Tom Goicoechea

Board Certified Music Therapist

Tom has lead a life of music from his upbringing in Elko, NV, to his education and career as a professional drummer in New Orleans and Portland, OR to his career as a music therapist here in Jackson. Tom completed his music therapy internship in the summer of 2020 at Primary Children’s Hospital in Salt Lake City, UT, and has lived and worked as a music therapist in Teton County since September, 2020. Having earned three degrees in music over the years, Tom plays the drumset, percussion, piano, guitar, and other various instruments. He has extensive history in performance, touring, and teaching, from individual drum and piano lessons to college level survey courses.

Tom is passionate about teaching and performing music, especially the healing and well-being that music therapy can promote in communities, families, and individuals. He is excited about working with various populations throughout Teton County and the mountain west.