Lee-Anne Dowsett

Lee-Anne Dowsett is an Associate Professor of Music Therapy at Canadian Mennonite University, with additional roles as Affiliate Faculty of Experiential Learning and Clinical Counsellor (CCC). She holds certifications in trauma-informed modalities including Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) and Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP), and specializes in attachment-focused work with children, adolescents, and families.

• Education: MEd (University of Manitoba, 2016), BMT (Capilano University, 2005), BMus (Brandon University, 2002)

Her research focuses on attachment dynamics, trauma recovery, and Guided Imagery in Music (GIM), with recent work addressing trauma-informed training for Ukrainian professionals and technology integration in therapy. She has delivered presentations at national conferences since 2013, emphasizing clinical innovation and therapeutic attunement.

• Scientific Awards: Fellow of the Association of Music and Imagery (FAMI)

Lee-Anne teaches Music Therapy Methods, Clinical Musicianship, and Practicum courses, bridging psychological theory with music-based interventions. Her clinical practice combines music therapy with counseling frameworks for developmental disabilities (including FASD) and trauma.