitter: @mtmusictherapy
Website: www.oakvillemusictherapy.com
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
What do three millennial women of varying professions have in common? A shared philosophy and passion for enhancing dementia care and supporting those they work with!
In this debrief of the "Dementia Care and Radical Authenticity" Able Voice Podcast episode, we are joined by Kaylee (MT-BC), Jaell (Art Therapist + Mental Health Counselor), and Erin (Positive Approach to Care® Certified Independent Trainer), of the Creative Dementia Collective. They share of their individual journeys, how the collective came to be, and provide us with tangible elements of their work.
As a multi-modality trio, these millennials have an extensive toolkit to best support those they work with and they use this to their advantage knowing that “Different things work for different people at different times”.
We hope that you enjoy this conversation as much as we have. What resonates with you? Your voice is more than a melody and we want to hear from you! Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Episode Links:
Website: creativedementiacollective.com
Email: info@creativedementiacollective.com
Follow: Instagram or Facebook @creativedementiacollective
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
What do three millennial women of varying professions have in common? A shared philosophy and passion for enhancing dementia care and supporting those they work with!
In this episode of the Able Voice Podcast we are joined by Kaylee (MT-BC), Jaell (Art Therapist + Mental Health Counselor), and Erin (Positive Approach to Care® Certified Independent Trainer), of the Creative Dementia Collective. They share of their individual journeys, how the collective came to be, and provide us with tangible elements of their work.
As a multi-modality trio, these millennials have an extensive toolkit to best support those they work with and they use this to their advantage knowing that “Different things work for different people at different times”.
We hope that you enjoy this conversation as much as we have. What resonates with you? Your voice is more than a melody and we want to hear from you! Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Episode Links:
Website: creativedementiacollective.com
Email: info@creativedementiacollective.com
Follow: Instagram or Facebook @creativedementiacollective
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Tricia Caiati, MT-BC is a board certified Music Therapist currently serving clients in three states across the New England Region of the United States. She is also the CSO for The Tutti Ensemble, a non-profit adaptive band program providing individual lessons and ensemble experiences for diverse learners.
In 2019, Tricia launched the Music Therapy Chronicles, a podcast aimed to inspire and connect listeners through meaningful conversations from diverse perspectives. Like a Music Therapy Conference you can listen to anywhere! Tricia enjoys spending her free time exploring outdoors, reading, and creating through different mediums.
We are so grateful that Tricia stopped by the Able Voice Podcast to talk about her music therapy journey. We hope that you enjoy this episode and resonate with Tricia's story in some way!
We invite you to share your thoughts and the reflective questions that come up for you. Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Kimberly Dolan (@mtakimberly)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Tricia's Links:
Email: mtpodcastcollective@gmail.com
Listen: Music Therapy Chronicles Podcast
Follow: Instagram or Facebook
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Tricia Caiati, MT-BC is a board certified Music Therapist currently serving clients in three states across the New England Region of the United States. She is also the CSO for The Tutti Ensemble, a non-profit adaptive band program providing individual lessons and ensemble experiences for diverse learners.
In 2019, Tricia launched the Music Therapy Chronicles, a podcast aimed to inspire and connect listeners through meaningful conversations from diverse perspectives. Like a Music Therapy Conference you can listen to anywhere! Tricia enjoys spending her free time exploring outdoors, reading, and creating through different mediums.
We are so grateful that Tricia stopped by the Able Voice Podcast to talk about her music therapy journey. We hope that you enjoy this episode and resonate with Tricia's story in some way!
We invite you to share your thoughts and the reflective questions that come up for you. Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Tricia's Links:
Email: mtpodcastcollective@gmail.com
Listen: Music Therapy Chronicles Podcast
Follow: Instagram or Facebook
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Sue Baines is a social activist. She has a Master of Arts in Music Therapy from New York University where she applied a feminist framework to music therapy, and a PhD from the University of Limerick where she studied music therapy and social justice. She is a Fellow of the Association for Music and Imagery trained through the Southeast Institute for Music Centered Psychotherapy in Atlanta, GA and is certified by the Canadian Association for Music Therapy. She has extensive music therapy experience working with persons with a broad spectrum of physical, emotional, social, and spiritual concerns in a variety of clinical and community settings. Sue has practiced music therapy in Vancouver since 1994 and taught in the Bachelor of Music Therapy program at Capilano University in North Vancouver since 1997. She works, researches, and publishes on topics in anti-oppressive music therapy with the goal of ending systemic oppression both in music therapy and globally.
We invite you to share your thoughts and the reflective questions that come up for you. Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
Episode edited by: Kimberly Dolan (@mtakimberly)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcast.apple.com/up/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Sue's Links:
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Music Therapy as an Anti-oppressive practice (2013)
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Anti-oppressive music therapy: Updates and future considerations (2021)
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Sue at Capilano University: https://www.capilanou.ca/programs--courses/search--select/explore-our-areas-of-study/faculty-profiles/sue-baines/
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
Sue Baines is a social activist. She has a Master of Arts in Music Therapy from New York University where she applied a feminist framework to music therapy, and a PhD from the University of Limerick where she studied music therapy and social justice. She is a Fellow of the Association for Music and Imagery trained through the Southeast Institute for Music Centered Psychotherapy in Atlanta, GA and is certified by the Canadian Association for Music Therapy. She has extensive music therapy experience working with persons with a broad spectrum of physical, emotional, social, and spiritual concerns in a variety of clinical and community settings. Sue has practiced music therapy in Vancouver since 1994 and taught in the Bachelor of Music Therapy program at Capilano University in North Vancouver since 1997. She works, researches, and publishes on topics in anti-oppressive music therapy with the goal of ending systemic oppression both in music therapy and globally.
We invite you to share your thoughts and the reflective questions that come up for you. Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Sue's Links:
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Music Therapy as an Anti-oppressive practice (2013)
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Anti-oppressive music therapy: Updates and future considerations (2021)
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Sue at Capilano University: https://www.capilanou.ca/programs--courses/search--select/explore-our-areas-of-study/faculty-profiles/sue-baines/
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
The concept of self-care is an ongoing conversation within today’s society and especially within the therapy community. But what does it actually look like?
In this episode of the Able Voice Podcast we are grateful to be joined by Ami Kunimura of the Self Care Institute to explore this a bit more deeply. Throughout this conversation Ami shares of her own journey towards becoming a music therapist, understanding burnout and self care, and to the creation of the self care institute. She shares great insight and tangible steps to take to support your self care practice within your personal life, professional life, and mindset.
We invite you to share your thoughts and the reflective questions that come up for you. Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Kimberly Dolan (@mtakimberly)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcast.apple.com/up/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Ami's Links:
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https://www.selfcareinstitute.com
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https://www.instagram.com/amikunimura/
The concept of self-care is an ongoing conversation within today’s society and especially within the therapy community. But what does it actually look like?
