Music Therapist
Use music interventions to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of clients
About the profession
Music Therapists use evidence-based music interventions to help clients achieve therapeutic goals in healthcare, mental health, education, and rehabilitation settings. They assess client needs, design music-based treatment plans, and measure outcomes. In 2026, music therapy is increasingly recognized by healthcare systems, with growing applications in dementia care, PTSD treatment, NICU care, and telehealth-delivered sessions.
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Music Therapy Intern → Music Therapist (MT-BC) → Advanced Practice / Clinical Director
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Timeline: 0-3 | Entry Level Base: $38,000 - $52,000/year Conduct music therapy assessments for clients Design individualized music therapy treatment plans Facilitate individual…
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Conservative and aggressive scenarios for 10–15 years
Year 1-3: MT-BC $38,000 - $52,000 Year 3-7: Experienced $52,000 - $68,000 Year 7+: Director $68,000 - $92,000+
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