PAUL BYRNES - AMTA NDIS REGISTERED MUSIC THERAPIST
”I’m a classical concert pianist, guitarist, music producer, and studio music teacher. To me, music is rhythm, the heart is a song — and everyone carries music within them.
Paul ByrnesRMT
Paul Byrnes – RMT, Musician & Educator
Paul Byrnes is a Registered Music Therapist (RMT) and AMTA member, practising since 2011 and NDIS-registered since 2016. With over 15 years’ experience and a Master of Music Therapy from Newcastle University, Paul supports clients of all ages and abilities. A classically trained concert pianist, he blends musical depth with clinical expertise, using client-centred, evidence-based methods like improvisation, melodic intonation therapy, and hands-on music-making.
He specialises in working with:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Mental health (PTSD, Bipolar, Depression)
- Cerebral Palsy (CP)
- Dementia and Alzheimer’s
- Down syndrome and intellectual/physical disabilities
- Palliative care and trauma recovery
- Family and carer support
Real Moments from Music Therapy Sessions
Examples of connection, expression, and growth through music therapy.
ld McDonald Had A Farm 3:20
I’ve been working with a 15-year-old client with Down syndrome for over two years. This particular session was a turning point — it marked the moment his expressive abilities began to shine in a truly remarkable way
How Much Is That Doggie 2:10
I’ve been working with this amazing group of women with mixed disabilities for nearly two years. This classic song always brings strong reactions and movement. On this high-energy day, one of the ladies even got up to dance — a beautiful first.
Yann Tiersen Amélie 1:45
In this session, I took a classical piano approach, playing a piece from the Amélie soundtrack. The client’s reaction was too beautiful not to share — a moment of stillness, focus, and deep connection through the music.
Mobile Music Therapy in Melbourne
Mobile music therapy is bringing the benefits of music directly to clients’ homes, schools, or community spaces across Melbourne. Delivered by qualified NDIS allied health professionals, this flexible service helps people of all ages improve communication, emotional wellbeing, and everyday skills — without the stress of travelling to a clinic.
Improved Daily Living Through Music
Music therapy supports improved daily living by using structured music-based activities to develop skills such as focus, memory, motor coordination, and social interaction. Sessions might include instrument playing, songwriting, singing, or movement to music — all tailored to the client’s goals and abilities. Whether it’s helping a child with autism improve communication, or supporting an older adult with dementia to stay connected, mobile music therapy meets clients where they are.
By removing transport barriers, clients can practise skills in a familiar environment, making progress more meaningful and easier to apply in daily routines.
Working With NDIS Allied Health Professionals
Registered NDIS allied health professionals delivering mobile music therapy work collaboratively with families, carers, and other support providers. They create individualised plans that align with NDIS goals, such as building independence, increasing social participation, or enhancing emotional regulation.
Music therapy can be funded under NDIS Capacity Building supports, including Improved Daily Living, Increased Social and Community Participation, or Core Supports.
For Support Coordinators and Planners
For support coordinators, mobile music therapy is an excellent option for participants who benefit from creative, client-centred approaches. It’s suitable for people with autism, mental health conditions, neurological disorders, brain injury, or age-related conditions. Progress is tracked and reported, ensuring outcomes are clear and measurable for NDIS reviews.
Mobile music therapy in Melbourne offers more than convenience — it provides a personalised, evidence-based way to achieve meaningful goals and improve quality of life.
