Our mission, team, and how to get involved
Music Therapy News exists to bridge the gap between music therapy research and the people who need it most — patients, families, clinicians, and students. We believe that evidence-based music therapy deserves the same visibility and accessibility as any other healthcare discipline.
We publish clinician-reviewed news and research summaries, host interviews with leading practitioners and researchers, and maintain a searchable directory of board-certified music therapists across the country. Our goal is to be the trusted, go-to resource for anyone seeking to understand, access, or advance the field of music therapy.
Our team includes board-certified music therapists, neuroscience researchers, and health journalists committed to accurate, accessible reporting on music therapy.
Passionate advocate for music therapy awareness and accessibility. Leads editorial direction and partnerships.
Our content is guided by an advisory board of leading music therapy professionals and researchers who review our coverage for clinical accuracy and relevance. Board members include past presidents of the American Music Therapy Association, university program directors, and clinicians from diverse practice settings.
Music Therapy News welcomes contributions from board-certified music therapists, researchers, students, and allied health professionals. We publish research summaries, clinical case perspectives, opinion pieces, and interviews.
If you're interested in contributing, here's what we're looking for:
Research Summaries — Accessible breakdowns of recently published music therapy studies, written for both clinicians and the general public. Aim for 800–1,200 words with clear clinical implications.
Clinical Perspectives — First-person accounts from practicing music therapists about innovative approaches, challenging cases (anonymized), or lessons learned. 600–1,000 words.
Opinion & Commentary — Thoughtful pieces on policy, education, reimbursement, or the future of the field. We value diverse perspectives and evidence-based arguments. 500–800 words.
All submissions go through editorial review by our clinical team. Please use the contact form below to pitch an idea or submit a draft.
Have a question, story tip, or partnership inquiry? Reach out using the form below and we'll get back to you within 48 hours.