Friday, Feb. 28, 2025
10:00 am - noon
The two hour presentation will provide information about the latest neuroscience of music -the why of how our brains process music. Participants will not only learn the science but will engage in experiential exercises for brain optimization, memory, and motor rengagement. Additionally, ample time will be provided to have the participants’ specific questions addressed related to the use of music in home and community settings to keep both active and creative.
Instructor
Suzanne Oliver
Suzanne Oliver is the founder and executive director of Neurologic Music Therapy Services Of Arizona – an NMT clinic based in Phoenix, AZ that has been serving the community there for over 40 years. Over the years, she has employed up to as many as 21 therapists at one time, and currently has 6 NMTs working in their clinical setting serving a variety of children and adults with neurologic impairments. Additionally, from 2007 thru 2019, NMTSA had a school for non-speaking students with autism, providing them with grade level curriculum and communication and behavioral support at a 1:1 level.
Suzanne is also the chair of the NMT Academy Advisory Council, and is Academy assistant faculty for the NMT International training institutes. She is considered one of the world’s leading clinicians in the field of NMT with developmental disabilities, and in particular Autism.
Throughout her career she has impacted the lives of countless clients, families, NMTs, interns, mentees and other allied health clinicians.