Frequently Asked Questions

Individual Sound Therapy

During your individual sound therapy session, you may choose to work on a physical ailment or condition. This may include stress, anxiety, depression, panic attacks, all stages of Cancer, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, MS, and Parkinson’s. 

  • Sound therapy is classified as a low-risk holistic treatment. As a certified Therapeutic Sound Practitioner, I follow certain guidelines as a precaution and as general good practice.

    Sound therapy is not recommended for women who are knowingly in the first trimester of pregnancy, individuals who have severe mental health conditions such as paranoid schizophrenia and severe personality disorder, and individuals with sound induced epilepsy.

    Other precautions are taken, and sound healing instruments are not used directly on:

    · Open wounds

    · Acute inflammation and tumors

    · Directly on or above a heart pacemaker, defibrillator, stent, shunt, metallic implant, or other implanted device (a distance of 8 inches is recommended from the implanted device)

    · Post-surgery before the sutures have been removed

    · Any deep vein thrombosis in the leg or known thrombi

  • Please wear comfortable clothes. You will remain clothed during the session and offered a blanket for additional comfort. If sound healing instruments are placed on your body during the session, the vibration will be felt. You will be asked to remove all metal jewelry and Smart Watch devices during your session, please consider leaving them at home. I will provide a container for your valuables if needed.

  • It is recommended to have at least 4 sessions, ideally 1 session per week for the first month. However, individuals may come more frequently or less frequently based on their personal needs.

  • Normally I recommend starting with a Group Sound Bath for individuals seeking general stress reduction and relaxation. This is a good introduction to the therapeutic modality of sound. The sound healing instruments are played gently to lull you into a deep, restorative, relaxation. It also gives us an opportunity to meet and chat to see if you would like to work with me.

Group Sound Bath (Private and Community) FAQ

  • It is called a sound bath because attendees often feel as though they are being bathed or washed in sound waves. These waves are produced by various sources, including healing instruments such as gongs, singing bowls, percussion, chimes, rattles, tuning forks, and even the human voice itself.

  • Please dress comfortably. I recommend wearing comfortable clothes, and dressing in layers in case you get cold or hot. If you wear a Smart Watch, I recommend taking it off or turning off notifications so you can fully relax for the duration of the sound bath.

  • You will have the option of lying down or seated during the sound bath. Please bring anything to add in your comfort such as a mat, bolster, pillow, blanket, eye mask, meditation chair, water bottle. Community mats, bolsters, blankets, eye masks are available at no charge for use during the sound bath.

  • My sound baths are played within safe volume levels, and I periodically measure my volume levels to ensure this. During the sound baths, I will walk around and play sound healing instruments over the attendees at a safe recommended distance of more than 8 inches.

    It can also appear at times during the sound bath that sounds are farther off in a distance and closer in proximity especially while I walk around with my sound healing instruments.

  • I adhere to the ISTA (International Sound Therapy Association) and SAH (Sound Healing Academy) recommended guidelines which state that women who are knowingly in their first trimester of pregnancy should consult with their physician prior to attending a sound bath.

  • The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health advises that pregnant women avoid routine exposure to noise louder than 115 decibels. My group sound baths are well below this level and are within a safe volume measure (measured regularly). However, I recommend you consult with your physician before your first session.

  • A sound bath can be helpful for anyone who wants to access the benefits of mediation or a moment of relaxation. Meditative practices often require you to sit up straight or have a point of focus, recite a mantra, or count your breaths. All you need to do during a sound bath is listen. You also have the option of sitting up or lying down, whichever is more comfortable for you.

    Sound is ephemeral. Your awareness of each sound helps you connect to the present moment and explore mindfulness. This experience can be beneficial for both beginners of meditation and experienced meditators.

  • Children are welcome to attend. For some children, being quiet and still for any length of time is difficult and movement, fidgeting, or talking is disruptive to other participants. You know your child best. I offer sound sessions specifically for children in the community and at schools that are more interactive.

  • Sound healing is not tied directly to any specific religion. It has ancient roots and is a part of ancient healing practices all over the world, both spiritual in nature, and non-spiritual. I do not incorporate any religious aspects to my sound therapy sessions.

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