Able Voice Podcast

Within the field of Music Therapy there are a multitude of modalities to practice which support the many ways in which we as humans can express ourselves and align with each therapists’ authentic approach. We were thrilled to be joined by Melissa Tan for episode eight of Able Voice Podcast as we scratched the surface of one approach, neurologic music therapy. In the episode, Melissa shares of her...

Within the field of Music Therapy there are a multitude of modalities to practice which support the many ways in which we as humans can express ourselves and align with each therapists’ authentic approach. We are thrilled to be joined by Melissa Tan for episode eight of Able Voice Podcast as we scratch the surface of one approach, neurologic music therapy. In the episode, Melissa shares of her exp...

What do three millennial women of varying professions have in common? A shared philosophy and passion for enhancing dementia care and supporting those they work with! In this debrief of the "Dementia Care and Radical Authenticity" Able Voice Podcast episode, we are joined by Kaylee (MT-BC), Jaell (Art Therapist + Mental Health Counselor), and Erin (Positive Approach to Care® Certified Independent...

What do three millennial women of varying professions have in common? A shared philosophy and passion for enhancing dementia care and supporting those they work with! In this episode of the Able Voice Podcast we are joined by Kaylee (MT-BC), Jaell (Art Therapist + Mental Health Counselor), and Erin (Positive Approach to Care® Certified Independent Trainer), of the Creative Dementia Collective. The...

Tricia Caiati, MT-BC is a board certified Music Therapist currently serving clients in three states across the New England Region of the United States. She is also the CSO for The Tutti Ensemble , a non-profit adaptive band program providing individual lessons and ensemble experiences for diverse learners. In 2019, Tricia launched the Music Therapy Chronicles , a podcast aimed to inspire and conne...

Tricia Caiati, MT-BC is a board certified Music Therapist currently serving clients in three states across the New England Region of the United States. She is also the CSO for The Tutti Ensemble , a non-profit adaptive band program providing individual lessons and ensemble experiences for diverse learners. In 2019, Tricia launched the Music Therapy Chronicles , a podcast aimed to inspire and conne...

Sue Baines is a social activist. She has a Master of Arts in Music Therapy from New York University where she applied a feminist framework to music therapy, and a PhD from the University of Limerick where she studied music therapy and social justice. She is a Fellow of the Association for Music and Imagery trained through the Southeast Institute for Music Centered Psychotherapy in Atlanta, GA and...

Sue Baines is a social activist. She has a Master of Arts in Music Therapy from New York University where she applied a feminist framework to music therapy, and a PhD from the University of Limerick where she studied music therapy and social justice. She is a Fellow of the Association for Music and Imagery trained through the Southeast Institute for Music Centered Psychotherapy in Atlanta, GA and...

The concept of self-care is an ongoing conversation within today’s society and especially within the therapy community. But what does it actually look like?   In this episode of the Able Voice Podcast we are grateful to be joined by Ami Kunimura of the Self Care Institute to explore this a bit more deeply. Throughout this conversation Ami shares of her own journey towards becoming a music the...

The concept of self-care is an ongoing conversation within today’s society and especially within the therapy community. But what does it actually look like? In this episode of the Able Voice Podcast we are grateful to be joined by Ami Kunimura of the Self Care Institute to explore this a bit more deeply. Throughout this conversation Ami shares of her own journey towards becoming a music therapist,...

“If the person is the answer, what is the question?” As therapists we are often seeking information and responses from the people we work with. But what happens if we shift the mindset? In this episode we engage in a thought provoking conversation with Paul Lauzon exploring elements of human connection within therapy and the various perspectives that we hold both inside and outside of the therapy...

“If the person is the answer, what is the question?” As therapists we are often seeking information and responses from the people we work with. But what happens if we shift the mindset? In this episode we engage in a thought provoking conversation with Paul Lauzon exploring elements of human connection within therapy and the various perspectives that we hold both inside and outside of the therapy...

In this episode of the Able Voice Podcast Debrief, Kim and Hayley speak candidly about episode 2 of season 3 with guest Dr. Emily Doolittle. In the main episode Emily sheds light on the close connection between human life and that of the critters and world around us. She takes us deeper into the world of zoomusicology, animal song, and shares more about her musical and written work within that rea...

