Erin Mowles, MT-BC

Pronouns: she/her

Erin is the Program Manager at Healing Sounds, and continues to work as a music therapist as well. She received her degree in Music Therapy from Radford University, then completed her internship at Hochstein School of Music and Dance in Rochester, NY. After becoming board certified in 2014, Erin spent four years working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Indianapolis, IN. Erin has been with Healing Sounds since 2018, and enjoys working with a variety of populations, including some of our youngest clients! She is particularly passionate about helping people with communication skills and emotional expression. She is proficient in playing the guitar, piano, ukulele, and alto saxophone, as well as some percussion.

Erin works with clients of all ages, and specializes in working with children and adolescents with autism, ADHD, developmental disorders, and mental health challenges in both outpatient and school settings. Erin also has experience working with adults with dementia and those in hospice care.

Email: Erin@healingsoundsrva.com

What is your role at Healing Sounds? 

Music Therapist, Program Manager, Problem Solver

What are 3 words that describe you?

Loyal, thoughtful, kind

Who are some of your favorite music artists?

It depends on the day, my mood, and what I’m doing, but some of my favorites include Bruce Springsteen, Rising Appalachia, The Wailin’ Jennys, and Sara Bareilles.

What is something you like to do outside of work?  

I love to be creative - whether that’s through painting, crafting, or creating things with my child!

What do you love most about working at Healing Sounds?

I have two things I love most about working here - the incredible support that Anna provides to her staff, and the amazing, funny, talented people I get to work with every day.

What should potential clients know about working with you? 

I work primarily with children, so I’m not afraid to get silly or try something out of the box to help us build rapport or achieve our goals!