STEPPING STONES KC

Kristi Hanson is a Board-Certified Music Therapist and the creator of Stepping Stones KC. Kristi grew up in Olathe, Kansas and graduated from The University of Kansas with a degree in Music Therapy. While at KU, she worked as a preschool teacher, and developed a passion for child development, leaving school with a minor in Psychology and Certifications in Research and Service Learning. Kristi completed an internship at a private practice in Sacramento, CA where she provided music therapy services to a wide variety of children. She also led a wide variety of music therapy & music enrichment groups with children of all ages. Kristi has worked with children in home, classroom, and community settings and has over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages and with a wide variety of needs! Kristi created Stepping Stones KC in 2015 because she is passionate about helping children reach their goals and supporting families, without boundaries!

Samantha is a Music Therapist originally from Pewaukee, Wisconsin. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy with a minor in Psychology from Wartburg College.  Samantha completed an internship with a private practice in Sacramento, CA. During her internship she worked with a variety of clientele ranging from children with varying diagnosis to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Outside of music therapy she has worked with children in classrooms, community, and at summer camps. Samantha is excited to be joining the team and continue her passion for teaching through music and working with children!

Jordan is a Board Certified Music Therapist born and raised in Olathe, KS. She attended Johnson County Community College and received her Associates Degree in Liberal Arts in 2013. Jordan continued her education at the University of Kansas where she obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Music Therapy in 2018. She completed her internship through the Shawnee Mission School district where she worked kids and young adults ages 4 to 21 with a wide range of varying diagnosis. Jordan has spent the last 4 years providing in home Music Therapy to children with Autism in KCMO. In December of 2022 Jordan started working as an Early Education Music Teacher in Lawrence, KS. Jordan believes that anyone of all abilities can make beautiful music. She is excited to be a part of the Stepping Stones team and to share her passion of music!

Kat is a Music Therapist originally from Lamar, Missouri. She attended the University of Kansas and graduated with a B.A. in psychology and a Master's in Music Therapy. Kat completed her internship in the Lawrence Public Schools. She has over a decade of experience working with children with a a variety of intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as adults with multiple forms of dementia.