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Emma Matthews

  • Preschool, Primary and Intermediate Children: Intellectual & Physical Disability, Mental Health, Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Challenging Behaviour, Communication Disorders, Sensory Impairment
  • Adolescent: Intellectual & Physical Disability, Mental Health, Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Challenging Behaviour, Communication Disorders
  • All Age Groups: Palliative Care, Communication Disorders
  • Supervision
  • Training (student teaching/placements/visiting music therapist)
Nelson

Working alongside individuals and in groups to access music – I love learning about others and working collaboratively with other disciplines to create meaningful working relationships

My relationship with music has been lifelong, and I have loved dabbling as many instruments as I can. I have worked in a range of settings, both self-employed and as a waged worker. I have experience working in special education, and during my training worked with both primary and teenage clients. I have a special interest in broadening my music therapy experience in palliative and other areas of MT. I have a huge amount of satisfaction working with people, and enjoy developing solid and trusting workplace environments.

emmamatthewsmusic@gmail.com

0211876385

New Zealand Registered Music Therapist
Bachelor of Music (Otago), BA (film and media), 2005
Master Music Therapy (NZSM/Victoria, Wellington), 2008
Dipgrad ECE (victoria, Wellington), 2018

Music Therapy has not only brought our daughter great improvements in motor planning, finger strength, communication and attention span, it has brought her great joy as well. There is no place she would rather be than in a room making music.
John and Emma - Hamilton, NZ
John and Emma - Hamilton, NZ
“Yesterday was one of the most rewarding when we had a visit from a Music Therapist. What a great experience. To see a whole group of residents joining in by either singing, requesting, conversing, or ‘playing’ an instrument was a very emotional experience. The communication between residents was great and it was obvious how well they responded…it was brilliant.”
Family Member - Hamilton, NZ
Family Member - Hamilton, NZ
“We feel privileged to be part of these groups and to witness the transformation that these sessions bring about…extremely moving and powerful…Music Therapy is priceless”.
Staff Member
Staff Member
“Every time I come to the house, David is ready to get in the car and go to Music Therapy with Shari."
Support Person
"My family have been thrilled with Liz’s Music Therapy and her regular reporting. Mum has dementia however I have noticed improvements in her cognitive functioning since she started her sessions with Liz. I know Mum enjoys her music sessions. I have no hesitation in recommending Liz – she has been a huge support in the care of my mother."
Family Member
"Thanks Megan. This is all a slice of perfect in a very crazy crazy world. So very glad we have kept this going for A."
“Pip has vast knowledge on how to engage and get results from children in her Music Therapy sessions. Her lessons are motivating and targeted for each individual child. Pip finds the just-right blend between the much needed structure that anchors and regulates our students, while always leaving room for improvisation, exploration, and musical adventures co-created with the students. Her communication with the family and team that supports the child is second to none, taking an interest in using strategies that work within the school/home setting as well as sharing strategies that go well in each session”
Justine SENCO Newtown School

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