Music therapy for children, adults, families, and communities to build connection, expression, and real life skills naturally.
In-person music therapy and therapeutic music lessons in Findlay, Toledo, and Northwest Ohio, and virtually across the United States.
Also offering supervision, professional development, consultations, and presentations.
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“For some, music became their voice.”
- Education professional
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“They create an environment where every individual can engage at their own capacity, fostering confidence, joy, and meaningful connection.”
- Organization representative
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“This was the first thing that actually reached him.”
- Parent of a child in music therapy
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“He’s hitting milestones we weren’t sure were possible.”
- Parent of a child in music therapy
You do not have to know exactly where to start. Take a look around and see what feels right.
What we offer (and how to choose!)
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Music Therapy
…uses singing, songwriting, movement, instrument play, listening, and creative musical experiences to support communication, self-expression, emotional wellness, connection, and skill development.
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Therapeutic Music Lessons
…provide individualized instruction to learn an instrument in a supportive and adaptable environment, helping participants build confidence, creativity, focus, and musical skills at their own pace.
Every experience is personalized to support the unique strengths, goals, communication styles, and interests of each participant.
We’ll help you figure out the best plan for you, your loved one, child, group or facility.
Music creates opportunity
Not everyone connects, communicates, learns, or expresses themselves in the same way… and here, we welcome that!
Some people are building confidence, communication, relationships, creativity, emotional expression, or everyday life skills.
Others are simply looking for a space where they can feel engaged, supported, encouraged, and fully themselves while growing through music.
At Heartstring Melodies, we create individualized music experiences that meet each participant where they are while building on the strengths, interests, personality, and goals they already bring into the room (and one’s we create with them!)
What’s possible through music.
A shared laugh during a song.
More confidence trying something unfamiliar.
Someone expressing themselves in a way they could not before.
Moments of connection that feel lighter, calmer, more joyful, or simply more present.
Over time, those moments can begin carrying into everyday life.
Why Heartstring Melodies?
Since 2014, we have provided music therapy services for children, adults, families, groups, schools, care settings, community organizations, and more throughout Northwest Ohio and beyond.
Our licensed and board certified music therapists support participants in person and virtually across the United States using creative, collaborative, and adaptable approaches centered around each person’s unique strengths, goals, and needs.
At the heart of our work is the belief that individualized support, and shared musical experiences can create opportunities for connection, growth, and self-expression in deeply meaningful ways.
Our Specialties
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Children & Families
Helping children and families connect, express, and grow through music.
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Emotional Wellness & Regulation
Music-centered support for emotional wellness, expression, and self-regulation.
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Cognitive & Life Skills Support
Building focus, communication, and everyday skills in a way that sticks.
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Recovery & Quality of Life
Support through life changes, memory challenges, and ongoing care.
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Community & Group Engagement
Connection, expression, and shared experiences through music.
What growth looks like:
◆ A child joining in when they usually hold back.
◆ A familiar song bringing out a smile, movement, or memory.
◆ Someone expressing themselves in a way that is natural and comfortable.
◆ More confidence trying something new.
◆ Shared moments of creativity, laughter, connection, and participation.
◆ Feeling more engaged, supported, and connected through meaningful musical experiences.
Our Mission
The mission of Heartstring Melodies, LLC is to deliver exceptional, strengths-based music therapy services through nurturing and collaborative therapeutic relationships with our participants.
Our goal is to employ a creative and adaptable approach to support each participant’s journey towards self-discovery, expression, and advocacy, ensuring their unique needs and aspirations are at the heart of our practice.
Welcome, we’re Heartstring Melodies!
We believe some of the most meaningful moments happen when people feel safe enough to explore, create, connect, and fully be themselves through music.
Our goal is to create experiences that feel engaging, empowering, supportive, and fun for every participant, family, and community we work with.
Whether it’s confidence, creativity, communication, joy, self-expression, or simply feeling more connected, we’re honored to be a space for others to experience the life-enriching impact music can have.
Meet the Clinicians
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Amy Foley, MMT, LPMT, MT-BC
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Lorna Spar, LPMT, MT-BC
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Jaclyn Hotaling-O’Neill, MMT, LPMT, MT-BC
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Haley Smith, LPMT, MT-BC
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Olivia Maveal, MTA, MT-BC, NMT