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Allison Fox

Instructor of Practice


amfox@marywood.edu

School of Visual & Perf Arts

Courses taught:

Introduction to Music Therapy MTH-170A
Introduction to Music Therapy MTH-170B
Pre-Internship Clinical Experience MTH-271A
Pre-Internship Seminar MTH-271SB
Pre-Internship Seminar MTH-371SB
Pre-Internship Seminar MTH-471SB
Music in Therapy MTH-474
Influence of Music on Behavior MTH-475
Allison M. Fox is a Board Certified Music Therapist and accomplished educator bringing a rich blend of clinical experience and educational expertise to Marywood University. With a Bachelor of Arts in Music from the University of Delaware and a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling, Expressive Arts Therapies, and Music Therapy from Lesley University in Cambridge, MA, Allison's academic background provides a strong foundation for her multifaceted approach to music therapy education.

Before becoming a full-time educator in 2019, Allison spent nearly a decade working as a music therapist, therapeutic recreation director, and program administrator in various care facilities. These diverse experiences inform her teaching, which emphasizes critical thinking, hands-on learning, and community engagement. As an active drummer and percussionist, Allison has performed internationally, enriching her global perspective on music's power to connect and heal.

Allison's teaching philosophy centers on empowering students from all backgrounds to achieve their full potential, aligning closely with Marywood's mission. She is passionate about fostering innovative scholarship and preparing students to address real-world challenges through music therapy. In her role as Interim Director of Music Therapy, Allison is excited to guide students in integrating liberal arts traditions with professional skills, preparing them to become ethical, globally-minded practitioners.

Beyond the classroom, Allison remains active in the music therapy community, presenting at conferences and advocating for the profession. She is committed to Marywood's core values of respect, empowerment, service, and excellence, and looks forward to contributing to the university's legacy of academic rigor and community impact through the transformative power of music therapy.