Concord Community Music School is pleased to offer individual and group sessions in Music Therapy through its program established in 2007 by program director Krisi Geary. Ms. Geary, who holds an M.A. in Expressive Therapies from Lesley University, was joined by joined by therapist Lynn Reimer in spring 2009 in order to expand the program’s offerings to include work with public schools and human service providers.
Ms. Geary brings to the School an extensive background in both individual and group music therapy, including work with clients with mental health issues, behavioral issues, individuals diagnosed on the autism spectrum, individuals with developmental disabilities, and Alzheimer’s disease. She is also on the staff of New Hampshire Hospital. Ms. Geary provides both individual and group music therapy services.
Ms. Reimer earned her BS and BM degrees from the State University of New York, Fredonia. She is a Board-Certified Music Therapist experienced in providing music therapy services to clients ranging from early childhood through older-adult. The scope of her practice includes individual and group music therapy services for clients diagnosed with significant to moderate special needs, mental health issues, cognitive impairments, behavioral issues, Alzheimer's disease/dementia, autism, as well as clients within hospice and palliative care, grief and loss. Ms. Reimer currently provides services within public schools, nursing/assisted living homes, and rehabilitation centers.
Music therapy addresses specific physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs within a therapeutic relationship. Goals may include improving self-esteem, improving social interactions with peers, increasing participation, promoting reality orientation, developing coping skills, reducing stress and anxiety, promoting expression of verbal and non-verbal communication, increasing on-task behavior, improving control over motor skills, and developing creative self-expression. Individually tailored sessions address specific goals developed by clients and their caregivers in consultation with the therapist. Individuals need not have a background in or understanding of music in order to benefit from this type of therapy.
The addition of a certified Music Therapists to the Music School's faculty further advances its mission of access for all. In recognition of its achievements in furthering this mission, the Music School received the 2005 Governor's Arts Award for Cultural Access Leadership. Other Music School programs that welcome students with developmental disabilities, autism, and physical challenges include Music & Movement, individual instruction, and the Sunflower Singers.
Please call (603) 228-1196 for more information or to schedule a consultation.