Newcastle & the Hunter Region
Empowering lives through music
A calm, supportive space where every session is shaped around the person. Music is not used to fix or change, but to honour each person’s uniqueness and strengths.
What is music therapy?
Music therapy is an evidence-based allied health profession and an approved NDIS support. It is the intentional and therapeutic use of music by Registered Music Therapists (RMTs) to support health, functioning and wellbeing.
Music therapists work with people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds.
Want to know more? Reach out through the contact page and I’ll get in touch to answer your questions — or read more at the Australian Music Therapy Association.
How music therapy can help
Research shows that music therapy can support improvements in:
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Mental health
Emotional wellbeing, self-expression and regulation.
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Communication
Speech, communication and social skills.
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Movement
Body movement, coordination and physical function.
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Cognition
Memory, attention and cognitive function.
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Pain management
Coping with and managing the experience of pain.
Meet your therapist
Kate Leung, Registered Music Therapist
Hi, I’m Kate — a Registered Music Therapist and Neurologic Music Therapist with 7 years of clinical experience. I have worked across diverse settings, including special needs schools, aged care, clinics and community programs.
My work is guided by a deep respect for each person’s story. I look for the moments where music meets the person: not to push, but to walk alongside. Together we create a shared path guided by presence and trust.
As a first-generation immigrant and former teacher, I bring both professional expertise and lived experience to my practice, with a commitment to building authentic, safe and empowering connections.
“Empowering lives through music — echoes that inspire change.”
Let’s start the conversation
Echoes Music Therapy is a mobile service, bringing care and connection directly to your door across Newcastle and the Hunter Region. Send a message and I’ll be in touch.