Kristen Carter
Board Certified Music Therapist
Providing supportive music intervention services for all ages, abilities, and stages of life in the greater Binghamton, NY area.
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We inspire to foster growth, self-expression, and wellness - one rhythm, one melody at a time.
What is Music Therapy?
"Music Therapy is the clinical & evidence-based use of music interventions to accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship by a credentialed professional who has completed an approved music therapy program."
- American Music Therapy Association
Music Therapists meet you where you are at.
Music Therapy intervention is a person-centered, creative medium designed to meet your individual needs and support your growth and development.
Including:
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Stress Management
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Elevate Mood and Motivation
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Self-Expression
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Positive Coping Skills
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Physical Rehabilitation
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Improve Speech-Language skills
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Sensory Processing
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and much more!
Who do music therapists work with?
Music therapists work with individuals of all ages, abilities, music backgrounds, and stages of life.
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Research supports the positive impact of music therapy interventions in many circumstances, such as ​
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ADHD
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Anxiety
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Autism Spectrum Disorder
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Depression
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Dementia, and other forms of memory loss
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Failure to Thrive (FTT)
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Grief & Loss
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Hospice and Palliative Care
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Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
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Isolation
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Speech-Language Disorders
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Neurologic Impairment due to injury or stroke
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Physical Disabilities
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Trauma
Music Offerings
Individual Therapy
Individual music therapy sessions are focused on specific treatment goals that are identified during the intake and assessment process. This individualized approach uses music to support multidimensial client needs within psychosocial, emotional, physical, cognitive, and speech-language goal areas. Using evidence-based practice, interventions are designed to target these domains including singing, drumming, improvisation, and songwriting. Recommendations for appropriate session length for each individual can be made during in-take or assessment.
30 minutes / $40
50 minutes / $65
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Group Therapy
Group music therapy focuses on building community and music enrichment through shared musical experiences, such as singing, songwriting, instrument playing, improvisation, and movement to music.
Groups are custom-designed to meet the needs of your community and therefore are flexible on the number of participants, frequency, and session length.
For more information and an estimated group rate, please get in touch with specifics about your group so we can develop your dream program!
Music Classes
Music classes create opportunities for all persons at any stage of life to foster creative self-expression and enhance learning with music as the guide. Activities may include playing a variety of percussion instruments, singing favorite songs, songwriting, or learning how to play a new instrument (guitar, piano, ukulele, and vocals).
Music enrichment classes can provide unique learning opportunities, chances to deepen one's connection with music, and improve quality of life. Music classes can be offered in individual or group settings.
30 minutes / $40
50 minutes / $65
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Legacy Project Specialist
Special Events
When a loved one is nearing the end of their life, there are beautiful opportunities to be present with one another while sharing memorable stories, singing favorite songs, and expressing admiration for one another.
Through my extensive work in hospice and palliative care, I have seen the impact of creating legacy projects at the bedside that become cherished gifts after their passing. These projects can be uniquely personalized, including but not limited to hand mold casting, heartbeat recordings, high-quality audio/video recordings (stories, songs, messages), handprint artwork, and songwriting.
Same-day delivery if death is imminent.
Rates start at $50/hour, plus additional costs to cover materials, if needed.
Contact for more information.
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With over 14 years of performing professionally, I specialize in providing custom, acoustic musical offerings for funerals, memorial services, weddings, birthdays, and other celebrations.
I perform a wide variety of genres including folk, country, jazz, oldies, rock, pop, movie/musical theater, and religious.
I'm able to accept music requests or offer recommendations to complement your special occasion.
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Audio samples are available upon request.
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Rates begin at $75/Hour, but can work to accommodate your budget and timeline.
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Please note, that if travel outside of the Binghamton area is needed, a higher session rate may be quoted.
Services may be eligible for reimbursement as a self-directed service through OPWDD in NYS. Get in touch for more information.
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Get in Touch
If you have any questions or would like to inquire about receiving services for yourself or a loved one, please email kristencartermtbc@gmail.com or fill out the contact info below.
Kristen Carter Music Therapy Services, LLC
Binghamton, NY
kristencartermtbc@gmail.com
Tel: 607-727-4202