I am a multidisciplinary musician and licensed music therapist with a passion for using creative arts to support emotional and cognitive growth in children and adults. I coordinate musical programs, teach guitar, piano and voice, and collaborate with ensembles and care teams to bring engaging performances and therapeutic sessions to communities in PA, NJ, and NY. I combine performance experience with therapeutic expertise to design inclusive musical experiences that enhance well-being, learning, and connection across diverse settings including schools, clinics, and community organizations.

Sarah E. Long

I am a multidisciplinary musician and licensed music therapist with a passion for using creative arts to support emotional and cognitive growth in children and adults. I coordinate musical programs, teach guitar, piano and voice, and collaborate with ensembles and care teams to bring engaging performances and therapeutic sessions to communities in PA, NJ, and NY. I combine performance experience with therapeutic expertise to design inclusive musical experiences that enhance well-being, learning, and connection across diverse settings including schools, clinics, and community organizations.

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I am a multidisciplinary musician and licensed music therapist with a passion for using creative arts to support emotional and cognitive growth in children and adults. I coordinate musical programs, teach guitar, piano and voice, and collaborate with ensembles and care teams to bring engaging performances and therapeutic sessions to communities in PA, NJ, and NY.

I combine performance experience with therapeutic expertise to design inclusive musical experiences that enhance well-being, learning, and connection across diverse settings including schools, clinics, and community organizations.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Employment Talent Manager
April 1, 2019 - Present
Coordinate rehearsals and collaborative sessions across multiple schedules for two Philadelphia-based music ensembles. Manage calendars, facilitate remote communication, and handle social media outreach to support ensemble operations.
Independent Music Professional at Self-employed
January 1, 2018 - Present
Actively perform and record as a freelance musician, coordinating all bookings, client communications, and scheduling for live events and studio sessions.
Music Teacher - Private Lessons at Private Lessons
January 1, 2023 - Present
Guitar, piano and voice teaching.
Music Therapist at Settlement Music School
January 1, 2025 - Present
Provide contract-based music therapy for children and adolescents with autism and other neurodivergent diagnoses, supporting emotional, social, and cognitive development through individualized sessions.
Music Therapist at Young Children's Center for the Arts
June 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025
Provide music therapy; lead group and individual sessions; collaborate with Director of Music Therapy.
Nanny / Caregiver
August 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025
Nanny and caregiver to multiple families.
Music Therapy Intern at Young Children's Center for Creative Arts
April 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025
Music Therapy Intern; clinical practicum in a center serving children with neurodivergent and neurodevelopmental diagnoses.
Music Therapy Student at Mosden Music Therapy (private practice)
May 1, 2023 - September 30, 2025
Music therapy student, private practice.
Music Therapy Student at Homeling Inc. via Pat Hamill (contracted)
December 1, 2022 - September 30, 2025
Contracted music therapy student work at multiple early learning centers.
Music Therapy Student at Living Branches via Seth Laucks
May 1, 2022 - September 30, 2025
Senior living community; work with older adults with dementia, other psych diagnoses and in hospice.
Part-time Music Director at Local churches in NJ and PA
December 31, 2020 - September 30, 2025
Lead worship services; scheduling, rehearsing and organizing music used during weekly worship and weekend services.
Assistant Coach / Music Coordinator at Fellowship of Christian Athletes summer sports camp
January 1, 2018 - September 30, 2025
Scheduling, rehearsing and organizing music used during week or weekend trips for religious retreats.
University Jazz Ensemble at University
January 1, 2020 - September 30, 2025
Jazz band; met weekly to rehearse and perform concerts.
University Chapel Music Team at University
January 1, 2020 - September 30, 2025
Worship team that met weekly and performed for campus chapel meetings.
Giving Hope Network at Giving Hope Network
January 1, 2017 - September 30, 2025
Hosting benefactors and donors at a golf outing (volunteer).
Talent Manager
April 1, 2019 - Present
Coordinate rehearsals and collaborative sessions across multiple schedules for two Philadelphia-based music ensembles; manage calendars, facilitate remote communication, and handle social media outreach to support ensemble operations.
Musician
January 1, 2018 - Present
Actively perform and record as a freelance musician, coordinating all bookings, client communications, and scheduling for live events and studio sessions.
Music Teacher (Private Lessons)
January 1, 2023 - Present
Guitar, piano and voice teaching.
Music Therapist at Settlement Music School
January 1, 2025 - Present
Provide contract-based music therapy for children and adolescents with autism or other neurodivergent diagnoses, supporting emotional, social, and cognitive development through individualized sessions.
Music Therapist at Young Children's Center for the Arts
June 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025
Music Therapist; Reference: Laura Holmes; Director of Music Therapy.
