Individual Music Therapy Services
Serving Jacksonville, FL & beyond.
Music therapy is the evidence based use of music interventions to accomplish individualized goals. Music therapy sessions at Music Therapy Now are adapted to meet the mental health and wellness goals of each client through creative, music based experiences. In-person sessions available for local clients, with convenient Telehealth options for those further away.
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Step Up for Students Approved Provider.
What We Address
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Stress and anxiety
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Depression
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Coping skills
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Self-expression
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Socialization
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Self-esteem & confidence
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Communication
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Loss and grief
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Emotional regulation
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​Cognition
How We Address It
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Lyric analysis
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Songwriting
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Recording
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Relaxation
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Singing
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Improvisation
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Musical games
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Mindfulness
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Adapted Instrument Lessons
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​Instrument play
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When, Where & How
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Available locally in-home or via Telehealth, allowing you to receive support from the comfort of your own home.
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Individual sessions are typically scheduled once per week, though sessions may be offered several times a week if appropriate​
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Music therapist provides all instruments and materials needed for each session.
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What do music therapy sessions look like?Each music therapy session at Music Therapy Now is tailored to the unique needs of the individual. Sessions may involve a variety of approaches, including: Analyzing the lyrics of a client’s favorite song to explore personal meaning and apply insights to real-life situations. Writing original songs to process significant life events or emotions. Learning and playing a new instrument to build positive coping skills and emotional resilience. Improvising and playing instruments to explore and understand our emotions. As a humanistic music therapist, Dannielle empowers clients to take an active role in their therapy. She encourages them to decide what they want to explore, discuss, and experience in each session, ensuring a personalized, client-centered approach that fosters growth and self-expression.
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How is music therapy beneficial?A Safe and Confidential Space: Music therapy provides a non-judgmental environment where you can express and explore your emotions freely, knowing you're in a supportive space. Individualized Music Based Experiences: Therapy sessions are tailored to your unique needs and goals, ensuring that you receive the most relevant support. Relief from Symptoms: Music therapy can help reduce symptoms of anxiety, anger, and depression, fostering emotional relief and balance. Emotional Resilience: It supports the development of coping strategies to help you manage and tolerate difficult emotions, allowing you to recover more quickly from challenging experiences. Healthy Expression and Improved Communication: Through music, you can express feelings in a safe, constructive way, which can also enhance your ability to communicate and connect with others. Feeling Heard and Validated: In music therapy, you’ll feel understood, listened to, and reassured, helping you build emotional strength and confidence. Overcoming Obstacles: Music therapy can help you break through emotional blocks, allowing for quicker progress toward your personal goals and greater overall well-being.
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Who can benefit from music therapy services?Anybody! Music Therapy Now specializes in the mental health and wellness needs of kids, adolescents, teens and adults with: Mental health challenges Brain injuries Physical disabilities Acute diagnoses Chronic Pain Trauma Grief & bereavement ASD and more!
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How long are music therapy sessions?Music therapy sessions are 50 minutes and typically take place once a week. Based on client and family needs, sessions may be biweekly or occur more than once a week.
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What do music therapy sessions cost?$110 per individual, 1-hour session. Florida residents can use the Step Up for Students Scholarship—Music Therapy Now is an approved provider. Our pricing reflects the specialized nature of our services, which are carefully tailored to support individuals through music therapy. As a private pay practice, we are able to offer flexibility and personalization that may not always be possible through insurance. This approach ensures that we can focus on meeting you and your child where you are, providing care that is uniquely suited to your family’s needs.
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Do I need to have a musical background to do music therapy?Nope! No music experience is needed to benefit from music therapy services.
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Why Music Therapy Now?At Music Therapy Now, our board-certified music therapists specialize in addressing the mental health and wellness needs of adolescents, teens, and adults. With extensive clinical experience in both hospital and private practice settings, our therapists are equipped to work with individuals facing a variety of challenges, including: Hematology/Oncology Acute Mental Health Crises Medically Complex Conditions Trauma and PTSD Disabilities Our therapists bring a compassionate, individualized approach to each session, helping patients navigate their unique struggles and improve overall emotional and psychological well-being through the power of music.