Pasadena Child Development Associates, Inc.
Pasadena Child Development Associates, Inc.
Melissa St. John, MT-BC
Melissa St. John, MT-BC, is a board certified Music Therapist and a Certified Neurologic Music Therapist. She received her degree of Music Therapy from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, and is currently pursuing her Masters of Music, Music Therapy through Colorado State University. She received her clinical training through the Central Wisconsin Center for Developmentally Disabled, serving children, adults and geriatrics with a range of developmental disabilities. It was in this setting that she gained a true appreciation for the interdisciplinary approach.
From early childhood, Melissa has had a passion for working with children using music. For many years she has been very involved with various community organizations, teaching classes and participating in choirs through the VSA Arts of Wisconsin program. Previous to PCDA, Melissa gained valuable clinical experience working in a similar setting focusing on children with development delays in the Los Angeles area. In addition to facilitating Music Therapy sessions, her role also included facilitating Floortime Therapy sessions, Social Skills Therapy sessions as well as teaching adapted piano lessons to children of all ages.
During her spare time, Melissa loves to spend time with her husband and their two adorable Old English Sheepdogs, Harley and Oliver. Melissa is very enthusiastic and dedicated to work as a member of the interdisciplinary team at PCDA to provide the best services and experiences for all children and their families.