Evidence-based · Person-centred · Making music together since 1998 · 0414 753 420
Welcome to JAM · Established 1998

Music therapy that connects, supports & inspires.

Creative, person-centred music therapy for children, teens and adults. A place to connect, express yourself and work towards goals that matter.

♪   Evidence-based care   ·   NDIS Registered Provider   ·   Melbourne
JAM participants creating music in a group
Our programs

Find your place in the music

There’s no single way to experience music therapy. Explore the programs that suit your interests and goals.

Individual music therapy session with a participant and therapist playing music together
One-to-one

Individual music therapy

Personalised support, adapted to your goals, strengths, interests and preferred ways of communicating.

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Adult group music therapy
18+ years

Adult group music therapy

Come together to make music, build connections and experience an inclusive sense of community.

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Junior JAM group music session with children, parents and carers gathered around a drum
Early years

Junior JAM

Inclusive music-making for babies and young children alongside parents and carers.

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Qualified and registered

Support you can feel confident about

JAM works with Registered Music Therapists and is an NDIS Registered Provider.

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Registered NDIS provider

JAM supports participants with self-managed, plan-managed and NDIA-managed NDIS plans, subject to current funding rules.

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Registered Music Therapists

Therapists have relevant music therapy qualifications and maintain professional registration with AMTA.

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Music therapy at JAM
About Just Add Music

Making music. Building community. Since 1998.

JAM was founded by Registered Music Therapist Helen Cameron to create meaningful music-making opportunities for people with disability. The practice continues to celebrate each person’s strengths, preferences and contributions.

1998Year JAM began
1:1Individual programs
18+Adult group sessions
Getting started

A simple way to begin

We’ll help you explore what might work for you or someone you support.

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Get in touch

Tell us about your interests, goals and the kind of support you're seeking.

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Explore what fits

We’ll discuss your needs and any assessment needed before joining a program.

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Make music together

Take part in sessions built around meaningful goals, interests and strengths.

Frequently asked

Questions? We’re here to help.

Get to know JAM, how sessions work and what to expect.

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What is music therapy?

Music therapy is an evidence-based allied health profession. Registered Music Therapists use music intentionally to support goals related to communication, emotional wellbeing, movement, connection and more.

Do I need musical experience?

No. You do not need to play an instrument, sing confidently or read music. Sessions meet you where you are.

Does JAM provide individual and group sessions?

Yes. JAM offers individual therapy, adult group music therapy and Junior JAM early years group programs. An assessment is required before some programs.

Is JAM an NDIS Registered Provider?

Yes. JAM supports self-managed, plan-managed and NDIA-managed participants. Whether particular sessions are funded depends on plan arrangements and current NDIS rules.

From the JAM team

Ideas, stories & updates

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RESEARCH & PRACTICE

Music therapy and dosage considerations

Reflections on meaningful music therapy support and the importance of individual needs.

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BEHIND THE SCENES

Getting ready to JAM

Take a look at the group program and how the team prepares for an inclusive session.

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