Music Therapy Now Available in Townsville
Evidence-based therapy supporting disability, education, mental health and aged care across the Townsville region.
Queensland Premium Allied Health is expanding our Registered Music Therapy services to Townsville.
We support people of all ages – from young children to older adults – using evidence-based, neuro-informed therapy that enhances communication, regulation, cognition, independence, and quality of life.
We are now connecting with support coordinators, schools, hospitals, aged care providers (at home and residential) and allied health teams.
Connection
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OVERVIEW
Why music therapy works
- Evidence-based therapy that uses music to support communication, movement, emotional regulation, and wellbeing
- Registered Music Therapists with Neurologic Music Therapy training
- Dynamic, creative, and engaging sessions tailored to individual strengths, interests, and goals
- Supports skill development across connection, expression, attention, sensory regulation, and social participation
- Can be a powerful entry point for therapy – especially for children and adults who find traditional therapy approaches challenging
- Collaborative care and goal-aligned support as part of our multidisciplinary team
the people we work with
Who we support
Children and adults with disability
For children and adults with developmental delay, autism, intellectual disability, or other support needs, music therapy supports movement, communication, emotional regulation, social skills, and independence. Sessions may include singing, instruments, movement, or songwriting, tailored to each person’s strengths and preferences.
People with psychosocial supports or mental health challenges
Music therapy can provide a safe space for expression, confidence building, and emotional regulation. For young people and adults experiencing mental health challenges, music can be a bridge to connection and a tool for developing coping strategies.
Older adults with age-related conditions such as dementia or Parkinson’s disease
Music therapy has a powerful impact in aged care. For people living with dementia, Parkinson’s, stroke, or other neurological conditions, music can unlock memory, lift mood, support movement, and ease anxiety. Sessions focus on improving quality of life, communication, and social connection.
WHY CHOOSE QPAH?
Excellence in Music Therapy
- Highly experienced, evidence-based clinicians
- Trusted by OTs, SPs, support coordinators and aged care teams on the Gold Coast for 25 years
- Collaborative, reliable, and responsive
- Clear documentation & measurable outcomes
- Flexible: onsite (coming soon), community, or home-based
- Led by the knowledge and practice of nearly 40 years of combined experience
We’d love to collaborate
Meet With Us
We are currently meeting with Townsville:
- Support Coordinators
- Aged Care Providers
- Support at Home teams
- Allied health clinics
- Special schools
- School wellbeing teams
- PHNs
- Hospitals
- Early Childhood Educators
Our Director of Music Therapy, Monica Zidar, would love to meet with you online, any time.
Affiliates & accreditations
Bring Music Therapy to Your Community
Take the first step towards partnering with QPAH to create meaninful outcomes. Booking a meeting time is easy, and our team is here to make it happen.
(07) 5647 6120
