Group Music Therapy Sessions

If your community, facility, or organization is interested in bringing music therapy services to your residents, participants, or clients, I would love to connect with you.

Together, we can create engaging, evidence-based group music therapy experiences that promote social connection, cognitive stimulation, emotional well-being, self-expression, and overall quality of life.

What Is Music Therapy?

Music therapy is a clinical and evidence-based healthcare profession in which music is used intentionally to address physical, emotional, cognitive, social, and communication goals. Music therapy sessions are facilitated by a Board-Certified Music Therapist and are tailored to each individual's unique strengths, needs, interests, and goals.

Music therapy is much more than simply listening to music. Sessions may include singing, instrument playing, movement, songwriting, improvisation, reminiscence, relaxation techniques, neurologic music therapy interventions, and other music-based experiences designed to support growth, wellness, and quality of life.

Who I Serve

Meadowlark Music Therapy Services provides on-site group music therapy programs for organizations, facilities, and community groups throughout Northern Virginia. The music therapist comes directly to your location, allowing participants to engage in meaningful therapeutic experiences within the comfort and familiarity of their own environment.

Group music therapy services are available for:

• Memory Care Communities

• Assisted Living Communities

• Skilled Nursing & Long-Term Care Facilities

• Adult Day Programs

• Hospice & Palliative Care Programs

• Schools & Classrooms

• Early Childhood Programs

• Autism Support Programs

• Social Skills Groups

• Children's Groups & Enrichment Programs

• Programs for Individuals with Developmental or Intellectual Disabilities

• Community Wellness & Recreational Programs

Each group is customized to meet the unique needs, abilities, and interests of the individuals being served. Sessions may focus on social connection, cognitive stimulation, communication, emotional expression, sensory engagement, reminiscence, movement, self-esteem, and overall quality of life.

Whether you are seeking a recurring program or a special event, Meadowlark Music Therapy Services brings engaging, evidence-based music therapy directly to your community, creating meaningful opportunities for connection, participation, and well-being.

What to Expect

Every group music therapy program begins with a conversation about your organization's goals, participant needs, and preferred programming style. Whether serving older adults, children, individuals with disabilities, or specialized populations, each group is thoughtfully designed to create meaningful and engaging experiences through music.

Group sessions may include:

• Singing familiar & preferred songs

• Live music experiences

• Instrument playing & rhythmic activities

• Movement to music

• Reminiscence & memory-focused interventions

• Cognitive stimulation activities

• Social interaction & group participation

• Creative expression through improvisation & songwriting

• Relaxation & stress reduction techniques

Programs are adapted to the abilities, interests, and therapeutic needs of participants and may focus on goals such as increasing engagement, supporting communication, promoting emotional well-being, encouraging social connection, enhancing cognitive functioning, and improving overall quality of life.

Sessions are available as one-time special events or ongoing programs and can be tailored to fit the needs of your community, facility, classroom, or organization.

Program Options

Meadowlark Music Therapy Services offers both recurring and special event programming, including:

• Weekly or monthly music therapy groups

• Memory care programs

• Assisted living & skilled nursing groups

• Classroom-based music therapy

• Autism & social skills groups

• Intergenerational programs

• Holiday & seasonal programs

• Community wellness events

Programs are customized to your setting, schedule, and participant needs.

Rates & Payment

Music therapy services at Meadowlark Music Therapy Services are private pay. Payment is due when scheduling unless other arrangements have been made.

Session rates vary depending on service type, location, and length of session. Travel within 25 minutes of Gainesville, Virginia is included in session fees. A travel fee may apply for locations outside the primary service area. Travel time is determined using Google Maps from Gainesville, VA at the time of scheduling. Please see below for pricing:

30-minute session: $90

45-minute session: $120

60-minute session: $150

Travel Fees: Up to 25 minutes of travel is included

26-35 minutes of travel adds a $15 travel fee

36-45 minutes of travel adds a $25 travel fee

46-60 minutes of travel adds a $40 travel fee

Over 60 minutes of travel, contact for availability and fees

Getting Started

If you are interested in learning more about music therapy services or would like to schedule a group session, I would love to connect with you.

Together, we can explore how music can support your community or event.

Please fill out an inquiry form here.