Music therapy is an allied health service similar to occupational therapy and physical therapy.
Because music therapy is a powerful and non-threatening medium, unique outcomes are possible. In addition to its applications with elderly persons, music therapy is used successfully with all ages and disabilities. Its mission is to advance the public awareness of music therapy benefits and increase accessibility to quality music therapy services. Currently, AMTA establishes criteria for the education and clinical training of music therapists. Members of AMTA adhere to a Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice in their delivery of music therapy services.