Sarah Kennedy Certified Music Therapist

BHScPT, MA, MTA

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Sarah Kennedy Certified Music Therapist

BHScPT, MA, MTA

She/Her/Hers

Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
(450) 823-6270

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Montréal, QC H2M
(450) 823-6270
Offers online therapy

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Announcement icon In-person sessions take place in my home office near Crémazie Metro. Online via zoom within Canada. I have evening and weekend availability.

About

Music has an amazing capacity to help us heal our pain. As an alternative to talk therapy, music therapy can help you improve your emotional and psychological wellbeing. You can harnesses music, as a means for soothing and regulating emotions, expressing and exploring life experiences, redefining who you are and changing how you connect to the world. Music is deeply connected to your memories, culture, identity, relationship experiences and beliefs. Whether you are a seasoned musician or simply a music lover; music is the language of emotion. This is an experiential, creative approach to therapy that anyone can try.
As a musician, I know the capacity for music to hold, and catalyze emotions. I also bring 18 years of experience as a physiotherapist, helping individuals with progressive illness and chronic pain. My lived experience includes overcoming depression, grief, relationship distress and disordered eating. Music is an incredible tool for wellness.
You have an innate ability to find a path to wellness. I provide a collaborative support, using music to help you create lasting, positive life changes. Whatever your struggle, I offer space for you to express, and thoughtful perspectives as you strengthen your unique self. I will gladly and warmly reply to all inquiries. No training or "ability" needed.
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“Music can be used to redefine who we are and how we operate. Explore your emotions, patterns and experiences with me through music.”
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Finances

  • Cost per Session: $110 - $125
  • Sliding Scale: Yes
Pay By: ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa
Insurance often does not cover Music Therapy. Some corporate wellness packages will reimburse the cost. I cannot bill insurance providers.
Email me or call (450) 823-6270 with questions.

Qualifications

  • Licence: Quebec / 17087
  • School: Concordia University, Montréal
Certified Music Therapist, Canadian Association of Music Therapists member, Masters in Creative Arts Therapies, background in physiotherapy.

Additional Credentials

  • Certificate: Canadian Association of Music Therapists / 1254
  • Certificate Date: 2022

Endorsements

Lucinda Bibbs
Counsellor, MC, RCC, CPT
"Sarah is an incredibly skilled and competent Music Therapist who truly knows how to hold a therapeutic space for healing and growth, especially in the fields of anxiety, grief, loss and chronic pain."
Stefanie Iverson
Counsellor, MC, RCC
"Sarah is a warm, compassionate, and skilled music therapist. She is passionate about helping others, especially in the areas of grief/loss and chronic pain. Music therapy is a great option for those who are looking for an alternative to talk therapy."

Sarah Kennedy Certified Music Therapist's Groups

Online Music Therapy Group for Social Isolation

With 5-7 people I provide music experiences that explore the challenges of isolation and the skills for establishing connections with other humans. We explore topics such as trust, finding safe connections, building support, identifying inner resources, and managing rejection and disappointment. We may listen to music together, use household instruments, hum, sway, and share our voices. All languages, eras and styles of music are embraced. Sessions are light-hearted, fun and supportive. Explore what might be holding you back from establishing connections. I need a minimum of 5 committed participants to start a group.

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Moving through Grief with Music

I offer music-based grief support groups. In these groups of 5-7 people, we use music to explore thoughts and feelings about those who have died and how to carry on in our own lives. Groups run for 6 weeks with each session lasting 90 minutes. There is no need for music training or talent to participate. Your grief is welcome here. I provide these groups whenever I have a minimum of 5 committed participants.

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Location

Montréal, QC H2M
(450) 823-6270
Offers online therapy

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Specialties
  • Grief
  • Chronic Illness
  • Emotional Disturbance
Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Life Transitions
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Spirituality
  • Stress

Client Focus

Age
  • Elders (65+)
  • Adults
Communities
  • Body Positivity
  • Cancer
  • Immuno-disorders
  • Queer Allied
  • Racial Justice Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy
  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Expressive Arts
  • Humanistic
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Music Therapy
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
Modality
  • Individuals
  • Group

Links

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Last Modified: 1 Dec 2022
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BHScPT, MA, MTA

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