Credentials:

• BMT - Bachelor of Music Therapy - Capilano University
• MTA - Music Therapist Accredited - Canadian Association of Music Therapy
• MT-BC - Music Therapy Board Certified - Certification Board for Music Therapists

Specialized Populations:

• Geriatrics & Complex Care
• Mental Health
• Children & Youth

Special Skills/Related Training:

• Trumpet
• Voice
• Piano
• Guitar
• Ukulele
• Visual arts
• Multilingual song repertoire

Personal History:

I grew up in Canada, Hungary, and the USA. Music and art have been my constant companions in life. I sang in school and church choirs; I played trumpet in marching band, concert band, jazz band, musical theatre, chamber ensembles, and orchestras; I went to jazz, folk, experimental, rock, classical, and electronic music shows. Music helped me find my self-confidence and it provided a healthy outlet for self-expression. My mother trained docents at the Budapest Museum of Fine Arts, and I spent many hours appreciating paintings and sculptures as she explained the stories behind each piece of artwork. I still love going to art galleries and creating expressive art of my own.

I studied classical trumpet performance at McGill University. When I discovered music therapy, I knew it was the perfect career move for me. I moved from Quebec to B.C. to study at Capilano University, and began a whole new transformative path. Music has been a source of great personal healing, and it is my great joy to share what I have learned with others.

In my spare time, I like to make music, paint, read and watch science fiction, take long walks to smell pretty flowers, and play video games.

Professional History:

Through my clinical practicum placements, I have worked with women and non-binary people with mental illness and addictions, children with learning disabilities and other challenges, and seniors with dementia and comorbid mental illness. My 1,000 hour internship was completed in the summer of 2021 at the German-Canadian Care Home, under the supervision of Dr. Sue Baines.

Since completing my internship, I have provided music therapy coverage for numerous long-term care facilities, both online and in-person, demonstrating flexibility and an ability to build rapport with clients in a short amount of time.

I work individually with children and adults, and have created adaptive music lessons suited for their skills. I also use music therapy techniques for mindfulness and wellness across many different populations.

I developed new music therapy programs at several long term care facilities across the Greater Vancouver area. Some programs I have facilitated include sing-along, rhythm, movement, jazz, rock, classical, and spiritual music groups.

Before studying music therapy, I played freelance classical trumpet and taught private music lessons. I also worked as a barista and a server while completing my studies.

Work Philosophy:

In my work, I use a client-centered, resource-oriented, and community-focused music therapy model. I am committed to practicing music therapy with an anti-oppressive lens and continuously learning new ways to increase inclusivity and decrease barriers for participation. What matters the very most to me is creating a safe, positive connection through music with my clients.

Personal Life Philosophy:

Everything in this world is interconnected; no one is an island. By taking care of others, taking care of our environment, or even taking care of ourselves, we are helping the greater whole.

Favourite Quotes:

“I am no longer accepting the things I cannot change. I am changing the things I cannot accept.” - Angela Davis

“It is good to have an end to journey toward, but it is the journey that matters in the end.” - Ursula K. Le Guin