About Us

Welcome to Prospect Music Therapy

Our Story

Prospect Music Therapy has grown out of a need in our community. Starting with one small school contract in 2017, our practice has grown to provide music therapy for many schools, adult day programs, skilled nursing facilities, and special recreation associations. In 2019 we added a clinic space for groups, camps, individual music therapy sessions, and adaptive music lessons.  We are proud to partner with many wonderful organizations in our community and excited to share our area of expertise with so many other professionals and clients.

As music therapists, we feel honored to connect with our clients through the art form that we love.  As a team, we continually work to improve our skills through continuing education and peer supervision, and our work benefits from our ability to consult with one another.

Dose of Inspiration

In weekly group music therapy sessions, a nonverbal adult with developmental disabilities found opportunities to express herself and engage with others through instrumental improvisation. Using drums and xylophones, she shared emotions, took turns, and was a leader in the group.
Loren Goodman, MA, LPMT, MT-BC

Loren Goodman, MA, LPMT, MT-BC

Founder & Music Therapist

Loren (she/her) is a board-certified music therapist and the founder of Prospect Music Therapy. She has been a music therapist since 1998 and holds degrees in Music Therapy & Creative Arts Therapy – Music Therapy from the University of Dayton and MCP Hahnemann University in Philadelphia, respectively. She has experience providing music therapy in a variety of settings, including special education, hospice care, dementia care, and the medical field. Outside of music therapy, Loren loves cooking, reading, traveling, going on long walks, and spending time with her family. 

Laura Damato

Laura Damato

Administrative/Executive Assistant

Laura (she/her) earned her bachelor’s degree from Illinois State University, where she studied theatre and English. When she is not at the Prospect Music Therapy clinic providing administrative support to staff and clients, you can find her working backstage at a local theatre as a full-time wardrobe supervisor. In her spare time, Laura enjoys exploring thrift stores, visiting the library, and re-watching her favorite comfort shows.

Elizabeth Klinger, MA, MT-BC

Elizabeth Klinger, MA, MT-BC

Community Connections Director

Elizabeth (she/her) has been a music therapist since 2004 and holds degrees in Music Therapy from Western Illinois University and St. Mary-of-the-Woods College. She has received additional designations in end-of-life care & NICU-based music therapy practices as well. Elizabeth has experience working in a variety of settings, including special education, early intervention, hospital, clinic, and nursing home environments. She brings patience, humor, and compassion to all of her sessions and holds the belief that everyone is capable of transformational change when they choose to tell their story with others. In her spare time, Elizabeth enjoys reading and spending time with her family.

Camille Carso, LPMT, MT-BC

Camille Carso, LPMT, MT-BC

Clinical Training Director & Music Therapist

Camille (she/her) has been a music therapist since 2021 and holds a degree in Music Therapy from Belmont University. Camille has clinical experience supporting individuals in a variety of settings, and she focuses on meeting each person where they are in the moment while also empowering them to grow and engage positively with the world both within and beyond music therapy sessions. In her free time, Camille loves spending time with her loved ones, reading, and working out.

Payton Cole, LPMT, MT-BC

Payton Cole, LPMT, MT-BC

Music Therapist

Payton (she/her) has been a music therapist since 2024 and has a degree in Music Therapy & Horn Performance from Baldwin Wallace University. She has experience supporting individuals across the lifespan and strives to create individualized experiences rooted in joy & exploration, consistently utilizing humor, compassion, and enthusiasm to connect. Payton is deeply passionate about community care, culturally competent care, and grief work, and she has completed additional training in neurologic music therapy. In her free time, Payton enjoys traveling, eating ice cream, and spending time with her snuggly cat, Beanie.

Virginia Leahy, LPMT, MT-BC, NMT

Virginia Leahy, LPMT, MT-BC, NMT

Music Therapist

Virginia (she/they) has been a music therapist since 2024 and holds a degree in Music Therapy from her time at Eastern Michigan University and Valparaiso University, respectively. They are currently pursuing a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Governors State University and have completed additional training in neurologic music therapy. Virginia has worked with private therapy clients as well as individuals in a variety of settings, including schools and senior living facilities. Virginia hopes to utilize their passion for music and music therapy to provide person-centered care that empowers others and positively impacts the community. Outside of music therapy, Virginia enjoys playing bassoon, teaching private lessons, video and table-top games, Latin & classical studies, and spending time with her cats, Twain and Auggie.

Amy Rohde, LPMT, MT-BC, NMT

Amy Rohde, LPMT, MT-BC, NMT

Music Therapist

Amy (she/her) has been a music therapist since 2025 and holds a certificate in Music Therapy from St. Mary-of-the-Woods College, as well as a degree in Vocal Performance from California State University. Amy has worked with clients from childhood through hospice care, and she loves witnessing how clients grow and are impacted by the power of music. As a music therapist, Amy meets each client where they are and utilizes a variety of music experiences to support clients in achieving their goals and reaching their potential. In her spare time, Amy enjoys gardening, crafting, cooking/baking, doing home improvement projects, and being outdoors.

Eddie Stone, LPMT, MT-BC

Eddie Stone, LPMT, MT-BC

Music Therapist

Eddie (he/him) has been a music therapist since 2025 and has bachelor’s degrees in Music Therapy and Popular Music from St. Mary-of-the-Woods College and the University of Southern California, respectively. Eddie enjoys working with individuals of all ages and brings a deep musical knowledge and playful, easygoing personality to his work. He believes that everyone should have access to meaningful musical experiences and is particularly interested in community music therapy, play therapy practices, and music-centered approaches.

