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My Career Stumbles (So Far)

I have no idea why the American Music Therapy Association plans their annual conference the weekend before Thanksgiving. Every November, I’m on the road (or in the air) for a week or more depending on where the conference is held […]

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Balancing Time

Starting my full time job in 2012, I felt I had finally arrived. I was self-sufficient, earning money, and finally had insurance! Being employed also made me re-think how I spent my time. Being paid to provide music therapy was […]

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Two Years Out: What Keeps Me Going

I still consider myself a “newbie” to the music therapy, but find myself more dedicated to the field after passing my second anniversary of clinical practice. In addition to a deeper confidence and greater flexibility while leading sessions (which is a […]

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Music Therapy Worries

I’m entering my second year of clinical practice and I’ve just been approved for my first practicum student! Thinking back to my music therapy major days, there was so much to juggle: classes, fieldwork, practicing… There were a few things […]

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First Year Lessons

At the last staff meeting, my first work anniversary was announced. My boss asked me how it felt and all I could think to say was, “That was fast!”. It is a little surreal to think that I’ve been a […]

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To Volunteer Or Not To Volunteer?

As a music therapist, volunteerism is a grey area. Though music therapists offer a valuable skill set, we are also working to establish our profession in a market that doesn’t fully appreciate our employment potential. First off, my experiences volunteering […]

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