Christy Merrell Music Therapy LLC

08/22/2026

🎵 Music Therapy in Schools: More Than Just Music
Music therapy uses targeted musical activities such as instrument playing, songwriting, and rhythm exercises to support important non-musical goals in the school setting.
It can help students:�• Build emotional regulation and confidence�• Develop social and communication skills�• Improve focus, attention, and memory�• Navigate transitions and classroom routines�• Make learning more engaging and interactive
By creating a safe and supportive environment for expression, music therapy gives students another way to connect, learn, and grow. 🎶

08/21/2026

08/21/2026

At Christy Merrell Music Therapy, we have the honor of walking alongside congenital heart disease (CHD) families through our partnership with the Ollie Hinkle Heart Foundation — families who know firsthand what it means to fight for a heartbeat, to sit in hospital rooms holding hope, and to find strength they didn’t know they had.

That’s exactly why Savy King of Hearts story means so much to us.

I had the privilege of meeting in person, and I can tell you — she is every bit as incredible off the pitch as she is on it. After surviving a cardiac arrest during an NWSL match and going through open-heart surgery, Savy didn’t just return to soccer. She turned her scariest moment into a mission, founding Savy King of Hearts to bring CPR and AED education to every NWSL team and to raise awareness about heart health for people of all ages — including the CHD families we serve every day.

Savy is now up for the NWSL’s Lauren Holiday Impact Award, and she deserves it. Not just for her comeback, but for choosing to use her story to protect and educate others. Please use link and/or QR code to vote today! Voting ends August 29th let’s show Savy some love.💗

https://form.typeform.com/to/SWulrU2a?typeform-source=www.nwslsoccer.com

08/19/2026

In honor of National Nonprofit day yesterday August 17th, we want to celebrate our incredible community partners! 💙

We're proud to recgonize The Women's Safe House, Ollie Hinkle Heart Foundation, Ranken Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital and Ronald McDonald House for their dedication to serving individuals, families and communities.

The work these organizations do makes a meaningful difference every day, and we are grateful for the opportunity to partner alongside such impactful organizations.

From all of us, a heartfelt THANK YOU for everything you do to support and strengthen our community! 💙

08/12/2026

We wanted to take a moment to highlight the Prison Performing Arts organization and congratulate them on a fantastic summer showcase!🎭

CMMT’s own Chris Greenlee had the opportunity to work with several of the young performers to help bring this incredible performance to life. We’re proud to celebrate their hard work, creativity, and dedication and we look forward to seeing what comes next!

Next up is their performance titled OUR KIND OF TOWN. You can RSVP until September 14th through their website.

RSVP is required. All attendees must be at least 18 years old to attend. The Missouri Department of Corrections requires your information for a criminal history screening. Upon submission, you'll receive an email from WUFOO confirming your reservation. Please check your Spam folder if the email conf...

08/07/2026

We are excited to highlight this insightful review exploring how music can support the management of both acute and chronic pain. This recently published article underscores the growing body of evidence demonstrating the therapeutic value of music in healthcare.

Congratulation to all the authors on this publication!🎉🎶

Be sure to check out the article to learn more about the role of music in pain management!

Research supports the efficacy of music-based interventions (MBIs) for pain management, but understanding of their underlying mechanisms is lagging....

07/24/2026

As we continue to celebrate Brain Health Week, we wanted to take a moment to explore how music therapy can play a positive role in supporting individuals with neurological disorders.

During music therapy, the brain engages multiple areas simultaneously, including those involved in emotion, memory, and motor function. When these areas work together, the brain has the ability to form and strengthen new neural connections through a process known as neuroplasticity.

Music therapists use evidence-based interventions involving rhythm, melody, and other musical elements to help promote these new connections, supporting rehabilitation, improved function, and overall brain health.

We hope everyone has a great Friday, and an even better weekend! We will see you all next week!

07/22/2026

Tomorrow July 22nd!
Here at CMMT we are excited to help celebrate World Brain day. This is an important day to bring awareness to brain health. With over 40% of the global population having a neurological disorder, it’s very important that we continue to strive towards learning more about brain health and how we can help those affected.

07/17/2026

As we head into Friday, we wish everyone a fun and safe weekend!

07/15/2026

We hope everyone has had a wonderful Tuesday! Here's a fun fact to end the day on.