In this episode of the Able Voice Podcast we are grateful to be joined by Ami Kunimura of the Self Care Institute to explore this a bit more deeply. Throughout this conversation Ami shares of her own journey towards becoming a music therapist, understanding burnout and self care, and to the creation of the self care institute. She shares great insight and tangible steps to take to support your self care practice within your personal life, professional life, and mindset.
We invite you to share your thoughts and the reflective questions that come up for you. Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Ami's Links:
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https://www.selfcareinstitute.com/
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https://www.instagram.com/amikunimura/
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
“If the person is the answer, what is the question?”
As therapists we are often seeking information and responses from the people we work with. But what happens if we shift the mindset? In this episode we engage in a thought provoking conversation with Paul Lauzon exploring elements of human connection within therapy and the various perspectives that we hold both inside and outside of the therapy space. Paul shares his journey and insights into our inquisitive nature, along with tangible elements and questions for us to consider along our journeys.
We invite you to share your thoughts and the reflective questions that come up for you. Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Paul's Links:
- https://paullauzon.ca/
“If the person is the answer, what is the question?”
As therapists we are often seeking information and responses from the people we work with. But what happens if we shift the mindset? In this episode we engage in a thought provoking conversation with Paul Lauzon exploring elements of human connection within therapy and the various perspectives that we hold both inside and outside of the therapy space. Paul shares his journey and insights into our inquisitive nature, along with tangible elements and questions for us to consider along our journeys.
We invite you to share your thoughts and the reflective questions that come up for you. Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Paul's Links:
- https://paullauzon.ca/
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
In this episode of the Able Voice Podcast Debrief, Kim and Hayley speak candidly about episode 2 of season 3 with guest Dr. Emily Doolittle. In the main episode Emily sheds light on the close connection between human life and that of the critters and world around us. She takes us deeper into the world of zoomusicology, animal song, and shares more about her musical and written work within that realm.
Join us in this contemplative episode as we reflect on the interactions between animal and human sound, ecocentric community, colonialist considerations, and the relationship between music and nature.
Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Hayley Francis Cann
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Emily's Links:
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emilydoolittle.com
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https://composersedition.com/emilydoolittle/
Have you ever been mesmerized by the sound of a bird? Another animal? Nature?
In this episode of the Able Voice Podcast we connect with Emily Doolittle, a Canadian composer, researcher, and zoomusicologist who sheds light on the close connection between human life and that of the critters and world around us. Emily takes us deeper into the world of zoomusicology, animal song, and shares more about her musical and written work within that realm.
Join us in this contemplative episode as we reflect on the interactions between animal and human sound, ecocentric community, colonialist considerations, and the relationship between music and nature.
Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Emily's Links:
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emilydoolittle.com
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https://composersedition.com/emilydoolittle/
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
This is the debrief for our first episode of Able Voice Season 3. In the episode we were joined by Stephanie Leavell of Music for Kiddos learned more about her music therapy journey, her company, and authentic style of practicing.
As a highly passionate person Stephanie is no stranger to the concept of burnout. In this episode we hear of her connection to burnout, how it has impacted her current way of living, and a few key takeaways of her learnings that just might be helpful for the rest of us.
Stephanie demonstrates and tells us of her approach to practicing, often referred to by her and mentors as “clinical fun” and shows us what can happen if we remain open to fun, embrace life’s pivots and listen intently to ourselves and the universe.
Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Stephanie's Links:
- Music For Kiddos - https://www.musicforkiddos.com/
- Music For Kiddos Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/music_for_kiddos/
- Music For Kiddos Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/musicforkiddos
- Music For Kiddos Podcast - Apple Podcasts
- The Shy Little Monster Book - https://www.musicforkiddos.com/book
In our first episode of Able Voice Season 3 we are joined by Stephanie Leavell of Music for Kiddos to go behind the scenes of her music therapy journey and how her company and authentic style of practicing came to be.
As a highly passionate person Stephanie is no stranger to the concept of burnout. In this episode we hear of her connection to burnout, how it has impacted her current way of living, and a few key takeaways of her learnings that just might be helpful for the rest of us.
Stephanie demonstrates and tells us of her approach to practicing, often referred to by her and mentors as “clinical fun” and shows us what can happen if we remain open to fun, embrace life’s pivots and listen intently to ourselves and the universe.
Subscribe to the Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review and connect with us (@synergymusictherapy) to share your experiences and takeaways. Your voice is more than a melody!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
Stephanie's Links:
- Music For Kiddos - https://www.musicforkiddos.com/
- Music For Kiddos Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/music_for_kiddos/
- Music For Kiddos Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/musicforkiddos
- Music For Kiddos Podcast - Apple Podcasts
- The Shy Little Monster Book - https://www.musicforkiddos.com/book
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
SURPRISE!🎉 This minisode not only features a conversation with Hayley & Kim about the ways we honour and celebrate the in-between moments, but it also features a special announcement😁...
MORE STICKERS!🤗 All of our MT Stickers will be back up for sale on the Synergy Music Therapy website (www.synergymusictherapy.com) beginning October 25th, 2021 along with our new Seasons Sticker Sheets. 🍂☀️☔️❄️
The new sticker sheets feature seasonal stickers for Summer, Fall, Winter, and Spring full of MT puns, music puns, holiday puns, and festive seasonal stickers. All of our sticker sale proceeds help to fund the Able Voice Podcast that will be entering it's 3rd season in January 2022!
Thank you so much to Santina's Sticker Box for helping to bring our vision to life & thank you to all of our listeners for being so supportive of this podcast. We hope to see you sporting your stickers real soon. 💛
Don’t forget to subscribe to Able Voice Podcast and connect with us on social media (@synergymusictherapy) to stay up to date on all our episode releases. Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
You can support the podcast through a gifted donation here
Sign up for the Synergy MT newsletter: https://synergymusictherapy.com/newsletter
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The Able Voice Podcast is hosted by certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann (@mtahayley) and Kimberly Dolan (@mta.kimberly). Get in touch with Hayley and/or Kim by emailing contactsynergymt@gmail.com or visit www.synergymusictherapy.com.
That's a wrap! This is our last episode of season 2 and we're going out with a bang, a laugh, and a lot fo fun! We hope that you enjoy this short light hearted episode and remember to always embrace the authentic moments - imperfections and all.
Don’t forget to subscribe to Able Voice Podcast and connect with us on social media (@synergymusictherapy) to join the conversation. Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/able-voice-podcast/id1505215850
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
You can support the podcast through a gifted donation here
Purchase our sticker collections & the Summer sale here: https://synergymusictherapy.com/
Use code "SUMMER21" for an additional $5 off any purchase over $15 :)
Mamma Mia! Here we go again! Tamara Leszner-Rovet (@tpsmtstor) joins us on the podcast once more to catch-up and chat about all that has happened this year. We cover controversial topics such as the COVID-19 vaccination and what this means for the future of music therapy, dual relationships, self-care, and the power of community.
