0529 - Music and Mental Health in Therapy and Everyday Life
Course Description
This talk will explore music’s role in promoting mental health and wellness. Drawing upon her work as a certified music therapist in mental health treatment settings, Dr. Mitchell will explore the research and practice of music therapists as well as ways that we can all integrate music into our everyday lives.
Instructor
Elizabeth Mitchell, PhD, began piano lessons at the age of six, and singing in choirs shortly after that. A registered psychotherapist and certified music therapist, Liz has extensive experience working in mental health treatment settings with children, adolescents, and adults. In 2020, Liz was appointed Assistant Professor at Wilfrid Laurier University, where she coordinates the Bachelor of Music Therapy program, and in 2024 she won Laurier’s “Hoffman-Little Award” for teaching excellence. Liz holds an ARCT (Associate of the Royal Conservatory of Toronto) in piano performance. Liz recently served as Ethics Chair for the Canadian Association of Music Therapists and sings professionally with the Canadian Chamber Choir.
Location
Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex, Community Pavilion (101 Father David Bauer Drive, Waterloo, ON)
- Parking is free.
- Download the facility map (PDF) to find facilities and parking lots.
- Check Grand River Transit for public transit locations, times and fees
Notes
- Lecture Time : 130-300 pm
- Lecture Cost: $16.00 + HST
- Participants must register before the day of the lecture.
- Laurier’s online registration system accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Visa Debit, and MasterCard Debit.
- You will only be able to purchase 1 seat at the time of registration. If looking to register more than 1 person, each registrant will require their own account to complete the registration.
- Lectures are non-refundable