Mainstay Music Therapy

05/26/2026

Please join us in welcoming Leah to the Mainstay team! 🥳

Leah is serving the Elkhart/South Bend area, and we’re grateful for the support she’ll offer clients through music therapy services.

We still have one music therapist job opening in our Fort Wayne area!! Shoot us a DM or an email to learn more!

04/21/2026

👀 Can you find them all? 🥁

​In music therapy, creativity is a workout for the brain.

​While it looks like a jam session, look a little closer and you’ll see:

​Executive Functioning: Planning the layout and sequencing the recording.

​Problem Solving: Adjusting when a "drum" didn't sound quite right...or fell to the ground.

​Emotional Resilience: Staying flexible and trying again when things didn't go as expected.

Music therapy offers a low-pressure space to explore, take risks, learn from missteps, and discover what works - building skills that carry into everyday life.

03/20/2026

We talk a lot about progress, but let’s be honest...it usually doesn’t look like a big, cinematic breakthrough.

Most days, progress is quiet.

It’s a kiddo finally feeling safe enough to say "no" to a song they don't like. It’s a teenager picking up the guitar because they actually want to, not because they were told to. It’s that half-second of eye contact over a drum that tells us we’re finally on the same page.

At Mainstay, we aren't interested in making anyone "perform" for us. We don't do compliance based therapy. We’re just here to meet people where they are and see what kind of connection and growth we can build through the music.

When someone feels seen and respected, they start to find their own voice. That’s the stuff that actually matters.

If you’ve seen one of those "small" but huge moments lately, I’d love to hear about it.

03/09/2026

🎶 Getting excited for the Great Lakes Region Music Therapy Conference this week!

You’ll see Mainstay represented in quite a few spaces this year, from presentations to conversations in the halls. We’re always grateful for opportunities to connect with other music therapists, share ideas, and keep learning from this amazing community.

If you’re attending, come find us and say hi, we’d love to connect!

02/27/2026

🎶 Music therapy isn’t just for one age group... it truly grows with you.

With infants, it can support bonding and early communication. With kids, we often focus on social skills, confidence, and emotional regulation. Teens use music as a space to process, express, and build coping skills. Adults might work on independence, stress management, or skill-building. And for older adults, music can support memory, comfort, and meaningful connection.

At every stage of life, music therapy meets people where they are and helps move them toward their goals in a way that feels natural and engaging.

Have questions about what it could look like for your family? We’d love to connect.

02/22/2026

🎶 Did you know music therapy services can be funded through Indiana’s ESA program?

Mainstay is an approved provider, allowing eligible families to use their Education Scholarship Account (ESA) funds for individualized, goal-focused music therapy services. Sessions are designed to support communication, social skills, emotional regulation, motor development, and overall growth in a way that meets your child where they are.

If your child qualifies for Indiana’s ESA program and you’re looking for supportive, engaging therapeutic services, we’d love to connect and see how music therapy can be part of your plan.

02/09/2026

We’re hiring at Mainstay 🎶
Curious about what it’s like to work with our team? Have questions about the role, caseloads, or growth at Mainstay?

We’re hosting an open question hour on Friday Feb 20th at 1pm EST. Drop in, ask questions, or just come chat and see if it feels like a good fit.

Want the meet link sent your way?
Drop a 🙋‍♀️ in the comments and we’ll connect!

Www.mainstaymusictherapy.com/hiring

01/11/2026

🎉 Mainstay turns 15! 🎉

Fifteen years of doing work we believe in. We’re incredibly grateful for the individuals, families, agencies, and communities who have trusted us over the years and allowed music therapy to be part of their lives.

We’re also deeply thankful for the music therapists who make up Mainstay. Their skill, creativity, and commitment to thoughtful, client centered work are what make this company what it is.

Thanks to everyone who has been part of the journey so far. We’re proud of what we’ve built, and are excited about what’s still ahead. 🎶

01/06/2026

We are hiring music therapists in Indiana - **Fort Wayne, South Bend, and Indianapolis**! We’re a clinician owned practice built around a therapist and client centered lens, with strong support in both clinical work and ongoing supervision. Our salaried therapists choose their own billable hour range and receive **full benefits regardless of hours**, allowing flexibility without sacrificing support. If you’re looking for a place that values quality care, collaboration, and sustainable careers, we’d love to connect.

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12/09/2025

🎶 We’re hiring music therapists!

At Mainstay, we’re looking for passionate music therapists who love helping clients connect, grow, and thrive through music. If you’re excited by client-led therapy, a neurodiversity-affirming approach, and a workplace that supports professional growth, we’d love to meet you!

We’re hiring in Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, and South Bend—join a team that values connection, creativity, and making sure therapists feel supported and valued.

📩 Click the link to learn more about our openings and start your journey with us!
Www.mainstaymusictherapy.com/hiring