Let us know your thoughts and takeaways! Don’t forget to subscribe to Able Voice Podcast and connect with us on social media (@synergymusictherapy) to join the conversation.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
You can support the podcast through a gifted donation here
Porcelain Doll Album:Learn more or Purchase Album
What a time in our history to be in a helping profession built on the foundation of establishing relationships! In this episode Kim & Hayley dig into the archives to chat and reflect on the ways we can be authentic and intentional within the therapeutic relationships we are building.
Let us know your thoughts and takeaways! Don’t forget to subscribe to Able Voice Podcast and connect with us on social media (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly) to join the conversation.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
You can support the podcast through a gifted donation here
Learn more about Hayley's books:
- Mandy's Mom, The Music Therapist
- Mandy's Musical Mask
- Colouring Pages
Support L'Arche Canada (here)
Introducing Synergy MT & Wellness Services! Synergy Music Therapy & Wellness Services was co-founded in June 2021 by board-certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann and Kimberly Dolan. Now offering services in two locations (Bermuda & Kingston, ON), Synergy provides high quality music therapy services, wellness resources, and professional development opportunities for music therapists, interdisciplinary professionals and community members.
Together, Hayley and Kim co-host this podcast - the Able Voice Podcast, have collections of music therapy stickers in collaboration with Santina’s Sticker Box, offer Sing It Girls™ programs, and are the proud co-founders of Synergy Music Therapy & Wellness Services.
At Synergy we value your voice, your strengths, and your wellness. We are commitment to being an inclusive and accessible service.
✨Find us on social media @synergymusictherapy on Instagram and Facebook.
✨Email Us at contactsynergymt@gmail.com
✨Visit our website at www.synergymusictherapy.com
This debrief covers Hayley and Kim's thoughts about the Able Voice Podcast episode titled "Where are the male music therapists" featuring 5 incredible music therapists. Listen to the FULL Episodes: part 1 with Dan Robinson and Stephen Tok & part 2 with Joel Klassen, Dan Bevan-Baker, and Danny Allen.
Let us know your thoughts and takeaways! Don’t forget to subscribe to Able Voice Podcast and connect with us on social media (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly) to join the conversation.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Main Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
You can support the podcast through a gifted donation here
Find out more about Pursuit 365: https://freshmag.ca/category/pursuit-365/ and available on amazon (here)
Find out more about Sing It Girls here.
Another Sunday, another meaningful conversation on the Able Voice Podcast! Building on our discussion of male experiences in the field of music therapy started in part one of this episode, we are grateful to continue the conversation with 3 more incredible music therapists. Join us to hear from Dan Bevan-Baker, Joel Klassen, and Danny Allen as they share about their journeys and insights on the topic.
Subscribe to Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, and comment below to share your experiences. Connect with us on social media (@synergymusictherapy) to extend the conversation.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Main Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
Click here to visit the Synergy Store.
It’s no secret to us that there is a prominence of female music therapists in our field. Being the curious beings we are, we wanted to explore this more deeply to see our field from a different lens than our own and to open the space to the voices of the men currently working in the field of music therapy.
In this special two part episode of the Able Voice Podcast we have connected with five wonderful music therapists who share with us their journey in the field as male identifying individuals. In this first part of the conversation we are joined by Stephen Tok and Daniel Robinson to share their outlook and to kick start the discussion!
Stay tuned for part two of this episode coming next Sunday as we continue the conversation with Joel Klassen, Daniel Allen, Dan Bevan-Baker.
Subscribe to Able Voice Podcast, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, and comment below to share your experiences. Connect with us on social media (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly) to extend the conversation.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Main Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
You can support the podcast through a gifted donation here
Find out more about Synergy: https://www.synergymusictherapy.ca/
This debrief covers Hayley and Kim's thoughts about the Able Voice Podcast episode titled "People Together in Music" featuring Nicola Oddy. Listen to the FULL Episode here.
Let us know your thoughts and takeaways! Don’t forget to subscribe to Able Voice Podcast and connect with us on social media (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly) to join the conversation.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Main Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
You can support the podcast through a gifted donation here
Find out more about Sing It Girls here.
Episode Links:
- We are all musicians (Ottawa): https://futurefunder.carleton.ca/giving-fund/we-are-all-musicians-waam-fund/
- The Singing Field: http://www.nicolaoddy.com/environmental-vocal-exploration--the-singing-field.html
- Dylan Robinson “Hungry Listening” book “Critical Listening Positionality": https://www.amazon.com/Hungry-Listening-Indigenous-Americas-Robinson/dp/1517907691
- Steven Feld “Acoustemology”: http://www.stevenfeld.net/articles
- Christopher Small “Musicking”: https://www.amazon.com/Musicking-Meanings-Performing-Listening-Culture/dp/0819522570
“We’re just people together in music.” 💜
We are thrilled to have the wonderful Nicola Oddy - music therapist, part time professor and instructor, supervisor, researcher, musician, and more - join us for this episode of The Able Voice Podcast! In this episode we discuss the deep connection of our voices to ourselves, others, and the world around us. Nicola shares about her journey and career as a Music Therapist, juggling her many hats, and the exciting docufilm she has been working on that was released earlier this year titled "The Singing Field."
Subscribe to Able Voice Podcast and leave us a review to share your experience, tips, and affirmations. Connect with us on social media (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly) to extend the conversation.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Main Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
You can support the podcast through a gifted donation here
Find out more about Synergy: https://www.synergymusictherapy.ca/
Enter our Launch Giveaway: https://mailchi.mp/ec4c4b543c16/synergy-launch-giveaway
Episode Links:
- We are all musicians (Ottawa): https://futurefunder.carleton.ca/giving-fund/we-are-all-musicians-waam-fund/
- The Singing Field: http://www.nicolaoddy.com/environmental-vocal-exploration--the-singing-field.html
- Dylan Robinson “Hungry Listening” book “Critical Listening Positionality": https://www.amazon.com/Hungry-Listening-Indigenous-Americas-Robinson/dp/1517907691
- Steven Feld “Acoustemology”: http://www.stevenfeld.net/articles
- Christopher Small “Musicking”: https://www.amazon.com/Musicking-Meanings-Performing-Listening-Culture/dp/0819522570
In this episode we join Bonnie, Brian, Tricia, and Kate to talk all about the awesome pod-course we’ve created! You can find more information on the Music Therapy Podcast Collective (MT-PC) website.
