KATHRYN ABBY ROGERSON
Newport News
Summary
Dedicated Music Therapist skilled in leveraging music therapy to enhance mental health, support physical rehabilitation, and promote overall wellbeing. Expertise in developing tailored therapy plans, facilitating group sessions, and adapting interventions for diverse populations. Proven success in improving patient recovery and emotional health through innovative therapeutic approaches.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Music Therapist
Eastern State Hospital
Williamsburg
09.2025 - Current
- Provided individualized and group music therapy sessions addressing diverse mental health challenges.
- Designed individualized music therapy plans for diverse patient needs.
- Facilitated group music sessions to improve social interaction and foster engagement among participants.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to integrate music therapy into treatment plans.
- Conducted assessments of clients' musical preferences and abilities to tailor effective treatment plans.
Early Development Educator
Paiges Of Time Early Learning Center
12.2022 - 08.2023
- Provided care and assistance with early development education including language, literature, science, fine and gross motor skills, manipulatives, blocks, art, dramatic play, and music and movement.
- Performed cleaning and adhered to health and safety rules mandated by the Maryland State Health Department.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles and age groups.
- Fostered a positive and inclusive classroom environment for all children.
- Implemented educational activities that promote social and emotional growth.
Server
Salsitas Grill
09.2019 - 08.2022
- Managed hosting duties, served meals, and responded to customer requests.
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance guest dining experiences.
- Took and processed food and beverage orders accurately and efficiently.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation and delivery.
Education
Bachelors - Music Therapy
Shenandoah University
Winchester, VA05-2024
Skills
- Neurologic music therapy
- Clinical assessment
- Client assessment
- Trauma based-care
- Rehabilitation settings
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Group facilitation
- Patient advocacy
- Problem solving
- First Aid/CPR
- Leadership
Certification
Neurological Music Therapy Certification (NMT), 06/01/25
Speaking Engagements
- Music Therapy Inservice at MedStar National Rehab Hospital, Presented a case study about a pediatric patient and the use of Neurologic Music Therapy for hospital staff., 04/01/21
- Music Therapy Inservice at Eastern State Hospital, presented slides educating psychology students about the benefits of music therapy and how music supports our patients., 01/23/26
Clinical Experience
- Juvenile Detention Center - Post-Dispositional program for adolescents that provides positive choice decision making assistance for education, community, family and daily life. January 2024-May 2024
- Teen Mental Wellness Facilitator Training and Workshop - Suicide Prevention Received training through the Ryan Bartel Foundation to work with teens struggling with suicidal ideations and negative self-perception. January 2024-May 2024
- Notable Progressions -Worked with children and adults with Autism spectrum disorder and/or speech disorders to improve general tasks associated with behavioral and cognitive challenges. September 2023- Decemeber 2023
- Winchester Medical Center- Acute medical setting primarily with adult patients. Included ICU, Oncology, Surgical, Neuro, and General Medicine units. October 2023- December 2023
- Telehealth - Gained knowledge regarding implementation of music therapy in telehealth and provided group music therapy via telehealth with the Down Syndrome Association of Maryland. January 2023-May 2023
- NW Works Chimers- Worked with the NW Works Chimers, on social, communication and musical goals through the performance of music. Provided one on one shadowing during rehearsals and performances. August 2022-December 2022
Timeline
Music Therapist
Eastern State Hospital
09.2025 - Current
Early Development Educator
Paiges Of Time Early Learning Center
12.2022 - 08.2023
Server
Salsitas Grill
09.2019 - 08.2022
Bachelors - Music Therapy
Shenandoah University