Meet Our Music Therapists
Jennifer Puckett, LPMT, MT-BC
Owner Therabeat, Inc.
Co-owner In Harmony Pediatric Therapy
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), 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, and currently serves on the Cherokee Chamber Board of Directors.
Alison Williams, LPMT, MT-BC, Music Therapist
Music Therapy Team Lead, 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 seven 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.
Chelsea Kinsler, LPMT, MT-BC, Music Therapist
Clinical Director of Therabeat, Inc.
Chelsea Kinsler completed her Music Therapy degree at The University of Georgia. She then completed her Music Therapy internship with the Fulton County School System, working with special needs children aging from preschool to high school during the 2011-2012 school year. She is a nationally board certified Music Therapist as well as a state licensed Music Therapist. She loves coming to work everyday and working with amazing families! She resides in Marietta with her awesome husband Chris and their two children, Rhett & Raelynn.
amanda brennen , LPMT, MT-BC
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 Music Therapy License.
macie skinner, LPMT, MT-BC
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 Music Therapy License.
Beatriz leal, LPMT, MT-BC
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 Music Therapy License.
hanlee mccart, LPMT, MT-BC
Hanlee received her Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy from Georgia College & State University after completing her 6-month internship with Therabeat 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 Music Therapy License.
Lila finke, lpmt, MT-BC
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 said “I loved my internship with Therabeat, and feel so blessed to continue working with the amazing therapists and clients here!” Lila’s credentials include: National Board Certification in Music Therapy & Georgia Music Therapy License.