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My experience as a classically-trained vocalist and music psychotherapist has shown me the unique ability the voice holds to connect inwards with ourselves, and express outwards with others.
I am recognized by the CRPO as a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), holding a Master of Music Therapy degree from Wilfrid Laurier University, and a BMus in Vocal Performance from Brandon University’s School of Music in Manitoba. I hold experience providing music psychotherapy to individuals across the lifespan in various settings including hospice, paediatric palliative care, inpatient mental health and long-term care. In addition to LAMA, I currently provide creative arts/music psychotherapy services to children and adolescents at Bloom Child and Family Therapy in Kitchener, ON.
I discovered my passion for teaching adapted lessons after witnessing the positive impact learning an instrument and/or how to sing has on children and adults alike. Over the past two years I have taught adapted music lessons to individuals in supportive housing, alternative education programs, and as a volunteer voice instructor for the Community Music School of the Waterloo Region. My approach to therapy and teaching are informed by person-centred and anti-oppressive care which guide my goal of being an accessible, compassionate and politically-informed therapist/teacher.
My psychotherapy services may be covered by insurance. Please reach out for more information.
- The George Stroumboulopoulos Music Therapy Scholarship (2024)
- Laurier Graduate Scholarship (2023)
- Brandon Sun Rose Bowl Trophy and Scholarship for Grade A Voice (2020)
- Brandon University - Arthur and Abbie Vining Memorial Graduate Scholarship in Music (2020)
- Brandon University - Laura Grace Taylor Scholarship in Vocal Music (2018)
I believe everyone should have equal access to safe and supportive musical experiences. While reflecting on my own experience with music, I realized there was a part of myself that felt pressure to be “perfect” because of perfectionism culture embedded in Western classical music training. Music therapy taught me that my love for singing is not motivated by “perfection”, it is motivated by a desire to understand and express myself in the most authentic way possible. With this learning in mind, I strive to take perfectionism out of the music room and foster creative, supportive and empowering musical experiences for all.
Contact Info:
E: LAMA@wlu.ca