Music Therapy in San Clemente (South Orange County)

Evidence-based, neurodiversity-affirming music therapy + adaptive music education for kids, teens, adults, and seniors.

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20+ years • Board Certified Music Therapists • NMT- Specialists • LMFT Counselors

Why music therapy works?

  • Motivating: Music increases engagement and follow-through.

  • Functional: Skills practiced in-session carry into daily life.

  • Connected: Strengthens co-regulation and relationships.

  • Brain-based: Rhythm + repetition support learning and neuroplasticity.

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Specialties:

  • We specialize in Neurologic Music Therapy (NMT) which is an evidence based approached for those living with neurologic conditions from Autism to Alzheimer’s. click here to learn more

  • We provide marriage and family therapy counseling supports for parents, couples and siblings. John Mews, CEO/Founder provides these additional support services. click here to meet John

Free resources + free events:

  • Free downloads (guides/worksheets)

  • Free workshops / parent meetings / trainings (as scheduled)
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Who we support:

  • Regional Center & Self-Determination Program (SDP) participants seeking individualized, goal-driven support.

  • Neurodivergent children and families (autism, ADHD, sensory processing differences) served with a neurodiversity-affirming, strengths-based approach.

  • Children needing mental health support for anxiety, persistent worry, negative self-talk, and emotional regulation skill-building.

  • Teens building resilience through evidence-informed coping skills, confidence, and healthy emotional expression.

  • Adults and older adults with neurologic conditions (stroke, TBI, Parkinson’s, dementia/Alzheimer’s) supported with NMT-informed, function-focused interventions.

Meet San Clemente’s lead therapist

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Meet Isabella Perez, MT-BC, a board-certified music therapist based in Southern California. Isabella brings her exceptional musical talents, music therapy expertise, and unwavering dedication to supporting clients of all ages.

Click here to meet Izzy

How to get started:

Book a free 15-minute consultation to discuss your goals and learn how we can support you, a loved one, or a client with personalized, evidence-informed music therapy.

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What we offer:

  1. Clinical Music Therapy (individual, family, group)

  2. Adaptive Music Education (lessons/classes with accommodations)

  3. Parent + Family Support (coaching + practical tools)

  4. . FREE Workshops, Events and Resources

Click here to access a comprehensive list of our therapeutic services

Our Process

Plan with Purpose

Together, we outline a path forward that’s realistic, strategic, and tailored to your specific needs.

Collaborate Openly

You’re part of the process. We keep communication open and decisions shared—no black boxes or surprises.

Plan with Purpose

Every project is different. We stay flexible and responsive to make sure the process fits your flow—not the other way around.

Plan with Purpose

When we deliver, it’s not just a finished product—it’s a solution you can trust, backed by real care and effort.

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A bold reimagining of a timeless brand.

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  • "Creative, reliable, and genuinely passionate about what they do."

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  • "A professional team that delivers on their promises."

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  • "Their attention to detail and commitment to quality truly stood out. We’ve already recommended them to others."

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