Connect ~ Play ~ grow

music therapy services, music lessons & events

We're a team of board certified music therapists offering services to children and adults of all abilities. 
​Due to COVID19 we offer virtual events, socially distanced offerings and in-person appointments with added safety precautions.

Music Therapists on Staff at PMT

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Learn more about our staff of board certified music therapists here.
Left to right: Miriam Tart, MMT, MT-BC, Founder/Director Gretchen Benner, LMSW, MT-BC,
​Melissa Reinhardt, MSEd, MT-BC and Ashley Tisdale, MT-BC.
PMT Screening Symptom Questionnaire Updated 7/29/20
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PMT Telehealth Check-List
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Individual Music Therapy Treatment
  • ​​Intake paperwork is completed by client or caregiver. Upon submitting an intake form, your family will receive a response from PMT within 2 business days. Individual treatment is offered at our main location or area facilities & agencies.
  • Initial assessment lasts 45-60 minutes conducted by one of our music therapists on staff to determine appropriateness of music therapy treatment and if applicable recommendation for the length, frequency and focus of music therapy treatment through individual or group settings.
  • Costs: $100/Individual Initial Assessment, $80/Individual Treatment Hour, $100/Annual Re-evaluation​ ​
Consultations​
  • Advise programming with regards to diversified learners, such as observing teachers in educational settings and suggesting adapted curriculum instruction to meet the varying needs of students. 
​​Continuing Education
  • PMT is a CBMT Approved Provider #P-175 for continuing education and professional trainings for board certified music therapists, educators and allied health professionals. Click here to learn more about trainings, costs, registration process and more.
HealthRHYTHMS Sessions
  • Events with HealthRHYTHMS Protocol provide a creative outlet to caregivers needing support, employees for retention and self-care focus, etc.​​
Mobile Based Treatment Groups
  • These may be scheduled at area facilities, schools or agencies with social distancing and PPE as mobile treatment offerings in greater Charlotte of the Carolinas. Partner Page lists current collaboration sites.
  • Contracted weekly rates are $90/small group (2-4 clients) for 45 minutes and $120/large group rate (5-10 clients) for 45 minutes.
    • Effective January 2021, there will be a one-time fee included with contracted mobile based services due to added costs of safety materials, cleaning supplies and additional inventory of therapy materials.
Music Lessons 
  • Music enrichment classes for local schools.
  • Private lessons for students of all ages and abilities: flute, percussion: piano, drum set, voice and strings: ukulele, violin, viola. Cost ranges $30-35/lesson.
  • Virtual Courses for students of all ages to begin learning to play drum set, piano or ukulele.
​​Music Therapy Presentations and In-Services
  • In-services that could benefit a company may include Stress Management Techniques to Access On and Off the Clock, Wellness and Balance that will Enable Success, or Building Teams from Empowered Employees.​Recent educational presentations have included topics of Music Therapy Internships & Musical Pursuits: Considering Music Therapy as a Career and Music Therapy 101.​
​School Based Services through an IEP ​
Summer Camps​
  • Mobile based music therapy services to therapeutic summer camps and music enrichment programs through out York and Mecklenburg Counties are cancelled due to the pandemic. Some virtual offerings are being provided - see Partner Page for those camp providers.
​Group Music Therapy Treatment​
  • Due to COVID19 two virtual group series will be offered in 2021 - they will remotely gather on GoogleMeet a HIPAA Compliant Platform. Open enrollment for both groups ends January 25, 2021.​
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This group is designed for teenaged individuals to connect through the arts. Music will be explored through the group as a social connector and healthy tool for stress management. All levels and interest of music are welcome. Enrollment ends January 29, 2021.
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This group is designed with the idea that music can be a social connector for individuals age 18+ interested in talking about, listening to, and even sharing in creating music together as a coping skill or simply as a positive leisure time activity. All levels/interest of music are welcome. Enrollment ends January 29, 2021.
Cost of either group series is $60.00/month (two  45-minute sessions at $30 per meeting).

If you are interested in enrolling in either virtual series, please complete these steps:

Virtual Group Series Enrollment Steps
  1. ​Complete Intake Registration Form
  2. Complete Telehealth Consent
A music therapist on staff at PMT will confirm receipt and connect with you via email or phone within 2-3 business days of registration. ​

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​ASC Culture Blocks Program 
  • During the pandemic, more and more people are looking for ways to release energy and learn new skills. Drumming may be the answer! In these Youtube live-stream events, participants will play along with a drum circle facilitator, explore new rhythms and patterns, and learn that you don't have to have a drum to make music. Utilizing body percussion and other household objects, you'll be amazed to find an orchestra in your own home! Register here for this series!
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2021 CELEBRATIONS IN FORT MILL, SC
  • If your loved one is an older adult or individual with disabilities, consider arranging a local music therapist to offer tailored music in celebration of an event in your yard. 
  • Your family and loved ones can participate in the music from indoors to maintain social distancing or provide space in your yard for their enjoyment from 6'<! 
Our team member will arrive wearing a mask and bring sanitized musical instruments for event guests to enjoy playing during the celebration. After the 20-40 minute event, PMT Staff will collect instruments to sanitize before loading in their vehicle to leave. This service is only available in Fort Mill including Tega Cay, South Carolina.
  • Costs: $100/3 songs (visit lasting approximately 20 minutes) OR $175/8-10 songs (visit lasting approximately 40 minutes)
  • If interested in reserving a staff member to visit, complete this form and we'll respond within 2 business days to confirm schedule & location! Hosting family agrees to provide pop-tent or other covered protection for inclement weather. This could include a large space with opened doors & windows for circulation such as a barn, garage or tent.

Fliers about AnOther Services

PMT's Flier on Drumming Events: Frequently Asked Questions
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Piedmont Music Therapy T-Shirt: Size EXTRA LARGE

$20.00

Front Side reads: Piedmont Music Therapy with eighth note logo and ornamental edging.

Back Side reads the tag line: Connect, Play Grow, Charlotte Metro Area with PMT's eighth note logo.


Screen printed tshirts at https://project658.com/. T-shirt color: navy with green font.


Available for $20.00 with local Pick-Up or $25.00 to be Mailed to you.
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Piedmont Music Therapy T-Shirt: Size LARGE

$20.00

Front Side reads: Piedmont Music Therapy with eighth note logo and ornamental edging.

Back Side reads the tag line: Connect, Play Grow, Charlotte Metro Area with PMT's eighth note logo.


Screen printed tshirts at https://project658.com/. T-shirt color: navy with green font.


Available for $20.00 with local Pick-Up or $25.00 to be Mailed to you.
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Piedmont Music Therapy T-Shirt: Size MEDIUM

$20.00

Front Side reads: Piedmont Music Therapy with eighth note logo and ornamental edging.

Back Side reads the tag line: Connect, Play Grow, Charlotte Metro Area with PMT's eighth note logo.


Screen printed tshirts at https://project658.com/. T-shirt color: navy with green font.


Available for $20.00 with local Pick-Up or $25.00 to be Mailed to you.
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Piedmont Music Therapy T-Shirt: Size SMALL

$20.00

Front Side reads: Piedmont Music Therapy with eighth note logo and ornamental edging.

Back Side reads the tag line: Connect, Play Grow, Charlotte Metro Area with PMT's eighth note logo.


Screen printed tshirts at https://project658.com/. T-shirt color: navy with green font.


Available for $20.00 with local Pick-Up or $25.00 to be Mailed to you.
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