FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What should I expect from Music Therapy with the aging?
Music therapy provides opportunities for:
- Memory recall: reminiscence and satisfaction with life
- Positive changes in mood and emotional states
- Sense of control over life
- Awareness of self and environment
- Anxiety and stress reduction
- Nonpharmacological management of pain and discomfort
- Stimulation - provokes interest even when no other approach does
- Emotional intimacy: spouses/families share creative music experiences
- Social interaction with caregivers and families
* Participants without a music background can benefit from music therapy.
* Music is a Universal Language.
How does music therapy work for families?
Music therapy provides:
- A forum to share common experiences and enjoyment
- Meaningful time spent together in a positive, creative way
- Relaxation for the entire family
- Stimulation for reminiscence of family bonds
- Unity and intimacy for families through verbal and nonverbal interaction
- Respite for the caregiver
What does research say about music therapy?
Research Highlights:
- Music therapy reduces depression among older adults.
- Music experiences enhance social/emotional skills
- Music assists in recall and language skills
- Music tasks can be used to assess cognitive ability
- Music decreases the frequency of agitated and aggressive behaviors
- Individuals with dementia respond to and interact with music
Do you accept insurance? How does insurance work?
There is a confusing array of insurance arrangements. The first thing you should do is check with your insurance carrier.
Services may be covered in part by your health insurance plan. Please contact your healthcare insurance provider and be sure to ask all of the following questions:
Do I have mental health benefits?
What is my deductible and has it been met?
How many sessions per calendar year does my plan cover?
How much does my plan cover for an out-of-network provider?
What is the coverage amount per therapy session?
Is approval required from my primary care physician?
How can I pay for your services?
Typically, payments are due at the time of service. Bills may also be sent at the end of each month.
Cash, checks, and credit cards (online only) are acceptable forms of payment.
Payment for the initial consultation must be paid at time of service.
What happens if I need to cancel?
For the initial session, please provide 24-hour notice if you cannot keep your appointment for any reason. If you do not show up for your scheduled appointment, you will be required to pay the full cost of the treatment as booked.
Is therapy confidential?
In general, the law protects the confidentiality of all communications between a client and a psychotherapist. Information is not disclosed without written permission. However, there are number of exceptions to this rule. Exceptions include:
Suspected child abuse or dependant adult or elder abuse. The therapist is required by law to report this to the appropriate authorities immediately.
If a client is threatening serious bodily harm to another person/s. The therapist must notify the police and inform the intended victim.
If a client intends to harm himself or herself. The therapist will make every effort to enlist their cooperation in insuring their safety. If they do not cooperate, further measures may be taken without their permission in order to ensure their safety.
Kimberly Atwood, M.A., MT-BC, CGP | (484) 252-3145
Serving Greater Chester County, Pennsylvania and Surrounding Areas