What is Music therapy

Music therapy is the scientific discipline that deals with the therapeutic use of music and musical elements (sound, rhythm, melody, harmony, complexion, intensity). To support and develop the mental, emotional, social, physical, mental, cognitive and spiritual state of the individual. Music therapy does not aim at artistic result, entertainment or music education.

(Cyprus Music Therapy Association)

Music therapy Is aimed at children, adolescents and adults and can help effectively in cases such as:

• Stress and Anxiety
• Pervasive Developmental Difficulties
• Neurological difficulties
• Dependencies
• Newborns
• Senile Dementia
• Speech and Speech Disorders
• Serious Diseases
• Learning disabilities
• Learning Disabilities (Autism, Down Syndrome etc)
• Emotional Difficulties and Behavioral difficulties
• Mental Disorders
• Eating disorders
• Visual and auditory disabilities

In Addition, Music Therapy is aimed at pregnant women and individuals seeking a means of expression, personal development and support