Back Mountain Music Therapy, The Heyward Rooms LLC provides individualized music therapy in Northeast PA for children, adolescents, adults, and families. Located in Dallas, Pennsylvania, we serve clients throughout the Wyoming Valley, Luzerne County, Lackawanna County, and surrounding Northeastern Pennsylvania communities.
Music therapy uses music and a therapeutic relationship to support individualized goals related to communication, emotional regulation, attention, movement, social interaction, development, and participation. Each person’s treatment is tailored to their unique needs, strengths, interests, and goals.
Individualized Music Therapy Services
Music therapy can be adapted to a wide range of developmental, neurological, emotional, behavioral, communication, and physical needs. Back Mountain Music Therapy uses singing, instrument playing, rhythm, movement, improvisation, and musical interaction to work toward individualized therapeutic goals.
Services may be appropriate for individuals experiencing:
- Developmental differences and autism
- Anxiety and emotional challenges
- Behavioral and self-regulation difficulties
- Attention and focus challenges
- Neurological disorders
- Brain injury and trauma
- Communication and social challenges
- Movement and motor control difficulties
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Music Therapy for Developmental, Emotional & Behavioral Needs
Music can create a natural and engaging environment for developing communication, connection, emotional expression, attention, and self-regulation. For individuals experiencing anxiety, behavioral challenges, developmental differences, or emotional difficulties, music therapy can provide opportunities to participate and communicate in ways that feel comfortable and meaningful.
Back Mountain Music Therapy also incorporates DIRFloortime®, a developmental and relationship-based approach that emphasizes connection, engagement, communication, and individual differences.
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Music Therapy for Neurological Conditions, Brain Injury & Trauma
Music therapy may also support individuals experiencing neurological conditions, brain injury, trauma, and other challenges affecting communication, cognition, movement, engagement, or emotional well-being.
Musical rhythm, movement, repetition, and interaction can be incorporated into treatment based on each person’s abilities and goals. Treatment is individualized rather than based solely on a diagnosis.
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Music Therapy for Focus, Movement & Engagement
Music naturally incorporates rhythm, timing, repetition, and movement, making it a flexible therapeutic tool for goals involving attention, focus, engagement, coordination, and motor control.
Musical activities can be adapted to help individuals participate in meaningful ways while working toward their specific therapeutic objectives.
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Serving Northeast Pennsylvania Communities
Back Mountain Music Therapy is based in Dallas, PA and serves families throughout Northeast Pennsylvania, including communities throughout the Wyoming Valley, Luzerne County, Lackawanna County, and surrounding areas.
- Dallas, PA
- Wilkes-Barre, PA
- Scranton, PA
- Kingston, PA
- Luzerne County, PA
- Lackawanna County, PA
- Pittston, PA
- Tunkhannock, PA
- Clarks Summit, PA
- Hazleton, PA
If you are searching for a music therapist in Northeast PA or one of these surrounding communities, contact Back Mountain Music Therapy to discuss your needs and learn more about available services.
Why Choose Back Mountain Music Therapy?
Back Mountain Music Therapy focuses on individualized, relationship-based care. Treatment is developed around each person’s strengths, interests, developmental level, needs, and goals rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach.
The practice is led by Antoinette Morrison, MT-BC, a Board-Certified Music Therapist, and incorporates developmental and relationship-based approaches into music therapy services.
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What Is Music Therapy?
Music therapy is a professional therapeutic approach that uses music and musical experiences to address individualized goals. It is different from music lessons because the focus is on therapeutic outcomes rather than musical performance.
Treatment may include singing, instruments, rhythm, movement, improvisation, musical play, and other music-based experiences depending on the individual’s goals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can benefit from music therapy?
Music therapy may benefit children, adolescents, adults, and older adults with a variety of developmental, neurological, emotional, behavioral, communication, sensory, and physical needs.
Do I need to have musical experience?
No. Previous musical training is not required. Musical activities are adapted to each individual’s abilities, interests, and therapeutic goals.
Does Back Mountain Music Therapy serve communities outside Dallas?
Yes. Back Mountain Music Therapy serves individuals and families from Dallas, Wilkes-Barre, Scranton, Kingston, Luzerne County, Lackawanna County, Pittston, Tunkhannock, Clarks Summit, Hazleton, and surrounding Northeast Pennsylvania communities.
How can I get started?
Contact Back Mountain Music Therapy to discuss your needs and determine whether music therapy may be an appropriate option.
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