Thinking Spaces: Priya Zalis, “Clinical Improvisation in Music Psychotherapy”

This presentation will take place in person at ImprovLab, MCKN 108 at the University of Guelph. As always, our Thinking Spaces events are free!

To attend the talk in-person or online, RSVP via our Google Forms.

More About this Workshop:

In this workshop, Priya will introduce her approach to music psychotherapy in the context of adult mental health, inviting attendees to participate in exploring the role that clinical improvisation can play in accessing and processing emotions, building social connection, and developing personal insights and growth. 

More About the Presenter:

Priya Zalis (RP, MTA, MMT) is a music therapist, psychotherapist, and educator working in adult inpatient mental health and addictions in Guelph, Ontario, Canada. She holds a Master’s in Music Therapy (Wilfrid Laurier University) and a Diploma in Gestalt Psychotherapy (Gestalt Institute of Toronto), and has prior experience in hospice, oncology, long-term care, and community mental health settings. Current research explores the impacts of group music therapy in trauma processing and issues related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in Canadian music therapy. She loves spending time with her family and getting lost in a good book.

To attend the talk in-person or online, RSVP via our Google Forms.