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TLC Music Therapy is a music therapy private practice located in Belgrave South, Melbourne. TLC Music is run by Jacinta Calabro, a registered music therapist with over 20 years experience working with children, teens & adults.
SERVICES
NDIS Sessions for;
• Babies & children
• Teens & adults.
Music therapy groups
Projects & workshops for Professionals.
TLC Music Therapy offers individual & group sessions for children, teens and adults with additional disability, support or mental health needs. Sessions are held weekly or fortnightly, and aim to address participants goals with fun, engaging and high quality music therapy interventions.
Hi, my name is Jacinta, and I’m a registered music therapist.
I'm passionate about sharing music and supporting children, teens and adults in leading happy, fulfilled lives.
I’ve been a registered music therapist for over 25 years and have worked across the lifespan in health, education and support services.
I have both undergraduate and post graduate qualifications in music therapy and am an active member of the Australian Music Therapy Association (AMTA).
HELLO, Hilary here.
I’m a registered music therapist and graduate of the Master of Music Therapy degree at the University of Melbourne.
I hold an undergraduate degree in Psychological Science and have had a diverse experience working with young children in the community, disability, early intervention, and community & early psychosis mental health programs. I’m passionate about supporting people to express themselves creatively and enhancing community engagement through music therapy.
Hi, my name is Kim.
I'm a Registered Music Therapist with over 20 years' experience working in the areas of special education, disability, early childhood and community.
I also enjoy music tuition and have run community choirs and Singing for Health projects. I grew up in the Dandenong Ranges and after many years interstate I am excited to be back in the area, offering music therapy within the community.
I love meeting people in the moment and using music as a tool to support others to explore, express and develop as individuals, and collectively. Music is wonderful!
HELLO, I’m Christie.
I’m a Registered Music Therapist and I really enjoy helping people of all walks of life using the medium of music.
I have been working as a music therapist for 15 years in a variety of fields such as special education, early intervention, and palliative care. I have a passion for developing musical communities and have facilitated many adult and children’s choirs and drumming groups. I have a Bachelor of Music specialising in voice and a postgraduate degree in music therapy. I also sing professionally and love to perform my own cabaret shows.
HELLO, I’m Ajay.
I am a Registered Music Therapist and I have been working as a music therapist for over 15 years.
I’ve worked in the fields of disabilities, mental health and dementia. I'm from New Zealand and I have started work in Melbourne in 2024. I have a PhD and Masters Degree in music therapy from the Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand. In addition to clinical work, I also do research in the field of music therapy.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
TLC Music Therapy sessions are welcoming for all participants and we work hard to provide a supportive and non-judgmental space where participants are encouraged to express themselves creatively.
While we include a large repertoire of songs and activities at TLC Music Therapy, each session has an underlying structure & purpose designed to meet your goals and maximise safe participation & engagement. This structure supports a whole range of musical and non-musical strategies.
All participants are free to actively participate as much or as little as they like, and sessions are always participant-led. TLC Music Therapy supports participant’s social emotional & mental wellbeing by prioritising participants preferences and not forcing participation or rigid adherence to programs.
While we encourage lots of creativity and exploration in the sessions many participants are sensitive to new experiences. We like to allow at least 3-6 sessions for new participants to settle in and become familiar with the rhythm of the sessions.
Providing resources and support is an important focus at TLC Music Therapy. Participants may be supported with programs or resources which can be used at home or in the community. We also host a Facebook page filled with relevant blog articles, videos, songs, support info, parenting tips, child development research and local community events that may interest participants.
We believe that everyone should have access to music therapy services if they wish. We are keen advocates for the benefits of music therapy and we regularly help our participants with accessing NDIS funding and advocacy.
