Lilah Pittman, MA, LPMT, MT-BC
Clinical Director
Lilah holds a Master of Arts in Music Therapy degree from Texas Woman’s University. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in music performance from Cameron University, where she graduated magna cum laude. She is also a Soundbirthing Music Therapy Assisted Childbirth Specialist. Her primary instrument is percussion though she especially loves to play the piano and guitar. She is currently working towards becoming a Fellow of the Association for Music & Imagery by completing training in the Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music (GIM), and is an advanced trainee.
Her clinical experience includes working with: adolescents with behavioral disorders, adolescents and adults in psychiatric care, adults with substance abuse disorders, children with speech and language disorders, older adults in memory care units, individuals of all ages within a medical hospital setting, and individuals of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
She enjoys running, hiking, and cycling with her husband during her free time. Originally from Texas, Lilah is thrilled to be serving clients in Montgomery County and the surrounding area!
Mikaila Vieyra, LPMT, MT-BC
Internship Director, Clinical Supervisor
Mikaila (she/her/hers) is a licensed and board certified music therapist, and graduated cum laude from Shenandoah University in Winchester, Virginia. She has experience working with disabled/neurodivergent children and adults, older adults in memory care/medical settings, end of life care, as well as teaching music lessons. Mikaila views the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative one, and therefore approaches her work from an eclectic perspective so as to be flexible in how the sessions are shaped together with the clients/participants she shares space with. She approaches all spaces with a neurodiversity-affirming lens, encouraging and sharing in spaces of authenticity, support, and empowerment. Mikaila is committed to holding space for each individual’s unique personhood, and honoring how that influences how they experience the world. Understanding that each person is the expert of their own lived experience, she is very passionate about learning from those she works with how to most appropriately connect in order to collectively create a safe therapeutic space of learning, exploring, and growth. She looks forward to exploring and jamming alongside you! Outside of her clinical work, Mikaila loves hiking (or anything in nature!), exploring new places, painting, or enjoying good coffee (all the coffee!) with good people.
Maya Johnson, MMT, LPMT, MT-BC
Maya Johnson is a licensed and board certified music therapist. She has worked as a music therapist in hospice care, memory care, and with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Maya also has experience in providing music lessons. She received her Bachelors of Music with a concentration in Music Therapy at Radford University. During her time at Radford University, she presented at a student conference on the importance of self-care and a regional conference on ethical thinking in music therapy education. She has also advocated for music therapy through many workshops. Maya has recently co-authored a chapter in the second edition of Music Therapy at the End of Life. Maya is currently a candidate at Slippery Rock University’s Master of Music Therapy program focusing on advanced music therapy training with a strong emphasis on culture, diversity, ethics, and social justice. Outside of music therapy, Maya enjoys travel, concerts, writing, and creating music with friends.
Kyle Vitiello, LPMT, MT-BC
Kyle Vitiello (He/Him) is Melody Music Therapy’s newest addition to the team. Kyle graduated magna cum laude from West Virginia University earning a degree in music therapy with minors in world music and jazz studies. Kyle has experience working as a music therapist and music educator with all kinds of people from ages 3 through 101. One of Kyle's biggest passions is collecting instruments from all around the world. If an instrument is going to be added to the collection, Kyle must know how to play it! Outside of music Kyle enjoys hiking, playing pickleball, drinking lots of coffee, and spending time with his wife.
Suzanne Linhart, MA
Suzanne Stuller holds a Master of Arts in Music Therapy from Shenandoah University. During her time in graduate school, Suzanne worked with kids with various disabilities, older adults in memory care settings, and patients in hospice. Suzanne focuses on having a holistic and humanistic approach with her clients, so they can feel confident in their decision making and comfortable being their authentic self through music playing. Along with her experience in music therapy, Suzanne also teaches guitar, piano, and voice to a variety of ages. Through these lessons, Suzanne focuses on the student's preference in music, building a trusting relationship with the client, and developing a learning style that suits that student as an individual. Outside of music, Suzanne likes cuddling with her dog Sadie, checking out new sushi restaurants, and baking cookies with her partner Dylan.
Amanda Rosado, MMT, LPMT, MT-BC
Amanda (she/they) is a licensed and board certified music therapist, with varied experiences and settings, supporting teens, adults, older adults, and community wellness. Amanda's therapeutic approach leans into music as a foundation for social-emotional wellbeing, collaboration, inclusion, and community. Amanda received her Bachelor's and Master's Degrees from Shenandoah University (2009 and 2018, respectively), as well as a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) certificate in 2021. They have also published a peer reviewed journal from Music Therapy Perspectives in 2019, Adolescents' Experiences of Music Therapy in an Inpatient Crisis Stabilization Unit, and co-authored a chapter in 2024 on psychosocial aspects of music therapy in neurology in the peer-reviewed text Music Therapy and Music-Based Interventions in Neurology. Outside of clinical work, you will likely find Amanda trying to learn fluency in Spanish (all practice welcome!), being in nature, admiring animals of all forms, and reading.
Riley Jennings, LPMT, MT-BC
Riley Jennings (she/her) is a licensed and board-certified music therapist with a Bachelor of Music Therapy from Loyola University New Orleans. Her clinical experience includes working with older adults, hospice patients, and children and adults with disabilities. Rooted in a humanistic approach, Riley strives to help clients discover the tools they have within to foster growth and achieve their goals. In addition to music therapy, she has a passion for teaching piano, guitar, and voice lessons. Riley honors each individual’s unique experiences and tailors lessons to best fit clients’ needs. Outside of music, you can find Riley starting a new craft project, reading, or spending time with her family.