10/07/2025
What Does Personal Power Mean?
Throughout the past two decades working with individuals across the autism spectrum, we at Voices Together have had the privilege of witnessing some incredible moments, but none more profound than when someone has the chance to discover their personal power.
Personal power isn't about control over others, but mastery over oneself. It's that "I can do this" feeling that emerges uniquely for each person.
At Voices Together, we've discovered music to be the universal catalyst in this journey. Our Voices Music Therapy (VMT™) model creates spaces where communication flows naturally and self-expression thrives.
Music motivates us in powerful ways — it opens the mind to learning and growth. Once these pathways are open to new experiences we weave in skill-based content, discussion, role play, social/emotional and language support.
Results we see from this journey:
- Self-regulation: managing emotional responses
- Goal-setting: working toward personal objectives
- Self-direction: making choices and self-advocating
- Building transferable skills: supporting independence across environments
Perhaps most revolutionary is our assumption of competence. Too often, neurodivergent individuals are defined by limitations. At Voices Together, we begin with the belief that each person has boundless capacity for growth and self-determination.
The impact extends beyond individuals to transform families, schools, and workplaces. Our vision: a world where everyone is seen, validated, and empowered to live self-fulfilled lives.
Personal power isn't given—it's unlocked from within. What does personal power mean to you?
