AMTA- American Music Therapy Association http://www.musictherapy.org/
To advance public awareness of the benefits of music therapy and increase access to quality music therapy services in a rapidly changing world. Information, how to find a music therapist, a members-only area that includes career assistance and job posting, the uses of music therapy for specific population groups, research, listservs, schools, journals, and welcome-to-the-profession packets for interns.
Center for Music Therapy - Texas http://centerformusictherapy.com
Contains information on music therapy, programs offered, the facilities, professional institutes and training workshops, the staff, services, client stories, about the founder, and music therapy links. Also available in Spanish.
Coast Music Therapy http://www.coastmusictherapy.com
Specializing in autism and neurodevelopmental disorders. Offers an overview of music therapy, related research, and practical tips on using music to teach skills at home or school. Services provided in San Diego county.
Healing Music Enterprises - Kentucky http://www.healingmusicenterprises.com
Founder Dr. Alice Cash is a clinical musicologist, professor and educator, international keynote speaker, performer and workshop leader, and a clinical therapist. Information on her company and herself, clips, features, interviews, services, products, testimonials, an e-zine, calendar, awards, and a general introduction.
HeartMath Research Center http://www.heartmath.org/research/index.html
Explores research of how the heart communicates with the brain and vice versa. Many of the research articles refer to the use of music therapy to regulate the heart and thus improve mental clarity, reduce stress, and improve the ability of a person to deal with panic and other mental disorders. Music research is also contained within the Research Overview booklet, which can be accessed on-line.
