About Us
Amy Kie-Burdick, MS, MT-BC, is a board certified music therapist and the owner of Berkshire Music Therapy. Amy holds a Bachelor of Music degree in Music Therapy from Marywood University, as well as a Master of Science degree in Music Therapy from the State University of New York at New Paltz. Amy completed her clinical internship at Wildwood School in Schenectady, NY and received her board certification in 2014 from the Certification Board for Music Therapists.
Amy is experienced in working with a range of clinical populations across the lifespan. She has also served as a clinical supervisor for university students who are training to become music therapists. She has presented at several music therapy conferences at both the regional and international levels. Amy is passionate about advocating for her clients and for the field of music therapy, and she is committed to expanding access to high quality music therapy services. Amy seeks to build authentic and collaborative connections with her clients and with her community and is excited to bring music therapy to Berkshire County and the surrounding areas.
WHAT IS MUSIC THERAPY?
Music Therapy is an established and research-driven health profession in which a credentialed music therapist utilizes evidence-based music strategies within a therapeutic relationship to address the physical, cognitive, and socioemotional goals of individuals of all ages. Music Therapy is an allied health profession, much like occupational, physical, and speech therapy, using music as the primary medium to achieve therapeutic goals.
Research in music therapy supports its effectiveness in a range of areas, some of which include promoting physical rehabilitation and motor skill development, fostering a meaningful outlet for expression, providing socioemotional support for clients and their families, and increasing client motivation to take actively engaged roles in their treatment.
Berkshire Music Therapy provides clinical music therapy services and music programming that aligns with the standards set forth by the American Music Therapy Association. Our services are tailored to each client’s unique and individualized strengths, preferences, and needs. We also offer education and in-service opportunities that are tailored to the specific learning needs of your group.
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