Interested in pursuing music therapy for someone you know?
Step 1 – Make A Referral
- Parents: Click here to view and print the Music Therapy Assessment Questionnaire Form. Complete the form and fax/mail it to our agency.
- Teachers/Therapists: Click here to view and print the Music Therapy Assessment Referral Checklist and the Music Therapy Assessment Referral Form. Complete each form and submit one copy of each to the school district and one to our agency.
- We will schedule a music therapy assessment upon receiving the pertinent paperwork from the parent and Committee on Special Education for children 3 years old or older.
Step 2 – Music Therapy Assessment
- Our qualified therapists schedule and conduct music therapy assessments upon receiving a referral and appropriate paperwork from a parent, teacher, therapist, the Committee on Preschool Special Education, or the Committee on Special Education.
- The assessment includes review of current service reports, parent/teacher/therapist interviews, observations in a non-music setting, and implementation of music in a similar setting.
- The data collected is compiled and presented in a Music Therapy Assessment Report.
- Recommendations/Goals/Objectives are provided when there is proof of eligibility.
Step 3 – Determining Appropriate Setting for Services
- A child under the age of 3 years old can receive services in the home, daycare, or at our center.
- A child who is 3 – 5 years old can receive services in the home, daycare, in a pre-school setting, or at our center.
- The Committee on Preschool Special Education determines the most appropriate setting for services when included on the IEP.
- Parents choose their preferred setting when paying privately for services.
- A child who is 5 – 21 years old can receive services in the home, daycare, in school, or at our center.
- The Committee on Special Education requires services to be provided within the school setting.
- Parents choose their preferred setting when paying privately for services.
- An individual who is 21 year or older can attend a class or a lesson in the community, the home or at our center.
Step 4 – Scheduling and Beginning Therapy
- After receiving approval to begin services the assigned therapist will contact the teacher, therapist and/or parent to schedule the approved frequency of sessions.
- Once our agency receives the IEP documenting music therapy and a start date, or a private contract from the parent, services will begin.
Step 5 – Monitoring Progress
- Our therapists will complete and provide quarterly and annual reports to document progress, strengths and needs.
- Our therapists are always open to receiving contacts from parents, teachers and service providers.
- Our therapists will attend annual meetings to share pertinent information and provide future recommendations.
Additional Services:
Early Intervention: Although currently there is no funding for children under the age of 3 years old to receive music therapy, our agency offers opportunities for these children and their parents to implement this service.
- Private Pay: Click here to view our Music Therapy assessment questionnaire. Contact us for more information.
- Music Explorers: Click here to go to the link.
Preschools: Our agency provides pre-school music therapy groups in centers and daycare facilities. These groups are designed to promote learning in a fun musical environment with adaptation for children with special needs. Contact our agency for more information.
Private: We provide private music therapy sessions to individuals of all ages. Please contact our agency for more information and availability.
Music Appreciation Class (Home-Based)*: An opportunity for an individual to experience music in a small group. The content will be defined according to the individual’s interest, ability and group size.
- Class rate (within 15 miles of our Penfield Office): $45/half-hour, $90/hour
- Class rate (15-30 miles from our Penfield Office): $50/half-hour, $100/hour
Adapted Instrumental Class/Lessons (Home-Based)*: Non-therapeutic instrumental lessons for special learners, using adapted techniques to develop musical skills.
- Class rate (within 15 miles of our Penfield Office): $45/half-hour, $90/hour
- Class rate (15-30 miles from our Penfield Office): $50/half-hour, $100/hour
Learning Through Music Class (Home-Based)*: An opportunity for an individual of any age to learn new concepts during instrument playing, singing and movement.
- Class rate (within 15 miles of our Penfield Office): $45/half-hour, $90/hour
- Class rate (15-30 miles from our Penfield Office): $50/half-hour, $100/hour
*Late Cancellation Policy: UMTC's policy is to bill for sessions that are cancelled with less than 2 hours notice. In instances of late or no notification cancellations, the family will be billed directly for the cancelled session, as it is not covered under self-directed funding.
Presentations/Workshops: Our agency offers presentations and workshops on music therapy related topics including but not limited to;
- What is Music Therapy?
- Music Therapy and Autism
- Music Therapy in Natural Environments
- Implementing Music into the Classroom
- Music Therapy and Self-Care
Shadowing/Clinical Supervision: In an effort to support high school and undergraduate college students with an interest in music therapy for higher education, we are committed to offering opportunities for shadowing and clinical supervision.
- High School Students: A representative from your school district must refer you to our agency. All students must then contact the agency to begin the scheduling process. Shadowing opportunities do not exceed 5 hours of therapy session observation.
- Undergraduate Students: The college student must contact the agency. If determined eligible for shadowing or the clinical supervision practicum, a referral will be made to one of our Board Certified Music Therapists. They will contact you to set up a schedule.