Music Therapist

Music therapists use music to help people improve their emotional, cognitive, and social wellbeing. This career involves working with individuals or groups who may have a range of needs, such as learning disabilities, mental health issues, neurological conditions, or age-related illnesses. Music therapists assess clients and design personalised sessions using singing, instrument playing, composing, and listening to music to achieve therapeutic goals. Most music therapists work in hospitals, schools, care homes, or private clinics. Flexibility, creativity, and strong communication skills are essential in this role. To become a music therapist in the UK, you must complete a postgraduate qualification approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).