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California Music Therapy- Special Education IEP Law Update
It’s Official! Music therapy has been formally added as a related service to California special education law. While not all students in special education require music therapy, the new regulations will help provide clarification for parents and professionals who are considering music therapy as part of a student’s Individualized Education …
We Are Music Therapists – Music Therapy Advocacy Poster
January is music therapy advocacy month, with the theme “We are… Music Therapists!” In the realm of special education, with increasing focus on professional qualifications, it’s important that we, as music therapists, educate the community about our field and qualifications. To help with the cause, we’ve developed this free music …
The SongStream Project Voices of Autism Podcast
Listen to the music and stories from the hearts of families affected by autism in the Voices of Autism show. In partnership with Coast Music Therapy, The SongStream Project nonprofit recorded interview and songs from four incredible individuals with autism and their families.
Neurologic Music Therapy in Special Education
The Coast Music Therapy staff take a field trip from San Diego, California to Colorado State University for a 4-day training in Neurologic Music Therapy (NMT). Our team of board certified music therapists updated their knowledge on the latest brain-based music therapy treatment and research during this intensive 30-hour course. …
Coast Music Therapy Recital to Honor Earth Day
Save the date for our annual star student recital on Saturday April 27, 2013. Family, friends, and the special needs community are welcomed to join us at this event. This year’s Earth Day theme will include eco-friendly decor and a special Coast Music Therapy recital staff performance!
California Music Therapists Need Your Help!
A simple email from you can make a difference for the future of music therapy in special education. Whether you are one of the many California music therapists, a special education provider, teacher, psychologist, social worker, doctor, behavior therapist, parent, grandparent, or just a public citizen who is a supporter …
Williams Syndrome Association Holiday Gala
Music, Food, festivities, fun, and friends! Through song, movement, instruments, bubbles, and scarves, everyone had a chance to walk in the winter wonderland at this annual holiday event.