George Zhao

George Zhao

Registered Music Therapist

Email: george@omusic.au
Location: Canberra & Snowy Monaro, Australia

"Music is not just an object to be mastered, but a space to exist within."
— George Zhao

Creative Music Therapy

Specialising in Creative Music Therapy for children and adults with neurodevelopmental variants, such as Autism, ADHD, and Global Developmental Delay. Practice is informed by the DIR/Floortime model, utilising the IMCAP-ND framework to assess and support functional emotional developmental capacities. Through clinical improvisation and co-creation, a shared musical experience is established in the here and now to foster authentic expression, growth, and connection.

Practice

Based in Canberra and Cooma, serving the Snowy Monaro region. A bilingual practitioner offering services in English and Mandarin. Bringing a cross-cultural sensitivity to support diverse identities, fostering authentic expression and personal growth through sound.

Qualifications

Master of Creative Music Therapy
Western Sydney University
Master of Music
The Australian National University
Bachelor of Arts in Music
Shenyang Conservatory of Music