Want to get CMTE’s for listening to the show? Check out Music Therapy Podcast Collective online, on Instagram, and on Facebook to stay up to date on podcast based CMTE opportunities!
Learn more about pod-courses: https://mtpodcastcollective.com/shop/
“They think I know more than I actually do”, “Am I supposed to be here?”, “I’m going to be found out”, “I’m such a fake”.
Do any of these sound familiar? They certainly have for us in various moments of our lives. In this episode of the Able Voice Podcast, we talk about Imposter Syndrome, how it has shown up for us, and strategies and resources to support moving through it.
You are in the spaces that you are for a reason.
You are not alone.
Your voice is able, let it be heard.
Subscribe to Able Voice Podcast and leave us a review to share your experience, tips, and affirmations. Connect with us on social media (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly) to extend the conversation.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Main Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
You can support the podcast through a gifted donation here
Purchase our new sticker collection here
Register for upcoming Sing It Girls groups here
Access 30-days of Wellness cues here
This debrief covers Hayley and Kim's thoughts about the Able Voice Podcast episode titled "Creative Business Models Panel" featuring seven incredible entrepreneurs. Listen to the Main Episode here or watch this debrief on Youtube here.
For this very special debrief we are joined by Alyssa Stone of Dynamic Lynks! Alyssa is a Neurologic Music Therapist, Board Certified Music Therapist, music educator and yoga instructor. Her holistic approach, engaging expertise and determined drive have led to the reality of her life-long goal, running a successful therapeutic centre for children, Dynamic Lynks. Alyssa's passion lies in celebrating neurodiversity and providing the best therapeutic services to help all individuals reach their fullest potential!
Let us know your thoughts and takeaways! Don’t forget to subscribe to Able Voice Podcast and connect with us on social media (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly) to join the conversation.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Main Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
You can support the podcast through a gifted donation here
Purchase our new sticker collection here
Episode Links:
- www.dynamiclynks.com/community
- www.dynamiclynks.com/resources
- instagram.com/dynamiclynks
- instagram.com/alyssastone.co
- facebook.com/dynamiclynks
- youtube.com/c/dynamiclynks1
In this special panel episode of The Able Voice Podcast we hear from the creative minds behind four creative music therapy business models: Sing it Girls™, Listen & Learn Music, ComMusicate™, and Music Therapy Made Simple. Adrienne Pringle, Cathy Thompson, Rachel Rambach, Noreen Donnell, Haley Crane, Katie Fortino, and Candace Szymanski share with us their business origin stories and experiences as creative entrepreneurs in the field of music therapy.
We loved hearing the stories and all of the tips, tricks and great perspectives of each of these incredible entrepreneurs!
Let us know your takeaways and be sure to tune in to next week’s episode where we continue the conversation in our debrief series with one more creative business owner, Alyssa Stone of Dynamic Lynks. Don’t forget to subscribe to Able Voice Podcast and connect with us on social media (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly) to join the conversation.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
You can support the podcast through a gifted donation here
Purchase music therapy stickers here
Episode Links:
Connect with Adrienne and Cathy
- https://beyondthestudio.ca/sing-it-girls
- @beyondthestudiomusic
- cathy@beyondtheclassroom.ca
Connect with the MTMS Team
- https://www.musictherapymadesimple.com/
- Course: "Being Your Own Boss"
- @musictherapymadesimple
- musictherapymadesimple@gmail.com
Connect with Noreen Donnell
- https://www.commusicate.info/
- @commusicateworks
- info@musicbydesign.ca
Connect with Rachel Rambach
- https://listenlearnmusic.com/
- Book: "Innovative Income for Music Therapists"
- @listenlearnmusic
This debrief covers Hayley and Kim's thoughts about the Able Voice Podcast episode titled "Asking questions that matter" featuring Dr. Amy Clements-Cortés. Listen to the FULL Episode here.
Let us know your thoughts and takeaways! Don’t forget to subscribe to Able Voice Podcast and connect with us on social media (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly) to join the conversation.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Main Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
You can support the podcast through a gifted donation here
Episode Links:
- World Federation of Music Therapy
- Amy's CMTE Courses: Groove Based Ukulele, Anti-Oppressive Practices, Supervision Basics, & Relationship completion at end of life.
Learn more about Hayley's books:
- Mandy's Mom, The Music Therapist
- Mandy's Musical Mask
- Colouring Pages
Support L'Arche Canada (here)
QTIP: Quit Taking It Personally! This is one of many nuggets of wisdom from Dr. Amy Clements-Cortés who joins us in this week’s episode of the Able Voice Podcast. In this episode, we dive back into the world of research! Dr. Clements-Cortés shares her journey and passion for the world of research, and takes us through the process of all that goes into research, from developing your question right through to publication.
Let us know your thoughts and takeaways! Don’t forget to subscribe to Able Voice Podcast and connect with us on social media (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly) to join the conversation.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette).
Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
You can support the podcast through a gifted donation here
Episode Links:
- World Federation of Music Therapy
- Amy's CMTE Courses: Groove Based Ukulele, Anti-Oppressive Practices, Supervision Basics, & Relationship completion at end of life.
Learn more about Hayley's books:
- Mandy's Mom, The Music Therapist
- Mandy's Musical Mask
- Colouring Pages
Support L'Arche Canada (here)
This debrief covers Hayley and Kim's thoughts about the Able Voice Podcast episode titled "Woodwind/Brass Panel" featuring six incredible music therapists with expertise in this area. Listen to the FULL Episode here.
Let us know your thoughts and takeaways! Don’t forget to subscribe to Able Voice Podcast and connect with us on social media (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly) to join the conversation.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette - https://soundcloud.com/chris-mouchette/able-voice-podcast-music).
Main Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
You can support the podcast through a gifted donation here
Episode Links:
Learn more about Hayley's books (here)
Watch this neat saxophone intervention for therapy use (here)
In this week's episode of The Able Voice Podcast we are joined by six incredible music therapists to talk all about using woodwind and Brass instruments throughout the therapeutic process. We talk about safe and effective use of single line instruments within co-therapy settings, sessions with one therapist, and online sessions. Thank you to our panelists:
- Jessica Nielsen primarily works with clients experiencing mental health struggles and uses a client-centred, music-centred approach in working with clients. She uses various flutes, her voice, the piano, guitar, drums and acoustic and electroacoustic composition to help her clients express themselves through music.
- Amelia Ballak's primary instrument is the tuba. She works with a variety of clients, including TBI, developmental delays, mental health, and geriatric care. Amelia is a certified music therapist and registered psychotherapist.
- Katelyn Beebe's professional interests include extraverbal communication in therapy, improvisational music therapy, and empowerment of clients to participate actively in directing their therapeutic journeys.
