Expert Voices: Music Therapy (How Music Can Help Treat Mental Health Conditions)

Aksana Kavaliova-Moussi, MA, MM, RP,  MTA, NMT, Doctoral Student Psychotherapist, Music Therapist Aksana Kavaliova-Moussi is a certified music therapist and a registered psychotherapist in Ontario, Canada. She has Masters degrees in music therapy and counselling psychology and studies at a doctorate program at Colorado State University. Aksana works with trauma survivors, victims of violence of all ages, and with neurodivergent individuals. She serves as Secretary of the World Federation of Music Therapy and a Co-Chair of the Online Conference for Music Therapy. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aksana_musictherapy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aksana.kavaliovac YouTube: N/A Website: N/A LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aksana-kavaliova-37715384/ Daniel Goldschmidt, MM, MT-BC (they/them) Owner, Etude LLC Meet Daniel Goldschmidt MM, MT-BC (they/them) - a music therapist who's committed to constant growth and doing better each day. Daniel believes in breaking free from binary thinking and challenging societal norms that box us in. A board-certified music therapist since 2013, Daniel has worked with individuals from all walks of life - from toddlers to centenarians, people from diverse racial, ethnic, and religious backgrounds, neurodivergent folks, LGBTQIA+ communities, and people with various other identities. Daniel earned their Bachelor's degree in music therapy from the University of Kansas in 2013, followed by a Master's degree (with a graduate certificate in gender, power, and difference) from Colorado State University in 2020. They have served on various boards and committees, most recently a two year term with the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee for the Great Lakes Region of the American Music Therapy Association. Daniel's dedication to education and advocacy extends far beyond music therapy. They've completed trainings in music cognition research, music therapy and autistic folks, and a 40-hour training on advocating for victims of sexual assault. Daniel has delivered keynote speeches, trainings, and presentations around the world, including keynotes on addressing white supremacy in healthcare in South Africa, Manitoba, California, and Minnesota. They've also given talks on music cognition and musical intervention, including keynotes for the Virginia Association of Licensed Child Placing Agencies, the Virginia Occupational Therapy Association, and a TEDx talk. Beyond their work as a music therapist, Daniel performs with Brass Solidarity, an anti-racist street band based in George Floyd Square in South Minneapolis. You can also find Daniel playing piano and singing with various bands and improv groups in the Twin Cities. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielnnz Facebook: N/A YouTube: N/A Website: https://www.etudellc.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-goldschmidt-8bb36010/ Cynthia Faye, MTA, MMT, MT-BC, RP(Q) Music Therapist & Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) Cynthia Fay is a singer, songwriter, artist, and board certified music therapist & registered psychotherapist (qualifying) offering compassionate, culturally-informed care through Bluewater Therapy Services in Sarnia, Ontario & Kapwa Counselling in Toronto, Ontario. Cynthia is of Filipino and mixed Caribbean heritage, she integrates music, art, and community-centered practices to support healing, connection, and growth. Cynthia has released a colouring book showcasing Filipino traditions of decorating with colourful Parol to share her culture & provide a peaceful activity for self- care and relaxation. It is called, "The Filipino Parol Colouring Book" By Cynthia Fay, and it is available for sale on Amazon.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluewatertherapyservices Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573762329151 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi-aBy6bygeYbl-wvDGMU1g Website: https://sites.google.com/view/bluewatertherapyservices-ca/home?authuser=0 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthia-fay-gutierrez-marhue-1999a72a9/ Krystine Smith, MA, MT-BC Board Certified Music Therapist, Advanced Trainee in Guided Imagery and Music Krystine Smith is a professional flutist, Board Certified Music Therapist, Advanced Trainee in Guided Imagery and Music, Registered Yoga Teacher, and Marine Corps Veteran. Krystine completed her Bachelors of Music in Music Therapy at the University of Miami and her Masters of Arts in Music Therapy at Saint Mary of the Woods College. She is currently an Advanced Trainee in Guided Imagery and Music, a music-centered, depth approach to transformational therapy. As a Veteran, Krystine is very passionate about serving military and Veteran populations particularly supporting mental health related needs such as PTSD and Substance Use Disorder. She offers private music therapy services through her practice Peak Music and Wellness. To learn more about Guided Imagery and Music, please visit https://www.ami-bonnymethod.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peakmusicandwellness Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peakmusicandwellness YouTube: N/A Website: https://peakmusicandwellness.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krystinensmith Anastasia Canfield, MM, MA, LPC, NCC, MT-BC, RPT, ASDCS Owner/Operator, Director, Clinical Supervisor -- Creative Remedies, LLC Anastasia Canfield is a Board-Certified Music Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Registered Play Therapist, and Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist. She has a breadth of experience across various psychiatric populations including people who are incarcerated and formerly incarcerated, severe and persistent mental illness, inpatient psychiatric care, intensive outpatient psychiatric care, partial psychiatric hospitalization, specialized school settings, and private practice. Anastasia is a clinical training director for Music Therapy students and counseling students in Colorado. She is also a health educator speaking on a variety of topics related to the arts in healthcare. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creativeremediesllc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/creativeremediesllc YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@creativeremediesllc7533 Website: https://www.CreativeRemediesLLC.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anastasia-canfield     Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest speaker on this episode are solely those of the guest. The content shared is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as professional advice or endorsement.