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This engaging group led by PJ will explore rhythmic activities and creative play to help enhance cognitive, social, and motor skills. We will be using our imaginations and will have plenty of opportunities to express our autonomy. Think songs and games regarding colors, numbers, feelings, and taking turns with peers.
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This class is geared toward Pre-school aged children (3-5). Developmentally, this group is a bit further along in their motor skills (jumping/hopping, hand/eye coordination, balancing, dressing, etc.). Socially this group demonstrates working well with peers and discovery of empathy. This age group is starting to understand things like complex language structures and pretend play.
Caregivers must be present for the first 10 minutes of each class; not required to participate, although required to intervene if needed by the teacher. Caregivers must return for the final 5 minutes of class.
Siblings from 1 to 7 years old can participate with purchase of additional child ticket.
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WHAT IS MUSIC THERAPY?
Music Therapy is the evidenced-based practice of using music as the medium while working in a therapeutic relationship with the client to reach non-musical goals. These goals can encompass developmental, cognitive, social, emotional, or sensory needs.
PHILOSOPHY
We believe in the ability and need for creative expression in all people. We take a person-centered approach to music therapy by celebrating and building on the strengths of individuals while also supporting them in achieving wellness goals through music intervention. We strive to create and foster a safe environment where each client can reestablish their relationship with themselves through curiosity and vulnerability.
ABOUT MISS PJ
PJ Boyajian (MM, MT-BC | she/her/hers) is a life-long musician and lover of people. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Music Education from Appalachian State University and her Master’s degree in Music Therapy from Colorado State University. She has previously held jobs at an acute psychiatric hospital serving all ages, and a pediatric medical hospital. Currently, she provides in-home care and music theraplay sessions with preschool aged groups through her private company, Sound Solutions Music Therapy. PJ’s goal is to provide affordable and quality care, education, and a place for all abilities to the tri-cities area.