- Jody Speck works with older adults in long term care, adults with special needs and children with autism. Jody is passionate about using music to foster meaningful and authentic connection.
- Katelyn Wheaton is a dedicated self-learner, and an active flautist who enjoys utilizing her flute in her music therapy practice. Katelyn has experience working with all ages with various needs (including developmental delays, cerebral palsy and Autism), and individuals with dementia.
- Tori Zimmerman has practical experience working with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Alzheimer’s and Dementia patients, teenagers admitted to an inpatient behavioral health unit and mothers in the NICU at Riley Children’s Hospital, and individuals with other intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Let us know your thoughts and takeaways! Don’t forget to subscribe to Able Voice Podcast and connect with us on social media (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly) to join the conversation.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette - https://soundcloud.com/chris-mouchette/able-voice-podcast-music).
Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
You can support the podcast through a gifted donation here
Episode Links:
“Inner Circle: The People of Classical Music (listen here)
Porcelain Doll Album:Learn more or Purchase Album
This debrief covers Hayley and Kim's thoughts about the Able Voice Podcast episode titled "Powerfully Inquisitive" with Dr. SarahRose Black. In this episode, Dr. SarahRose reminds us that great research starts with a really cool question!🤓 She helps us to rethink all the fears we may have around pursuing research and positively reframe the journey it takes to publish an article. She shares details about the CJMT submission process, along with the importance of mentorship, asking questions, collaboration & nurturing your ideas throughout the research process.
Listen to the FULL Episode here.
Let us know your thoughts and takeaways! Don’t forget to subscribe to Able Voice Podcast and connect with us on social media (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly) to join the conversation.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette - https://soundcloud.com/chris-mouchette/able-voice-podcast-music).
Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
You can support the podcast through a gifted donation here
Episode Links:
Pulse Music Media: (Dr. Black's project linking music performances to narratives of music and health) & (The Art of Improvisation)
More info about the journal: https://www.musictherapy.ca/publications/journal/
Twitter: @sarahroseblack
Porcelain Doll Album: Learn more or Purchase Album
Great research starts with a really cool question!🤓 As music therapists it’s important for us to stay up to date with the research and literature in our field. Do you have the research bug? Or does the mere mention of research make your heart race & make you retreat? In this conversation, Dr. SarahRose helps us to rethink all the fears we may have around pursuing research and positively reframe the journey it takes to publish an article. She shares details about the CJMT submission process, along with the importance of mentorship, asking questions, collaboration & nurturing your ideas throughout the research process.
Let us know your thoughts and takeaways! Don’t forget to subscribe to Able Voice Podcast and connect with us on social media (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly) to join the conversation.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette - https://soundcloud.com/chris-mouchette/able-voice-podcast-music).
Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
You can support the podcast through a gifted donation here
Episode Links:
Pulse Music Media: (Dr. Black's project linking music performances to narratives of music and health)
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzK4ykJ7eVCA88X-moWp-wA
More info about the journal: https://www.musictherapy.ca/publications/journal/
Twitter: @sarahroseblack
Pursuit 365: https://freshmag.ca/category/pursuit-365/ and available on amazon (here)
This debrief covers Hayley and Kim's thoughts about the Able Voice Podcast episode titled "Explaining Music Therapy" with Nicole Moore of Aspire Music Therapy (@aspiremusictherapy). In this episode, Nicole shares about her passion for branding & marketing, and the impact that building an online community has had on her business. Nicole also shares some great tools that you can make use of to up your marketing game, no matter what stage of your career you are in.
Listen to the FULL Episode here Watch the Youtube version of this debrief episode here
Let us know your thoughts and takeaways, and/or send us your elevator pitch! Don’t forget to subscribe to Able Voice Podcast and connect with us on social media (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly) to join the conversation.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette - https://soundcloud.com/chris-mouchette/able-voice-podcast-music).
Pursuit 365: https://freshmag.ca/category/pursuit-365/ and available on amazon (here)
Connect with Nicole:
Branding 101 Self-Study Course (HERE)
Email - nicole@aspiremusictherapy.com
Website - www.aspiremusictherapy.com
In this episode we are joined by Nicole Moore of Aspire Music Therapy! Nicole shares about her passion for branding & marketing, and the impact that building an online community has had on her business. Nicole also shares some great tools that you can make use of to up your marketing game, no matter what stage of your career you are in.
Let us know your thoughts and takeaways! Don’t forget to subscribe to Able Voice Podcast and connect with us on social media (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly) to join the conversation.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette - https://soundcloud.com/chris-mouchette/able-voice-podcast-music).
Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
You can support the podcast through a gifted donation here
Check out our Music Therapy Stickers here.
Episode Links:
Branding 101 Self-Study Course (HERE)
Email - nicole@aspiremusictherapy.com
Website - www.aspiremusictherapy.com
This debrief covers Hayley and Kim's thoughts about the Able Voice Podcast episode titled "Explaining Music Therapy" featuring special clips from friends, family, and colleagues. In this debrief, we are also joined by special guest Bonnie Houpt-Siniard of Rhythmic Roots Music Services LLC to share all of our thoughts about this episode.
Listen to the FULL Episode here
Watch the Youtube version of this debrief episode here
Let us know how you enjoyed this episode. We would love to hear from you! Put your thoughts in the chat & leave us a review and rating on your podcast app. Also, if you enjoy this episode and would like to hear more from us, please subscribe to Able Voice podcast and visit us on instagram (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly)!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette - https://soundcloud.com/chris-mouchette/able-voice-podcast-music).
Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
You can support the podcast through a gifted donation here
Check out our Music Therapy Stickers here.
How many times have you been asked “What is Music Therapy?”....We lost count too!
Within our role as music therapists, we often have to advocate, educate, or share details about what exactly it is we do..often in a very short period of time! In this episode of Able Voice Podcast we dig into the concept of our ‘music therapy elevator pitches’ which is especially relevant this month as we celebrate music therapy awareness month! You’ll hear from Hayley and I, but you’ll also hear from other music therapists, health care professionals, family, friends, and allies, as we share a variety of speeches and explanations from these diverse perspectives.
Let us know your thoughts and takeaways, and/or send us your elevator pitch! Don’t forget to subscribe to Able Voice Podcast and connect with us on social media (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly) to join the conversation.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette - https://soundcloud.com/chris-mouchette/able-voice-podcast-music).
Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
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This debrief covers Hayley and Kim's thoughts about the Able Voice Podcast episode with Megan Aslanian titled "Networking, Job Hunting & Youtube, OH MY!"
