Referrals are welcome from individuals, family members, carers, health professionals, education providers, community organisations, and support services. Including:

• General Practitioners (GPs)

• Specialists and nurse practitioners

• Psychologists, counsellors, and psychotherapists

• Occupational therapists, physiotherapists, speech-language therapists, and other allied health professionals

• Social workers and support coordinators

• Schools, early childhood services, and tertiary providers

• Disability, aged care, hospice, and community support services

• Family members, whānau, carers, and support people

• Individuals seeking support for themselves

If you are unsure whether music therapy, clinical supervision, consultation, or training is the right fit, you are welcome to submit a referral or make contact to discuss your needs.

Attuned Music Therapy provides person-centred, neuro-affirming, and trauma-informed support for children, young people, adults, older adults, and families.

Services may be helpful for individuals experiencing:

• Disability, chronic illness, or complex health conditions

• Neurodivergence, including autism and ADHD

• Anxiety, depression, stress, or emotional challenges

• Communication, social, or relationship difficulties

• Chronic pain, fatigue, or nervous system dysregulation

• Dementia and age-related cognitive changes

• Life-limiting illness, palliative care, grief, and loss

• Adjustment to illness, injury, disability, or major life changes

• Sensory processing differences

• Challenges with self-expression, identity, confidence, or wellbeing

Music therapy does not require any prior musical experience or ability. Sessions are tailored to each person's strengths, interests, goals, and support needs, and may involve listening to music, songwriting, improvisation, singing, instrument play, relaxation, reminiscence, creative expression, or music-based coping strategies.

Services are available for individuals, groups, families, organisations, and communities.

Once a referral is received, Helen will review the information provided and make contact with the individual, family, whānau, or referrer (as appropriate) to discuss needs, goals, and whether the service is a good fit.

The next steps may include:

1. Initial Contact : A brief conversation to gather further information, answer questions, and discuss service options.

2. Assessment and Planning: Where appropriate, an initial session or consultation will be arranged to explore goals, strengths, support needs, and preferences.

3. Recommendations: Recommendations will be made regarding ongoing music therapy, clinical supervision, consultation, training, or alternative supports if another service would be more suitable.

4. Service Commencement: If proceeding, sessions will be scheduled and a personalised plan developed collaboratively.

If there is a waiting list, this will be discussed during initial contact. Every effort is made to respond to referrals promptly; however, response times may vary depending on service demand and capacity.

If you have any questions before submitting a referral, please feel free to get in touch.