Music Therapy

Whether you like to make melodies or just listen, music therapy offers a bright spot in your cancer journey at CentraCare. Evidence shows this fun, soothing activity can lift your mood and take your mind off pain and stress.

What to Expect

Choose from group or private sessions — no music experience needed. A certified music therapist may:

  • Play the music of your choice on a guitar or another instrument
  • Invite you to play or sing along
  • Lead songwriting activities to help you express your emotions during cancer care
  • Facilitate lyric discussions to help you process your experiences

Cancer patient playing guitar

Get Started

To see upcoming music therapy sessions, call Coborn Healing Center at 320-299-5100 or download the latest Hope & Healing newsletter.

Hope & Healing [pdf]

Free & Low-Cost Options

Your first three private music therapy sessions are free thanks to support from CentraCare Foundation. Additional one-on-one sessions are $30. Weekly support groups are $5 each.

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See how Kevin McCarthy, a grandfather and veteran, found support through song at Coborn Healing Center.

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