Danielle Rathey, Founder

At Sound Signals Wellness, I blend music and psychology to enhance emotional wellness through targeted, personalized techniques. I help people access emotional regulation, presence, and personal growth through both experiential sound and research-informed strategies.

I am a lifelong learner, passionate educator, and late-blooming cellist. A former ballet dancer, wife, mother, and dog mama with a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology, my journey has been anything but linear. After a long-haul battle with COVID, I discovered unexpected healing and expression through the cello, which deepened my understanding of music cognition and its application to personal wellness. These experiences strengthened my belief that growth and transformation are always possible. I am driven by the conviction that anyone can thrive with the right support, and I bring this philosophy into every space I enter.

I have taught courses at NYU Steinhardt on Mental Health & Wellness, including units on the intentional use of music in counseling. I also taught Sacred Music, Unity & Diversity at Yale University, exploring how people approach spiritual and musical traditions around the world. Today, I combine this expertise with my cello performances, sound-based meditations, and therapeutic strategies to help adults cultivate regulation, self-awareness, connection, and meaning in their lives.

My Unique Approach

As an Educational Psychologist, dancer, and cellist, I integrate therapeutic music with psychological principles to foster holistic wellness in Connecticut and beyond. I partner with yoga and meditation experts as well as other musicians to curate an experience for your needs