Kathleen Howland

In this episode, I chat with Professor Kathleen Howland, who is a music therapist, speech-language pathologist, and educator with over 35 years of experience using music to enhance speech, language, cognition, and movement in rehabilitation and wellness settings. Her work spans a wide range of applications, from reducing stress and anxiety to supporting oncology treatments, surgical preparation, and childbirth. Professor Howland teaches at Berklee College of Music and The Boston Conservatory, where she bridges clinical practice and academic research, lecturing internationally on the neurological foundations of music therapy. A passionate advocate for the power of music as a therapeutic tool, Professor Howland continues to inspire and innovate in her field.