Music Therapy and Mental Health in Performing Arts

Our guest is Psychotherapist and Music Therapist, Aksana Kavaliova.  Originally from Belarus, Aksana lived and worked in the Kingdom of Bahrain before returning to Canada and settling in Niagara. She grew up in a musical family and studied performing arts and then went on to specialize in the field of mental health for nearly 20 years. 

This episode covers:  What is trauma and the impact trauma can have on vocal performers.  What tools can we use to help us with performance anxiety?  What is EMDR and what happens in a session? What is music therapy?  

Aksana shares her experience and expertise and reminds us that, no matter what, we can overcome our challenges and restore a sense of hope. 

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