Hi everyone! For my first episode, I interviewed Ali, the founder of Westmount Music Therapy in Montréal, a private practice where she incorporates a unique educational approach for children and youth. I volunteered with Ali for four years assisting the FireBall Rainbow Band, a weekly musical session for pre-teen girls with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Join our discussion on how this volunteer experience inspired my curiosity about the effects of music on the brain. We also explore Ali's lifelong passion for music, her innovative educational path and how babysitting was a surprisingly essential part of her development. To learn more about her work: http://www.westmountmusictherapy.ca/home