The Power of Music Therapy: Wellbeing for Children and Adults

Music has the power to uplift, heal, and transform our emotions. From a child’s first lullaby to the songs that bring back cherished memories, music influences our mind, body, and spirit in profound ways. But did you know that music therapy is backed by science as a tool to support mental, emotional, and psychological wellbeing?

Why Music Therapy?

We believe that music provides a distraction for the mind, slows down the body’s natural rhythms, and alters our mood, which in turn influences behaviour. This is especially important for children and adults facing stress, anxiety, or difficulties in emotional regulation.

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Music therapy, within a clinical setting, is the prescribed use of music in order to restore, maintain, and improve emotional, physical, physiological, and spiritual wellbeing.

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10 Research-Backed Benefits of Music Therapy

  1. Reduces Anxiety & Stress
    Studies show that listening to music lowers cortisol, the stress hormone, helping both children and adults feel calmer (Chanda & Levitin, 2013).
  2. Improves Sleep Quality
    Soft, slow-tempo music has been found to reduce insomnia symptoms and improve sleep in children and adults (Jesperson et al., 2015).
  3. Enhances Learning & Focus
    Rhythmic music can improve memory and concentration, making it an excellent tool for children with learning difficulties (Schellenberg, 2005).
  4. Boosts Mood & Emotional Wellbeing
    Music releases dopamine, the brain’s “feel-good” chemical, helping to elevate mood and combat symptoms of depression (Salimpoor et al., 2011).
  5. Helps Children with Autism & ADHD
    Studies have found that music therapy enhances social interaction and communication skills in children with autism and ADHD (Geretsegger et al., 2014).
  6. Encourages Movement & Physical Activity
    Whether through dance or simple movement, music improves motor skills and coordination, especially in children (Zelaznik & Rosenbaum, 2010).
  7. Aids Emotional Expression
    Many children and adults struggle to verbalise their emotions—music helps them express feelings in a safe, therapeutic way (Koelsch et al., 2006).
  8. Strengthens Parent-Child Bonds
    Singing and listening to music together fosters connection and emotional closeness between children and parents (Trehub & Trainor, 1998).
  9. Reduces Pain Perception
    Studies show that listening to calming music can lower pain perception, making it helpful for children undergoing medical treatments (Bradt et al., 2011).
  10. Promotes Relaxation & Mindfulness
    Slow, soothing music promotes a state of relaxation, helping both kids and adults practice mindfulness and emotional regulation (Thoma et al., 2013)
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