[Jordyn Shaffer]

During my music therapy groups, I remind the parents that there is no “right or wrong.” The groups are about allowing children to explore and meet other children and develop through music. I feel that as a music therapist for sprouting melodies, I will allow children to explore and play in a free manor that allows them to explore in the way that they do during each stage of development. The information I learned this week will better inform me as a therapist and solidify the typical milestones and allow for multiple interventions to help facilitate those milestones. I also highly encourage parents to learn the songs during group and to take them home to continue with their children! It’s most important that they bond with their child on a regular basis and incorporate these interventions at home.

[Jordyn Shaffer]

My biggest takeaway from this week is that it is imperative to look at the world from a child’s’ point of view. I know that in the past, I have seen children getting excited at the tiniest of things that typical adults would not blink an eye at. It is important as adults but more importantly as a provider for children, not to squash the bright light and joy that each child brings to the world. Enjoy the little things and embrace the “child like” behavior!

[Jordyn Shaffer]

Hello Skye! Can’t wait to start working with you.

[Jordyn Shaffer]

Welcome, Joe! Can’t wait to work with you on this 😉

[Jordyn Shaffer]

Hello Everyone. My name is Jordyn Shaffer. I am a music therapist in Frederick Maryland and I work for a music therapy private practice called Noteable Progressions. I’ve been working as a professional for about ten months. My boss Darcy provides Sprouting Melodies courses throughout our community and wanted her employees to be able to provide these courses as well. I have experience working with children in the hospital setting, in private practice, and in groups. I am hoping to really expand my repertoire for this age group as well as learn even more about the development of children at this age.

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