Music Therapy

The health benefits of listening to and experiencing music are well know. Research has shown that music can reduce anxiety, blood pressure, and pain as well as improve sleep quality, mood, mental alertness, and memory.

Here at The Chiltern Centre, music plays a huge part in our everyday activities. From the simplicity of having the radio playing at the Centre (Heart is our favourite station, but other stations are available!) to our specialised one-to-one music therapy sessions, we understand how beneficial to everyones health music can be.

One-to-one music therapy sessions allow each of our young adults an individualised approach and sensory experience to their session. A wide range of musical styles and instruments can be used, and the music can often be improvised. Using music in this way enables our young adults to create their own unique musical language in which to connect with the world and express themselves. Music Therapy is particularly effective for those who have difficulty communicating verbally. The benefits really are endless!

Everyone has the ability to respond to music, and Music Therapy uses this connection to create positive changes in emotional wellbeing and communication through the engagement in live musical interaction. It can help develop communication skills, improve self-confidence and independence, enhance self-awareness and awareness of others as well as improve concentration and attention skills.