Testimonials

“This is the best therapy (my son) gets! And he receives a lot of therapy!”

“It started out with (my son) enjoying music and then I realized how much more music therapy was than just music.” This is the best therapy he gets! And he receives a lot of therapy! Not only does he get to do music this also includes speech, ABA, and so much more. I would definitely recommend music therapy services from RFL. It is the best therapy out there and very affordable. (My son) loves music therapy and the therapists at RFL are wonderful.” – Diane, mother of 8 year old with Autism

 

“She’s really opened-up and that in itself is a blessing.”

“We’ve seen a lot of improvement in her communication, social, behavior, and overall self-esteem since we began. She’s really opened-up and that in itself is a blessing. The cost was reasonable and therapy in the home was very accessible and convenient.” – Jessica, mother of 5 year old with Autism

 

“This gave our son an outlet that had carry over effect at home and in school.”

“Its not just about music therapy for our son it’s also a bit of OT and PT as well. Also, her way of interacting with our son even when he wasn’t on his best behavior was always calm and understanding but still goal oriented. This gave our son an outlet that had carry over effect at home and in school. He can now sit through a choir period in school without being disruptive most of the time!” – Johann, father of 11 year old with Autism

 

“I saw my girls really enjoy music, learn songs, and sit through instruction.”

“I sought music therapy and education services from RFL to help my girls improve their listening and focusing abilities, to help my youngest recover from ASD symptoms, and to help my oldest learn to play the piano. They learned to interact appropriately with teacher, learned to love music, and it provided their brains an opportunity for neuro-connections to take place at the same time. Mrs. Crouch has the knowledge, experience, and professionalism needed for the task.” – Sandra, mother of 2 girls

 

“All the therapists I have met have been wonderful.”

“I have seen growth in my program, growth in my students, and personal growth from learning how music therapy can affect children with autism. All the therapists I have met have been wonderful.” – Audrey, Owner of Spectrum Dance Therapy, N. Miami  Beach

 

“Flexibility and knowledge and all around great energy!”

“We sought music therapy and education services from RFL as an alternative music education and therapy for our exceptional students. The kids love the time they spend with you! I would recommend music therapy/education services from RFL due to your flexibility and knowledge and all around great energy.” – Johanna, Director at Score at the Top Learning Center, Palm Beach Gardens

 

“Benefits all children especially special needs.”

“Benefits all children especially special needs. My son who was diagnosed with Autism is focusing better. I’m glad that these services are offered.” – Elena, mother of child with Autism

 

“My daughter loves and responds very well to music. She’s responding positively to her goals.”

– Mother of 4 year old child with Autism

 

“Wonderful service!”

– Meenu, mother of child with Autism and typical sibling

 

“Joy is very caring, attentive, and skilled”

– Jordana, mother of 4 year old child with Autism

 

“My children loved the class.”

“I wanted my children to learn through music. I think it was very beneficial. (The therapist was) very professional, kind and compassionate, and my children loved the class. I would recommend music therapy and education services from RFL. I think it is very beneficial for children with special needs and also typical.” –parent of child with Autism and typical sibling

 

“A wonderful experience!”

“I would recommend music therapy and education services from RFL. I felt that it broadened the children’s perspective.” – Parent of 3 children with special needs

 

More About Kristen

Kristen Crouch’s Curriculum Vitae

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Kristen Crouch, MEd, MM, MT-BC
Board Certified Music Therapist
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Music Therapist
Founder of Rhythms For Living, LLC

 

Kristen is a board certified music therapist and music educator. Kristen received a Masters of Music Therapy from Florida State University and Neonatal ICU-MT certification from the National Institute for Infant and Child Medical Music Therapy. She has experience working with children and adults in the educational, mental health, and medical settings. Kristen has worked with children with autism and special needs for more than 7 years, and specializes in special needs, autism, early intervention and early childhood.
Kristen has 10+ years teaching experience in the public and private school system as well as a Masters of Education in the Arts. Over the past 20+ years she has taught music to students of many ages and various developmental levels, both domestically and internationally. Kristen has put on numerous concert performances with students both in the public school setting and privately.
Kristen ran a private practice offering music therapy and education services from 2009-2015 in South Florida. With a team of talented music therapists and educators, Rhythms For Living worked with various ages and populations such as substance abuse, hospice, children with autism, children with special needs, young children, and community professionals such as teachers, therapists, and community leaders.
Kristen moved to the Seattle area in 2015 and closed her private practice to raise her two boys. She continues to provide online resources for parents, teachers, and professionals based on her years of experience through rhythmsforliving.com.

Online Resource for Parents and Professionals:

Rhythmsforliving.com 2009 – present

Private Practice:

Rhythms For Living, LLC 2009 – 2015

Education:

Master of Music, Music Therapy – Florida State University

Master of Education, Arts in Learning – Endicott College

Bachelor of Arts, Music Education – Eastern Nazarene College

MT Internship:

Wolfson Children’s Hospital, Jacksonville, FL

Certifications:

Certification Board for Music Therapists
National Institute for Infant and Child Medical Music Therapy

Music Educator (K-12) – Florida, Massachusetts
Infant Toddler Development Specialist certificates
PCM Practitioner 2 – Professional Crisis Management Association

Research:

“The effects of family music therapy on the attachment behaviors of children and adolescents

in foster care and adoptive families” – (2008)

International Experience:

Nazarene in Volunteer Service – Sighisoara, Romania (1999 – 2000); music teacher, worship team –

Romanian, English, director of program with abandoned children

 

Benefits of Music Therapy

 

“Music education, time to express themselves in a new way, group collaboration” – Johanna, director

“Improved social skills, following directions, listening to music, collaboration” – Jordana, parent

“Better focus, physical coordination, an activity he enjoys that is not electronics related!” – Johann, parent

“For joy and development.” – Elena, parent

“Relaxing for my child.” – Parent

“Musical advancement, fun, a passion for music” – Parent

“Speech, academics, social” – Parent

“Her learning to express herself through music. Her being engaged. Her enjoying herself.” – Parent

 

From Our Clients:

“A wonderful experience!” – Parent of 3 children with special needs

“Benefits all children especially special needs.” – Parent of 4 year old with Autism

“I have seen growth in my program, growth in my students, and personal growth from learning how music therapy can affect children with autism.” – Owner and Director of Spectrum Dance Therapy