Our Staff Meet the CATPB Team
Catherine Nielsen, MT-BC
Founder and Music Therapist
Catherine is a board-certified music therapist and has clinical experience in music therapy with clients of all ages. With a Bachelor of Arts in Music Therapy from Charleston Southern University, in South Carolina, Catherine is proficient in piano, guitar, violin, and voice. Catherine completed her internship training at the largest hospice music therapy program in the nation, Hospice of Palm Beach County. In addition to music therapy, Catherine has a background in early childhood education.
Bree Gordon, MT-BC
Music Therapist, Director of Creative Arts Therapies, & Managing Partner
Bree earned her Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy with a concentration in voice from Nazareth College in Rochester, NY. After completing a 6-month internship at Hospice of Palm Beach County, Bree earned her board-certification. She also received training and certification from the Academy of Neurologic Music Therapy at Colorado State University. Clinically, Bree specializes in working with seniors with Neurodegenerative Disorders and trauma survivors of all ages. Bree is an accomplished public speaker on topics of music therapy, intergenerational connection, trauma-informed care and business coaching.
Ali Sailer, MT-BC, CAP
Music Therapist and Business Development Lead
Ali is a Certified Addiction Professional and board-certified music therapist who received her B.M. in music therapy from Temple University. She lives in West Palm Beach with Herman the rabbit and Francis the cat.
Annie Sandigo, MT-BC
Music Therapist and Administrative Assistant
Annie is a board-certified music therapist having earned her Bachelors degree in Music Therapy and a double major in Clarinet Performance from the University of Miami, Frost School of Music. Annie completed her internship at Trustbridge Hospice in West Palm Beach, FL. Annie now works primarily with older adults with Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia. Annie is a South Florida native, and currently resides in the West Palm Beach area with her husband, their 2 cats, and baby boy on the way!
Linda Maniscalco, ATR-BC, LCAT, UZIT
Art Therapist & Urban Zen Integrative Therapist
Linda is a Licensed, Board Certified Art Therapist and a Certified Urban Zen Integrative Therapist. Linda has worked as a private practitioner, and in various facilities that address mental illness, brain injury, addiction, senior care and physical rehabilitation. Linda attained degrees in Photography, Studio Art, Art History, and a Masters in Art Therapy after raising her four, now adult, children.
Meghan Hanley, MT-BC
Music Therapist
Meghan attained her bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy from the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, where her primary instrument was the piano. In addition to her primary instrument, Meghan is also proficient in the viola and the organ. Meghan completed her 6-month accredited internship at Key Changes Therapy Services in South Carolina and began working with CATPB shortly afterwards.
Liz Lung, MT-BC
Music Therapist
Liz is a board-certified music therapist, earning her degree of Music Therapy from the University of Evansville, where she was also a member of the Chi Omega Fraternity. She completed her internship with Treasure Coast Hospice working with the Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Care Program. Liz is also a 200hr certified Yoga Teacher, completing her training from Kula Yoga Shala. Liz enjoys yoga, going to Disney World, and exploring local coffee shops.