The Music and Mental Health Research Clinic represents a groundbreaking initiative under the leadership of Dr. Gilles Comeau, director of the University of Ottawa Music and Health Research Institute (MHRI) and senior scientist at the University of Ottawa Institute for Mental Health Research (IMHR) at The Royal. This innovative clinic integrates personalized music-making and movement as therapeutic tools, demonstrating the transformative potential of music as a "social prescription" for mental health care.
In collaboration with the MHRI and The Royal, the clinic is advancing efforts to improve the lives of individuals and communities facing diverse mental health challenges. This documentary highlights the clinic's mission and impact, offering a compelling look at how music and movement are reshaping therapeutic practices and enriching mental health care.