Life Enrichment Specialist / Music Therapist at WES Care – West Park Rehabilitation Center
September 1, 2025 - Present
Facilitate group and individual creative arts therapy to support emotional, cognitive, and social well-being of adults with psychiatric diagnoses. Plan personalized enriched activities aligned with therapeutic goals in a supportive, expressive environment.
Music Therapist (Intern) at Young Children's Center for Creative Arts
April 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025
Clinical experience at an early learning center with children ages 1-5.
Music Therapy Student at Mosden Music Therapy (private practice)
May 1, 2023 - September 30, 2025
Music therapy student; private practice experience.
Music Therapy Student at Homelink Inc. via Pat Hamill (contracted)
December 1, 2022 - September 30, 2025
Contracted; multiple early learning centers with children 1-10 years old with neurodivergent diagnoses.
Music Therapy Student at Living Branches via Seth Laucks
May 1, 2022 - September 30, 2025
Senior living community; work with older adults with dementia, other psychiatric diagnoses and hospice.
Nanny / Caregiver at Various families
August 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025
Provided caregiving for multiple families throughout the years.
Talent Manager
April 1, 2019 - Present
Coordinate rehearsals and collaborative sessions across multiple schedules for two Philadelphia-based music ensembles. Manage calendars, facilitate remote communication, and handle social media outreach to support ensemble operations.
Freelance Musician at Independent Music Professional
January 1, 2018 - Present
Actively perform and record as a freelance musician, coordinating all bookings, client communications, and scheduling for live events and studio sessions.
Music Teacher at Private Lessons
January 1, 2023 - Present
Guitar, piano and voice teaches.
Music Therapist at Settlement Music School
January 1, 2025 - Present
Provide contract-based music therapy for children and adolescents with autism or other neuro divergences, supporting emotional, social, and cognitive development through individualized sessions.
Life Enrichment Specialist / Music Therapist at West Park Rehabilitation Center
September 1, 2025 - Present
In coming position at the new WES Care location at West Park Rehabilitation Center. Facilitate group and individual creative arts therapy to support emotional, cognitive, and social well-being of adults with psychiatric diagnoses. Plan personalized enrichment activities aligned with therapeutic goals in a supportive, expressive environment.
Music Therapist at Young Children's Center for the Arts
June 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025
Provide music therapy services.
Nanny/Caregiver
August 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025
Multiple families throughout the years.
Music Therapist Intern at Young Children's Center for Creative Arts
April 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025
Clinical music therapy internship supporting children with neurodivergent diagnoses and early learning needs.
Music Therapy Student at Mosden Music Therapy
May 1, 2023 - September 30, 2025
Music Therapy student; coordinate sessions across multiple early learning centers with children aged 1-10 years.
Music Therapy Student at Homel ink Inc. via Pat Hamill (contracted)
December 1, 2022 - September 30, 2025
Music Therapy student; supported sessions at multiple senior living homes and adult psychiatric day cares.
Music Therapy Student at Living Branches via Seth Laucks
May 1, 2022 - September 30, 2025
Senior living community; worked with older adults with dementia and psychiatric diagnoses, including hospice.
Volunteer at Giving Hope Network
January 1, 2017 - September 30, 2025
Hosting benefactors and donors at a golf outing.
Employment Talent Manager at Self-employed / Philadelphia-based ensembles
April 1, 2019 - Present
Coordinate rehearsals and collaborative sessions across multiple schedules for two Philadelphia-based music ensembles. Manage calendars, facilitate remote communication, and handle social media outreach to support ensemble operations.
Independent Music Professional at Self-employed
January 1, 2018 - Present
Actively perform and record as a freelance musician, coordinating all bookings, client communications, and scheduling for live events and studio sessions.
Private Lessons at Self-employed
January 1, 2023 - Present
Guitar, piano and voice instruction.
Part-time Music Director at Various local churches
December 31, 2020 - September 30, 2025
Led weekly worship music, directing musical programs, rehearsals, and performances.
FCA - Assistant Coach / Music Coordinator at Fellowship of Christian Athletes
December 31, 2018 - September 30, 2025
Scheduling, rehearsing and organizing music used during weekly trips for religious retreats.
Co-leader & Musician at Fellowship of Christian Athletes University Band
December 31, 2019 - September 30, 2025
Co-led and performed with the university band, coordinating music for gatherings and events.
Life Enrichment Specialist / Music Therapist at West Park Rehabilitation Center (WES Care location)
September 1, 2025 - Present
Incoming position to provide group and individual creative arts therapy to support emotional, cognitive, and social well-being of adults with psychiatric diagnoses; planning personalized, enriched activities aligned with therapeutic goals.
Music Therapist at Settlement Music School
January 1, 2025 - Present
Provide contract-based music therapy for children and adolescents with autism and other neurodivergent diagnoses, supporting emotional, social, and cognitive development through individualized sessions.