Listen to the FULL Episode here
Listen to the Youtube version of this episode here
Let us know how you enjoyed this episode. We would love to hear from you! Put your thoughts in the chat & leave us a review and rating on your podcast app. Also, if you enjoy this episode and would like to hear more from us, please subscribe to Able Voice podcast and visit us on instagram (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly)!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette - https://soundcloud.com/chris-mouchette/able-voice-podcast-music).
Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
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Megan's links:
- The Poor Doctor YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdkaN15iMt8ov888jLbgqnQ
- The Poor Doctor Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepoordoctor?lang=en
- Megan's Instagram (here)
Calling all music therapy students, interns, and job hunters! Megan Aslanian joins us for this episode to talk about her journey to landing her dream internship and her dream job. Megan leaves us with 3 big tips: reflect/be honest, develop your brand, and make connections!
Subscribe to Able Voice Podcast and connect with us on social media (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly) to join the conversation.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette - https://soundcloud.com/chris-mouchette/able-voice-podcast-music).
Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
Learn more about Sing It Girls: here and here
Sign up for upcoming programs: https://forms.gle/dfqWLLeMApDb4oGK9
Megan's links:
- The Poor Doctor YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdkaN15iMt8ov888jLbgqnQ
- The Poor Doctor Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepoordoctor?lang=en
- Megan's Instagram (here)
This debrief covers Hayley and Kim's thoughts about the Able Voice Podcast episode with Bonnie Houpt-Siniard titled "Navigating the Music Therapist Career Path."
Watch the Youtube version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqnpZgBSSjo
Let us know how you enjoyed this episode. We would love to hear from you! Put your thoughts in the chat & leave us a review and rating on your podcast app. Also, if you enjoy this episode and would like to hear more from us, please subscribe to Able Voice podcast and visit us on instagram (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly)!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette - https://soundcloud.com/chris-mouchette/able-voice-podcast-music).
You can support the podcast through a gifted donation here: https://mtahayley.com/products/donate-to-able-voice-podcast
Learn more about Sing It Girls: here and here
Sign up for upcoming programs: https://forms.gle/dfqWLLeMApDb4oGK9
Learn more about Bonnie:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rhythmicrootsmusicservices/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rhythmicrootsmusicservices
Website - http://rhythmicrootsmusicservices.org/
Blogposts with accessibility tips:
https://rhythmicrootsmusicservices.org/blog/online-accessibility
https://rhythmicrootsmusicservices.org/blog/online-accessibility-alt-text-and-instagram-story-captions
We all have our unique Music Therapy journey’s and here at Able Voice Podcast we love hearing, celebrating, and sharing each of these beautiful stories.
In this episode we are joined by Bonnie Houpt-Siniard of Rhythmic Roots Music Services LLC who shares all about her experience and insights into navigating the music therapist career path. This conversation explores a wide range of topics from how to recognize and cope with burnout, to understanding your values and career needs. Bonnie even shares some great resources on how to make your social media more accessible.
Subscribe to Able Voice Podcast and connect with us on social media (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly) to join the conversation.
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette - https://soundcloud.com/chris-mouchette/able-voice-podcast-music).
Episode edited by: Sebastian Vaillancourt (vaillancourtsebastian@gmail.com)
Learn more about Sing It Girls: here and here
Sign up for upcoming programs: https://forms.gle/dfqWLLeMApDb4oGK9
Bonnie's links:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rhythmicrootsmusicservices/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rhythmicrootsmusicservices
Website - http://rhythmicrootsmusicservices.org/
Blogposts with accessibility tips:
https://rhythmicrootsmusicservices.org/blog/online-accessibility
https://rhythmicrootsmusicservices.org/blog/online-accessibility-alt-text-and-instagram-story-captions
This debrief covers Hayley and Kim's thoughts about the Able Voice Podcast episode with Daria Marmalik-Hajioannou titled "Music connections that make a difference."
Watch the Youtube version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ulw3yPX2BU
Let us know how you enjoyed this episode. We would love to hear from you! Put your thoughts in the chat & leave us a review and rating on your podcast app. Also, if you enjoy this episode and would like to hear more from us, please subscribe to Able Voice podcast and visit us on instagram (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly))!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette - https://soundcloud.com/chris-mouchette/able-voice-podcast-music).
You can support the podcast through a gifted donation here: https://mtahayley.com/products/donate-to-able-voice-podcast
Learn more about Daria:
DARIA's Artist Website With Free Crafts and Teacher Resources - http://www.dariamusic.com
The Music Museum Online - https://www.youtube.com/c/MusicMuseumOnline
DARIA’s Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/user/DariaMusic
Daria’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dariaworldmusicgal/
DARIA’s TPT site - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/World-Music-With-Daria
DARIA on SPOTIFY - https://open.spotify.com/artist/1k4iy6jZrQiycnfNjYlU3c
Welcome back to Able Voice Podcast with certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann and Kimberly Dolan. We are excited to release this episode with Daria Marmaluk-Hajioannou. Daria is a world music children’s songwriter and performer in the USA and around the world, creating music to inspire all the world’s children. 🧡🎙️✨
In this episode we talk all about music connections that make a difference. From Daria's experience traveling the world🌎 and learning about world music🎶 to using recycled materials♻️ and becoming self-aware about the impact we have on others (and the impact others have on us)! 🤝
Let us know how you enjoyed this episode. We would love to hear from you! Leave us a review and rating on your podcast app. Also, if you enjoy this episode and would like to hear more from us, please subscribe to Able Voice podcast and visit us on instagram (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly)!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette - https://soundcloud.com/chris-mouchette/able-voice-podcast-music).
Daria’s Links:
DARIA's Artist Website With Free Crafts and Teacher Resources - http://www.dariamusic.com
The Music Museum Online - https://www.youtube.com/c/MusicMuseumOnline
DARIA’s Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/user/DariaMusic
Daria’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dariaworldmusicgal/
DARIA’s TPT site - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/World-Music-With-Daria
DARIA on SPOTIFY - https://open.spotify.com/artist/1k4iy6jZrQiycnfNjYlU3c
"If you're already a music therapist you do have the skills to get the best out of the client and make the project happen"
In this week’s episode of Able Voice Podcast we are joined by Jay Fillion to talk a little bit about the world of music technology. Jay shared a bit of his musical journey from how he has always engaged with music and songwriting, to his work within corrections, to how he is connecting with music tech and recording since retiring.
Jay Fillion has recently retired after a varied 28+ year career in the criminal justice field, primarily as a counsellor and program facilitator. During his career, a highlight was helping to start a music program with the incarcerated women at Grand Valley Institution for Women. Since then, Jay has been exploring the world of recording, producing, and living life with the saying, “what would I do if I wasn’t afraid?”
We hope this episode provides you with some tools and insights to support your own journeys, and helps encourage you to set aside some of your hesitations and jump right in!
