39 - Esther Thane and Meeting in the Music
Music's therapeutic qualities make it a natural fit for the neurodivergent community. Samantha discusses this with Esther Thane, focusing on a holistic approach to music therapy. Their conversation highlights how this method has empowered many neurodivergent individuals to achieve self-regulation and other valuable benefits! Stay tuned!
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Show Notes
Here's what to expect on the podcast:
- How Esther discovered music therapy as a career path.
- What does a holistic approach to music therapy entail?
- Esther tailors music therapy techniques to meet the unique needs of neurodivergent individuals.
- Self-care is essential for therapists and parents to maintain regulation and presence.
- And much more!
About Esther:
Esther Thane, BMT, MTA, AVPT, has specialized since 1996 in neurodivergent individuals & diverse needs. After over a decade on faculty at Capilano University, Esther continues to present at conferences, publish, consult, & hold workshops/in-services. In 2014, Esther completed Dr. Diane Austin's (Music Psychotherapy Center, New York) training program in Advanced Vocal Psychotherapy. Her publication in the book: Voicework in Music Therapy focuses on her innovative method of Vocal-Led Relaxation for Children with Autism. Esther created the Meet In The Music© (MITM) music therapy curriculum, which is utilized by music therapists globally. Esther is the Executive Director of ET Music Therapy in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, where the team serves 200+ clients in their 2 studios, in schools, group homes, in-home, adult day programs, and telehealth.
Esther has received numerous awards, including:
1. “Iconic Women Creating a Better World For All Award”, presented by the Women Economic Forum in New Delhi, India (2017)
2. “Peer Recognition Award for Innovation and Advocacy”, presented by the Canadian Association For Music Therapy (2021)
3. Luminous Alumni Award of Excellence, presented by Capilano University (2024)
Connect with Esther Thane!
Website: https://www.etmusictherapy.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/et-music-therapy/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/etmusictherapy
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/etmusictherapy/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@etmusictherapy
Connect with Samantha Foote!
Website: www.boisemusictherapycompany.com
Email: [email protected]
Consultation: https://letsmeet.io/boisemusictherapycompany/30-minute-phone-consultation
Connect with Samantha Foote!
Website: https://everybrainisdifferent.com/