Kerri Fox, Executive Director and CEO
Kerri Fox is a seasoned executive with close to 30 years of leadership experience across corporate and nonprofit sectors. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and an Executive MBA, both from UCLA. Her career has included account management roles at advertising agencies in Los Angeles and Chicago, as well as serving as Marketing Director for IHOP. During her decade-long tenure at The New Children’s Museum in San Diego, she advanced from Director of Marketing to Chief Operating Officer, playing a key role in establishing the museum as a prominent cultural institution. Her leadership helped elevate public awareness, drive strategic growth, more than double annual attendance, and grow revenue across the organization.
In November 2023, Kerri became Executive Director and CEO of Resounding Joy. She is passionate about expanding the organization’s reach and raising awareness of music’s profound impact on physical and mental well-being.
Alicia Coleman, MT-BC, Music Therapist, Intern Supervisor
Alicia Coleman received her Bachelor of Music in Music Therapy from Arizona State University. Alicia’s music therapy internship was with MusicWorx and Resounding Joy, where she facilitated sessions within pediatric and adult medical settings, memory care, and veterans. Prior to pursuing her path in music therapy, Alicia earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Seattle Pacific University and worked with children, teens, and adults with neurodevelopmental disorders and disabilities.
Alicia has been at Resounding Joy since 2023, and works with various audiences, including adult and pediatric medical settings and memory care. Alicia’s personal connection to music has driven her to help others find their own and discover the benefits of it through their own unique journey. Alicia currently serves as the Intern Supervisor.
Jeremy Cox, MT-BC, Music Therapist, Intern Supervisor
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Kate Eyster, MT-BC Music Therapist – Indiana
Kate received her Bachelor of Music in Music Therapy from Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee. During her studies, she gained experience supporting children and their families in the pediatric medical setting during her internship at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. Additionally, Kate has worked with veterans, hospice patients, and individuals of all ages on the Medicaid Waiver.
Kate has been at Resounding Joy Indiana since 2023, and works with audiences in Central Indiana as well as virtual audiences. Kate has a passion for multicultural music therapy and seeks to use high quality music experiences to cultivate joy and wellbeing. Kate will be pursuing her Master of Music in Music Therapy at Augsburg University, MN beginning in the fall of 2026.
Tia Mae Frostrom, MT-BC, Music Therapist
Tia Mae earned her Bachelor of Arts in Music Therapy from Montclair State University, New Jersey. Through their undergraduate and internship with MusicWorx, Tia Mae gained experience in adult medical and behavioral settings, memory care, neurodevelopmental differences and disabilities, with veterans, community spaces, and more. Outside of music therapy, Tia Mae is active in the San Diego music scene.
Tia Mae joined Resounding Joy in 2022, and currently works on a part-time basis focusing on mental health for military, veteran, and older adults. Tia Mae believes music reflects and connects us to one another and is passionate about cultivating accessibility and inclusion with the power of music.
Cassidy Graham, Administrative Coordinator
Cassidy received her Bachelor of Science in environment and sustainability and development sociology from Cornell University. Her professional background includes experiences in small business administration, as well as academic research.
Cassidy joined the Resounding Joy team in 2025 as the administrative coordinator. She oversees scheduling, client communications, and volunteer coordination. She also provides support for marketing and other administrative tasks. She enjoys connecting clients with music therapy services that bring them joy and support their overall well-being.
Leah Kazuko Padilla, MT-BC Music Therapist
Leah earned her Bachelor of Music in Music Therapy at Berklee College of Music. The pursuit of becoming a music therapist brought her to San Diego, where she completed her internship at the Music Therapy Center. Leah is a board-certified music therapist serving a variety of different populations at Resounding Joy, working with individuals as well as groups.
In her free time, Leah enjoys spending time outdoors hiking, running, rollerblading and traveling with her husband, as well as working on her own music. She hopes to use her musical talents and passion for the therapeutic power of music to help clients heal, connect, and achieve goals through music therapy.
Ashley Liu, MT-BC Music Therapist
Ashley accomplished a dual degree in Music Therapy and Film Scoring at Berklee College of Music with minors in Psychology and Musical Theatre Writing. She completed her internship at the Music Therapy Center and fell in love with San Diego in the process. Having lived in four different countries, Ashley knows about living in unfamiliar spaces and existing as an expat. She brings her life experiences with her and uses them to serve the various populations she serves at Resounding Joy.
Outside of music therapy, Ashley can be found swimming in the ocean, hiking in the mountains, and skiing in Mammoth or Big Bear. Ashley looks forward to supporting her future clients in reaching their full potential while also discovering her own.
Talia Morales, MT-BC Music Therapist
Talia Morales earned her Bachelor of Music in Music Therapy from the University of Kansas and her Master of Arts in Expressive Arts for Conflict Transformation and Peacebuilding from The European Graduate School. She became a board-certified music therapist (MT-BC) and expressive arts therapist and has experience working with communities in schools across San Diego County and Peru.
Talia joined Resounding Joy in 2025 as a part-time music therapist. Guided by her belief in the arts as tools for connection and healing, she integrates music, movement, and creative expression to foster wellness, resilience, and positive social change. She is the founder of ¡ÁnimoMúsica!, a bilingual early-childhood music enrichment program and resource hub for parents, caregivers, and educators.
David Norgren, Recreational Musician and Aspiring Music Therapist
David Norgren earned his Bachelor of Music in Voice and Composition from San Diego State University. A multi-instrumentalist and seasoned performer, he has built a dynamic career spanning studio recording, orchestral performance, and songwriting collaborations across the West Coast.
David works with both groups and individuals, provides music instruction, and supports the Sounds of Service program by leading the weekly drumming workshop, band jam sessions, and community band performances. He brings creativity, compassion, and a strong sense of community to every interaction.
Jamie Rosenfeld, Office Manager
Jamie Rosenfeld received her Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from the University of California at Santa Barbara. Her professional background includes accounting, bookkeeping and office management for several nonprofit organizations.
Jamie has been working with Resounding Joy since 2018 as the Office Manager, overseeing time tracking, invoicing, processing donations and running the office. Jamie believes in the power of music therapy and uplifting individuals through music.
Jacob Studer, Recreational Musician and Aspiring Music Therapist
Jacob earned his Bachelor of Music from San Diego State University, and plans to attend graduate school to become a music therapist.
He currently works with groups and individuals, providing music engagement and instruction to children as well as older adults. Jacob also supports our Sounds of Service band jam sessions and community performances.
Audrey Yip, Fall 2026/Winter 2027 Music Therapy Intern
Audrey earned her B.M. in Music Therapy (Piano) and a minor in Biblical & Theological Studies from Biola University. Her practicum experience included working with a range of populations, including young children, adults with disabilities, and older adults.
As a music therapy intern at Resounding Joy, Audrey works under the supervision of Alicia Coleman and has the opportunity to observe and learn from our entire team as she prepares to begin working with clients of her own.
Barbara Reuer, PhD, MT-BC, Founder and Former CEO
Dr. Reuer is a globally recognized expert in music-for-wellness and music therapy. She founded Resounding Joy in 2004, with a mission to provide accessible music therapy to underserved communities in San Diego. Dr. Reuer has held the position of President at the National Association for Music Therapy (now AMTA), authored publications, and earned numerous prestigious awards, including the American Music Therapy Association Lifetime Achievement Award. In December 2023, Dr. Reuer retired from Resounding Joy.
