H.R. No. 257

	R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, The practice of music therapy has been effectively
	used to promote healing and enhance the physical, mental, and
	emotional well-being of countless individuals; and
	WHEREAS, A clinical, evidence-based discipline, music
	therapy is defined as the application of music by an accredited
	professional for the purpose of achieving therapeutic goals; music
	therapy is used to treat persons of all ages and abilities in a
	variety of settings, and it is shown to be a safe and cost-effective
	method of health care due to its capacity to address multiple
	patient concerns without the need for medication; and
	WHEREAS, Research has found music therapy to be successful in
	helping patients with Alzheimer's disease to improve their
	cognitive functioning, children with autism to better communicate,
	and victims of stroke to regain their speech and mobility;
	moreover, music intervention has been a valuable tool for many
	clients in controlling chronic pain and managing anxiety and
	depression; and
	WHEREAS, More than 40,000 Texans receive services from music
	therapists each year; certified practitioners must complete a
	degree in music therapy at a college or university approved by the
	American Music Therapy Association and are credentialed by the
	Certification Board for Music Therapists; and
	WHEREAS, Degrees in music therapy are offered at a number of
	institutions of higher learning in Texas, and many graduates of
	these institutions go on to become contractors and operate small
	businesses that contribute to the economies of their community and
	state; and
	WHEREAS, Texans from all walks of life have benefited
	immeasurably from the techniques used by skilled music therapists,
	and it is a privilege to join in commending them for the innovative
	services they provide; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
	Legislature hereby recognize February 3, 2015, as Music Therapy Day
	in Texas and extend sincere best wishes to music therapists across
	the Lone Star State for success with their important work.
	Naishtat
	______________________________
	Speaker of the House
	I certify that H.R. No. 257 was adopted by the House on
	February 3, 2015, by a non-record vote.
	______________________________
	Chief Clerk of the House