I also work with survivors of the trauma of sexual assault and intimate partner violence and am  a music therapist for the New York chapter of  The Angel Band Project which offers free music therapy programs for survivors.   

If you are in danger of sexual assault or violence call the 24-hour hotline - 800-656-HOPE or for more resources, call the NY Alliance against sexual assault (212) 514-SAFE (7233)  or go to RAIIN at https://www.rainn.org/ 

"3 C's of Mindfulness in Music Therapy"

Compassion, Curiosity, and Creativity.

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Compassion

is at the core of the therapeutic alliance in every session,  providing a sense of safety to release emotions, and begin to move and grow in new and healthy directions while feeling seen, heard, and supported during the healing process. 

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Creativity

is what helps us re-frame situations, see things through a new perspective,  and think "outside the box."  Self-inquiry using music, movement, meditation, creative writing, and visual art, can elicit positive shifts in our conscious and unconscious thoughts and actions. It is through creativity that we are able to access a deeper understanding and acceptance of ourselves  and situations that might otherwise seem insurmountable. The creative arts therapies help us embark on the

journey of self-actualization and well-being.

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Curiosity

is what allows us to discover things we never knew were possible by promoting balanced perspectives around our relationships to people and events. Curiosity helps us to accept, listen, observe non-judgmentally, and be open to new ideas, perspectives, and experiences. Changing patterns in conscious and unconscious behavior and emotional response can lead us towards a healthy and happy life.