sound meditation
If we accept that sound is vibration and we know that vibration touches every part of our physical being, then we understand that sound is heard not only through our ears but through every cell in our bodies
~ Dr Mitchell Gaynor
Sound baths give you an opportunity to find stillness, experience deep meditative states, moments of reflection and insight and most of all it gives the gift of deep relaxation.
Sound meditation is a practise, the more you experience it the greater the rewards. Sound as therapy can offer ‘sound bathers’: (oh there’s no water involved! You are bathed in sound - no nudity or swim suits required!)
Increased feelings of relaxation
Supports the nervous system
Increases energy levels
Calms the mind
Improves sleep
Improves mood and overall feelings of happiness
Reduced feelings of pain
Reduced feelings of stress
Helps with burn out and adrenal fatigue
Brings peace and balance to mind and body
Enhances creativity
Improves concentration
Therapeutic sound is not the same as music - music has structure and predictable patterns - our super clever brains LOVE following and predicting patterns so it remains active, searching for something to follow. The sounds made during a sound bath are unstructured and unpredictable. I also choose instruments that you won’t likely have a relationship with - ie piano, guitar etc…. The instruments played during a sound bath are harmonious and soothing to help your brainwaves slow and deepen bringing you into a deeper state of relaxation.
The instruments I use:
I have a variety of instruments to call on during our sound baths, I won’t use them all each time, rather I feel into the energy of the group, the lunar cycle and the intention for our session together. My instruments include: Crystal singing bowls of various sizes, metal singing bowls, koshi chimes, flow chime, a gorgeous Grotta Sonora gong, shruti box, crystal pyramid, native American flute, ocean drum, shamanic drums, rain stick……
I am not a sound healer
Or any kind of healer for that matter, yes, sound has healing properties and people often find different levels of healing BUT I would rather use the term sound therapist or sacred space holder. Anyone can come along to a session, regardless of your personal situation, and if you find yourself healed, that’s amazing! We live crazy busy lives, productivity is rewarded and very little value is placed on rest, relaxation and revitalisation. This is why we have high levels of stress, dis-ease, burn out, depression etc. Regularly attending a sound bath, practising stillness and deep listening, supporting your nervous and immune system are all ways to support your mind, body and overall wellness.
Offerings:
I run regular group sound baths from my Studio in Glass House Mountains - see the Events page for coming dates. You can book online - below.
I’m available for private 1:1 or small group sessions and events.
In Studio:
Weekdays: book online below. Weekend appointments available - please get in touch to arrange.
1:1 Sound bath sessions: 90min $90
1:2 Sound bath sessions: 90min $140 (perfect for couples, friends, mother+ child etc)
1:1 Sacred Drum + Sound Sessions: 90mins $90 (read more)
On Location:
Private sound bath event bookings range from $250 - $300+ depending on your event/needs. I’d love to discuss your plans.
