We’re looking forward to introducing you to Kenzi Taylor. Check out our conversation below.
Kenzi, a huge thanks to you for investing the time to share your wisdom with those who are seeking it. We think it’s so important for us to share stories with our neighbors, friends and community because knowledge multiples when we share with each other. Let’s jump in: What is a normal day like for you right now?
A “normal” day at Perfect Harmony Health is a blend of creativity, clinical work, and connection. Most days, I see five to six clients across individual and some group music therapy sessions, using music as a therapeutic tool to support communication, movement, emotional expression, and overall quality of life. Between sessions, I’m reviewing and updating individualized treatment plans, collecting and analyzing data, and completing clinical documentation to ensure each client’s care is thoughtful, intentional, and goal-driven. There’s also time spent collaborating with families and team members, problem-solving, and planning what’s next, whether that’s refining an intervention, preparing materials, or dreaming up new ways to better serve our community through the nonprofit. It’s busy, meaningful, and no two days ever look exactly the same.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m a music therapist and the Outreach Director at Perfect Harmony Health, a nonprofit practice based in Roswell, Georgia that uses music therapy to support individuals of all abilities across the lifespan. Our work blends evidence-based neurologic music therapy with joyful, community-centered programs, serving children, teens, adults, and seniors with developmental disabilities and neurologic conditions. What makes Perfect Harmony Health special is our neurologically informed music therapy practices. We are one of the only practices in Georgia with this framework!
Beyond individual therapy, we’re building inclusive programs like adaptive theater, choirs, and social music groups that create belonging not just for our clients, but for their families as well. At the heart of it all is a simple mission: using the healing power of music to create access to life.
Amazing, so let’s take a moment to go back in time. What’s a moment that really shaped how you see the world?
One of the moments that most shaped how I see the world was realizing just how much access and opportunity can change a person’s life. Early in my work, I saw individuals who had been underestimated or overlooked completely transform when they were given the right support, patience, and a space where they were truly seen. Watching someone find their voice through music, sometimes literally, sometimes emotionally, shifted my perspective forever. It taught me that ability looks different for everyone, that progress isn’t linear, and that joy and growth can exist side by side with challenge. That experience continues to guide how I lead, how I serve, and how I show up for my clients, their families, and my community.
Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
There have definitely been moments that felt heavy or challenging, but they never made me want to give up, they reinforced why patience and perseverance matter so much in this work. I’ve learned that when something isn’t working, it’s rarely a sign that a person can’t do it; it’s a sign that we need to adapt. Some of the most meaningful breakthroughs have come after moments of frustration, when slowing down, shifting the approach, or meeting someone exactly where they are opened the door to success. That mindset, never giving up on our clients and trusting the process, has shaped everything we do at Perfect Harmony Health. Progress doesn’t always look the way we expect, but with flexibility, creativity, and belief in each person, incredible things can happen.
I think our readers would appreciate hearing more about your values and what you think matters in life and career, etc. So our next question is along those lines. What’s a belief or project you’re committed to, no matter how long it takes?
I am deeply committed to presuming competence: believing in a person’s abilities and potential before they ever have to prove it. No matter how long it takes, I will always advocate for environments where individuals with disabilities are given the time, tools, and respect they deserve to learn, communicate, and grow in their own way. This belief shows up in every project we take on, from individualized therapy goals to inclusive community programs, because when people are met with trust instead of limits, they rise in ways that can be truly life-changing. For me, presuming competence isn’t just a philosophy, it’s a promise.
Okay, so before we go, let’s tackle one more area. What false labels are you still carrying?
One false label I’m still pushing against is the idea that we’re “just” people who play music, music teachers, or performers who happen to work with individuals with disabilities. In reality, we are board-certified therapists: highly trained clinicians who use music as an evidence-based tool to assess, treat, and support complex goals related to communication, movement, cognition, and emotional well-being. Music is the medium, but therapy is the purpose. Challenging that misconception matters, because it honors the depth of our clients’ needs, the professionalism of our work, and the real, measurable impact music therapy can have on people’s lives.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.perfectharmonyhealth.com
- Instagram: @perfectharmonyhealth
- Linkedin: @perfectharmonyhealth
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perfectharmonyhealth
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/perfectharmonyhealth
- Other: Advocacy Instagram: @MelodiesforAbilities
