Faith Halverson-Ramos

About Me

Sometimes growth depends on being able to create something different for yourself. The therapeutic use of music can help you to create the conditions ripe for growth. As a music therapist, I take a contemplative and creative approach. This approach takes a holistic view of what it means to be "hu...

What inspired me to become a wellness professional?

I thought to become a wellness professional after realizing that I didn't want to be a performer. As a vocalist, I recognized that psychological process of learning music interested me. I wanted to help other people to become more embodied in who they are and confident in using their voice.

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How my clients describe their first visit?

Clients often comment on how well I listen to them and how accepted they feel with me. Through the use of music, people also describe therapy as being powerful in an unique way. Clients sometimes surprise themselves with the thoughts and feelings that can come up. These thoughts and feelings can ...

What I say to someone who has never tried

Contrary to what you might think, one doesn't have to be a musician to find music therapy beneficial. As humans, we are hard-wired to respond to music. Music impacts our bodies and our brains. Going even deeper, music can touch our hearts and souls. Because of this, music can give voice to feelin...