When using music in therapy, it is important to:

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Matching music to therapeutic goals and client responses is essential in music therapy. This means selecting musical experiences that support the specific aims—such as regulation, expression, skill-building, or social connection—and continually watching how the client reacts, then adjusting tempo, dynamics, style, or lyrics to stay aligned with progress and safety. If reactions are ignored, if only instrumental tracks are used, or if random unfamiliar music is chosen to distract, the session loses its client-centered focus and can hinder engagement or provoke distress. By tailoring music to both goals and real-time responses, therapy stays meaningful, safe, and effective.