Have you noticed that things feel harder lately? Maybe you wake up with a low-level hum of anxiety that you can’t quite name. Maybe you scroll on your phone and feel a heaviness settle in your chest that stays with you long after you’ve put your phone down. Maybe someone asks “how are you?” and the honest answer feels so complicated that you just say fine, because where would you even begin? You’re not imagining it. And you’re not alone. The state of the world right now is genuinely...

In school settings, transitions can often be the most difficult part of the day for some children. In my experience, this is especially noticeable during moments like returning to class after recess, packing away preferred activities, or getting ready to go home. These moments require children to shift attention, regulate their emotions, and adapt quickly to changing expectations. Over time, I have found that music can be a very effective way to support these transitions because it provides...

In school-based music therapy, I have found that transitions can look very different depending on the child’s age, developmental stage, sensory profile, and previous experiences. Some children may only need a simple reminder, while others require a much more structured and supported approach to move from one activity to another. Over time, I have learnt that transition strategies are usually most successful when they are flexible, predictable, and adapted to the individual child rather than...