Sound Healing

Sound healing is an ancient practice that has seen a
resurgence in recognition for its benefits to humans in the last two centuries.

My journey with sound healing therapy began in 2015.
Having practiced as a social worker for 23 years I realised that the needs of my clients were evolving. This prompted me to explore alternative therapies as additional tools to support them.

For two years I’ve explored various alternative  therapies as a client myself and in 2017 I embarked on studying the
therapies that resonated with me. Although sound was
touched upon in other modalities, I felt drawn to it specifically
and eventually went to Spain to train as a Sound Healer
Therapist. Drawing upon my self-awareness, the teachings
of my mentors and my experiences practising sound healing, I offer the following perspectives:

Across cultures and religions, from Tibetan singing bowls to Christian hymns and Indegenous drumming – sound has been used for centuries to heal, connect and uplift
the spirit.

Our first encounter with rhythm occured before birth as we listened to the rhythmic heartbeat within our mother’s
womb. Then after taking our first breath, our second
response was to cry – our first sound.

We all have been exposed to sound healing, whether
formally or informally. Consider the effects a certain song has on your emotions, how music can motivate us or how it can help us heal or relive memories. Even the sound of
nature is an experience of sound’s impact.

Sound healing offers physical and powerful emotional
benefits. It can ease anxiety, release tension and pain and uproot deep-seated emotions.  While sound healing
masters can provide information regarding more phy-
sical benefits, my practice with clients focuses on and
experiences the profound emotional benefits impact of sound healing. Feedback from clients indicates that they feel calmer, more balanced and more connected to
themselves after a session.

So, what to expect from a sound healing session? Typically
a session lasts between one and one-and-a-half hours. These sessions can take place in a group setting,
often referred to as a “sound bath”, where the participants are immersed in a wash of resonant frequencies. Alternatively,
individual sessions offer a more personalised experience,
allowing the therapist to focus specifically on your unique emotional landscape and needs. During a
session, the therapist may utilise a diverse range of
musical instruments, each with its own sonic characteristics and vibrational impact. Some practitioners may choose to work solely with the power of their voice, using toning or chanting to create therapeutic sounds. Others, like gong
masters, may specialise in a particular instrument harnessing
its specific resonance for deep healing. The environment is usually designed to be calming and comfortable, often
involving lying down or sitting in a relaxed posture to fully
receive the sonic vibrations. The focus is on passive listening, allowing the sounds to wash over and through you, facilitating
a state of deep relaxation and inner exploration.

And so the ancient wisdom of sound continues to echo,
inviting us to listen more deeply.