https://www.singingsandsmt.ca/services daily 0.75 2024-10-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f510dfe8a9e4605a7f6c014/4f9878ba-e009-43e0-9a9b-3cdede4c87f3/hand-drawn+simplified+needles+in+back+acupuncture+icon Services hand-drawn empty pill bottle icon https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f510dfe8a9e4605a7f6c014/1605992950099-01B0JDAPCQBK18I4FDOG/shonapottinger.jpg Services - “Shona has been working with our son with complex needs, including global development delays, for many years. Shona is a constant in our son’s life and he always lights up when he arrives at her sessions. She is patient, kind and sees the possibilities in her clients. I don’t know where we would be without her. Through Shona’s work with our son, he’s become more adept at holding a mallet, which has made a big difference in his self feeding.“ — Genevieve L., CLIENT https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f510dfe8a9e4605a7f6c014/1605991363740-4N8NY74LL05ZB91DCUQN/Jenna+Rachelle+Photography-6185_websize.jpg Services https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f510dfe8a9e4605a7f6c014/1605988608503-A49WKU1RNKCXNS4JWE7G/Jenna+Rachelle+Photography-5416_websize+%282%29.jpg Services Shona Pottinger https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f510dfe8a9e4605a7f6c014/1605991398971-C3XRFKPIJYZAMFEQ1NYP/Jenna+Rachelle+Photography-5702_websize+%281%29.jpg Services https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f510dfe8a9e4605a7f6c014/1605991939014-0NK8VDI0AFRFF0B3GAEO/Jenna+Rachelle+Photography-5707_websize+%281%29.jpg Services https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f510dfe8a9e4605a7f6c014/1605991938073-W929705YT3BFL8DI5U37/Jenna+Rachelle+Photography-5790_websize.jpg Services https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f510dfe8a9e4605a7f6c014/1605991938345-FRTZX2DCOL0UMDZZ71WR/Jenna+Rachelle+Photography-5817_websize.jpg Services https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f510dfe8a9e4605a7f6c014/1605991939444-1SG0NAGMQPLJQY4TDQXB/Jenna+Rachelle+Photography-6203_websize.jpg Services https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f510dfe8a9e4605a7f6c014/1605992075369-CT6MW0GGLY8PEN7QDLEA/Jenna+Rachelle+Photography-6023_websize.jpg Services https://www.singingsandsmt.ca/about daily 0.75 2020-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f510dfe8a9e4605a7f6c014/1605989988518-WZGGFC1VHJGCPXKBJDUT/musicstudio.jpg About - How Can Music Therapy Help? Music therapy goals and benefits include, but are not limited to, the following: Increased self-esteem Fine/gross motor skill development, maintenance, and rehabilitation Speech development and rehabilitation Range of motion Stress and anxiety management Positive outlet for self-expression Pain management Improved interpersonal and social skills Improved focus and concentration https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f510dfe8a9e4605a7f6c014/1605989767124-KASXD6B3HTETHHJ1IMRY/Jenna+Rachelle+Photography-5778_websize.jpg About - Music as Therapy “What do you do in music therapy?" is the most commonly posed question we hear. Not to mention having fun, a music therapy session can include, but not be limited, to the following interventions: Movement ~ including rhythmic activities. Music therapists are trained to utilize the rhythm based techniques that are aimed at promoting the client's range of motion, balance, coordination, fine and gross motor skills, relaxation, mobility, and strength. Improvising ~ either in a structured or spontaneous environment, improvising offers a creative and non-verbal means of communicating positive or negative emotions in a non-threatening space. Playing instruments ~ while improving fine and gross motor coordination, instrument playing can increase a client's self-esteem, attention span, leadership, and well-being, all while providing a sense of accomplishment. Songwriting ~ used to facilitate the expression of ideas, emotions, and experiences which result in the client's satisfaction of having created something. Singing ~ articulation, rhythm, and breath control are areas in which singing aids in development. In groups, singing can reduce fear and anxiety, while promoting social skills and awareness of others. In individual settings, singing can provide a means of improving the development of speech and self-esteem. https://www.singingsandsmt.ca/home daily 1.0 2024-10-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f510dfe8a9e4605a7f6c014/1605986840672-PV43DSLYBJYJ91YC734W/Jenna+Rachelle+Photography-5834_websize.jpg Home - Music as Therapy “What exactly is music therapy?” That’s a question we get asked often. Most of us intuitively understand some of the soul-soothing benefits of listening to or playing music, but music therapy entails much more. Music therapy is an evidence-based and accredited health practice that uses music as the tool of intervention. In other words, music is used as a means to address an individual’s emotional, physical, social, and cognitive objectives within the context of a therapeutic relationship. The therapeutic interventions may include singing, songwriting, playing instruments, movement, and more. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f510dfe8a9e4605a7f6c014/1605732037140-MNWGND0KZCFNCVZYBCSL/Shona+Pottinger Home - Shona Pottinger BMT , MTA, NMT Shona founded Singing Sands Music Therapy in 2010, and has worked with clients aged from 24 months to 100 years who have a variety of diagnoses, including ABI, Stroke, Parkinson’s Disease, Alzheimer’s/Dementia, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Autism, and Global Developmental Delay. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f510dfe8a9e4605a7f6c014/1602257616303-GMBQUY7IFO4CN7P97WBW/Untitled+design+%2810%29.png Home hand-drawn empty pill bottle icon https://www.singingsandsmt.ca/therapist daily 0.75 2024-10-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f510dfe8a9e4605a7f6c014/1605989666333-I2WD8E86R9MTM1YZ4XCC/Jenna+Rachelle+Photography-5217_websize.jpg Therapist - Certified Music Therapist and Owner - BMT, MTA, NMT Shona Pottinger Shona founded Singing Sands Music Therapy in 2010 and has experience working with clients from ages 24 months to 100 years who have a variety of diagnoses, including ABI, Stroke, Parkinson’s Disease, Alzheimer’s/Dementia, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Autism, and Global Developmental Delay. Shona completed her undergraduate degree at Acadia University, after which she undertook a 7-month internship position at Parkstone Enhanced Care in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Throughout her internship, Shona gained clinical experience with a clientele diagnosed with a variety of disorders including Dementia, Alzheimer's, Cerebral Palsy, Stroke, and Depression. She moved to PEI in 2010 and established her private practice the same year. While contracting her services to long-term care facilities in the Charlottetown area for both group and individual sessions, Shona has continued to develop a successful practice. Outside of her music therapy work, Shona shares her love for music by providing instruction in piano and guitar, performance opportunities, as well as educational presentations to various organizations in the region about music therapy. Continuing education is also an important part of Shona's commitment to providing quality music therapy services. She has completed multiple workshops ranging from Mental Health First Aid to behaviour modification approaches, as well as attended regional, national, and international music therapy conferences. Email — LinkedIn — Facebook https://www.singingsandsmt.ca/contact daily 0.75 2020-12-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f510dfe8a9e4605a7f6c014/1605993373978-PJ4A95GG5CCZRWJFR9Z4/Jenna+Rachelle+Photography-5837_websize.jpg Contact https://www.singingsandsmt.ca/were-hiring daily 0.75 2024-06-18 https://www.singingsandsmt.ca/internships daily 0.75 2024-06-18