Does the IMNF treat patients?
The IMNF provides music therapy services to patients through the Beth Albraham Family of Health Services.  Patients who are treated at the nursing homes, rehabilitation centers and Adult Day Health Care Programs of Beth Abraham have access to the state-of-the-art music therapy treatment programs used by the IMNF.

How can I get music therapy services for myself or my loved one?
If you would like to schedule a music therapy evaluation for yourself or a loved one, you can contact the IMNF at (718) 519-5880 to schedule an appointment.

Why is music therapy effective?
Music therapy is effective because music has been discovered to affect certain areas of the brain.  Different music therapy programs can encourage different aspects of brain development or change.  There is evidence-based research supporting the use of music therapy in a variety of treatment situations.

If you are interested in learning more about the use of music for treating specific illnesses or disorders, please visit the section of our Web site dedicated to that area of treatment.

The American Music Therapy Association also has some valuable answers to frequently asked general questions about music therapy.  If you have general questions about music therapy, click here.

How quickly does music therapy produce results?
Results from music therapy will depend on the disorder being treated.  In some situations, music therapy can produce results in as little as one session.  Like most forms of therapy, a music therapy program is most effective with regular sessions.

What kind of music is used in music therapy?
This again depends on the type of therapy required.  For example, it has been found that patients with Parkinson's disease benefit from music with a specific number of beats per minute.  To learn more about Parkinson's and music therapy, you can read an article by our executive director, Concetta Tomaino, DA, MT-BC, here.

What kind of musical instruments are used in music therapy?
There are a wide variety of instruments used in music therapy, depending on the specific needs and abilities of the patient.  Please visit our Music Therapy Interventions pages to learn about the tools and musical instruments used for specific conditions.

Does the IMNF train professionals?
Professionals from around the world have visited the IMNF to learn more about music therapy or to train through the IMNF program.  If you are interested in learning more about training with us, click here.

Does the IMNF conduct research?
The IMNF receives government, healthcare, and private grants to conduct cutting-edge research in the field of music therapy and music neuroscience. To learn more about our latest research projects, click here.

Can I come to observe?
Qualified individuals are welcome to observe music therapy sessions with us.  These appointments must be prearranged and usually involve a fee.  Please contact the IMNF at info@bethabe.org or (718) 519-5880 to schedule an observation appointment.

Can I do an internship with the IMNF?
The IMNF offers a variety of internship opportunities for students in the music therapy, research or business fields.  Click here to learn more.

How can I learn more about music therapy?
To learn more about how music therapy helps in the treatment of different conditions, visit our music therapy intervention pages. 

If you would like general information about music therapy, you can visit the American Music Therapy Association. 

If you are interested in the accreditation process for music therapists, you can visit the Certification Board for Music Therapists.

In order to support our mission, the Institute for Music and Neurologic Function relies upon the generosity of individuals, corporations and foundations.

 

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