Chrissy Pearson

Certified Music Therapist & Director of the CMTF

Chrissy has been practicing in various settings since 2002 including long-term care, group homes, hospital acute care, palliative care, public schools, community groups, in a women’s centre with children who have witnessed and/or experienced violence in their families, and with adults using the Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music. Chrissy is a Fellow of the Association for Music and Imagery and is a certified internship supervisor. In addition to providing music therapy sessions, Chrissy is also the Clinical Manager of the Music Therapy Centre. She believes that music within a therapeutic relationship can provide a foundation for growth, transitions, and healing.

Aprajita Saxena

Certified Music Therapist & Manager of the MTC

Aprajita is a certified music therapist and the new manager for the Music Therapy Centre in Toronto, supported by the CMTF. In her journey as a music therapist, she has had the opportunity to work with children and older adults with varying clinical goals, mental health needs, and cultural backgrounds. Her clinical work is rooted in a person-centred approach that involves the use of music to connect and support individuals with their holistic wellness goals. Additionally, her recent research initiatives have been focused on understanding and increasing access to music therapy services for the POC community across North America. In her spare time, one can find her travelling, reading fiction or singing Indian classical music.

Rea Tsigas

Administrative Manager

of the MTC & the CMTF

Rea is the newest face to the team at the Canadian Music Therapy Fund! Taking the reins from Christine, she will fill the role of Administrative Manager. Graduating with a Bachelors of Psychology from the University of Toronto, she takes every opportunity to witness the positive effects music leaves on a person. Rea takes part in music therapy projects through the SMART Lab at Ryerson University and the Alzheimer’s Society of Toronto, and has over a decade long career volunteering in community focused organizations, including the Canadian Women’s Foundation and Breast Cancer Society of Canada.

Basil

Official Scaredy Cat (Dog)

of the MTC

Basil is one of the resident dogs that can be found in the therapist office on Thursdays and Fridays. He loves to curl up on his blanket under Chrissy’s desk and if given the chance, will constantly ask Christine for treats. He is very good at being quiet when sessions are happening but when the big clinic room is free, a nice game of fetch is all his heart desires.