What would you do if you weren't afraid? We want to hear from you so join the conversation and let us know!
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Your voice is more than a melody. Join us in planting seeds in a growing field.
Show links:
http://www.basementworldstudio.com/
https://www.facebook.com/basementworldstudio
“Who moved my cheese?” by Spencer Johnson
@Kimberlydawnmusic
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette - https://soundcloud.com/chris-mouchette/able-voice-podcast-music).
Welcome back to another episode of Able Voice Podcast with Hayley and Kim. In this episode we are excited to introduce three guest panelists to share useful tips and insights about starting a private practice.
Miya Adout founded Miya Music Therapy in 2015 based on her vision to improve patient quality of life in healthcare settings throughout Ontario. Miya is a graduate of Concordia University where she received a Master of Arts in Creative Arts Therapies after having completed a BA in Cultural Studies. Miya works with individuals of all ages and abilities including with parents and infants, adolescents with autism, and seniors living with dementia. Miya is passionate about educating the public about the impact of music therapy through engaging presentations and workshops. Miya also sits on the board of the Music Therapy Association of Ontario, provides business coaching to healthcare entrepreneurs, and has created Connect 2 Music Therapy, an online global magazine for music therapists. When she's not providing music therapy or business coaching, Miya enjoys spending time with her toddler, spending time in nature, and practicing photography!
Mackenzie Costron’s journey is shaped through work as a Certified Music Therapist (MTA) and Registered Counselling Therapist (RCT) where she uses music and storytelling to bring hope, love and light into people’s lives. Mackenzie is also grateful to be the Owner and Founder of Find Your Voice Music Therapy with locations in Katarokwi/ Kingston, Ontario and K’jipuktuk/ Halifax, Nova Scotia. There she works with a team of heart-centered therapists where they strive to unite in love, hold safe space, and empower community. Mackenzie is beyond grateful to be in loving service as Co-Founder of Costron + Co alongside Jacquie Costron. Her training as a Licensed Heart Centered Facilitator and Fire Starter Sessions Facilitator, through Danielle Laporte, informs her work. She is passionate about supporting individuals through the development of their therapeutic, creative, health, wellness business. To shine their beautiful light and share their gifts with community.
Danielle Nicholls, BMT, MTA, is the owner and operator of Dolce Music Therapy, and is an accredited music therapist in good standing with the Canadian Association of Music Therapists. She completed her Bachelor of Music Therapy from Wilfrid Laurier University in 2016, where she studied voice. She graduated with Honours-with Distinction, and a minor in Psychology. After graduation, she completed her internship in the Hamilton/Burlington area, focusing on music therapy in palliative/hospice care, and long-term care settings. Since moving to Ottawa in 2017, she has been continuing to work with seniors and adults in mental health and dementia care. Using a client-centered and music-centered approach, Danielle incorporates her vocal training and guitar skills to focus on clients’ abilities and meeting them in the moment. She is passionate about using music to help people connect with each other and themselves.
We are excited for you to dive into this insightful discussion answering the following questions: What skills and tools are useful when transitioning from a creative mindset to a business/entrepreneur mindset? Can both mindsets still co-exist? Why is it important to understand your professional identity when deciding to start a private practice? What advice might you give people afraid of taking the step to start their own private practice? What have you learned during that experience?
Let us know how you enjoyed this episode. We would love to hear from you! Leave us a review and rating on your podcast app. Also, if you enjoy this episode and would like to hear more from us, please subscribe to Able Voice podcast and visit us on instagram (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly)!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud...
Welcome back to Able Voice Podcast with certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann and Kimberly Dolan. We are excited to release this episode with Stacy Jowett. Stacy has been practicing in the field of recreation therapy for over 20 years primarily serving individuals living with mental health issues and living with dementia. Recently, to add to her therapeutic recreation education she received her B.A with a concentration in Gerontology and has also begun taking courses in end of life care. Interprofessional collaboration has always been an important aspect of Stacy’s service delivery as she believes that when professionals from different backgrounds support individuals together greater outcomes can be achieved which can be empowering and powerful for the service recipient. We’re grateful for the interdisciplinary relationship we have built with Stacy over the past few years, because as she mentions in this episode - WE CAN’T DO IT ALL!
Let us know how you enjoyed this episode. We would love to hear from you! Leave us a review and rating on your podcast app. Also, if you enjoy this episode and would like to hear more from us, please subscribe to Able Voice podcast and visit us on instagram (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly)!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette - https://soundcloud.com/chris-mouchette/able-voice-podcast-music).
Welcome back to Able Voice Podcast with certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann and Kimberly Dolan. We are excited to release this episode with Sarah Bell. Sarah is based in Saint John, southern New Brunswick. She recently finished a five year term, at the end of June 2020, with Arpeggio Music Therapy services. Sarah is a graduate of Concordia University, where she received a Master of Arts in Creative Arts Therapies (Music Therapy after having completed a BHons. in Music Education and Psychology at the University of Western Ontario. Sarah has worked with a variety of clientele from infants, newcomers from diverse backgrounds, people living with mental illness and those living with dementia. Sarah sits on the Atlantic Association of Music Therapy as the Membership Chair and is a founding member of the Equity Advisory Council to the Canadian Association of Music Therapists. She is passionate about social justice and enjoys spending time at L’Arche, a community for people with various intellectual abilities.
Let us know how you enjoyed this episode. We would love to hear from you! Leave us a review and rating on your podcast app. Also, if you enjoy this episode and would like to hear more from us, please subscribe to Able Voice podcast and visit us on instagram (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly)!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette - https://soundcloud.com/chris-mouchette/able-voice-podcast-music).
Welcome back to Able Voice Podcast with certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann and Kimberly Dolan. We are excited to release this second episode in our Podcast in a Park series. It's so great to be connected outside at a safe distance to record this episode for you. As we sit outside and talk about life in a pandemic, you may hear various sounds in the environment around us. We hope this adds to your experience while listening!
Let us know how you enjoyed this episode. We would love to hear from you! Leave us a review and rating on your podcast app. Also, if you enjoy this episode and would like to hear more from us, please subscribe to Able Voice podcast and visit us on instagram (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly)!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette - https://soundcloud.com/chris-mouchette/able-voice-podcast-music).
Welcome back to Able Voice Podcast with certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann and Kimberly Dolan. In honor of this, our 10th episode, we wanted to celebrate with something special! A bloopers episode! You read that right... a bloopers episode. Hopefully this makes you laugh just as much as it did us.
Why would we decide to do this to ourselves? As music therapists, we learn to embrace the unconventional moments, the silly moments, the unexpected moments AND view them not as failures or distractions but as opportunities to tap into our humanity. So, we invite you to let loose with us during this episode because we are all in need of a good laugh.
