As a founder of Beyond Words, Erin is passionate about bringing music and dance to children of any ability.  She specializes in behavior management, sensory integration and positive reinforcement techniques.  Erin obtained her Bachelors of Music Therapy (BMT) at Eastern Michigan University with a major in Dance Performance.  Erin holds the music therapy license (License number MUS.24000137) and the credential MT-BC (Certification #08647). Prior to Beyond Words, she was a music therapist at The Music Settlement, then found her niche for neurodiverse children and behavior management at Steps Academy (formerly STEPS Center for Autism).  Currently, Miss Erin sees students at our studio in North Royalton and travels offsite to conduct group music therapy at Fairview Park School District.  

Click HERE to email Erin or call at 440-230-6100, extension 700.

Brittany completed her Bachelor's of Music in Music Therapy at Ohio University.  During her education and practicum classes, she worked with a variety of populations and ages.  She completed her internship at Bridgeway Academy and Therapy Center in Columbus.  Brittany holds the music therapy license (License number MUS.24000179) and the credential MT-BC (Certification #18781).   Currently, Miss Brittany sees students at our studios in North Royalton and Warrensville Heights, as well as travels offsite to conduct group music therapy at North Ridgeville School District, Albert Einstein Academy, Highland Middle School and Hobbits Preschool.

Click HERE to email Brittany or call at 440-230-6100, extension 704.

Olivia will be completing her Bachelor's of Music in Music Therapy at Ohio University.  She is currently completing her internship at Bridgeway Academy and Therapy Center in Columbus, with a projection of ending in May 2025 and then sitting for her Board Exam.  Miss Olivia will begin to see students at our studios in North Royalton and Warrensville Heights, as well as travel offsite to conduct group music therapy at schools.

Click HERE to email Olivia or call at 440-230-6100, extension 703.

Melaina began her ballet training at the age of 4 with the School of Cleveland San Jose Ballet and also studied modern and contemporary dance.  At the age of 16, she joined Dancing Wheels, as the youngest Trainee in their history. She quickly rose through the ranks to become their Principle Dancer and later served as an Instructor and School Administrator for the School of Dancing Wheels, where she conducted weekly dance classes, workshops, master classes and summer camps nationally for students with and without disabilities.   Currently, Miss Melaina sees students at our studio in North Royalton and leads dance classes at Boundless in Medina.

Click HERE to email Melaina or call at 440-230-6100, extension 708.

At the age of 4, Maddie began her dance training at North Royalton Dance Academy.  For the last seven years at NRDA, she was a peer model in our Adapted Dance Program.  Currently, Miss Maddie is studying at Cleveland State University and majoring in Communication Sciences and Disorders.  She teaches weekly classes and summer camps at our studio in North Royalton.

Contact Maddie at 440-230-6100, extension 702.