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ANGEL AND HER MUSIC THERAPY Singer Angel tells us how she used music to rebuild her confidence
Music lifts me up
As World Mental Health Day approaches (10 October), we spoke to Brent resident Angel about how music therapy helped rebuild her confidence during a difficult time.
In 2021, Angel Mutesasira was admitted to the Northwick Park Mental Health Unit during a difficult period in her life.
“I found it difficult mixing with people on the ward, but music made me stronger,” she explained.
Working with professionals from
Central and North West London NHS
Foundation Trust, Angel tapped into something that inspired her and put her on the path to recovery.
“When I was struggling to talk, I was able to show my songs to therapists and it really helped. Singing and writing lyrics is a way of expressing myself and how I feel.” The work with the therapists inspired Angel to make her own music. “I phoned my mum and asked her to bring my equipment. I thought ‘let me just try to create something’ and I ended up writing and producing five songs.” In time, Angel got better, was able to leave the ward and went on to release her music online. She hopes others can be inspired by her music. “I want my music to bring joy and love to people because I know what it feels like being low.
Follow Angel on Instagram at @angelmutesasira