Have you ever been mesmerized by the sound of a bird? Another animal? Nature? In this episode of the Able Voice Podcast we connect with Emily Doolittle, a Canadian composer, researcher, and zoomusicologist who sheds light on the close connection between human life and that of the critters and world around us. Emily takes us deeper into the world of zoomusicology, animal song, and shares more about...

This is the debrief for our first episode of Able Voice Season 3. In the episode we were joined by Stephanie Leavell of Music for Kiddos learned more about her music therapy journey, her company, and authentic style of practicing. As a highly passionate person Stephanie is no stranger to the concept of burnout. In this episode we hear of her connection to burnout, how it has impacted her current w...

In our first episode of Able Voice Season 3 we are joined by Stephanie Leavell of Music for Kiddos to go behind the scenes of her music therapy journey and how her company and authentic style of practicing came to be. As a highly passionate person Stephanie is no stranger to the concept of burnout. In this episode we hear of her connection to burnout, how it has impacted her current way of living,...

SURPRISE!🎉 This minisode not only features a conversation with Hayley & Kim about the ways we honour and celebrate the in-between moments, but it also features a special announcement😁...   MORE STICKERS!🤗 All of our MT Stickers will be back up for sale on the Synergy Music Therapy website ( www.synergymusictherapy.com ) beginning October 25th, 2021 along with our new Seasons Sticker Sh...

That's a wrap! This is our last episode of season 2 and we're going out with a bang, a laugh, and a lot fo fun! We hope that you enjoy this short light hearted episode and remember to always embrace the authentic moments - imperfections and all.  Don’t forget to subscribe to Able Voice Podcast and connect with us on social media ( @synergymusictherapy ) to join the conversation. Rate and revi...

Mamma Mia! Here we go again! Tamara Leszner-Rovet ( @tpsmtstor ) joins us on the podcast once more to catch-up and chat about all that has happened this year. We cover controversial topics such as the COVID-19 vaccination and what this means for the future of music therapy, dual relationships, self-care, and the power of community.  Let us know your thoughts and takeaways! Don’t forget to sub...

What a time in our history to be in a helping profession built on the foundation of establishing relationships! In this episode Kim & Hayley dig into the archives to chat and reflect on the ways we can be authentic and intentional within the therapeutic relationships we are building.  Let us know your thoughts and takeaways! Don’t forget to subscribe to Able Voice Podcast and connect with...

Introducing Synergy MT & Wellness Services! Synergy Music Therapy & Wellness Services was co-founded in June 2021 by board-certified music therapists Hayley Francis Cann and Kimberly Dolan. Now offering services in two locations (Bermuda & Kingston, ON), Synergy provides high quality music therapy services, wellness resources, and professional development opportunities for music therap...

This debrief covers Hayley and Kim's thoughts about the Able Voice Podcast episode titled "Where are the male music therapists" featuring 5 incredible music therapists. Listen to the FULL Episodes: part 1 with Dan Robinson and Stephen Tok & part 2 with Joel Klassen, Dan Bevan-Baker, and Danny Allen.  Let us know your thoughts and takeaways! Don’t forget to subscribe to Able Voice Podcast...

Another Sunday, another meaningful conversation on the Able Voice Podcast! Building on our discussion of male experiences in the field of music therapy started in part one of this episode, we are grateful to continue the conversation with 3 more incredible music therapists. Join us to hear from Dan Bevan-Baker, Joel Klassen, and Danny Allen as they share about their journeys and insights on the to...

It’s no secret to us that there is a prominence of female music therapists in our field. Being the curious beings we are, we wanted to explore this more deeply to see our field from a different lens than our own and to open the space to the voices of the men currently working in the field of music therapy. In this special two part episode of the Able Voice Podcast we have connected with five wonde...

This debrief covers Hayley and Kim's thoughts about the Able Voice Podcast episode titled "People Together in Music" featuring Nicola Oddy. Listen to the FULL Episode here . Let us know your thoughts and takeaways! Don’t forget to subscribe to Able Voice Podcast and connect with us on social media ( @mtahayley & @mta.kimberly ) to join the conversation. AVP Theme Music by: Christopher Mouchett...