Seedlings Music Therapy

05/03/2025

We are so excited to be welcoming Valentina to the Seedlings whānau while Lucy takes some time off to become a māmā ❤️

Kia Ora, hola, hello!

My name is Valentina Muga and I am a NZ Registered Music Therapist. I grew up in Spain, and Aotearoa New Zealand is my second home.

Since a young age, music has facilitated moments of
togetherness and self-expression, leading to my
passion for music therapy.I use music to invite connections, support personal goals and well-being, and foster shared experiences. My work has allowed me to connect with fantastic humans from all ages living with brain injuries, neurological conditions,
intellectual disabilities, neurodivergence and trauma.
My background as a yoga teacher and further training in Dance and Movement Therapy and Neurological Music Therapy inform my practice, being dedicated to nurturing relational, welcoming and responsive spaces.

I am beyond happy to be part of Seedlings while Lucy becomes a mum, and I’m very looking forward to connecting with you,

With warmth,
Valentina

www.seedlingsmusictherapy.co.nz
info@seedlingsmusictherapy.co.nz

31/10/2024

2025 is just around the corner!

Are you considering music therapy for you or your little one?
Are you a practitioner and are thinking music therapy might be beneficial for your clients?
Now is the time to get in touch!!

Music therapy is an incredible space to support so many areas
✨️ communication
✨️ regulation
✨️ motor development
✨️ confidence and identity
✨️ sensory processing and integration
✨️ trauma integration
And so much more!

Alongside individual sessions, we have groups that focus on caregiver mental health and group singing.

Keep your eyes peeled for more information about groups 👀

Accepting individual referrals for 0-18yrs as well and expressions of interest for groups.

Get in touch for a free consultation or just a chat 😊

info@seedlingsmusictherapy.co.nz
www.seedlingsmusictherapy.co.nz

22/10/2024

Nurturing Voices is back for term 4!

Come along and soothe your nervous system, connects with other caregivers, and share in the joys of group singing!

If you enjoy singing but may be nervous about joining a choir or feel the pressure to be 'perfect' - this is the group for you!! We take time to create a safe and welcoming space where we can all ENJOY using our voices free of pressure or expectations.

We are also very lucky to have The Creative Club joining us for a beautiful art making session! Music and art, it doesn't get much better!

No musical experience required, babies welcome!

Email to book
Lucy@seedlingsmusictherapy.co.nz

21/07/2024

Nurturing Voices 🎶

So excited to share a new group here at Seedlings Music Therapy!

Nurturing Voices is a singing group for mothers and caregivers where you can come and nurture yourself. There are so many groups out there that focus on babies, what about the people around the baby?!

Come along and share in the joys of music with other people on the same path.

Come for one session or book for the whole month

What to expect
⭐️ Singing songs you love
⭐️ Connecting with other caregivers
⭐️ Learning ways to use music to soothe yourself
⭐️ Sharing kai, stories, laughter

Looking forward to bringing this beautiful group to life!

Bookings are essential as spaces are limited
Email Lucy@seedlingsmusictherapy.co.nz

07/06/2024

The GreenHouse Therapy Studio is available for hire!

Are you a therapist looking for a space to practice and are sick of lugging around your resources?!

This beautiful and welcoming studio is located on the north side of the Port hills in Ōtautahi, Christchurch.

The GreenHouse was designed to support the needs of a variety of therapists:
- Music therapists
- Speech and Language therapists
- Creative arts therapists
- Counsellors
- Psychologists
- Play therapists

You will have access to resources such as instruments and art equipment as well as ample storage.

Have a look at our webpage for more pictures and info!

Welcome to our therapy studio for hire! The GreenHouse is designed to meet the needs of a wide array of expressive therapists, from art and music to speech and language, and play therapists. Our studio offers a welcoming and flexible environment suitable for one-on-one or group sessions.

18/05/2024

Why are transitions so difficult for our tamariki?! Getting into the car, getting dressed, brushing teeth, getting into bed.... the list goes on!

⁉️ THE UNKNOWN - These are moments of change, and any change can be confusing and distressing. If they are feeling nervous or unsure about what is coming next, their brain is not going to be fully online, and instructions won't be heard.

🧠 MOVEMENT OF ATTENTION - Regulating and controlling attention can be really difficult, especially for neurodivergent tamariki. What they are doing may be super interesting, so why on earth would they want to stop doing it?!

So... how can we make these moments easier for everyone?

🖐🏾Touch! When children are engrossed in an activity, they may not register you talking to them. Get their attention by a gentle touch on the shoulder and let them know how long they have left on this activity. Doing a minute countdown is great, or let them choose a song, and when the song is finished, it's time to brush our teeth.

🎶 Music! Use a simple nursery rhyme tune and make up a song that describes what happens next. The combination of predictable melody and lyrics can take away the fear of the unknown. The more you use the song, the better! Repetition is your best friend here!

🧩 Games! Make the action of moving from one activity to another a game! Jump like frogs to the bathroom to do our teeth, crawl through a tunnel to get into our bedroom... the options are endless. These games can support engagement as well as meeting sensory needs, which is turn supports regulation win win!

Want to learn more?
Www.seedlingsmusictherapy.co.nz
info@seedlingsmusictherapy.co.nz

19/04/2024

So excited to announce.......
⭐UNDER OUR STARS ⭐

Bedtime can be a tricky! This workshop aims to lead families through a nighttime routine that slowly calms, connects and sets the whole family up for a good night's sleep.

Join Music with Michal The Creative and Seedlings Music Therapy at The Bridge in South New Brighton for a night of wonderfully calm and connecting music and art.

Together we will snuggle up and listen to lullabies, practice movements that will help us get sleepy, make a nighttime tapestry of starts to hang next to the bed, and wind down with a sound bath!

Come along in your pjs, bring a blanket/cushions, and settle in for a delightful evening 🌙

TICKETS ⭐⭐
https://events.humanitix.com/under-our-stars

17/08/2023

Making Music & Art, Growing In Connection is MAKING MAGIC ✨️

So excited to share our new caregiver and child groups!

Making Magic aims to support healthy attachment and connection between caregiver and child through the combined creative mediums of music and art therapy 🎶 🎨

Our first group theme..... BUBBLES 🫧

Email dboxall88@gmail.com to secure you and your child spot

Let's make MAGIC together ❤️

Interested in music therapy? Visit ww.seedlingsmusictherapy.co.nz to find out more!

17/08/2023

New workshop series!

So excited to share what we have been working on 💜💜

Dates to come!

26/07/2023

.therapies.collective and are excited to announce our new group!

Creatively connect and authentically express is a space for neurodiverse young adults to explore creative mediums, connect with peers and express thoughts and feelings in a safe space without the need for words.

Run by a qualified and experienced music therapist and art therapist 🎶🎨

Bookings essential creativetherapiescollective.com