Program: Music Therapy
Finding a Beat, Keeping a Beat
Tuesday, January 14, 2025 • 6-9pm • Virtual/Online Creative Metronome Training and Rhythmic Framing Presented by Anthony Riscica MA, LCAT, MT-BC In this engaging workshop, attendees will explore rhythmic training techniques developed by music therapist and professional drummer Anthony Riscica. Drawing on decades of drumming experience, this workshop highlights the benefits of rhythmic understanding in…
INCLUDEnyc Talk: Advocacy Skills
Monday, February 3, 2025 – 6:30-8:00pm – Free & Online Melinda Burke is back with another informative and resourceful talk for our Music Therapy community. This online talk is focused on helping you become your child’s best advocate and learn what you can do to help get them the support and services they need in…
INCLUDEnyc Talk: Let’s Talk About OPWDD & What it Can Do for Your Child
Monday, November 18, 2024 – 6:30-8:00pm – Free & Online Melinda Burke is back with another informative and resourceful talk for our Music Therapy community. The Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is a NY State agency. Find out how, if your child is eligible and if OPWDD can help you navigate the world…
IncludeNYC Talk: Navigating OPWDD (Office for People With Developmental Disabilities) Services
Tuesday, March 12 – 6:30pm Get an overview of OPWDD services, what they are, how they can help your child, and how to apply for them, as well as a short clarification of the differences between Traditional (Agency-Managed) Services and Self-Direction. After the presentation, there will be an open Zoom for parents to ask questions,…
INCLUDEnyc Talk: Roads to Independence
Monday, March 24, 2025 – 6:30-8:00pm – Free & Online Melinda Burke is back with another informative and resourceful talk for our Music Therapy community. This talk is designed to help families begin to think about future planning for young people with disabilities who are preparing to leave high school (though it’s never too early to…
INCLUDEnyc Talk: Understanding Your Child’s Behavior
Monday, May 19, 2025 – 6:30-8:00pm – Free & Online Melinda Burke is back with another informative and resourceful talk for our Music Therapy community on Understanding Your Child’s Behavior. Behavior is a way for your child to communicate with you. What is your child trying to say? Learn strategies to manage and prevent challenging…
INCLUDEnyc Talk: Understanding Your Child’s IEP
Monday, September 30, 2024 – 6:30-8:00pm – Free & Online Melinda Burke is back with another informative and resourceful talk for our Music Therapy community. In this INCLUDEnyc talk, you’ll learn about the Individualized Education Program and how it influences your child’s special education. We’ll review the key sections of the IEP and identify action…
IncludeNYC Talk: Understanding Your Child’s Behavior
Monday, February 5, 6:30pm Melinda Burke is back with another informative and resourceful talk for our MT community. Behavior is a way for your child to communicate with you. What is your child trying to say to you? We’ll talk about strategies to prevent and manage challenging behavior at home and in the community, as well…
The Voice in Music Therapy: Finding Ease With Your Voice as a Clinical Instrument
Thursday June 5th • BKCM Concert Hall • 6 – 9 PM If the voice is the most used instrument in music therapy practice, why do so many music therapists report feeling uncomfortable, vulnerable or disconnected from their singing voices? Much has been written in recent years about the necessity for a music therapist to…
Turning 5 Talks – April 15
Monday, April 15 – 6:30PM (Virtual) BKCM’s Turning 5 Talks are back! If your preschool-aged child is currently receiving special education services or therapy, advocating for an appropriate kindergarten program is critical. For parents of children born in 2020, get a head start on the Turning Five process with this free information session. Hosted by Sarah…
Turning 5 Talks – April 24
If your preschool-aged child is currently receiving special education services or therapy, advocating for an appropriate kindergarten program is critical. Get a head start on the Turning Five process with this free information session.
Turning 5 Talks – April 30
Tuesday, April 30 – 6:30PM (Virtual) BKCM’s Turning 5 Talks are back! If your preschool-aged child is currently receiving special education services or therapy, advocating for an appropriate kindergarten program is critical. For parents of children born in 2020, get a head start on the Turning Five process with this free information session. Hosted by Sarah…
Turning 5 Talks – April 7
If your preschool-aged child is currently receiving special education services or therapy, advocating for an appropriate kindergarten program is critical. Get a head start on the Turning Five process with this free information session.
Turning 5 Talks – May 14
Tuesday, May 14 – 6:30PM (Virtual) BKCM’s Turning 5 Talks are back! If your preschool-aged child is currently receiving special education services or therapy, advocating for an appropriate kindergarten program is critical. For parents of children born in 2020, get a head start on the Turning Five process with this free information session. Hosted by Sarah…
Turning 5 Talks – May 20
If your preschool-aged child is currently receiving special education services or therapy, advocating for an appropriate kindergarten program is critical. Get a head start on the Turning Five process with this free information session.
Turning 5 Talks – May 5
If your preschool-aged child is currently receiving special education services or therapy, advocating for an appropriate kindergarten program is critical. Get a head start on the Turning Five process with this free information session.