Mindful Counseling & Music Therapy, PLLC: Wellness & Developmental Services

Never have I...bit someone, but my friends in high school working on the yearbook took some liberty. I dunno, but I think I might spring for the t-shirt and go with it. 🥰

Typically I pass over photos from high school, it is easy to view that timeframe of my life as "other" and with a protective, distant lens. However, I find myself even more in tune with the tenderness of this age lately. This photo is what I am writing about, mainly how in a sense we access time travel with the lens of my heart and mind. Zip zap zoom, I can go straight to the evening; it is 1997 Socastee High School talent show.
But let me mention the prep again. I can estimate at least two weeks of preparation including convincing my friend to pick up the guitar, learn to play, sing and finally enter us in the talent show. That is ambitious, perhaps even brazen. So that is what we did, Kate and I would begin playing from purchased composition sheet music (before internet access), learning tablature, harmonies, and two part guitar. On the night of the talent show we played and it seemed super low key. I am not sure what happened because it is a very suppressed memory, after announcing our names as the winners of the talent show we accept a trophy, but otherwise I cannot tell you anything else. I cannot tell you who I talked to, what was said, and worst of all who took this picture! It is the only one I have and my eyes are closed. I am so happy to have it that I don’t care. But even this photo is not my core memory. There was too much chaos in my nervous system to have stations that are clear. I mean that ability to walk step by step through the night is null. It is darkened out of my personal access. My emotional landscape was- is riddled with anxiety and mixed anger.

What actually happened?

My core experience of others pouring out their disgust and humiliation of public, mass shame that their people did not win. It did not matter that it was Kate and I. It only mattered that they protest their judgment because they disagreed with the three paneled to judge.

It was a mass public collective booing both directly and indirectly at me.
Not only
BOOing
but the tone of disgust, disappointment, disapproval, hate, jealousy, contempt, disorder.

Have you ever been in a position of reward and shame at the same time?

You are welcome to sit on my therapy sofa and make music.

I mean it! 🥹💕
#wordlesstherapy #rxmindyourmusic
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You are welcome to sit on my therapy sofa and make music. I mean it! 🥹💕 #wordlesstherapy #rxmindyourmusic #musictherapy

The Life of an instrument:

Then (around the age of 18) featuring the origin story of the Takamine.

I payed $400 after a trade in, Bloomington, IL while visiting my grandparents and nephew.

Now, a dedicated, daily player with music therapy stories over the last 25 years to boast!

Some vintage school yard and playing Broadway at the Beach 1997!

Today you must “die” when holding therapy. 😂 Sounds morbid…

Plan on dying to old negative messages and begin working with mindful affirmations.

P.S. Thanks clock mode for the momentary joke! 🤣

Sensorially this moment holds truth to making soulful connection and finding a kindred spirit!!!

Naymaste!

Life After Baby

A free offering for community support.

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Save the date to attend a virtual group of other parents:

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Wednesday, March 9th, 8:00 PM- 8:30 PM

WHAT ABOUT ME?

What a fine film!

WHAT ABOUT ME? (1 GIANT LEAP 2)
Directed by Jamie Catto and Duncan Bridgeman

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Signed up online and got a free pass!

Feb 19, 9:15pm-10:55pm
Encore: Feb 20, 9:15am-10:55am
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“The recipient of our 2022 Culture Shift Legacy Award in the feature-length category, What About Me?, the second in the 1 Giant Leap film series, explores the universal complexities of human nature. The filmmakers traveled to the farthest corners of the planet to create this extraordinary tapestry of music and timeless wisdom. A true work of art!”

🎵This Eye🎵 Cover Anna Kareiva by Edie Brickell

Happy Valentine's Day!!!

🎵This Eye🎵 Cover Anna Kareiva by Edie Brickell HappyValentine's Day 2022! I hope your heart is happy and healthy and free of judgment. One of my mindful practices is to tame the beast of prejudging and j...

Music therapy: 5 things you might not know about how it works, helps

Ms. Stephanie Bowens and I spoke briefly about music therapy during the pandemic. She

Music therapy: 5 things you might not know about how it works, helps Many listen to music for fun or to express themselves, but music can also be used therapeutically to address the needs of individuals.

Some days you're just not ready for the camera. Some days you're not ready for your mental close-up. For example, spending the day in a negative loop, ruminating upon all the things you cannot influence, control, or fix. Yes, I am talking about the phenomenon of Monday whether it is Monday or your inner thought-life. Monday my thoughts centered around feeling behind and overwhelmed without resolve.

...more on TUESDAY

Today I was given the best compliment that allowed me to recover. While in session a new client chose to share an affirming phrase, "I like the way your brain works" rekindling my sense of being authentic. I believe another way of saying this could be, the role of being a therapist and being real can be tricky. Some days I need to be comforted that my personal neurodiversity allows me to professionally help others to see things differently.

Thanks Jimmy for capturing this expression and being my support.

Happy Easter!
Mia and I had a little reunion today. To those who enjoyed her company while in sessions you’ll remember her kindness, energy, and cute looks. Seeing her jump up to sit on a lap, or fall asleep always made therapy feel down-to/earth.

