With Thanksgiving in our rearview mirror, now is the time we look ahead to the rest of the holiday season. December is a busy month full of opportunities to celebrate. In this post, we will dive a bit deeper into three of the major holidays that will be observed this month, along with some songs you can incorporate into music therapy sessions to honor each of them!  Hanukkah: Evening of December 14-December 22, 2025 Origins Coming up first this month is Hanukkah, a Jewish ho

One thing that I have always loved about being a music therapist is the way I get to blend many of my skills together.  I am a musician. I blend both technique and precision with self-expression and creativity. I am flexible, adaptable and often play in collaboration with others (hello orchestra people!) I am a therapist. I care for people, and can understand their needs through assessment. I can listen, engage, guide and support.  I am an allied health professional. I work i