Is music therapy just listening to music? Do you have to be good at singing or playing an instrument? Is it only for certain ages or abilities? 🎶🤔 In this episode of Hear to Speak, Megan Craft talks with music therapist Haleigh Beaird to answer questions like these and clear up common myths about music therapy.

Haleigh explains how music therapy uses music intentionally to support each client’s unique goals. From communication and emotional expression to confidence, connection, social skills, attention, and learning, music therapy can create meaningful opportunities for growth in a way that feels engaging and personal. 🎵🌱

Megan and Haleigh also talk about the similarities between speech therapy and music therapy, especially when it comes to communication, expression, and helping people connect with others. Through this conversation, listeners will get a better understanding of how music therapy works, why it matters, and how music can be much more than something we simply enjoy — it can be a powerful tool for support, progress, and connection. ✨💬

To learn more about music therapy:

Music Therapy | Helpful Harmonies Music Therapy | Friendswood

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To learn more about speech therapy:

Autumn Oak: Hearing & Speech Therapy in Friendswood

Instagram: Autumn Oak Speech Voice & Hearing (@autumnoaktherapy) • Instagram photos and videos

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Music: Happy Dance, Mr.Smith, Free Music Archive, CC BY