TEMPLE MUSIC THERAPY
Overview
The Temple Music Therapy is a collaborative program between Temple Music Preparatory and the Music Therapy Program of Temple University's Boyer College of Music and Dance. It is a place where the therapeutic potentials of music therapy are made available to children, adolescents and adults with varying types of special needs. Music therapy is effective with people who have a wide range of disabling conditions and/or social, emotional, or rehabilitative needs. The Temple University will focus on assisting developmentally delayed children and adults, children and teens with challenging behaviors, and individuals of all ages with sensory, cognitive or physical challenges.
No prior musical skill or training is required of clients in music therapy. Music therapists use specially-designed instruments and activities to make the health-enhancing benefits of music available to anyone, regardless of musical ability or disabling condition. A motivation toward musical experience or expression is all that is suggested for potential clients. All therapists are board-certified music therapists.
The Temple University Music Therapy is housed in the Temple Music Prep on the fifth floor of Temple University's Center City Campus building at 1515 Market Street. It is a fully accessible facility. For more information contact Mark Huxsoll at 215-204-1512 or by e-mail at musicprep@temple.edu
What is Music Therapy?
Music therapy is a systematic process in which a professional music therapist addresses a variety of social, emotional, cognitive and physical goals with adults and children. In music therapy, music experiences and the relationships that develop through them are the primary means for growth and development. Clients benefit from music therapy because the nonverbal qualities of music can reach them in ways that words cannot. It can offer a non-threatening way to work through challenges in all areas of functioning.
Who are the clinical staff members?
All of our therapists are board-certified music therapists or possess an equivalent professional credential. In order to be a music therapist, one must earn a degree in music therapy from an approved college or university, complete a supervised internship, and successfully pass a national certification exam. Clinical services will operate under the supervision of Dr. Kenneth Aigen, MT-BC, LCAT, NRMT, a music therapist and Temple music therapy faculty member, and a team of experienced music therapy clinicians.
What should I do if I am interested in Music Therapy?
For Referring Professionals
If you have a current client or student who you think may be a candidate for music therapy and you would like more information, please contact the Temple Music Prep office and you will be put in touch with a member of the clinical staff.
For Family Members or Self-Referral
If you would like to learn more about music therapy or to arrange an intake interview with Temple University's Music Therapy Clinic please contact us at 215-204-1512 or by e-mail at musicprep@temple.edu
How long are sessions and what is the cost?
Session lengths vary according to client needs. The fee for individual therapy sessions is $60 per session. Sessions are scheduled on a weekly basis. Music therapy may be covered by your health insurance or local school system. Check with your provider and local school authority. Music Prep cannot bill directly to insurance companies.
How can I contact the clinic?
By Telephone: 215-204-1512
By E-Mail: musicprep@temple.edu
