providing clinical music therapy services in Central New York
Testimonials
”Maestro Music Therapy has been an absolute game-changer for our child. From the moment we enrolled our child in their program, we knew we had found something truly remarkable.
Amanda and Jo possess an exceptional understanding of how to tailor music therapy to the unique needs of children. They have created a nurturing and inclusive environment where our child feels not only supported but also empowered to explore the world through music.
Beyond the tangible goals, what truly sets Maestro Music Therapy apart is the genuine care and passion they exhibit towards each child they work with. Their dedication to ensuring every session is meaningful and enjoyable is evident in the joy that lights up our child's face whenever they engage in music therapy.
We cannot express enough gratitude to the team at Maestro Music Therapy for the profound impact they have had on our child's life. They have not only helped our child cope with challenges but have also instilled a lifelong love for music – they are truly exceptional.”
“Amanda is so kind and talented, and music therapy was truly a game changer for my daughter. Music therapy visits could bring her so much comfort and peace at her times of suffering when nothing else could. Music helped unlock her world and taught us so much about her personality. Amanda is amazing!
“Amanda is an amazing human that always reaches the heart of those she is with… she is an angel.” - Anne-Marie Barton, Founder of Sophie’s Place, an initiative of the Forever Young Foundation
“Jo’s patience and skill has allowed [our child] to level up in expressing himself with music this year!”
“Amanda is one of the most amazing humans I will ever know in my life. I came to know her during our time at Primary Children’s Hospital after my son was recovering from a severe traumatic brain injury. We were told if he lived we would have to put him into a home. He slowly made improvements daily, but the day the music team lead by Amanda entered our room for the first time, I knew our life would never be the same! I’m a big believer in music as therapy and would recommend it to anyone! Amanda was so beautiful and compassionate and worked with him so well! He not only began to talk but we walked out of that hospital 4 months later! Music played one of the biggest roles in that moment!”
“It warms my heart to see how Jo adjusts the session to show [my child] that music can benefit us even when we might be sad or tired. Just wanted to pass along the awesome work Maestro Music Therapy is doing, so you know the impact you are having.”
“[My daughter] underwent chemotherapy and a bone marrow transplant. Her sessions with Amanda gave her something to look forward to every day, and drew her out of her depressed isolation. She wrote songs in music therapy that gave meaning to her suffering, and allowed her to process her grief, anger and pain in a constructive and healing way. We credit this dedicated, knowledgeable, and loving treatment as the factor that made the difference in our daughter’s recovery.”
“Allie was amazing with [my daughter] and letting her explore but adding in therapy! She sang the entire way home in her own little way. We can’t wait to come back! ”
“Amanda and her team are phenomenal. My kiddo has been working with Amanda for a few years now. She used to see her in school but now gets to go to her studios because she’s homeschooling. If your kid is struggling but connects to music, I recommend getting a music therapy evaluation!”
“I want to say how beneficial working with Amanda has been for me! I have been working with her for just over a year now and it is still my most anticipated appointment each week! Amanda has helped me write a song about my son that lets him know how proud I am of him. The process of writing the song has been so rewarding and it seems like everybody that hears the song is brought to tears. Her beautiful voice along with amazing guitar playing skills have truly changed my life for the better! And I would recommend her services to anybody seeking music therapy. Amanda is the best!”
“Overall, music therapy with Jo has been a great addition to [my son’s] routine, especially during the winter months when getting his necessary input is very difficult. We have noticed great improvement in multiple areas and look forward to seeing what else he can accomplish moving forward!”