Education

Bachelors in Music Composition at Cairn University
August 1, 2016 - December 1, 2020
Master's in Music Therapy at Temple University
August 1, 2021 - December 1, 2024
Master of Music Therapy at Temple University
August 1, 2021 - December 1, 2024
Bachelor of Music Composition at Cairn University
August 1, 2016 - December 1, 2020
High School Diploma (Homeschool) at Homeschooled (NJ, USA)
August 1, 2011 - May 1, 2015
Master's in Music Therapy at Temple University
August 1, 2021 - December 1, 2024
Bachelor's in Music Composition at Cairn University
August 1, 2016 - December 1, 2020
High School Diploma (Homeschool) at Homeschool
August 1, 2011 - May 1, 2015
Master’s in Music Therapy at Temple University
August 1, 2021 - December 1, 2024
Bachelor’s in Music Composition at Cairn University
August 1, 2016 - December 1, 2020
High School Diploma at Homeschool
August 1, 2011 - May 1, 2015
Master's in Music Therapy at Temple University
August 1, 2021 - December 1, 2024
Bachelor's in Music Composition at Cairn University
August 1, 2016 - December 1, 2020
High School Diploma (Homeschool) at Joshua Stamper High School (Home Schooled)
August 1, 2011 - May 1, 2015

Qualifications

CBMT Board Certification
January 11, 2030 - September 30, 2025
CITI Program: Good Clinical Practice Certification
April 1, 2023 - September 30, 2025
CITI Program: Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR)
April 1, 2023 - September 30, 2025
CBMT Board Certification
January 11, 2030 - September 30, 2025
CITI Program: Good Clinical Practice Certification
April 1, 2023 - September 30, 2025
CITI Program: Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR)
April 1, 2023 - September 30, 2025
CBMT Board Certification: eligible to sit
January 11, 2030 - September 30, 2025
CIT I Program: Good Clinical Practice Certification
April 1, 2023 - September 30, 2025
CIT I Program: Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR)
April 1, 2023 - September 30, 2025
CBMT Board Certification
April 1, 2023 - September 30, 2025
CITI Program: Good Clinical Practice Certification
April 1, 2023 - September 30, 2025
CITI Program: Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR)
April 1, 2023 - September 30, 2025

Industry Experience

Computers & Electronics, Education, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Software & Internet, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services