Welcome.
Wellness That Resonates.
In music, a fermata is a symbol that means “to hold”—to pause intentionally and let the note linger.
We chose the name Fermata because that’s exactly what we offer:
a sacred pause in the chaos of life. A moment to hold what matters.
A chance to let your mind, body, and spirit catch up—and heal.
At Fermata Wellness Co., we believe in holding space for people to pause, process, and reconnect—with themselves and each other.
We use the power of music therapy to create safe, emotionally restorative spaces that reduce stress, prevent burnout, and strengthen mental resilience.
Whether we’re working with corporate teams or creative communities, our mission is simple:
to make evidence-based wellness experiences accessible to all.
What is Music Therapy?
Three words that explain why music works—no matter who you are, where you’re from, or what you’re going through.
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Music therapy is rooted in neuroscience and clinical research.
This isn’t just feel-good fluff—it’s an evidence-based practice backed by decades of research. Music has a direct effect on the brain and nervous system, helping to regulate emotional states, improve mood, and reduce stress.
When facilitated by a board-certified music therapist, it becomes a powerful tool to help individuals and teams:
• Process complex emotions
• Build resilience
• Reduce anxiety and burnout
• Develop stronger mind-body awareness
That’s why we use it in workplaces, wellness programs, and group settings where emotional health truly matters.
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Music is the one language we all speak.
It transcends culture, upbringing, gender, and identity. No matter your background, music has played a role in your life. This shared connection makes it one of the most powerful tools for creating safe, inclusive spaces.
Whether in a corporate team-building session or a community therapy group, music levels the playing field.
It reminds us:
We’re all human—and we’re not alone.
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It’s not just expressive. It’s healing.
When applied intentionally by a trained therapist, music becomes a gateway to inner work. It gives people access to feelings that words can’t always reach, helping them reflect, release, and reconnect.
It helps people feel seen.
It opens space for emotional processing in a way that’s non-threatening and intuitive.
It creates real, lasting impact—not only during the session but long after the final note fades.
Meet Daphne M. Clark, MT-BC
Founder, Music Therapist, Resilience Coach
Daphne is a board-certified music therapist, resilience coach, and recording artist based in Nashville, TN. She founded Fermata Wellness Co. to bridge the gap between corporate privilege and community care—making music-based wellness accessible to both high-performing teams and under-resourced creatives.
With over a decade of experience across mental health, performance, and corporate environments, Daphne brings a uniquely blended approach to her work. She’s led powerful sessions for companies like Lyft, designed wellness retreats for leaders, and is creating space for Nashville’s musicians to safely explore their mental health without shame.
Daphne believes deeply in the power of music to unlock healing, spark self-awareness, and build real human connection. Through Fermata, she’s reimagining what modern wellness can sound and feel like.
Daphne lives in Nashville and in her free time loves spending time with her family in Florida, sharing original songs at writer’s rounds, attending live performances, and exploring new corners of the world—she’s been to all seven continents!
“We all start from different places in life—but music puts us on the same level. That’s where the healing begins.”
— Daphne, Founder of Fermata Wellness Co.
Work with Daphne
Contact us today to empower your team with music therapy—or let us know if you’re interested in sponsoring therapy for the Nashville creative community.