How Music Therapy Calms Minds and Improves Sleep in Kids with Candace Szymanski and Jessica Bryant

How Music Therapy Calms Minds and Improves Sleep in Kids with Candace Szymanski and Jessica Bryant

Welcome to another episode of the Catching Zzz's podcast! Better Sleep Council representative and pediatric sleep strategist Jessica Bryant of Sleep Happy Consulting is in the host seat for this week's episode.

Our guest today is Candace Szymanski, a board-certified music therapist and founder of the Cultivate Community in Southlake, Texas and we're diving into the world of music therapy and its powerful connection to sleep and emotional wellbeing.

We explore how music therapy goes far beyond just learning an instrument, offering creative and evidence-based ways for children and teens to express emotion, cope with stress, and build healthy sleep routines.

Candace shares insightful stories from her years of experience working in pediatric hospitals and private practice, revealing how music—whether through soothing playlists, songwriting, or even simple humming—can provide comfort, signal relaxation, and help kids wind down at bedtime.

Parents, caregivers, and anyone curious about integrating music as a tool for better sleep will walk away with tangible tips, relatable anecdotes, and a new appreciation for the science and heart behind music therapy.

You can view full show notes and more at https://bettersleep.org/blog

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