A trauma-informed, inclusive, culturally responsive music therapy practice providing services in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond.
Music therapy is the use of music in all its creative facets within a therapeutic relationship with a trained and qualified music therapist. It is an effective and evidence-based therapeutic modality for all ages, from infants to older adults, and for people of all abilities. Sessions are tailored to the individual needs of the client and may target a wide range of emotional, psychosocial, physiological and/or cognitive goals.
From the rhythm of our heartbeat to the melody of our laughter and crying, we are musical beings who instinctively express ourselves through sound. Music helps us to connect and communicate; to access and transform emotions; to express and affirm culture and identity; to access memory and strengthen cognitive abilities; to develop creativity and flexibility; and to bring about physiological change. These connections with music remain despite disability or illness.
Through a variety of musical techniques such as voice work, improvisation, music guided imagery, songwriting and other creative arts modalities, I work in collaboration with my clients to support them in accessing their full potential. No musical background or training is required to participate in music therapy.
About Me
Maya Charlton, MA, MT-BC is a Board-Certified Music Therapist with extensive experience in program development, clinical supervision and providing direct music therapy services to people in all life stages.
My Services
Providing individual & group music therapy services, clinical supervision and workshops and trainings in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. In-person and remote services available.
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Benefits of Music Therapy
Research shows that music therapy has a positive impact on emotional, developmental, psychosocial, physiological and/or cognitive health in people of all ages from premature infants to older adults.
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Stay close to any sounds that make you glad you are alive.
Hafiz, “The Gift”
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Contact me for a free 15-minute phone or video consultation to see how music therapy can support you or your loved one.
For all inquiries, please complete the contact form below or email: info@mayacharlton.com
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“I work with Maya and observe the therapeutic value she adds to a patient care team. Her work with patients, parents and siblings is extraordinary. she adds huge curative value when she and her music therapy are part of a care plan”.
R.B. Staff R.N.
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