'Music is a world within itself,
with a language we all understand.'
Stevie Wonder
Music Therapy
What is music therapy?
Music therapy is an established practice that uses music as a tool to create space for communication, connection, creativity and expression. It can help to support and improve cognitive functioning, motor skills and identity, and can have a positive impact on physical, social, mental and emotional wellbeing. The power of the therapeutic process lies in the musical relationship and is based on participation and collaboration.
Who is music therapy for?
Music therapy is for everyone. You don't need to have any musical experience to participate or benefit from it.
We are all musical beings that can respond to music regardless of age, ability or background.
Each session is tailored to meet the health and wellbeing needs of individual clients or groups.
Music therapy can support a range of needs including...
dementia
communication challenges
autism
parent-infant bonding
neurological
conditions
learning
difficulties
mental
health
ADHD
life-limiting illness
brain injury
bereavement
emotional
&
behavioural
challenges
The music sounds better
with you!
How does it work?
My music therapy practice is person and music-centered. This means I make music with clients in whatever way they are able, using voice and a range of instruments to communicate, connect and cultivate musical companionship. It is very much a collaborative process involving a combination of improvised music, familiar songs and songwriting.
Some of the benefits are...
improved
well-being
self-esteem
communication
confidence
personal growth
social interaction
emotional
regulation
stimulates
memory
spontaneity
&
creativity
reduced anxiety,
stress, discomfort
& isolation
emotional
expression
'Where words fail, music speaks'
Hans Christian Anderson
About
Hello! My name is Mohini and I am a qualified music therapist, trained in the Nordoff Robbins approach. I am also a songwriter, presenter and mum of two.
I am based in South Bucks and also cover parts of Berks, Herts and West London. I have experience working in a variety of settings and through music therapy, can support a wide range of needs and conditions. My practice is culturally sensitive, neurodiversity affirmative and trauma informed.
I am registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), a member of the British Association of Music Therapy (BAMT) and have an Enhanced DBS Certificate.
Qualifications
MMT Nordoff Robbins / Goldsmiths
BA Hons French, University College London (UCL)
Songwriting
Songs I have written have been featured on networks such as Netflix, Amazon and MTV. I write with independent artists around the world and also release music myself. Throughout my life, songwriting has been a way for me to process my thoughts and feelings as well as make sense of the world around me - it can be a helpful tool for reflection, self-expression and creativity. I only found the courage to start sharing songs with family, friends and the world in my late 30's - it's never too late to have a go! Feel free to have a listen to a small selection of them below.
Television
My career background is in television with over 15 years experience as a presenter, live host and voiceover artist in the UK and Asia Pacific. I had an incredible time working across a variety of genres including children’s, music, film, history, travel, sport and corporate, hosting programmes and events for networks and companies such as the BBC (CBBC, CBeebies, BBC1, BBC2, BBC Worldwide), ITV, Discovery, HBO, ESPN, Channel News Asia and RBS. It was a privilege to learn, share and grow from meeting and working with creative and talented people from different cultures across the world.
My passion for music and communication drives my work, the common thread being
the power of human connection.
Services
Individual
sessions
Songwriting coaching
&
workshops
Half or full day
music therapy
service
schools, day centres
services for children & young people
care homes, hospice care
Group
sessions
Music therapy sessions are as unique as each client that attends and tailored to meet the health and wellbeing needs of the individual or group.
Private sessions can be arranged in various settings including community spaces, schools, care homes and day services. At-home sessions are also possible.
Following an initial phone consultation, introductory session and assessment (if required), we will discuss and formulate therapeutic goals to work towards. The number of sessions varies according to the client's need. However, a block of 6 to 10 regular sessions is recommended initially, each lasting between 30-45 minutes.
I welcome self-referrals as well as referrals from parents, guardians, teachers and health care professionals.