We are just hangin out. Guitar 🎸
In my family I can list all the family members who play or have a guitar hangin out somewhere. My dad learned two songs when he was in college and learned to play them rather well. My brother Chris plays the bass. My nephew, Grainger Hite plays electric guitar. Jimmy plays all kinds, classical, acoustic, bass, and electric. I love my acoustic, and our wee little one loves them all!!!
If you’re wanting to learn to play the guitar ask me about adaptive lessons.
#rxmindyourmusic

We are just hangin out. Guitar 🎸 In my family I can list all the family members who play or have a guitar hangin out somewhere. My dad learned two songs when he was in college and learned to play them rather well. My brother Chris plays the bass. My nephew, Grainger Hite plays electric guitar. Jimmy plays all kinds, classical, acoustic, bass, and electric. I love my acoustic, and our wee little one loves them all!!! If you’re wanting to learn to play the guitar ask me about adaptive lessons. #rxmindyourmusic

Have Friend Will Travel
We two music therapists have crossed time together for 20 years. Recently I am reminded of the kindness of fellowship between kindred-minded souls. Mindfully when I peer into this photo I can see the ease of authenticity; openness and love.
My friend formed a bond with my daughter in moments. As consequence I have been having to role-pretend play I am Ms. Jess in order to help my little one process the impression and furthermore use this as leverage. For example, let me paraphrase.
My kid: Mom could you be Momma Jess? She left in her big car. I like her big hair. She makes animal noises.
Me; now as Momma Jess (more whimsical and elevated)😉, “Hey, will you try to listen to Mom and Dad and go to sleep now? Let me see if your yawn is big?”
I gained so much from our mini visit and am so lucky 🍀 we are longtime friends! #rxmindyourmusic

Grateful to have a longtime friend in Ms. Jess. See our short story below for inspiration. 😊🙏🏻

Have Friend Will Travel We two music therapists have crossed time together for 20 years. Recently I am reminded of the kindness of fellowship between kindred-minded souls. Mindfully when I peer into this photo I can see the ease of authenticity; openness and love. My friend formed a bond with my daughter in moments. As consequence I have been having to role-pretend play I am Ms. Jess in order to help my little one process the impression and furthermore use this as leverage. For example, let me paraphrase. My kid: Mom could you be Momma Jess? She left in her big car. I like her big hair. She makes animal noises. Me; now as Momma Jess (more whimsical and elevated)😉, “Hey, will you try to listen to Mom and Dad and go to sleep now? Let me see if your yawn is big?” I gained so much from our mini visit and am so lucky 🍀 we are longtime friends! #rxmindyourmusic

How to get to a music lover's heart - The Chronicle

♥️Happy Valentines Day♥️

How to get to a music lover's heart - The Chronicle Music is known as the language of love. A shared musical taste is one of the most important aspects in romance and, arguably, whether or not there is a shared interest in genres can make or break a relationship.

Totally geeking out! Attending a webinar with key speakers Dan and Claudia Zane’s. Here in my pj’s I am beaming from their gifts and talent in sharing shifts in perspectives. We are on a conscious awareness of the need for change, growth, community; (stemming from an epic year of pandemic). I love to hear a good back story on how people find their niche-calling. I love hearing a good back story on coupling, especially when a couple is innovative individually then meet to expanding their reach universally! Lastly, I love being a music therapist. 🎵🙏🏻

Brilliant!

Totally geeking out! Attending a webinar with key speakers Dan and Claudia Zane’s. Here in my pj’s I am beaming from their gifts and talent in sharing shifts in perspectives. We are on a conscious awareness of the need for change, growth, community; (stemming from an epic year of pandemic). I love to hear a good back story on how people find their niche-calling. I love hearing a good back story on coupling, especially when a couple is innovative individually then meet to expanding their reach universally! Lastly, I love being a music therapist. 🎵🙏🏻

I find myself talking to myself daily; does that make me crazy? Ha! Quite the opposite; I discuss the importance of having a nurturing inner voice, rather than an ongoing critique of harsh words. Building your inner strength is a process.

Charlie, making some noise!!!

Thank you Jimmy! Setting up the home music therapy studio with inhalation and grateful sigh. Back in March, Mindful Counseling and Music Therapy, PLLC closed shop and the journey of adapting to virtual offerings began. I have been blessed with a loving, generous partner who makes working from home with a toddler possible. I do not know how I would navigate managing a small practice otherwise.

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If your up for a new language...here is a link for ASL classes.

Update: WOW! What an amazing response! The summer classes are now full, but October registration will occur in September and we will keep you posted when the registration link goes live!

Are you interested in learning American Sign Language (ASL)?

Join us for FREE sign language courses every Monday from 6:45-8:00 P.M. on Zoom!

We are proud to partner with New Orleans Sign Language Services, LLC and Canal Boulevard Baptist Deaf Church to bring these sign language classes to our community!

Open to all ages, learners, and levels!

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or call 504-722-2967

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If I were a racist...

I prefer reading a two minute, emotionally intelligent take on racism from a musician's perspective.

