UNLOCK MUSIC THERAPY
What is Music Therapy?
Music Therapy is the clinical & evidence-based use of music interventions to accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship by a credentialed professional.
Our Services
Unlock Music Therapy has a team of therapists providing in-home care to Indianapolis and surrounding counties. Sessions are held each week and typically last between 45-60 minutes. An assessment will take place to determine appropriate goals and objectives. An individualized treatment plan will be created, weekly documentation will be completed, and quarterly reports will be discussed at case meetings.
Meet Our Team
Mason Strycker, MT-BC
I am a board certified music therapist and co-founder of Unlock Music Therapy. I graduated from Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne with my Bachelor of Science in Music Therapy in August of 2018. I then began my professional career in Fort Wayne conducting individual sessions with children/young adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. After relocating to the Indianapolis area I began the process of creating UMT and making it a Medicaid Waiver provider.
Now serving Indianapolis and surrounding counties, I look forward to expanding our business, adding therapists to our team, and working to better the lives and families of the communities we serve!
Shelby Weaver, MT-BC
Hi! My name is Shelby and I am also a board certified music therapist and co-owner of Unlock Music Therapy. I graduated from Indiana University - Purdue University of Fort Wayne, Indiana with my Bachelor of Science degree in Music Therapy. I interned in a few different settings including a children's hospital, hospice, and with individuals on the Medicaid Waiver. For the entirety of my professional career, I have worked with individuals with a wide range of ages and abilities. I am from the Central Indiana area, so I am very excited to be offering services back into the community that has always served me so well.
My biggest passions have always included music and people! When I learned about music therapy, I knew that it was the perfect job for me because it combined the two things I'm most passionate about; music and building relationships.
Emily Justice, MT-BC
Emily is a recent graduate of the University of Indianapolis where her primary instruments were flute, piano, and voice. She has music therapy experience with several populations, including working with young children, people with disabilities, and older adults.
In her free time Emily enjoys hiking, baking, going to yoga classes, and hanging out with friends!
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Chloe Sneed, MT-BC
Chloe graduated from University of Indianapolis with a music therapy degree and a composition concentration. Her primary instruments were piano and voice. She has music therapy experience with a myriad of populations including individuals of all ages with disabilities, children and infants, older adults, and school settings. Chloe also developed a music therapy program for students in Spanish-speaking communities to learn English in her internship!
In her free time, Chloe enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling and exploring new places, serving her community, and cooking! She is passionate about encouraging and serving others!
Mea Ward, MT-BC
Mea has been a Board Certified Music Therapist since 2020. She graduated from the University of Louisville and calls Kentucky home. In her professional career she has presented at several music therapy conferences (locally, regional, and national) and plans to continue to expand her career. She has experience in Medicaid waiver work and Hospice. Mea believes strongly that no matter the age, diagnosis, socioeconomic status, etc., all people want is to be heard and accepted and finds it beautiful how music can meet that need. Mea is a wife and mother of two who loves to be outside in nature in her spare time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does each music therapy session last?
Sessions typically last between 45 and 60 minutes. Factors that may be taken into account when determining the session time include: availability, Medicaid budget, client needs.
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Where do music therapy sessions take place?
Music therapy sessions can take place in a variety of spaces. Typically sessions are held in the family home. There are also options for virtual sessions, sessions in ABA facilities, and schools pending current Covid protocol.
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Who can benefit from music therapy services?
Anyone who qualifies for Medicaid Waiver, private pay referrals, and anyone seeking help with physical rehabilitation, emotional regulation, improving cognitive concepts, speech, life-skills, sensory processing, and many other areas that contribute to an overall better quality of life!