Indian music therapy, free for those who need it
We bring authentic and effective music therapy to neurodivergent children, older adults and cancer patients, at no cost to them.
Since 2012, Svarakshema Foundation has worked with one ambition: to make India the music therapy destination of the world.
What we do
Music therapy for people facing different challenges
Neurodivergent children
Support for children with autism, intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, Down's syndrome and more.
Learn moreGeriatric care
Helping people with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and dementia cope with their situations.
Learn moreCancer care
Unique programmes that support pain management and a better quality of life.
Learn moreSpeech, sleep and stress
Music-based speech therapy, sleep quality improvement and stress relief.
Learn moreWhat we have witnessed
Change we have seen in the people we serve
Finding a voice
Non-verbal neurodivergent children beginning to talk.
Changes in behaviour
Serious behavioural challenges changing to socially acceptable conduct.
Living with pain
Cancer patients dealing better with pain and developing a healthier acceptance.
Reconnecting with family
People with Alzheimer's disease beginning to relate to their near and dear ones.
How we work
Four pillars guide everything we do
Archival and documentation of ancient practices and references to Indian music therapy
Performing research and validating the efficacy of therapy methods
Applying this knowledge to help address people's health concerns
Spreading awareness and developing right perspectives about the field
Our founders
Where music, medicine and yoga meet
Svarakshema was established in 2012 by Dr Sowmya Sanak Athreya, a classical Carnatic vocalist with a PhD in music therapy and a background in clinical drug trials, and Sanak Kumar Athreya, a software engineer turned yoga and music therapy researcher.
Every year
Akshiptika
Our annual event brings together success stories, case studies, lectures on music therapy and concerts by eminent artists.
Discover AkshiptikaWorking together
Our partners
We are privileged to work with leading institutions, including Dharithree Trust, Sri Shankara Cancer Foundation and Research Centre and Indian Music Experience.
Meet our partners
Help keep music therapy free of cost
We have brought Indian music therapy to more than 2000 neurodivergent children, and to older adults and cancer patients, at no charge to them. Your gift helps us reach more people.
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