Today on Into the Fold we’re talking about music therapy as a uniquely powerful way to help kids with their mental health, including for those dealing with traumatic experiences such as parental incarceration. Our guests are Cynthia Smith, founder and director of Sparks for Success, amd Amber Sarpy, one of their music therapists.

Related links:

Episode 69: Mental Health and the Musician's Life

https://hogg.utexas.edu/podcast-musician-mental-health

Episode 88: Young Minds Matter

https://hogg.utexas.edu/podcast-young-minds-matter

Episode 136: Diverse Works: A New Art Experience

https://hogg.utexas.edu/podcast-mental-health-art

Music credits:

Artist: Kevin MacLeod

Track: AcidJazz

Album of origin: Jazz Sampler

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