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Music Therapist
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Use music interventions to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of clients
$40,000 – $80,00025% Remote3 careerDetailPage.levels
Music Therapy Intern → Music Therapist (MT-BC) → Advanced Practice / Clinical Director
$80k
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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. Industry Demand: growing — healthcare recognition and insurance coverage expanding
💰 Salary Range
Entry
$40K
Senior
$80K
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