St. Rita Music Therapy

St. Rita Music Therapy RMT: Registered Music Therapist

Australian Music Therapy Association (AMTA), a member of Allied

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About Me

REGISTERED MUSIC THERAPIST, PHD CANDIDATE

Rita Messak

I am highly qualified and professional music therapist with a high level of experience and a zest for sharing passion for all things musical, i hold a strong belief that music can change lives for the better. Music Therapy provides access to exceptional musical experiences for people of all ages and abilities. I am

a gentle and creative practitioner, dedicated to helping people find joy, ease and strength during difficult times. I use music as my main tool to prompt conversation, help you connect with and express thoughts and emotions, and create experiences of ease and joy. Once we determine your goals for the session, you'll be supported to explore and process through listening to and discussing music, singing, playing instruments, songwriting, developing playlists, or music and imagery experiences. We'll reflect on what comes up through these experiences, and work together to integrate your experiences to support your daily life. Registration
Australian Music Therapy Association (AMTA), a member of Allied Health Professions Australia

10/04/2026

A special moment in Cockatoo Ward, when Xavier took a huge step in his recovery. 🎵

Today marks the start of World Music Therapy Week.

Music therapy is more than it may appear. It’s an evidenced-based form of allied health treatment provided by trained professionals. It can be a part of treatment for a range of needs, from rehabilitation and pain management to early development and emotional support.
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Music therapy is a research-based allied health profession delivered by registered music therapists. It supports people ...
09/04/2026

Music therapy is a research-based allied health profession delivered by registered music therapists. It supports people of all ages with communication, movement, cognition, wellbeing and more - across hospitals, schools, aged care, disability, mental health, community settings and more.

From stroke rehabilitation and pain management, to early development and emotional support, music therapy helps people engage in therapy and work towards meaningful goals.

Find out more and connect with a registered music therapist via the Australian Music Therapy Association:
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🌿 Mental Health & Music Therapy 💚🎶 Reduces stress and anxiety🎶 Improves mood and emotional health🎶 Boosts confidence and...
26/10/2025

🌿 Mental Health & Music Therapy 💚

🎶 Reduces stress and anxiety
🎶 Improves mood and emotional health
🎶 Boosts confidence and focus
🎶 Strengthens memory and brain function
🎶 Builds connection and teamwork
🎶 Promotes peace and relaxation

✨ Experience the healing power of music. ✨



📞 To learn more, contact us:
📱 0404 561 515
🌐 www.stritamusictherapy.com.au

06/10/2025

Rita Messak RMT contributed to a wonderful piece by SBS Arabic in Melbourne, all about how music therapy can support people living with dementia or Alzheimer’s, especially those who speak English as a second language.

"In these cases, using familiar Arabic songs in therapy sessions can provide comfort, connection, emotional support and many other benefits," said Rita.

Thanks to Rita, her participant Michael Ritchi, journalist Fares Zakhour and Special Broadcasting Service (SBS) Australia for highlighting the evidence-based nature of music therapy and its capacity to improve lives.

🎶 Would you like to hear more about music therapy and how it changes lives? Come along to Inside Music Therapy: A Public Celebration, on 16 October in Melbourne. It's a part of AMTA's 50th celebrations, and everyone is invited to an evening of story and song.
More info: https://www.austmta.org.au/news-and-events/events/inside-music-therapy-a-public-celebration/

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✨IMPORTANT NEWS✨On Wednesday, the NDIA released the long awaited review into music and art therapy.The review was led by...
15/09/2025

✨IMPORTANT NEWS✨

On Wednesday, the NDIA released the long awaited review into music and art therapy.

The review was led by experienced health economist Dr Stephen Duckett AM and shaped by input from more than 600 people in the disability community. This included people who access art and music therapy supports, as well as service providers.

The review found that ‘art and music therapies can be life changing for some people with disabilities’.

Read the full review 👇

https://dataresearch.ndis.gov.au/research-and-evaluation/decision-making-access-and-planning/independent-review-art-and-music-supports

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Melbourne, VIC
3037

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

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+61404561515

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