My name is Meera (they/them).
I’m a queer, South Asian-American, board-certified music therapist based in Hershey, Pennsylvania.
Studying at Berklee College of Music and receiving a B.M in Music Therapy with a minor in Psychology gave me the unique opportunity to explore community-based music therapy experiences. I was able to connect with music therapists working globally, offer services in Panamá, and present at national and international conferences. Similarly, being surrounded by world-class musicians during my education helped foster my growth as a songwriter and an artist.
As a vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, music has always been an important part of life. I’ve been fortunate to have deeply meaningful group vocal experiences that have informed my passion for using the voice to support growth, discovery, and community building.
My hope with this site is to be able to connect you to resources, support the growth and exploration of your voice, and help you find a sense of calm.
With care,
Meera
Hi folks!
"Introduction to Music Therapy" At Panamá Jazz Festival 2018
"Voice Interventions" Toolbox for Music Therapy Diploma Program in Panamá 2018
Intuitive Singing Los Angeles November 2021
"Using Our Voices to Build Strong Communities" Latin American Music Therapy Symposium 2019
Speaking Engagements
Virtual Circle Singing: Connecting Through Voices and Screens (New England Region American Music Therapy Association (NER-AMTA) Annual Conference 2023)
How Music Therapists Can Minimize Harm Toward Clients, Each Other, and The Community (3-hour Continuing Education Credit presented at NER-AMTA 2023)
"Planting Seeds": Opening Session (NER-AMTA Annual Conference 2022) [virtual]
"Peer Support for New Professionals" (American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) Annual Conference 2021) [virtual]
"Vocal Improvisation for Resilience and Community" (Latin American Music Therapy Symposium 2021) [virtual, presented in Spanish]
"Using Our Voices to Build a Stronger Community" (Latin American Music Therapy Symposium, Panama City, Panama 2019) [presented in Spanish]
"Introduction to Music Therapy" (Panama Jazz Festival, Panama City, Panama 2018) [presented in Spanish]
"Voice Interventions for Music Therapists" (Diploma Program for Music Therapists, Latin American Music Therapy Symposium, Panama City, Panama 2018) [presented in Spanish]
"Box of Chocolates: The Importance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion" (AMTA Annual Conference 2018)
"Community Music Therapy" (Danilo Pérez Foundation, Panama City, Panama, 2016) [presented in Spanish]
“Introduction to Music Therapy” presented at Panamá Jazz Festival 2018