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What’s the Difference Between Music Therapy and Music Lessons?
Music Therapy, Music Lessons Rebecca Gladstone Music Therapy, Music Lessons Rebecca Gladstone

What’s the Difference Between Music Therapy and Music Lessons?

What’s the difference between music therapy and music lessons? In this article, a board-certified music therapist explains how music therapy supports non-musical goals like communication and emotional regulation, while music lessons focus on learning an instrument. You’ll also learn about adaptive music lessons—a flexible, inclusive option for neurodivergent kids and others who need extra support.

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Music Lessons for Non-Speaking Kids: What I’ve Learned as a Teacher and Therapist
Neurodiversity, Music Lessons Rebecca Gladstone Neurodiversity, Music Lessons Rebecca Gladstone

Music Lessons for Non-Speaking Kids: What I’ve Learned as a Teacher and Therapist

Can non-speaking kids take music lessons? Absolutely. As a music therapist and teacher, I’ve seen how nonverbal children thrive through music. In this post, I share what I’ve learned from teaching music to non-speaking kids—including how music supports communication, confidence, and connection without needing words.

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