Summer Music Groups
JUNE - AUGUST 2020
Summer Music Groups
JUNE - AUGUST 2020
Learning Through Music
ABOUT STEPPING STONES
Stepping Stones KC offers Music Therapy and Child Enrichment services, provided by Board-Certified Music Therapists.
We offer Music Therapy, Music Enrichment Groups, Preschool Music Groups, Developmental Enrichment, Birthday Parties, Parent Consults, and more. Our programs are developed to meet the individual and unique needs of your family and child!
Our Board-Certified Music Therapists assess, plan, and implement HIGH-QUALITY, evidence-based services aimed at addressing the functional goals of your child. We are able to collaborate and co-facilitate sessions with SLP, OT, PT, BCBA's, and more to help your child receive the most effective and consistent care. We are passionate about helping children find the confidence and independence to reach their fullest potential, while having fun!
Stepping Stones serves children in the Greater Kansas City area, offering services in Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa, Mission, Leawood, Shawnee, Prairie Village, Kansas City (KS & MO), Lee's Summit, and more. Email today to check the availability of services in your area! Services are offered in homes, schools, daycares, and more.
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Read more about our MISSION, PHILOSOPHY, and TEAM below.
PHILOSOPHY
QUALITY
To provide outstanding high-quality services, support, and communication, unique to each family’s needs! Our services reflect current research and best-practices!
ENVIRONMENT
To create an environment that is welcoming, encouraging, patient, well-informed, and sincere! We want families to be comfortable sharing their experiences with us and to know we will always be warm and inclusive!
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CHILD CENTERED
To assess need across many domains and foster development throughout the 'whole child'. We aim to be thorough in our assessment of needs across many areas in hopes of helping children to grow and find their independence! We are people who are genuinely working with the best interest of your child and family in mind!
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EDUCATION
To maintain innovative, evidence-based practice through collaboration and continuing education. Our Therapists are passionate about learning and work hard to stay up-to-date with certifications and educational experiences!
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INCLUSION
To promote community integration, support, and advocacy. We will be inclusive of all families and promote inclusion of ALL families and children in our community! We will provide opportunities to support children's needs in the community!
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COMMUNITY
To pursue opportunities to help as many children and families as possible! We believe it is important that every child have a village nurturing them with warmth and encouraging a love of learning and growth. A family to support them in times of need and celebrate them in times of accomplishment! We aim to grow our roots in the community, and help create community for families in need!
MISSION
To engage children in individualized and evidence-based music experiences that facilitate independence, brain development, and safe, healthy relationships. Stepping Stones KC promotes parent education and advocacy about the benefits of music as early enrichment. As professionals, our team will advocate for appropriate Music Therapy state/federal licensure and competitive, appropriate compensation. We are dedicated to providing an experience that is welcoming, educated, and family-centered.
ABOUT OUR TEAM
KRISTI HANSON, MT-BC
Owner & Board-Certified Music Therapist
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!
SPECIALTIES: Early Intervention (Birth-Age 3), ASD, Attachment & Behavior Challenges
OTHER INTERESTS: Movies, Reading, Nature, Planning, Games, Kickball
RILEY BEVERIDGE CALVIN
Board-Certified Music Therapist
Riley Beveridge-Calvin is a board-certified music therapist from Prairie Village, KS. She graduated from the University of Kansas with a bachelors of music in music therapy. She completed an internship at Britain Development Center in Merriam, KS. There she provided early intervention music therapy for children with developmental delays and disabilities. She most enjoyed the opportunity there to co-treat with physical, occupational and aquatic therapists. Riley has had a passion for working with children with intellectual and developmental diagnosis since middle school. Over the years she has put in a lot of volunteer hours with SOAR Special Needs, and her experiences there are what helped her decide on a career in music therapy. She is thrilled to be joining the Stepping Stones team!
SPECIALTIES: Early Childhood, ASD, Developmental Disabilities
OTHER INTERESTS: Reading, Gardening, Crafting, Hammocking, Disc Golf
KATHRYN OLIVER
Board-Certified Music Therapist
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.
SPECIALTIES: School-Age Children, ASD, Dementia
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OTHER INTERESTS: Reading, Euro-Style Board Games, Loom Knitting, Landscape Photography
JESSICA LAHASKY
Marketing Assistant, Board-Certified Music Therapist
Jessica Lahasky is originally from Overland Park, KS. She completed her undergraduate degree in Music Therapy from Maryville University and spent 5 years working as a music therapist with children and adolescents in a behavioral health hospital. After developing a strong interest in the connect between music and language, Jessica obtained a graduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Rockhurst University. Jessica is excited to help with marketing on the Stepping Stones team and spread the word about music therapy!
SPECIALTIES: SEO Copywriting, Social Media
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OTHER INTERESTS: Volleyball, Harp, Crafting, Musicals, Puppies
Email today for more information at SteppingStonesKC@gmail.com!