Let us know how you enjoyed this episode. We would love to hear from you! Leave us a review and rating on your podcast app. Also, if you enjoy this episode and would like to hear more from us, please subscribe to Able Voice podcast and visit us on instagram (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly)!
AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette - https://soundcloud.com/chris-mouchette/able-voice-podcast-music).
We do not own any of the rights to the following audio clips:
"The Little Mermaid - Part Of Your World (Karaoke Version)" posted by Sing King on youtube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wnWKoEATxh8
"Mena Massoud, Naomi Scott - A Whole New World (Karaoke Version)" posted by Sing King on youtube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4hwpLK7CWVM
Welcome back to Able Voice Podcast with certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann and Kimberly Dolan. In this episode we talk about and actively engage in toning. We decided to visit a park to record this episode and so, the sound quality may not be the best. We encourage you to put in your headphones and join us along this melodic journey.
Let us know how you enjoyed this toning experience. We would love to hear from you! Leave us a review and rating on your podcast app. Also, if you enjoy this episode and would like to hear more from us, please subscribe to Able Voice podcast and visit us on instagram (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly)!
Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette - https://soundcloud.com/chris-mouchette/able-voice-podcast-music).
Beatboxing Soundclip by: Lovell (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TeTgQXPB4bY&list=PLu3jtoRY-KlpfB0MfsYTUOKAg9kSILh29)
Welcome back to Able Voice Podcast with certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann and Kimberly Dolan. In this episode we talk about identity. This is a big topic that has many layers. We have both discovered, along our journeys, pieces of our identities as human beings that correlate with our professional identities and pieces that do not.
This episode of AVP was recorded before the escalation of recent world events surrounding the targeted police brutality and oppression of Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC). However, we challenge you to further consider how the factors of your intersectionality - including race, sexuality, age, level of education, ability, religion, gender identity, nationality, etc. - relate to your identity as a music therapist. We challenge you to think about the parts of your whole self that tangibly transfer into your identity as a music therapist. We would love to hear from you!
If you enjoy this episode and would like to hear more from us, please subscribe to Able Voice podcast and visit us on instagram(@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly)!
Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette - https://soundcloud.com/chris-mouchette/able-voice-podcast-music).
Purchase your copy of Mandy's Mom, The Music Therapist Book - https://mtahayley.com/collections/all
Welcome back to Able Voice Podcast with certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann and Kimberly Dolan. In this episode we talk with Daiva Paskauskas of Harmonia Music Therapy in Toronto, ON. Daiva is a certified music therapist and Reiki practitioner. During our chat, we learn more about the ways Reiki can be used within a music therapy setting. We also talk hope - hope for the future of this profession, hope for more diversity & social justice.
We challenge you to think about how you create an anti-oppressive environment professionally and personally. Be sure to let us know your thoughts after listening. We would love to hear from you.
If you enjoy this episode and would like to hear more from us, please subscribe to Able Voice podcast and visit us on instagram(@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly)!
Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette - https://soundcloud.com/chris-mouchette/able-voice-podcast-music).
Connect with Daiva:
www.harmoniamusictherapy.com
@harmoniamusictherapy (instagram)
Harmonia Music Therapy (facebook)
harmoniamusictherapy@gmail.com
Links mentioned in this episode:
@clarekenty (instagram for Reiki Coach)
https://www.medicinalmelodiesllc.com/ (Jenna Bollard-Markovitz MTBC practicing MT and Reiki in LA)
Welcome back to Able Voice Podcast with certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann and Kimberly Dolan. In this episode we talk about creating safe space and the importance that holds within the therapeutic relationship.
This episode of AVP was recorded before the escalation of recent world events surrounding the targeted police brutality and oppression of Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC). However, we still think this is an important topic to present this week. It might be more important to hear now than ever before.
We challenge you to think about how you create safe and diverse spaces within your workplace, within your homes, and within your practice. Be sure to let us know your thoughts after listening. We would love to hear from you.
If you enjoy this episode and would like to hear more from us, please subscribe to Able Voice podcast and visit us on instagram(@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly)!
Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette - https://soundcloud.com/chris-mouchette/able-voice-podcast-music).
Welcome back to Able Voice Podcast with certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann and Kimberly Dolan. In this episode we talk about closure - a topic that music therapists have plenty of theory about during the course of study. However, sometimes closure isn't always as neat and tidy as we might hope it to be. In this episode we explore how we navigate closure or, in some cases, lack of, both for our clients and for ourselves. We talk about the unique situation COVID-19 has placed us in and the state of pause it has placed on some of our relationships with facilities and clients. This is a topic that has the capacity to go much deeper and we want to hear from you! Take a listen, let us know your thoughts, and maybe even share some tips!
If you enjoy this episode and would like to hear more from us, please subscribe to Able Voice podcast and visit us on instagram(@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly)!
Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette - https://soundcloud.com/chris-mouchette/able-voice-podcast-music).
Welcome back to Able Voice Podcast with certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann and Kimberly Dolan. In this episode we talk about dual relationships with certified music therapist Tamara Leszner-Rovet. Tamara is the owner of Tamara's piano studio & music therapy services (@tpsmtstor) which specializes in working with children and adolescents with neurological disorders and developmental delays. In addition to this role as a clinical music therapist, Tamara is also a mother to a young child with special needs. We talk all about the challenges and triumphs of navigating this dual role and the professional and personal lessons Tamara has learned along the way.
If you enjoy this episode and would like to hear more from us, please subscribe to Able Voice podcast and visit us on instagram(@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly)!
Music by: Christopher Mouchette. Follow him on instagram (@cmouchette_) and Soundcloud (Chris Mouchette - https://soundcloud.com/chris-mouchette/able-voice-podcast-music).
Welcome back to Able Voice Podcast with certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann and Kimberly Dolan. In this episode we talk about self-care and why this is so important to make time for in a helping profession. We cannot pour from an empty cup. It's so important to figure out what works for you and to do what fills your cup so that you can be the best version of you possible. Visit us on instagram (@mtahayley & @mta.kimberly) and let us know what you do to self-care!
Welcome back to Able Voice Podcast with Hayley and Kim! In this episode we talk about community and the influence community has within different contexts. Join our Able Voice Community by connecting with us on instagram @mtahayley & @mta.kimberly. We would love to hear from you and share in your unique perspective.
In this first episode we talk about our individual journeys to becoming certified music therapists. We also talk about the similarities and differences between our paths and the various options aspiring music therapists have for pursuing a career in music therapy. Join the conversation by connecting with us on instagram @mtahayley & @mta.kimberly. This is only the beginning! Subscribe to this podcast to hear more episodes from us.