If I were a racist... If I were a racist, I'd teach children that talking about music means, Texture, timbre and tempo. If you can't use these words,you're not a musician. If I were a racist, I'd teach reggae music and Bob Marley, 'Stir It Up', but never 'War'. I might even mention ma*****na. If I were a racist, I'd insi...

B-I-N-G-O!

Drum roll plz……

Sign suggestion via Angie J! 🥁

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@gabriel.gundacker

I dig this hit; fan of Tim White’s creative mind; Let’s keep the piggy back alive.

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Austin City Limits
Thank you for releasing live music for free!

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To those who practice making positive change please help Music Therapy advance. We are poised with voices joining together. We are very close to having our state recognize status of licensure.

My Site Thank you for your interest in music therapy recognition in North Carolina. This page serves as a review of recent history of the task force, information on any current legislative activity, event...

Free community choir to open in Wilmington in Feb. | WWAY TV

HAVE YOU BEEN WANTING TO JOIN A CHOIR?

~A new friend of mine gets me. Not only does she share her creative mind and craft, she thoughtfully shares and invites others to join her. Thank you Megan Moore for being an advocate for creative minds and community!

******AUDITIONS END TODAY, February 15th! Scoot your boot downtown Wilmington; location Hannah Block Community Arts Center

Free community choir to open in Wilmington in Feb. | WWAY TV CommunityLocal NewsNew Hanover Free community choir to open in Wilmington in Feb. By Hannah Patrick - February 3, 2020 1:12 PM 0 Share on Facebook Tweet on Twitter WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Wilmington will soon have a new community choir that is free and open to all skill levels. The Community Arts ...

The BBC is releasing over 16,000 sound effects for free download

Happy sounding.

The BBC is releasing over 16,000 sound effects for free download The BBC have released their incredible, expansive library of bizarre and obscure sound effects, all available for free download.

Peruvian Gourd Ocean Drum

MUSIC and MINDFUL TOOL INVENTORY

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ACCEPTING GIFTS and DONATIONS

This instrument was recommended to me by a physicians assistant. He ran late. However, he was not one to be rushed. His gift of authenticity and listening kept me in my best timing. He should take rhythm a tad bit more seriously don’t you think? Ha! High hat! Just now asking for donations to acquire new music instrument and sensorial tools. (910) 769-3172 Gifting and donations will be taken seriously. For processing please contact reception at Mindful Counseling and Music Therapy, PLLC

Peruvian Gourd Ocean Drum Cool gourd drum with goat skin, about 9" diameter, filled with stone so you can turn it over and hear the sound of the waves washing up on the shore.

Mindfully consider your role of making Wilmington’s fest thrive and sustain.

Happy 2020! We can't wait to hear from you. 🎉
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Bitty & Beau’s Coffee opens shop at PPD | WWAY TV

Brilliant minds coming together to share the coffee bean. It’s always been the case, but this is a whole uh-the-level!!!!

Bitty & Beau’s Coffee opens shop at PPD | WWAY TV Local NewsNew Hanover Bitty & Beau’s Coffee opens shop at PPD By WWAY News - January 10, 2020 3:23 AM 0 Share on Facebook Tweet on Twitter WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Bitty & Beau’s Coffee Shop has opened their newest location in Port City. The new shop is inside the PPD’s worldwide headquarters...

Memes Inspirational Cover Band Central

Swoosh, slam dunk.

coverbandcentral.com Music can cure things medication never will

TAP THE album to find an important invite.... many of my Friends R named EMILY, some have the middle name Rose. Some Emily's are closer than others. Emily Burdette is one of my Emily's I renamed, "Emsby"

SAD SONGS, congratulations to my dear friend, EMSBY who is perpetually saying something profound from the heart. Nate Alex captured the songwriting process beautifully.

This morning I had the pleasure of hanging out with local singer/songwriter, Emily Burdette, as she continued to work on some soon-to-be-released singles. We chatted about the similarities of music and photography and why she thinks "sad songs" have a more profound effect on the listener. Go look her up on Spotify and keep an eye out for her at venues around town. She may or may not be accompanied by Ollie, her faithful dog who, in the low light of morning, looks somewhat similar to Master Splinter.

Mindful Counseling & Music Therapy, PLLC: Wellness & Developmental Services

American Music Therapy Association | American Music Therapy Association (AMTA)

SEEKING SPONSORSHIP for November's American Music Therapy Association Conference.

When I see AMTA fees and the great resources they provide I spring every few years. Then I confront myself, "Why can't I afford the time and money to attend for continuing education and to learn from other music therapists?" Then I contemplate how I would take un-paid time-off as a professional and imagine taking time away from on-the-job training as a new parent.

Recently, I made plans to move my practice striving to keep in tune, keep in time, and keep earning. It would be awesome to obtain financial support to attend the conference. If you've been blessed with balance and have the means to donate, I hope you'll consider an offering.

musictherapy.org The American Music Therapy Association is a resource and organization dedicated to professional music therapists. Benefits gained from using music as a tool include help educating, reducing stress, and improve the general quality of life.