Rhythm for Recovery was established with a vision to make music therapy more accessible throughout Mid-Missouri. Staff provides individualized services for people across the lifespan navigating various medical challenges.
Whether navigating a new diagnosis, adjusting to a lengthy rehabilitation journey, or seeking comfort during end-of-life care, staff is committed to meeting each individual and family with compassion, dignity, and personalized care.
Aubrianna L. Nichols, MT-BC, NMT® NICU-MT, HPMT is a Board-Certified Music Therapist with advanced training and experience in:
Neurologic Health and Rehabilitation
Neonatal and Pediatric Healthcare
Hospice, Palliative, and Bereavement Care
Her passion for music and helping others began as a child. After observing a Music Therapist at a pediatric hospital while completing her associate-level courses, she was inspired to pursue a career in Music Therapy.
Aubrianna earned her Bachelor of Science in Music Therapy from Maryville University of St. Louis. Since then, she has completed advanced training as a Neurologic Music Therapist®(NMT®), Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Music Therapist (NICU-MT), and Hospice & Palliative Care Music Therapist (HPMT). She is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Human Development and Family Science at the University of Central Missouri.
Her mission is to expand access to music therapy services, advocate for the music therapy profession, educate her community about music therapy in healthcare, and mentor the next generation of music therapists.