What is Music Therapy?
Music therapy is a scientifically supported healing technique that uses specific sound frequencies and rhythms to influence brain activity, emotional states, and cognitive function. It is distinct from general sound healing, which primarily focuses on tissue and cellular repair. Instead, music therapy leverages the brain’s natural responsiveness to sound, helping to regulate emotions, enhance focus, and promote overall well-being.
One of the most effective forms of music therapy involves brainwave entrainment and binaural beats, both of which work by synchronizing brainwave activity to targeted frequencies that support mental and emotional balance.
Music therapy utilizes the brain’s ability to sync with external rhythmic stimuli, influencing brainwave activity in ways that support relaxation, focus, and deep rest. The two primary mechanisms are:
Beyond frequency-based techniques, certain melodies, harmonies, and rhythms also trigger positive neurochemical responses. Music therapy can stimulate the release of dopamine (the "pleasure" neurotransmitter) and serotonin (the "happiness
