Hello! My name is Jasmine Bailey and I am one of the newest music therapy interns here at Therabeat. My primary instrument is flute, but I enjoy playing the piano, guitar, and ukulele as well. I enjoy all types of music, and I am constantly on the search for new music. I recently finished my graduate coursework at Georgia College & State University, and I am looking forward to graduating in May 2020!
While at GCSU, I was able to work with various populations from children with special needs to patients in a skilled nursing unit. However, my favorite clinical experience was working with K-2 students with special needs in a special education setting. I was able to work with the same students for an extended period of time, and thus was able to see the significant strides that they made in their developmental growth. Through this clinical experience, I realized that I wanted to work with children with special needs after graduation.
Therabeat Inc. was my first choice for my internship. I was drawn to this facility for several reasons. First, this facility offered the opportunity to work with children who have various diagnoses. Secondly, this facility offered the opportunity to learn from several awesome and highly qualified music therapists. Third, this facility offered opportunities to learn more about and co-treat with physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech language pathologists. Finally, this facility offered the opportunity to learn more about the private practice setting.
My first week of my internship has been a whirlwind to say the least. Although I feel like a deer caught in the headlights, I have been so excited to absorb all of the great things happening here. I have been able to meet some of the awesome kiddos receiving music therapy services and learn more about them. I have been able to observe physical therapy sessions, and I look forward to observing occupational therapy sessions and speech sessions.
I can already tell that Therabeat is the perfect place for me to grow both professionally and personally. I truly appreciate the friendly and collaborative nature amongst all of the therapeutic disciplines. I look forward to making new connections with the kids and their parents. I’m so excited for what lies ahead!
Yours Truly,
Jasmine Bailey, Music Therapy Intern