Emma Traubert, LPMT, MT-BC

Emma Traubert, LPMT, MT-BC

Music Therapist

Emma (she/her) has been a music therapist since 2022 and holds a certificate in Music Therapy from St. Mary-of-the-Woods College as well as a BFA in Musical Theatre from SUNY Fredonia. Emma has clinical experience supporting individuals in a variety of settings, including older adults in memory care, adults and children with disabilities, and adolescents in behavioral health. As a music therapist, Emma focuses on creating experiences that encourage positive change and meet each client where they are in the moment. In her spare time, Emma enjoys reading, crocheting, swimming, and spending time with friends, family, and her cats.

Prospect Music Therapy’s Values

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Celebrating Diversity

We help our clients learn to advocate for themselves and reach their goals while celebrating their true nature.

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Supporting Engagement

We utilize the inviting nature of music to help our clients connect with others.

Developing Social Skills through Music Therapy

Increasing Communication

  • We support our clients in sharing their ideas and preferences, in whichever communication method is best for them.

Dose of Inspiration

An autistic child was working on his verbal communication. The music therapist provided him with opportunities to practice sentence structure while singing and playing tone bells. The addition of rhythm and melody to language involves more areas of the brain than speaking alone and gave the child increased opportunities for learning.

Music Therapy Makes a Difference!

Let’s chat about how music therapy can help you, your loved one, your clients, or your students.

What are some benefits of music therapy?

LIFTING anxiety

Providing opportunities for a person with anxiety or depression to explore therapeutic issues and develop coping and relaxation skills.

BOOSTING REGULATION

Providing increased attention and focus for children with sensory needs.

developING Cognitive skills

Providing students with engaging opportunities to practice executive functioning, academic, and social emotional goals.

 

BuildING communication


Providing an avenue for building an autistic child’s initiative and promoting self-advocacy.

SPARKING memory

Providing an adult with dementia opportunities for memory recall and positive changes in emotional state.

managING PAIN

Providing a cancer patient with non pharmacological pain management.

“I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Loren Goodman both professionally and personally the past few years.  Loren and I have collaborated on various projects together, such as a Sensory and Storytime program at a local library to facilitate language and social relationships for children with special needs.  Loren is extremely collaborative and creative, and continues to dedicate her practice to serving children and families in the community.  It is with the highest respect that I recommend Loren and her practice Prospect Music Therapy.

Megan Brazas

M.A. CCC-SLP, QOM

From day one when Leandra came to provide music therapy for our client base we saw a marked difference and response from some of the intellectually and developmentally challenged adults we serve.  I noticed one client in particular, who tended to be a quiet and introspective person generally, open up during the session clapping their hands and singing loudly.  It looked like that person was at a tent revival! 

Leandra has always been professional and empathetic towards our folks and those clients have responded in kind to the warmth, spirit and exuberance she conveys during every session.  Thank you for your fine service, we do so enjoy our music therapy classes at Avenues to Independence and we would roundly recommend Prospect Music Therapy to anyone else considering such a program.

Ron Reeves

Vocational Director, Avenues to Independence

Dose of Research

Music therapy interventions may elicit joint attention (Kalas, 2012); enhance auditory processing and other sensory-motor, perceptual/motor, or gross/fine motor skills (LaGasse & Hardy, 2013); and help people identify and appropriately express emotions (Katagiri, 2009).

Join Our Team 

Board-Certified Music Therapist

We are currently looking for a Board Certified Music Therapist to join our amazing team and fill a full-time, salaried or part-time position. This person will provide group and individual music therapy in classrooms, memory care, and our clinic.  

Prospect Music Therapy is located in Mount Prospect, IL, in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, and provides music therapy in a private clinic space and for organizations throughout the community. We value a positive, supportive work environment where self-care and family time are expected. Full-time and part-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

  • Annual PTO
  • Employer contribution towards health insurance
  • Reimbursement of continuing education fees
  • Paid CBMT fees
  • Clinical supervision
  • Worker’s compensation coverage
  • Professional liability coverage
  • IPad, music streaming service, and all instruments provided
  • Mileage and travel time reimbursement
  • Phone stipend

Duties:
– Provide therapy services to individuals in special education settings, adult day programs, and/ or memory care
– Conduct assessments and evaluations to determine appropriate treatment plans.
– Develop and implement individualized music therapy programs based on client needs and goals.
– Utilize data collection methods to track progress and make necessary adjustments to treatment plans.
– Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, caregivers, and family members to ensure comprehensive care.

Skills:
– Strong knowledge of music therapy theories and practice
– Experience working in schools and with older adults
– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with clients, caregivers, and healthcare and education professionals.
– Strong musical skills

To apply, please complete this form: https://forms.gle/LsLPTWh3ytx4J9Ub7 or contact Loren Goodman at Loren@ProspectMusicTherapy.net.

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The Power of Music Therapy

Let's talk about how music therapy can increase self-esteem, decrease anxiety, provide pain management, teach relaxation techniques, and provide spiritual support!

Contact us

Call: (847) 580-3443

Email: info@prospectmusictherapy.net
Visit: 657 E Golf Rd #301,
Arlington Heights, IL 60005