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No previous musical training or experience necessary. No previous musical experience necessary.

Music Therapists (MTAs) are trained to provide music therapy interventions within the context of a therapeutic relationship. We use music to address human needs within cognitive, communicative, emotional, musical, physical, social, and spiritual domains. Within the counselling relationship, we conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, implement therapeutic interventions, and evaluate progress.

Music therapists also use various active and receptive intervention techniques according to the needs and preferences of the individuals with whom they work. These techniques include, but are not limited to, singing, listening to music, instrumental improvisation, composing music, and moving to music.

11/08/2025

🎵 Is Music Therapy & Counselling Right for You? 🎶
Swipe to see if this approach fits your healing journey ⬇️

✨ You’re drawn to sensory or body-based approaches - music, rhythm, and movement help regulate your emotions.
🎨 You feel at ease with creative and reflective work - expression through sound or art feels more natural than only talking.
🗣️🤲 You benefit from verbal and non-verbal support - you need space to process without always using words.
😮‍💨 Traditional talk therapy feels overwhelming or limiting - because you can better express yourself in creative ways

💡If this sounds like you, our therapists may offer the balance and depth you're looking for. Book a free no-obligation consultation today!

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04/08/2025

It’s not just about talking it out (though that’s important too). Music gives you another way to express what words sometimes cannot. Whether you’re listening, creating, or just being present with the music, it helps bring clarity, release, and relief.

ℍ𝕖𝕣𝕖’𝕤 𝕙𝕠𝕨 𝕞𝕦𝕤𝕚𝕔 𝕥𝕙𝕖𝕣𝕒𝕡𝕪 & 𝕔𝕠𝕦𝕟𝕤𝕖𝕝𝕝𝕚𝕟𝕘 𝕔𝕒𝕟 𝕤𝕦𝕡𝕡𝕠𝕣𝕥 𝕪𝕠𝕦:
⚡️Lowers stress by reducing cortisol, the stress hormone
⚡️Helps you relax and feel more present
⚡️Boosts mood and emotional awareness
⚡️Encourages real, meaningful expression
⚡️Reconnects you to your values and inner calm

Music might be the missing piece that helps you feel more in tune!

Read the blog to find out more: bit.ly/emtanxiety

𝘙𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘺 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘦𝘦𝘭 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧 𝘢𝘨𝘢𝘪𝘯? 𝘓𝘦𝘵 𝘢 𝘮𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘤 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘱𝘪𝘴𝘵 𝘨𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶. 𝘉𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘱𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘴 𝘵𝘰𝘥𝘢𝘺.

28/07/2025

"The beauty of music therapy is that it can meet people wherever they are emotionally, physically, or cognitively—and bring them into connection." -Dr. Cheryl Dileo, Music Therapy Professor and Researcher

Connect with us, book with one of our therapists today.

22/07/2025

In a study comparing the effects of music therapy and traditional psychotherapy on depression, those who received a combination of music exposure and group therapy sessions showed better improvement of their symptoms.

𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐢𝐬 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞:
🟪It activates regions of the brain involved in reward and emotion, and stimulates pleasant feeling.
🟪It boosts dopamine levels in the brain, which helps improve mood and emotional balance.
🟪It activates several processes that facilitate brain development and plasticity which lead to longer-term sustainability of therapeutic effects.
🟪Listening to certain types of music can activate brain healing processes that work in similar ways to antidepressant medications

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐲 & 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐭𝐫𝐲? 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲.

𝘙𝘦𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦: Castillo-Pérez, S., Gómez-Pérez, V., Calvillo Velasco, M., Pérez-Campos, E., & Mayoral, M.-A. (2010). Effects of music therapy on depression compared with psychotherapy. The Arts in Psychotherapy, 37(5), 387-390. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aip.2010.07.001

09/07/2025

Body systems and therapeutic approaches are often separated into top-down and bottom-up. What is unique about music therapy and counselling is that top-down and bottom-up process happen simultaneously, which makes it a whole-person approach! Find out how on the blog.

18/06/2025

We offer individual sessions for teens and adults looking for a different way to do therapy.

We are available for in-person sessions at our Brentwood NW location or online from the comfort of your home.

We also offer direct insurance billing if eligible.

We currently have no wait-list, so book a free consultation today!

18/06/2025

Meet the people behind Elements Music Therapy & Counselling 🌞

Elaine (she/her) is a Canadian Certified Counsellor and Certified Music Therapist.

Leah (she/her) is a Counselling Therapist and Certified Music Therapist.

Click the link in bio to book a free consultation today!

18/06/2025

We prioritize these elements of care in all that we do:

🟪 COMPASSION - We foster trust and safety to ensure that you are heard, valued, and supported.

🟪 HUMANISTIC - We emphasize your capabilities and resilience to support your therapeutic process

🟪 HOLISTIC - We acknowledge the whole person and recognize that all aspects of a person are interconnected

🟪 CULTURAL HUMILITY - We create an inclusive and welcoming space where you feel respected and understood

🟪 ADAPTABILITY - We meet you as you are and tailor sessions to suit your unique needs.

13/06/2025

🌈 Happy Pride Month! 🌈

Being 2SLGBTQIA+-affirming means more than acceptance—it's about creating a space where people of all identities feel safe, seen, and heard.

It means...
🌈celebrating love in all forms
🌈Acknowledging systemic oppression and challenging bias and
🌈showing up with compassion, humility, and respect..every day of the year. 💖

This month and always, we stand for inclusion, dignity, and pride. ✨

09/06/2025

Join us for our very first 1.5-hour online workshop where we explore how music can support mental health, emotional expression, and healing. Whether you're curious about music therapy or trying to find another to de-stress, this is for you.

𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟵, 𝟳:𝟬𝟬-𝟴:𝟯𝟬𝗽𝗺 (𝗠𝗦𝗧)
𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 - 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗻𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗴𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗱
𝗔𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝟭𝟴+

In this workshop, hosted by Leah from Elements Music Therapy & Counselling, you will,

🎵Discover how music supports the brain and well-being
🎵Learn simple ways to make music part of your own self-care
🎵Have the opportunity to engage comfortably in discussions, ask questions, and try music-based activities.

While this is not a therapy group, strong emotions may arise. If needed, please seek professional support.

𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗯𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝗯𝗶𝗼 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗴𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸!
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05/06/2025

Can't believe it's been three years of Elements Music Therapy & Counselling~

Private practice is no joke and there have certainly been huge learning curves. From 'I will never run my own private practice' to 'This is the best decision I've made for myself', I am extremely grateful for the opportunity and privilege to do this work and to walk alongside people on different walks of life.

Thank you for growing with us and for all of your support❤🎵

If you're someone interested in using music and the creative arts as part of the therapy process, reach out to us to see how we can work together!

13/05/2025

“Wait… music therapy is an actual profession?”
It sure is! And it’s kind of amazing.

We all know music can be extremely therapeutic. But music therapy isn’t just good vibes and your favourite playlist. It’s a credentialed health profession and evidence-based practice, like physiotherapy or massage therapy, led by trained music therapists who use music in a safe and intentional way to support all aspects of your health.

Music therapy is real, and it matters.
So yes, singing your heart out in the car is therapeutic...
But music therapy? That’s healing with a pro by your side. 💛

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