MEET THE TEAM
The Muzique team consists of Creative Arts Therapists ready to serve online or in our Barrington Studio!
Karly muzalier, MT-BC- Owner, music therapy- Magnolia, NJ
Karly is the Lead Therapist and Founder of Muzique. She has her Bachelor's Degree in Music Therapy from Immaculata University and is a Board Certified Music Therapist. Karly has experience working with many populations including individuals with disabilities, seniors with Alzheimer’s and Dementia, individuals with severe behavioral concerns, groups and individuals in support programs, and inclusive groups. Creative music and arts has always been a passion for Karly and she aspires to create a program that allows everyone to experience creative arts in their own way as well as provide work for therapists and instructors in need of additional opportunities.
Danielle Barbera, MA, MT-BC - Music Therapy- Randolph, NJ
Danielle Barbera is a Board-Certified Music Therapist with a Master’s degree in music therapy from Montclair State University. She completed her clinical internship at Hudson Valley Hospice in Poughkeepsie, New York, providing one-on-one care to patients with life limiting illness in contracted nursing facilities, hospitals, and home care. She has experience with several populations including older adults with Alzheimer’s/dementia, children and adults with developmental disabilities, adults in psychiatric settings, and adults with neurological disorders and physical disabilities. Danielle’s work embraces the effectiveness music has holistically on our emotional, psychological, and physiological well-being.
Abigail Dutson, MT-BC - Music therapy - st. george, UT
Abi graduated Magna Cum Laude from Utah State University with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Music Therapy. She completed her clinical training at Earthtones Northwest in Portland, Oregon where she worked in a variety of settings including memory care, assisted living, children’s hospitals, adult day cares, and mental health. Since receiving her board certification and Utah state certification in 2018, Abi has worked in residential treatment centers for adolescents, day programs for adults with disabilities, schools for deaf and blind, and with a variety of individual clients with special needs. She absolutely loves witnessing the growth and strength of her clients, and discovering ways that music can assist in their goals and individual expression. In her spare time, Abi loves to knit, crochet, paint, hike, and play a variety of games with her family and friends.
Danny Garcia Jr, MT-BC - Music Therapy - El Paso, TX
Danny Garcia Jr (he/him/his) is a Board-Certified Music Therapist with a Bachelor's Degree in Music Therapy: Emphasis in Psychology from Seattle Pacific University. He completed his internship with Trustbridge Hospice in West Palm Beach, FL working with terminally ill patients of all ages in individual, group outpatient and inpatient ward settings. Danny has a variety of experience in populations including k-12 children with disabilities in a school setting, adult and older adult veterans with PTSD, at-risk youth experiencing homelessness and populations struggling with addiction. Danny has been performing for over 20 years with guitar as his primary instrument. Danny is passionate about creating a strong bond with his clients through interpersonal connections and providing a fun, safe environment to reach their individualized goals. In his spare time, Danny enjoys traveling the world, trying new foods, learning new languages, and experiencing other cultures.
Rachel Martin Britland, MT-BC - music therapy - Delanco, New Jersey
Rachel is a Board-Certified Music Therapist who graduated from Rowan University. Rachel completed her internship with Penn Medicine Hospice in Philadelphia where she worked with hospice patients and bereavement support groups. Rachel has experience with autism, ADHD, developmental/intellectual disabilities, hospice, bereavement, and acute psychiatric care. She has worked with children, adolescents, and adults. Rachel loves using music to create authentic connections and assist clients with their goals. Rachel also holds degrees in voice/opera performance from Westminster Choir College and Wichita State University. She performed in operas and concerts in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware, and also performed in opera workshops in Italy. Rachel enjoys traveling, hiking, and spending time with family and friends.
Hayley Jang, MT-BC - Music Therapy - New York, NY
Hayley Jang is a Board-Certified Music Therapist who graduated from Berklee College of Music and is presently pursuing a Master's degree in Music Therapy at New York University. Originating from California's Bay Area, she has a lifelong history of piano, singing, and guitar playing. During her undergraduate studies, she completed her clinical internship at UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital and over the years has gained many experiences in diverse settings, including private mental health practice for both children and adults, psychiatric care for adults, community music therapy programs for individuals with developmental and physical disabilities, and the Nordoff-Robbins center. Currently, Hayley is interning at NYU's Nordoff-Robbins Center as a Level 1 certificate candidate. In her therapy sessions, she employs a humanistic, person-centered, and music-centered approach, placing a strong emphasis on building meaningful relationships with her clients. She has a deep passion for music and is so excited to share meaningful moments in music with you!
Kara Stralina, MT-BC – Music Therapy – Kalamazoo, MI
Kara Stralina is a Board-Certified Music Therapist with a Bachelor’s in Music Therapy from Western Michigan University and an Associate’s in Vocal Performance from Grand Rapids Community College. She completed her internship at Monroe County Intermediate School District in Monroe, MI under Angela Snell and Laurel Rosen-Weatherford. She has experience providing music therapy services both in person and virtually for students with special needs. She also has experience providing service to adults with developmental disabilities and seniors with dementia. She views music therapy as a means of coming alongside individuals as they grow and reach toward their highest quality of life.
Jess Johnson, MT-BC - Music Therapy - Pittsburgh, PA
Jess Johnson is a Board-Certified Music Therapist with a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Therapy, with a focus in piano, from Slippery Rock University. She completed her internship at Therapeutic Arts Group in Whitehall, Pennsylvania where she experienced working with various populations but primarily worked with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Jess strives to create a supportive and welcoming environment for her clients so that they can reach their goals and have fun while doing so. In her free time, she loves baking, playing with her animals, going to the gym, and discovering new music.
Christina Zhang - Music Therapy - Emmaus, PA
Christina is a Board Certified Music Therapist with a Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy at Temple University. She has been playing the trumpet for over 15 years and has participated in many wind ensembles, orchestras, and marching bands. She completed her internship with a certified Neurologic Music Therapist (NMT) at Paul's Run Retirement Community in Philadelphia, PA where she worked with older adults across all levels of care with Alzheimer's/dementia, in Hospice/bereavement, as well as physical and psychiatric care. Christina also has a background of working children with Cerebral Palsy, trauma-informed therapy, and Hospice care in Trenton, NJ. She approaches Music Therapy with a client-centered approach, striving to always meet people where they're at. Christina also enjoys cooking, spending time with her cat, and playing video games with friends.