About Newcastle Music and Art Therapy
Newcastle Music & Art Therapy is the largest provider of Music Therapy and Art Therapy in the Hunter Region.
We are a team of nine Music Therapists and Art Therapists who offer a range of Music Therapy and Art Therapy services. We have a beautiful, purpose-built creative arts centre in Warners Bay with spaces full of musical instruments, art materials and multisensory mediums to engage people of ALL ages.
We have an experienced leadership team who provides clinical supervision and support to all staff. In fact, between Susan, our practice owner, and Katishe, our practice manager, we have over forty years experience. So you know you are in safe and competent hands.
We have seen and heard many stories, and understand how complex life can be. Experience has taught us that we don’t know everything, and we greatly value your lived experience. We are here to walk beside you.
Our Services
Newcastle Music & Art Therapy offers a range of services including individual and group Music Therapy and Art Therapy.
We also provide group programs in schools, hospitals, aged care facilities and other community centres.
We are a fiercely inclusive service, welcoming people from all walks of life, including all neurotypes, genders, ages, abilities and folks from the LGBTQI+ community. We really want people to feel safe to creatively express who they truly are without fear of judgement, while working towards their goals.
It is important to note, we tick all the boxes as far as being an ethical and safe provider!
All therapy services are conducted by Masters qualified, professionally registered Music Therapists and Art Therapists.
Our service is a fully registered NDIS provider.
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Newcastle Music & Art Therapy Services
Individual Music Therapy Sessions
My Music is our program of individual music therapy sessions for adults and children. These are tailored sessions where you work one on one with a music therapist.
Individual Art Therapy Sessions
My Art is our program of individual art therapy sessions for adults and children. These are tailored sessions where you work one on one with an art therapist.
Music Therapy for Children and Families
School Bell Bop is our School Readiness Program for Childcare Centres, Preschools and Playgroups. We come to you, bringing our specially designed music therapy program into your centre!
Group Music Therapy Sessions
Drum It Out is a fun, energetic djembe drumming group for kids aged 8 to 12. Kids use rhythm-based interventions to develop social and emotional learning skills.
Group Art Therapy Sessions
Our Art for Wellness program combines the skills of a registered art therapist with a group setting to help support your goals. We can create group programs for disability providers, schools or organisations looking for creative group initiatives.
Other Services
Are you looking for something musical or artistic, but don’t know where to start?
Contact us to have a chat about your needs, and we’ll be able to advise you on what we can offer!
Meaningful Connections
We aim to provide accessible music and art therapy programs for people of all ages and abilities. We bring joy into people’s lives by creating meaningful connections between people helping people know their worth and reach their potential – through music and art.
Our Therapists
Changing lives through music and art!
At Newcastle Music & Art Therapy, we’re all about creating a space where everyone feels welcome and valued. We are a neuroaffirming practice, proudly support people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ folks, and Indigenous peoples.
It’s important to us that everyone feels included, heard and seen. We’re here to break down barriers, celebrate our differences, and make sure everyone can be themselves and shine.
Newcastle Music & Art Therapy operates on Awabakal country. We acknowledge the Awabakal people as the traditional custodians of the Warners Bay region and pay our respects to Awabakal elders past and present.
We are committed to a positive future for the Aboriginal community.
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Our Address
16/363 Hillsborough Road
Warners Bay NSW 2282