Providing Music Therapy Since 2004
Resounding Joy is a California-based nonprofit dedicated to transforming lives through the healing power of music. Through compassionate, trauma-informed music therapy and therapeutic music programs, we bring comfort, connection, and hope to individuals and families across San Diego — offering services at little to no cost thanks to the generosity of our donors, sponsors, foundations, and grant partners.
Our credentialed, board-certified music therapists (MT-BC) use evidence-based interventions to help clients reach meaningful social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and mental health goals.
We serve individuals across the lifespan — from premature infants in neonatal intensive care to older adults and those receiving end-of-life care — supporting people through some of life’s most vulnerable and challenging moments. While our primary focus is serving communities throughout San Diego County, we also engage in select partnerships beyond California — including veteran-focused services in Massachusetts and individualized services in Indiana.
Alongside our clinical team, trained musicians and dedicated volunteers help extend the reach of our programs under professional supervision, ensuring more people can experience the healing power of music.
We are proud to offer a university-affiliated internship for aspiring music therapists who have completed their undergraduate training, helping cultivate the next generation of compassionate professionals.
SOUNDS OF COMMUNITY
We partner with community organizations to bring music therapy, wellness, and recreational music. Our team is trained in HealthRHYTHMS and provide group drumming exercises for empowerment and wellness.
Join Our Team!
We’re seeking compassionate, adaptable, and collaborative board-certified music therapists who thrive in a community-based nonprofit environment. The ideal candidates enjoy working with diverse populations, builds strong relationships with clients and community partners, exercises sound clinical judgment, and is excited to help expand access to high-quality music therapy throughout San Diego County.
Drumming has been shown to reduce stress, anxiety, and blood pressure by promoting relaxation and regulating the body’s natural rhythms. It also enhances social connection and cognitive function, making it a powerful tool for emotional expression and overall mental well-being. For veterans, drumming provides a nonverbal outlet to process trauma, ease heightened alertness, and reconnect with a sense of purpose and community.
Please reach out to us to find out more about our Sounds of Service program for military, veterans, and first responders.
What is Music Therapy?
Music therapy can address various health and educational objectives, including promoting overall wellness, reducing anxiety and stress, relieving pain, expressing emotions, enhancing memory, improving communication, and supporting physical rehabilitation. Music therapy can improve the quality of life for people with physical or mental health issues.
Resounding Joy’s certified music therapists have completed a specialized undergraduate degree program, a 1,200-hour internship, and a national test administered by the Certification Board of Music Therapists. Their training encompasses biology, psychology, neurology, music theory, medicine, and proficiency in voice, guitar, piano, and percussion. If you or someone you love would benefit from an individual or group music therapy session, please reach out to us today.
