Tara has been a Registered Music Therapist since 2006 and honestly believes she has the best job in the world. 

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After graduating from the University of Melbourne in 2005, she gained experience working in aged care, special education and early intervention, but discovered her passion was working with children with Autism, developmental delay and behaviors of concern.

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In 2009 she relocated to Adelaide, South Australia and established a private practice with a focus on children and young people with Autism and neuro-developmental disorders.

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Over the years she has developed an approach that addresses key developmental challenges associated with Autism using a variety of music therapy and sensory-integration techniques.

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In 2013 the youngest of her four children was diagnosed with Autism. This further fuelled her passion to discover new ways that music could be used to address goals related to speech / communication and social / emotional skills.  

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Over 15 years experience has enabled Tara to build a database of knowledge and expertise that she draws on when creating an individualised program for your child. 

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Tara enjoys sharing her knowledge and experience with others, so also offers consultancy for schools, agencies and organisations interested in how music can be incorporated into an existing program to achieve a therapeutic outcome. 

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Tara has extensive experience speaking at professional development events on topics related to child development, Autism, disability and the use of music.

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