The Music Therapy Hive
Professional Music Therapy Services
Honey Bee
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MEET OUR HONEY BEE & TEAM
MELISSA (μέλισσα)
THE GREEK WORD FOR HONEY BEE
Melissa (she/her) is a certified music therapist currently working in the Edmonton, Alberta area. From a young age, Melissa found comfort in expressing herself through music. This led her on the path to broaden her skills through extensive vocal, guitar, and piano training. Along this path, she discovered a desire to support others by building a strong connection between the power of music and the mind.
She has a Bachelor of Music Therapy Degree from Capilano University and is a member of the Canadian Association of Music Therapists and the Music Therapy Association for Alberta. Melissa founded Honey Bee Music Therapy in 2020 in order to expand opportunities for populations seeking music therapy services.
Melissa believes in a client-centred approach to therapy. She meets clients where they are at and includes them and their caregivers in their therapeutic process. She has provided music therapy to a wide variety of clients in seniors care homes, schools, rehabilitation facilities, private client homes, music studios and through virtual sessions.
REBECCA
Rebecca (she/her) is a new music therapist working in the Edmonton, Alberta area. Songwriting and performing has been a passion of Rebecca’s since she was young. She sings and plays guitar, piano and ukulele. Through music therapy, Rebecca uses her compassion for people and musical talents to help clients grow, develop and heal.
She has a Composition Diploma from MacEwan University and is graduating with a Bachelor of Music Therapy Degree from Capilano University in June 2023. Rebecca is a member of the Canadian Association of Music Therapists and the Music Therapy Association for Alberta. Rebecca is excited to be working for Honey Bee Music Therapy and provide services for clients young and old.
Rebecca believes in a humanistic client-centred approach to music therapy. She meets clients where they are and builds on their strengths to create a meaningful therapeutic relationship. Rebecca has provided music therapy to a wide variety of clients in long term care homes, schools, and halfway houses. Rebecca specialized in working with children in the paediatric setting during her internship at Alberta Children’s Hospital. She is comfortable running in person and virtual sessions, for small groups or individual clients.
BOBBI
Bobbi (she/her) is a music therapist currently practicing in the Edmonton, Alberta area. From a young age, she was passionate about music and helping others and often tried to combine the two. When she began her music therapy journey, it was with the intention to further understand the effects of music and how to use it to build connection. Bobbi has extensive training in violin (classical, Old-Tyme fiddle, jazz, contemporary) and has picked up some other instruments along the way, such as guitar, piano, mandolin, and ukulele.
She has a Bachelor of Music Therapy from Capilano University. Bobbi is a member of the Canadian Association of Music Therapists and a Member-at-Large with the Music Therapy Association for Alberta. She is excited to be working for Honey Bee Music Therapy and providing access to music therapy for all.
Bobbi believes in a humanistic, anti-oppressive approach to therapy. Her process is collaborative and community-driven, ensuring individuals and their loved ones are involved and heard. She has worked with a wide variety of people in long term care homes, hospices, schools, rehabilitation hospitals, safe houses, private client homes, and through virtual sessions.
What is Music Therapy?
Music therapy is the clinical use of music to motivate clients to achieve their non-musical therapeutic goals. Trained and certified music therapists apply musical techniques curated for each specific individual and their needs.
Who and What is
Music Therapy Used For?
Acute and Chronic Pain
Autism
Conditions Due to Aging
Dementia or Alzheimer's
Developmental Disabilities
Emotional Difficulties and Trauma
Learning Disabilities
Medical and Health Trauma
Mental Health Needs
Relaxation
Stress Reduction
Visual and Hearing Impairments
What Therapeutic Goals Do Music Therapists Work With?
Social skills
Emotions
Speech and Language
Communication
Motor Skills
Memory
Focus and Attention
Self-Confidence and Self-Esteem
Fostering Joy in an Inclusive Environment
Canadian Association of Music Therapists
"Music therapy is a discipline in which Certified Music Therapists (MTAs) use music purposefully within therapeutic relationships to support development, health, and well-being. Music therapists use music safely and ethically to address human needs within cognitive, communicative, emotional, musical, physical, social, and spiritual domains."
Our Community
Testimonials
Our son has had a love for music from a very young age and has been a form of communication for him. Music therapy, the special adaptive kind that Melissa does with him, has increased his use of his communication device to participate more fully in the class. Melissa does a wonderful job at meeting our son where he is at in any given moment, as well as taking favourite songs of his and incorporating them in a fun and engaging way. Being a music therapist involves more than just training; it requires a giving heart and a patient mind. And Melissa has plenty of both. During these very challenging times, music therapy has been a consistent bright light in our lives and we are very grateful that our son has this form of expression!
Andree, Client Parent
We have been doing music therapy with Melissa for about 5 months now and my children are obsessed!!! This interactive music session is full of fun personalized songs, musical instruments (made out of whatever you have available) and movement!! Melissa is an extremely talented musician/singer/song writer with extremely positive energy and a gentle soul. Music is a universal language that can connect us all on so many levels...it’s evident watching her sessions. I would highly recommend getting your children to participate in music therapy sessions with Melissa- it’s definitely the highlight of our week!!
Candice, Client Parent
Melissa's music therapy sessions have been amazing for our daughter. There have been very few other activities where we've seen her come alive and excitedly engage in every aspect. Through the classes, she gets exposed to different types of music, different instruments and different movements, all of which have helped her progress over the course of the sessions she's attended. We even feel there's been a tangible improvement in her social skills from this class, despite the restrictions imposed by COVID-19. I would wholeheartedly recommend Melissa's classes to any child who would be felt to benefit from them. Keep up the amazing work, Melissa!
Client Parent
Melissa has been a wonderful addition to our therapist team. She has connected quickly and very well with my child, even with the complication of online sessions, and has brought joy and unabashed singing to our lives. My daughter has learned math facts and is enjoying them for the first time. After a decade of struggles, it is a huge accomplishment! Melissa has met her where she is, made sure she is using songs that are familiar and fun, and navigated attention issues with gentleness.
Elisabeth, Client Parent
Our 5 year old daughter has been part of music therapy with Melissa for over a year now. Our daughter is low vision and we thought that music therapy would be a way for her to blossom while having fun. Through the time spent with Melissa we have noticed many positive behaviours develop. She is more comfortable approaching other children and adults, speaking with more confidence. She also exhibits leadership qualities in our home. She loves going to music, she is full of pride when she comes home and talks about what they did and the things she is learning.
Melissa is a kind and welcoming soul (she also has the voice of an angel!). I highly recommend Melissa as a music therapist. She cares, and it shows.