Whale Song Music Psychotherapy Services
Whale Song Music Therapy works with statutory, voluntary and private organisations to provide Music Therapy services to groups and individuals.
A little about us
Whale Song's Story
Whale Song Music Therapy has provided accessible Music Therapy services in north east London since 2019, especially organisations supporting children and vulnerable adults. Whale Song adopts an organisational approach to therapy, which includes staff training and supervision.
- Over 170 individuals have received free music therapy in Waltham Forest since 2020
- Small staff team with combined experience of over 34 years providing music therapy to individuals and small groups
Our happy clients
We've Supported Lots of Organisations
Learn About the Impact of Music Therapy: Insights from Our Satisfied Clients.
Assistant Head Teacher
A Nursery School in Waltham Forest
“We absolutely love having the Whale Song music therapists in our setting… The impact on the children is wonderful and we are so lucky to work with them. The sounds emanating from the room
entice other children and our only wish is that we could have more! Thank you for all that you bring to our children!”
Charan Singh
Ezey Care Ltd.
“We were highly delighted with the input of, Elen from Whale Song Music Therapy C.I.C. Elen worked and supported the person with learning disability and complex autism, who struggled to interact and engaged in activities… I highly recommend Whale Song Music Therapy.”
Irina
Parent of Child accessing music therapy
“I highly recommend Whale Song Music Therapy! We had a wonderful 12-week long experience with lovely Caroline. My daughter loved every session, deeply connecting with the therapist and her musical instruments, always eager to stay longer. It was fun and truly enjoyable for both of us. If we could, we would have done it again!”
Frequently Asked Questions
Welcome to our FAQ section, where you can find quick and comprehensive answers to the most commonly asked questions about our services. We’ve extended our section to provide even more valuable insights into our offerings.
Music therapy is a psychological therapy delivered by a qualified music therapist. Sessions can include using music improvisation, songs and activities to achieve social, emotional and physical results. More information about music therapy can be found on the British Association of Music Therapy website: www.bamt.org
We believe that music is a powerful communication tool that can be used to explore personal feelings and emotions safely. Music therapy can help people whose lives are impacted by disability, mental or physical ill-health by providing a safe and supportive environment that allows people to express creatively and freely the feelings and thoughts they would usually find the most confusing and difficult to think or talk about.
To access our services, the first step is to complete a referral form here. Once we have received your referral form we will be in touch to discuss next steps. If you are an organisation that would like to partner with us to run a music therapy project or deliver services at your site please contact us here
At Whale Song Music Therapy C.I.C. we are committed to making music therapy as accessible as possible. Any surplus or profits raised from company activities are placed directly back into the company to provide free therapy to those who cannot afford it, we work hard to ensure that our rates stay as low as possible. We offer subsidised rates to some statutory and voluntary sector organisations, funding permitting and are committed to always having a limited number of free group and individual sessions available to Waltham Forest residents.
Individual sessions are charged at £65 per session and we recommend weekly sessions for at least 12 weeks. Please get in touch for our group session and day rates or to find out about our free sessions here
All of our current open group services can be found here.
Sessions are led by a HCPC registered qualified music therapist. Instruments and voice will be used by the therapist to encourage expression through music, this includes responding to body language, movements and emotions. Through individual or group work a therapeutic relationship will be built to improve wellbeing by supporting self-expression and communication.
Yes! You do not need any trained musical skill to access music therapy, the therapist will provide a space for you to explore the instruments in your own way and engage with the music in whichever way makes you feel comfortable.
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Finding Their Rhythm: Music Therapy for Children Under 5 Navigating Diagnosis
Music therapy for young children navigating a new diagnosis isn’t just about the individual child; it’s about strengthening the entire family unit. Through shared musical experiences, parents and siblings can connect with the child on a deeper level, fostering understanding, building bonds, and creating a more harmonious and supportive environment for everyone.
Easing Anxieties, Empowering Attendance: Music Therapy for Primary School Children
The primary school years should be filled with exploration, creativity, and the joy of learning. But for some children, anxiety casts a shadow over these formative years, leading to school avoidance, emotional distress, and missed opportunities for growth. Music therapy offers a unique and engaging approach to help these children navigate their anxieties, build coping skills, and reclaim their love for learning.