Creative Therapy Adelaide

05/03/2026

We still hear this question: “Is Music Therapy actually in the NDIS?”

In short: Music Therapy can be funded under the NDIS when it’s a reasonable and necessary support for a participant. The NDIS has stated that art and music therapies continue to be available where there’s evidence they’re beneficial in the right circumstances.

At our clinic, we also keep it practical: we can talk through how Music Therapy is typically claimed under therapy supports (often within Capacity Building / Improved Daily Living).

If you have any questions, feel free to get in touch anytime!

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02/03/2026

Amplifii: save the date

We’re sharing this because it’s a local music event we love seeing on the calendar!

Amplifii Music Festival is on 28 March 2026, running 3:00pm–8:00pm (with gates open from 2:30pm) at Hart’s Mill, Mundy Street, Port Adelaide SA 5015. Tickets are $15 per ticket (ticketed through Fringe).

With a focus on accessibility, Amplifii is designed to bring people together, celebrate community, and create a fantastic experience for everyone involved. It’s absolutely not to be missed!

If you want to follow along or ask questions, check .

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27/02/2026

Waitlists are never anyone’s favourite topic, but they matter, and we want to be clear and steady about what’s happening.

If you’re waiting to start with us, please know we’re working through enquiries in order and doing our best to match the right time, clinician, and location. Availability can shift week to week (school terms do that!), so we’ll keep sharing updates as things change.

Thank you for your patience, and for trusting us with something that’s important.

PS. Speech pathology appointments are available, no waitlist!

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24/02/2026

There’s a new face around Creative Therapy Adelaide, and we’re very glad about it!

Please join us in welcoming Emily to the team. The first few weeks in the clinic always includes a bit of “where do I find the calendar”, a bit of “which room is the music room again?”, and a lot of meeting families, learning routines, and settling in.

We’ll share more as Emily finds her rhythm, but for now: welcome, Emily. We’re lucky to have you!

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09/02/2026

It was a WARM January, especially when the air conditioning at the front of our building died. As always, our team tackled this challenge with humour, curiosity and creativity!

These portable units were quite cumbersome to have around, but they had a certain flair that made them quite endearing.

Thanks to our speechie Esther who was able to bring this vision to fruition. We have fresh, delicious new air con now, so it's farewell for now to our windy, portable friends 👋

31/01/2026

A Flying Start!

We’re back in full swing and excited to be launching our Flying Start Program, with our team set to visit over 25 childcare centres across Adelaide this term. We’re already loving the energy, creativity and connection this program is bringing to the start of 2026!

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29/01/2026

Welcoming Elizabeth!

We’re excited to welcome Elizabeth Poey to the Creative Therapy Adelaide team!

Elizabeth is a passionate speech pathologist who values building genuine, supportive connections with individuals across the lifespan. Before completing her Master of Speech Pathology at Flinders University, Elizabeth worked in early intervention supporting young children. She also brings experience teaching English and Music in primary schools.

Elizabeth holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Language & Linguistics from the National University of Singapore, giving her a strong foundation in language science (she also speaks Mandarin Chinese and German!).

We’re so happy to have Elizabeth on board!

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27/01/2026

26/01/2026

Back to School

A fresh year, a new start, and so many opportunities for learning and growth.

Wishing all our students and families a confident, smooth, and joyful return to school.

You’ve got this!

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22/01/2026

How to Access Music Therapy Step by Step

+ Submit an intake form (or contact our team first)
+ Discuss your options
+ Sign an agreement
+ Attend assessment sessions (x3)
+ Your therapist develops a personalised Therapy Plan
+ Ongoing sessions begin
+ Therapy is reviewed regularly to track progress

Reach out anytime, we’re here to help!

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20/01/2026

Welcoming Sami 🎶

We’re delighted to welcome Sami Timcke to the Creative Therapy Adelaide team!

Sami is a Registered Music Therapist with a Master of Music Therapy from the University of Melbourne and a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance (Voice) from the Elder Conservatorium. She brings rich experience across the lifespan from supporting infants and young children to working with older adults in mental health settings.

Sami is passionate about building connections with participants and families, and creating meaningful therapeutic moments through music. Her sessions take a strengths-based, person-centred approach, fostering self-expression, confidence and wellbeing.

While vocals are her primary instrument, Sami also plays guitar, piano and ukulele!

Welcome to the team Sami!

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