Welcome AMTA’s New Education and Clinical Training Coordinator

The American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) is pleased to announce the addition of Laura Beer, PhD, MT-BC, as the new Education and Clinical Training Coordinator.

In this role, Dr. Beer will support music therapy education and clinical training programs nationwide. She will serve as a primary resource for educators, internship directors, institutions, and interns. Dr. Beer will coordinate academic program and internship approvals in alignment with the AMTA Standards for Education and Clinical Training, working closely with volunteer committees and AMTA leadership to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance across education and training programs.

Dr. Beer brings extensive experience as a music therapist, researcher, author, and educator. She has worked as a clinician in a wide range of settings and previously served AMTA as Lead Editor for Music Therapy Perspectives. Laura joins AMTA with additional experience in workforce and continuing education program development and is committed to creating accessibility and equity in music therapy education.

Please join us in welcoming Laura to the AMTA Staff!

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