ET Music Therapy Inc. is the leading music therapy practice in Vancouver, serving diverse needs since 1996
We offer services with a holistic approach, family centred, client directed experience, and with a neuro-diverse forward philosophy. We believe in supporting the neuro-diverse individual in achieving his/her/their authentic potential, respecting and celebrating their neuro diversity. We are trauma informed, sensory informed, use a positive behavioral approach, and individualize each program to each unique individual, to promote connection and independence. We collaborate with other service providers to support each client we serve. Esther Thane- Executive Director, Music Therapist, Emily Naccarato- Senior Music Therapist, Shandea Morin- Music Therapist, Lou Latil- Music Therapist, Tayler Tabernero- Music Therapist, Aileen Lee- Music Therapy Intern, Wendy Feng- Music Therapist, Vince Thane- Business Manager
If you have a child with diverse needs, consider music therapy to support social, physical, cognitive, emotional development. Board certified Music Therapists are highly trained and target the same skill domains as Speech, OT and Behavior therapy. We work on non musical goals through music. *booking now for Sept. in all 3 studios.
ET Music Therapy Inc. has been serving the Greater Vancouver area since 1996. We specialize in music therapy for individuals with autism, diverse needs, mental health, seniors. Available in our studios, online, and in-home across North Vancouver, Richmond, Vancouver, Burnaby, and Coquitlam.
07/17/2025
What is the role of the music therapist when we do piano improvisation with our clients? Watch Lou Latil, one of our therapists- support her client, in this musical experience 🎹 https://youtu.be/bcMhL5VXDqI
Music Heals Canada SelfDesign Learning Foundation CKNW Kids' Fund Pacific Autism Family Network Capilano University Music Therapy
Examples of the transformative power of music, in music therapy sessions. Thank you Music Heals Charitable Foundation for your funding support. It's changing people's lives here in BC. Lou Latil
Pacific Autism Family Network Music Heals Canada
Thank you Global Music Therapy Project for the conversation 🙏 Keep doing what you're doing- such a great podcast and resource for the community!
Esther has specialized since 1996 in neurodivergent individuals & diverse needs. After over a decade on faculty at Capilano University, Esther continues to p...
Part time job position at ET Music Therapy! Due to the immediate need to fill this position, we are currently only accepting applications from Canadian music therapists and those with permanent/pending permanent work status in Canada.
Join the Team, work online from home, school settings music therapist job position available in Vancouver & Richmond, MT-BC job, MTA job
04/22/2025
Today we raise a heartfelt thank you to Emily Naccarato Emily Naccarato, who is celebrating 10 incredible years with ET Music Therapy!🙌🙌🙌.
Over the past decade, Emily has brought compassion, creativity, and unwavering dedication to every client and team member. Her ability to connect through music, inspire growth, and bring joy into therapeutic spaces has left a lasting impact on so many lives!
Emily has been a vital part of our story at ET Music Therapy - and we are so lucky to have her as part of our ET family 😍 Please join us in celebrating this amazing milestone!
Emily, you are my right hand person. I appreciate you every day 🙏😍
We are overflowing with gratitude as we celebrate a decade of dedication, compassion, and musical magic from our incredible Senior Music Therapist, Emily Nac...
03/28/2025
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03/21/2025
In honour of , our Executive Director Esther Thane wanted to give this shout out to Capilano University Music Therapy program- her Alma Mater 😍. https://youtu.be/27dlKvh7iIY Music Therapy Association of British Columbia Music Therapy Association of British Columbia Music Heals Canada Health Sciences Association of British Columbia
In honor of Music Therapy awareness month this March, Esther Thane, Executive Director of ET Music Therapy Inc. wanted to share a bit about her training in m...
03/18/2025
Three cool facts in honour of Awareness Month!
🎶Music is a motivating (and fun!) way to learn
🌍 It’s a universal, accessible language
🎸 Playing an instrument taps into multiple skills, including coordination, self-expression and conversation.
Special thanks to Esther Thane, executive director of ET Music Therapy Inc. for sharing her passion and expertise!
02/25/2025
Why and how do music therapists use drum kits in sessions? At ET Music Therapy, we witness incredible transformations every day. A simple rhythm can spark a breakthrough moment—a spark of independence, a surge of pride, or a deep connection shared through music. https://youtu.be/iOCeppSFDyg?si=rYAO5nVk0RncfkTD Capilano University Music Therapy SelfDesign Learning Foundation Variety - The Children's Charity of BC CKNW Kids' Fund EBUS Academy Pacific Autism Family Network Music Heals Canada
visit: https//www.etmusictherapy.comA favorite instrument among our clients, the drum set is always a hit! The variety of drum pitches and cymbal sounds spar...
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We are Vancouver music therapists bringing joy to the treatment process through the therapeutic medium of music. Offering online & in person sessions at our two center locations.
ET Music Therapy is based on one simple principle: Music is one of the most motivating and effective mediums for building strong connections with individuals with Autism and other special needs.
WHAT WE OFFER
Individual & group sessions
Adapted music lessons.
Facilitate workshops, presentations,
Consultation & Training
Relaxation Recordings for download
WHO WE SERVE
Individuals with Autism
Individuals with special needs.
Early Intervention, adolescents & adults
WHERE WE WORK
At our 2 music therapy studio locations (North Van & Richmond)
Treatment centers
Public & private schools
Group homes
ET MUSIC THERAPY IS AN ESTABLISHED MUSIC THERAPY PRACTICE, SERVING THE METRO VANCOUVER AREA SINCE 1996.
The dynamic musical experience provides a safe, nurturing environment in which an individual can feel secure and confident to explore. Because music has stimulating, sensory, motivational and emotive qualities, it can be used as a tool to elicit music, verbal, emotional or corporeal responses and promote interaction and engagement in an enjoyable and often effortless way. An individual will always integrate new information and skills when there is inner motivation and curiosity. Music can be the built in reward. In music therapy sessions, experiences can facilitate development in all skill domains. All activities are tailored to the client's ability level & are designed to utilize his or her personal strengths, motivations and interests.
