Jennifer Puckett, LPMT, MT-BC

Owner of Therabeat, Inc. / Co-owner of In Harmony Pediatric Therapy / Music Therapist

Jennifer completed her music therapy degree at the University of Georgia. She remained in the Atlanta area for her music therapy internship with the Fulton County School System, working with children with special needs. Jennifer resides in Cherokee County with her husband Brian, and their three children Carlynn, Brinlee, and Walker. Her credentials include: Member of the Music Therapy Association of Georgia, American Music Therapy Association, National Board Certification in Music Therapy, Georgia Music Therapy License, Music Therapy Internship Director 2011-Present, Neurological Music Therapy Certified, Early Intervention Specialist, Therapeutic Listening Program Certified, Infant Massage Trained, Kindermusik Educator, Reimbursement Chair of the SER-AMTA (Southeastern Region-American Music Therapy Association) 2009-2023, Serves on the AMTA-MTBO-(American Music Therapy Association Music Therapy Business Owners Task Force), Appointed to the Music Therapy Licensure Advisory Committee by the Georgia Secretary of State 2014-present, Active Member of the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce, Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce Leadership Class of 2017-2018, Enjoy! Cherokee Top “10 in 10 Young Professionals” 2018, Georgia Trend 2018 "Top 40 Under 40", Cherokee Chamber of Commerce Chamber Council 2019-2020, Member of the Canton Rotary Club 2020-present serving as Membership Co-Chair, Cherokee Chamber Executive Committee Vice-Chair of Member Services 2023-2024, CASA Court Appointed Child Advocate 2024-present, Cherokee High School Council 2023-2025, and is a trustee on the Chattahoochee Tech Foundation Board of Trustees.

Jennifer’s credentials include:

• National Board Certification in Music Therapy

• Georgia State Licensed Music Therapist

Alison Williams, LPMT, MT-BC

Music Therapy Team Lead / Music Therapist / Internship Supervisor

Alison Williams hails from the Mississippi Delta where she received her Bachelor of Music Education degree from Mississippi Valley State University in Itta Bena, MS. She also received her Masters of Music Education with concentration in Music Therapy from the University of Georgia in December of 2010. Alison first came to us as an intern and has been an official member of our staff as a music therapist for almost five years. She is a licensed music educator who loves working with children. Alison is a gifted singer who believes that her mission in life is to share the gift of music with others.

Alison’s credential's include:

• National Board Certification in Music Therapy

• Georgia State Licensed Music Therapist

• Early Intervention Specialist

Chelsea Kinsler, LPMT, MT-BC

Clinical Director / Music Therapist / Internship Supervisor

Chelsea received her Bachelor's Degree in Music Therapy with a focus in voice from The University of Georgia. She completed her internship with Fulton County Schools. Chelsea joined Team Therabeat in 2012 and handles our new referrals in her position as our Clinical Director. Chelsea resides in Marietta with her husband, Chris, and her son, Rhett.

Chelsea's credentials include:

• National Board Certification in Music Therapy

• Georgia State Licensed Music Therapist

• Early Intervention Specialist.

Macie Skinner, LPMT, MT-BC

Music Therapist / Internship Supervisor

Macie received her Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy from Florida State University after completing her 6-month internship with Therabeat in June of 2021! At FSU, she also received her Music in Special Education certification with an emphasis in hearing impairments and American Sign Language! Her primary instrument is voice, and she has pursued extensive study in guitar and piano as well. When she’s not at the clinic, Macie enjoys teaching dance, getting coffee with friends, and playing with her dog, Bailey! Macie has lived in Alpharetta, Georgia her whole life and is so thankful to get to continue to be a part of team Therabeat!

Macie’s credentials include:

• National Board Certification in Music Therapy

• Georgia State Licensed Music Therapist

Amanda Marsicek, LPMT, MT-BC

Music Therapist

Amanda was born and raised in Roswell, Georgia. She graduated from Georgia College with her Bachelors in Music Therapy. She completed her internship at Therabeat in December 2020! Her primary instruments are voice and piano, but she also loves playing the guitar, ukulele, and learning fun new instruments like the keytar. When off the clock, Amanda loves to spend time with her family and friends. She also loves listening to live music! She is so thankful to be part of such an amazing team!

