About Jonathan Schwarz

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I am a board-certified music therapist with a Master's in Music Therapy from New York University. 

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I believe that my role as music therapist is to provide a safe environment in which a client can utilize music as a means for communication, exploration, reflection, connection, and growth.

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My experience includes work with clients (from child to adult) in a variety of hospital, school, and private practice settings.  In addition to diverse outpatient work, I have specialized experience working with neurodiverse populations, clients with Alzheimer's Disease, and other varied states of physical and mental health.  

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My most recent work has been the design and implementation of an original class curriculum for a high school in Los Angeles.  The class is designed to teach the foundational components of music and to utilize the students' personal experiences of music as a resource for facilitating communication, exploration of identity, interpersonal communication, and self-expression.

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In individual work, I offer a music therapy assessment followed by individual music therapy sessions when deemed appropriate.  Instruments for in-session play are provided.  Please feel free to reach out to me regarding availability, rates, and any other inquiries.