About Us
North Yorkshire Music Therapy Centre is a registered charity delivering professional music therapy across North Yorkshire and beyond.
For over 30 years, we have supported people of all ages using music as a powerful, evidence-based therapeutic tool. Our work takes place in a wide range of settings, including schools, healthcare environments, community spaces, and from our base at The Byre in Hovingham.
We believe that everyone should have access to a safe, creative space where they can express themselves, build confidence, and connect with others through music.
Our Work
Our work takes place across both clinical and community settings, responding to the needs of individuals, families and wider support systems.
We focus on four key areas of practice:
Children with special educational needs
We work in both special and mainstream schools, supporting children to develop communication, confidence, emotional expression and engagement through tailored music therapy.
Adults with learning disabilities
Through group and individual sessions, we support adults to build social interaction, communication skills and independence, working closely with care providers and support staff.
Mental health support
We provide flexible, community-based and clinical support for older children, young people and adults experiencing mental health challenges, creating safe spaces for expression, connection and wellbeing.
Older people and dementia care
We support people living with dementia and their carers through both community programmes and care home settings, helping to improve quality of life, connection and emotional wellbeing.
These four areas reflect a consistent, needs-led approach, ensuring our work is accessible, relevant and meaningful across different stages of life and care contexts.
Our History
Our work today builds on a rich history of innovation and community impact, from pioneering mobile therapy services to developing new community-based programmes.