Amanda’s credentials include:

• National Board Certification in Music Therapy

• Georgia State Licensed Music Therapist

Beatriz Leal, LPMT, MT-BC

Music Therapist

Beatriz was born and raised in San Antonio, TX, where she earned her Bachelor’s of Music in Music Therapy at the University of the Incarnate Word. Beatriz has been studying music for over 12 years and loves sharing her passion with others. While her primary instrument is piano, she also loves to sing, play guitar, and ukulele! Beatriz completed her internship at Therabeat, Inc. in June of 2024 and went on to join the team in September of the same year. She is so excited to pursue her passion of music and helping others reach their goals at Therabeat! In her free time, Beatriz loves to bake, try new coffee spots, and hang out with her dog, Winston!

Beatriz’s credentials include:

• National Board Certification in Music Therapy

• Georgia State Licensed Music Therapist

Hanlee McCart, LPMT, MT-BC

Communications Director / Music Therapist / Internship Supervisor

Hanlee received her Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy from Georgia College & State University after completing her 6-month internship with Therabeat, Inc. in December of 2021! Her primary instrument is cello, and is very skilled in piano as well. She also enjoys singing, guitar, ukulele, and several other musical instruments! She is very passionate about connecting with all people with diverse needs and backgrounds. Hanlee lives in Atlanta with dear friends. When she’s not leading music therapy sessions, she loves to be outdoors in the sun, attempting new artsy crafts, dancing, hanging with friends, and spending lots of family time.

Hanlee’s credentials include:

• National Board Certification in Music Therapy

• Georgia State Licensed Music Therapist

Lila Finke, LPMT, MT-BC

Program Director / Music Therapist

Lila is from Roswell, Georgia. She received her Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy from Georgia College & State University after completing her 6-month internship with Therabeat, Inc. in December of 2023. Lila chose to work in the field of music therapy because it is a combination of her interests of music, psychology, and working with others. Lila’s primary instrument is voice. She has been in lessons since she was 11 years old, and has been performing since she was 5 years old. For fun, she enjoys being in nature, exercising, doing arts and crafts, being with family and friends, and drinking coffee.

Lila’s credentials include:

• National Board Certification in Music Therapy

• Georgia State Licensed Music Therapist

Beth Boyette

Billing Manager

Beth is a big Disney lover. She lives in Ball Ground, Georgia with her husband, Randy. She is a mother of two and a grandmother of five. Beth loves spending her free time with her kids and grandkids. Her family spends most of the week at the baseball field, watching her grandchildren play ball.

Cindy Comstock

Receptionist

Cindy has been a Georgia girl since she was 9 years old. She has had a variety of careers including court reporter, kindergarten teacher, and worked in the retail field as a visual specialist. Cindy enjoys running, hiking, biking, camping and anything outdoors with her husband. She has three grown children and one granddaughter.

Asila Folds

Music Therapy Intern

Asila is music therapy equivalency student at the University of Georgia, who is also working towards certification in disability studies. She is originally from New York City, and received a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from Ithaca College. Asila’s interest in music therapy began after researching its effect on dementia in support of her grandmother, sparking her passion for the field. In her spare time, Asila enjoys hiking with her pup, songwriting, crafting, and reading. She is excited to begin her internship at Therabeat, Inc. and to continue growing as a music therapist!

Rebecca Smith

Music Therapy Intern

Rebecca is a second-year music therapy equivalency/masters student at the University of Georgia. She graduated from Kennesaw State University in 2023 with a BA in Music, with voice as her primary instrument. Rebecca loves to spend her time reading, crocheting, and baking. She first learned of music therapy when she was in high school and has been passionate about it ever since! Rebecca is so excited to be interning with Therabeat, Inc. for the next six months!