Nicole Bakker
Nicole is a board certified music therapist and licensed music educator with a passion for using music as an all inclusive way to learn and grow!
Hi there, I’m Nicole! In 2017 I received my masters degree in music therapy, but my journey started years before that. I’ve always had a passion for music and caring for others. I grew up studying voice, some piano, and eventually picked up the guitar. When I learned about music therapy, I knew this would be the perfect fit for me.
When I was 16, I visited Israel. I went to a children’s hospital to volunteer and help out in different ways. While standing in a room full of sick children and their families, I sang. The room went silent and I could feel the power the music had over the families. This is when I knew that music could be used to help others. I knew music was powerful, and that this was my future.
Since then, I have become a board certified music therapist and worked with a variety of different clients and settings. I also became a certified music educator in Colorado, K-12, and taught in Denver Public Schools for 3 years.
I truly believe in the power of music and its unique way of helping people grow. I am a person-centered music therapist and educator and pride myself on the strong relationships I build with my clients, students, and families. I believe this approach helps create an inclusive and successful environment for students, clients, and loved ones to feel safe, thrive, and grow.
Thanks for stopping by! I can’t wait to get to know you and begin your musical journey!
Nicole’s Experience
Masters in Music Therapy from SUNY New Paltz, NY. 2017
Board Certified Music Therapist
Certified Music Educator in Colorado, K-12
Internship at The Center for Discovery in Harris, NY working with children with autism and developmental disabilities using a Nordoff- Robbins (improvisational) music therapy approach.
Part time music therapist at The Center for Discovery in the adult residential program
Music therapist in a skilled nursing home for Veterans
Music therapist in a day habilitation center for adults
Music therapist (mostly in home) working with children with developmental disabilities and life limiting illnesses. CES & CLLI waivers
Music Educator and music therapist in Denver Public Schools