Music is a constant presence in daily life, and emerging research continues to highlight its value for mental health and wellbeing. From a music therapy perspective, intentional engagement with music can support emotional regulation, connection, and resilience in simple, everyday ways.

There’s something about summer that naturally draws us toward creativity. Maybe it’s the slower pace, the brighter colours, or the sense of play that returns when the days get longer. In music therapy, this season often invites us to step back from structure and reconnect with the simple joy of making music - without pressure, without perfection. That is why we have created our DIY ukulele for summer! What I enjoy most about this activity is how naturally it creates moments of connection....

One of the things I love most about music therapy is how naturally music brings emotions to the surface. A song can make us feel joyful,...