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Proactive Wellness through Music Therapy

MTAcademy Founder and Director of Education, Rachael Finnerty is a Certified Music Therapist, Registered Psychotherapist, and completed a PhD at McMaster University in Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour supervised by Dr. Laurel Trainor. 

Rachael's research focuses on Proactive Wellness through music group therapy! 

Learn more about her research here! 

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Research

The MTAcademy supervises research projects for students interested in studying music therapy. 
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Articles and Posters by Topic

Music Activities during COVID
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Mental Health
Pain Perception
Dementia

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The Music Therapy Academy supervises research projects for students interested in studying music therapy. 
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MTAcademy Mentorship Program

Our mentorship program supports individuals from a variety of backgrounds interested in developing music and health careers. Read about our current mentees and alumni!
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