Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if I need emotion regulation therapy for anxiety or stress?

Emotion regulation therapy is for anyone looking to improve their mental health. This could include decreasing negative symptoms or promoting positive ones. If you're looking to dissolve uncomfortable feelings, change harmful behaviors, build naturally comfortable responses, and gain knowledge to respond to emotional challenges, Regulation Beats® may be the answer for you.

What happens during my first therapy session?

We meet in the home or community to explore your interest in the intervention. This includes:

1. natural conversation to learn about your background and goals
2. creation of a beat/song
3. education on tools and strategies to start using right away

This session is designed to allow you to "test the waters" in a low pressure environment. We understand your mental health journey can be complex and we are here to fit in as you need.

Do I need any equipment or materials?

No, we will provide everything, all you need is yourself!

Do I need to have any musical skill to participate?

No, we are able to modify any music making aspect of the program to allow anyone to participate.

Can therapy help with anxiety, burnout, and emotional regulation?

Absolutely! We use music production as a metaphor to easily understand how emotions work and how to manage them. We target skills such as:

Emotion identification
Regulation strategy utilization
Communication
Self-awareness
Emotion conceptualization

You will develop these in a way that promotes real, tangible impact in your life and independence of your mental healthcare.

Do you offer therapy for people in Charlotte, NC?

Yes! Regulation Beats® provides in-home and community based sessions in/near the Charlotte, North Carolina area.

How do I choose the right therapist in Charlotte?

Look into your options, try out a session, and trust your instincts. Finding a good therapist and therapeutic approach is just like any other relationship, it has to make sense for YOU.

What is Regulation Beats®?

Regulation Beats® is an innovative therapy program that uses music production to enhance emotional regulation. Developed by Noah Perales, it integrates music production with therapeutic practices to help individuals cope with their emotions.

Who can participate?

Our services are suitable for individuals of all ages, musical skill levels, neurotypes, and cognitive/social/behavioral abilities. The program is tailored to meet your needs. We believe that everyone has the potential to benefit from this treatment!

What happens in a session?

In each 60-minute session, clients work with a therapist on a music production activity paired with an emotion and mindfulness-based worksheet. Using a MIDI controller and laptop, participants engage in collaborative music creation while exploring and practicing emotion regulation in an interactive, supportive setting.

How much does it cost?

Initial sessions are priced at $75 per hour, while subsequent sessions are $100 per hour. We strive to maintain transparency in our pricing structure. Financial assistance options are available for those who qualify.

How to get started?

To begin your journey with Regulation Beats®, simply reach out to us via our "book session" link, email, or phone. Noah will quickly follow up with you to get more information and answer any questions, before starting treatment.

Still have questions?