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Siân Canning

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I am an experienced and qualified Music Therapist with a passion for mental health and wellbeing.

About

I am an experienced and qualified Music Therapist with a passion for mental health and wellbeing. Over the years, I have developed a versatile skill set in music therapy, teaching, and cognitive behavioural therapy, working extensively with young people, adults, and diverse clinical populations. I enjoy combining therapeutic modalities with my musical skills to deliver impactful interventions and support across healthcare and educational sectors.

My background spans international and local settings, from schools and healthcare trusts to secure units and alternative provisions. I am dedicated to continued learning and professional development, holding advanced qualifications in music therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy. With a friendly and empathetic approach, I thrive in collaborative, multidisciplinary environments where the power of music enhances health and wellbeing outcomes.

  • 18 years' experience
  • Joined August 2025

Industry experience

  • Education
  • Healthcare
  • Non-Profit Organization

Work experience· 11 roles

Music Therapist, Mental Health Specialist and Onsite Therapist · Poles Apart Alternative Provision, PlymouthJan 2023 – Aug 2025 · 2 yrs 8 mos

Provided music therapy and mental health specialist support onsite at an alternative educational provision.

Music Therapist, Mental Health Specialist, Band 7 · Atkinson Children’s Secure Unit - Devon Partnerships Trust, NHSJan 2023 – Aug 2025 · 2 yrs 8 mos

Delivered music therapy within a secure children’s unit, providing specialist mental health support through therapeutic music sessions.

High Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapist · VITA Health Group (VHG)Jan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos

Providing high intensity cognitive behavioural therapy as part of mental health services.

CAMHS NHS Early Intervention Liaison Practitioner · Livewell Trust, PlymouthSep 2022 – Aug 2025 · 3 yrs
Teacher of General Subjects and Music · Medical Tuition Service – Torbay CouncilDec 2021 – Aug 2025 · 3 yrs 9 mos
MA Music Therapy Student & Clinical Practitioner · University of the West of EnglandOct 2019 – Aug 2025 · 5 yrs 11 mos
Teacher of Primary and Secondary Music · Dhahran British Grammar School - International Schools GroupJun 2016 – Aug 2025 · 9 yrs 3 mos
Teacher of Music and English KS1-Sixth Form · International Schools Group (ISG) - Saudi ArabiaDec 2015 – Aug 2025 · 9 yrs 9 mos

Education· 5

PGCert · University of Exeter2023 – 2024
MA Music Therapy with Distinction · University of the West of England2016 – 2019
PGCE Secondary Education – Music · University of Durham2003 – 2004
BMus (HONS) Music · University of Huddersfield1999 – 2003

Certifications and awards· 7

HCPC Registered Music Therapist2030 – 2025
PGCert – High Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy2023 – 2024
MA Music Therapy with Distinction2016 – 2019
PGCE Secondary Education – Music2003 – 2004

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