Anderson Music Therapy Services, LLC

Anderson Music Therapy Services, LLC Anderson Music Therapy provides evidence-based music therapy that empowers clients to overcome barrie

Some Reasons People Choose to See us:


- Improve emotional coping skills
- Strengthen motor skills
- Improve communication
- Increase attention & focus
- Regulate and express emotions
- Decrease symptoms of anxiety and stress
- Overcome resistance to traditional therapies
- Support academics & IEP goals

Schedule a free consultation to see if we're the right fit for you.

From ScienceDaily, listening to music and playing an instrument both appear to provide protection from dementia. Music i...
03/04/2026

From ScienceDaily, listening to music and playing an instrument both appear to provide protection from dementia.

Music is a whole brain exercise! 🎶🧠💪

If you need help using music more purposefully, comment below and I'll send you our free resources "Music for Seniors: Daily Music Making for Health & Wellness".

02/27/2026

Numerous studies have proven that learning to play a musical instrument significantly enhances brain development and function in children, particularly in areas related to auditory processing, language and cognitive abilities.
This is because playing an instrument requires memorizing notes, rhythms and finger positions, actively engaging the brain’s memory systems. This process helps improve working memory, the ability to hold and manipulate information.
Also, the concentration needed to learn and play music strengthens attention spans and enhances cognitive control. This is especially beneficial for children who may have difficulty focusing.
Additionally, music engages various brain regions, including those responsible for motor control, auditory processing, and visual perception. This activity strengthens connections between these areas, leading to increased brain plasticity.
Children who learn to play instruments even often demonstrate improved academic performance, including higher scores in subjects like math, science and English!
Studies also show that music can help children manage anxiety, focus, attention and regulate emotions.

Attention isn’t always a motivation problem.Sometimes it’s a nervous system problem.If primitive reflexes are retained, ...
02/27/2026

Attention isn’t always a motivation problem.
Sometimes it’s a nervous system problem.

If primitive reflexes are retained, the brain may still be prioritizing protection over focus.

Music gives the brain rhythm, predictability, and patterned movement — which can support integration and regulation in a way that feels safe and engaging.

We work with the nervous system — not against it.

One more February Music Therapy Group! See you at the Williamson Road Branch Library: 3837 Williamson Rd, Roanoke, VA 24...
02/23/2026

One more February Music Therapy Group!
See you at the Williamson Road Branch Library: 3837 Williamson Rd, Roanoke, VA 24012

We’re so grateful for this opportunity! Over the past few months, Cassie and Noel have been working alongside VCOM and t...
02/20/2026

We’re so grateful for this opportunity! Over the past few months, Cassie and Noel have been working alongside VCOM and the Roanoke City Library on a student-led research project to create educational videos highlighting the benefits of music therapy. 🎶

It has been a joy collaborating with these hardworking professionals, and we truly appreciate their enthusiasm and support for the field of music therapy!

Stay tuned for the videos!

Calling all Virginia caregivers and family members of Brain Injury Survivors. Brain Injury Services is providing a FREE ...
02/19/2026

Calling all Virginia caregivers and family members of Brain Injury Survivors.

Brain Injury Services is providing a FREE virtual Caregiver Education Group presented by Shenandoah University.

🎶 Join our Music Therapist, Sandy, at the Blacksburg Library for a free Music Therapy group! Groups are planned for Marc...
02/19/2026

🎶 Join our Music Therapist, Sandy, at the Blacksburg Library for a free Music Therapy group!

Groups are planned for March 13, April 17, and May 29.
đź—“Add them to your calendar now!

HUGE thanks to Montgomery-Floyd Regional Library for sponsoring these groups! ❤🎶

Our Cave Spring office is one of several drop of sites participating in the Los Ayudantes food drive starting now throug...
02/16/2026

Our Cave Spring office is one of several drop of sites participating in the Los Ayudantes food drive starting now through the first week in March.

There is a box in our Cave Spring clinic waiting room for items.

Please feel free to donate or share with others. 🎵

Healing after brain or spinal cord injury doesn’t have to happen alone.This free online music therapy group offers struc...
01/25/2026

Healing after brain or spinal cord injury doesn’t have to happen alone.
This free online music therapy group offers structure, creativity, and clinical support—right from home.

🎶 No musical experience needed.
đź“… Thursdays at 2 PM | Starts Feb 26
👉 Email us (Noel@amusictherapy.com) or register today.

As the winter chill sets in, music therapists bring warmth to our hearts with melodies that light up the coziest of sess...
12/18/2025

As the winter chill sets in, music therapists bring warmth to our hearts with melodies that light up the coziest of sessions. 🌨️🎶

Imagine wrapping yourself in a blanket of soothing tunes, each note a spark of comfort and joy.

From "Let It Snow" to tranquil instrumental pieces, these songs serve as a gentle embrace, assisting in healing, relaxation, and joyful connections during the colder months. Whether you're seeking solace, strength, or simply a moment of peace, there's a melody for every mood. 🌟

Check out our blog about the "Top Winter Songs Music Therapists Use for Cozy Sessions" (link in the comments)

It's the holiday season, and with that challenges can arise for us and our kids. Check out our blog about using music to...
12/05/2025

It's the holiday season, and with that challenges can arise for us and our kids. Check out our blog about using music to prevent holiday meltdowns!

"For those of us who thrive on routine, having strange people in our living space throws everything off balance.

Add in extra noise from constant conversations (or yelling at the tv during football games, if you’re in my family), and sensory overload can happen quickly.

If your kid doesn’t cope especially well with all the difficulties that come with the holidays, using music can help with transitions, deal with overstimulation, and create a calm environment for both your child and yourself."

Read more below (link in the comments):

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4335 Brambleton Avenue
Roanoke, VA
24018

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 6pm
Thursday 9:30am - 6pm
Friday 9:30am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm

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(540) 384-1677

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When I moved to Roanoke I quickly noticed the challenge families had in getting services for their family members that truly met their need for social, emotional, and physical well-being. I created Anderson Music Therapy to fill that need and be a resource in helping families find support within this community.

Helping people, babies through older adults, have the highest quality of life (social, emotional, and physical well-being) is my passion. Part of serving those individuals is also supporting their family. That’s why we’re here!

Since opening in 2011, my passion has continued to be fueled by seeing our clients and their families more excited and hopeful about the future!

In service,