What makes neurologic music therapy (NMT) different from other music therapy approaches?
Neurologic music therapy (NMT) utilizes scientific knowledge of how music affects the brain to guide treatment. An NMT treatment plan is used to support measurable changes in a client’s physical abilities and psychological behavior. A neurologic music therapist has been trained in defined, standardized techniques that can be coded for insurance reimbursement. Because music affects the brain so directly, NMT is a highly effective therapeutic approach where a neurologic injury or condition is present. Examples include traumatic brain injury, stroke, seizure disorder, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, cerebral palsy, depression, and anxiety.
