What is Sound Healing?

Sound moves the spirit, touches the soul, taps into emotions, triggers physical response, and can impact our mental state. The beauty of sound and music is that it is universal, it resonates with all of us, no matter the class, creed, age, culture, religion, etc. This is because we are all energetic vibrating beings. Sound taps into these vibrations. “Every cell in our body is a sound resonator, Every cell lives in a dynamic rhythmic pattern. Each and every system has a cycle, rhythm, pattern, and pulse that exist in resonant harmony and sympathy to the cycles of the earth and the heavens. These body systems respond to sound vibration, as do our spiritual, mental, and emotional states of consciousness.” (Donna Carey, Lac) Our bodies are made up of 70% water, an excellent conductor of vibration. Sound healing leverages instruments to shift brain waves, opening up possibility for relaxation and healing on many levels.

Tuning Forks

Dr. John Beaulieu (ND, PHD composer, Mental health Counselor and Naturopathic Doctor) has researched the biochemical effect of tuning forks on the nervous system. Vibrations transferred to neuronal, endothelial and immune cells through tuning forks can stimulate nitric oxide, setting off a cascade of physiological impacts on our health, well-being, state of mind, and consciousness. Impacts take place at the molecular level. I use a combination of the weighted Otto 128 tuning fork and BioSonic tunic fork set in my sessions.

“Each celestial body, in fact each and every atom, produces a particular sound on account of its movement, its rhythm or vibration. All these sounds and vibrations form a universal harmony in which each element, while having its own function and character, contributes to the whole.” – Pythagoras

“Harmony sinks deep into the recesses of the soul and takes its strongest hold there, bringing grace also to the body and mind as well. Music is a moral law. It gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, a charm to sadness, and life to everything. It is the essence of order…”

~Plato

Singing Bowls

Singing bowls are each tuned to a different note, triggering a specific chakra or combination of chakras. They can significantly reduce stress, stimulate the immune system, calm overactive adrenals, lower blood pressure, and increase mental and emotional clarity. I use a variety of Crystal Tones singing bowls made of the highest (99.992%) quartz crystal and finest gemstones and precious metals such as 24 karat gold, silver, and platinum, making the audible sound incredibly clear and resonant. “The high-grade quartz crystals in every bowl can help amplify, focus, transfer and transmute energy, transforming not only the bones and tissues, but penetrating the sub-atomic structure of the cell, creating the same benefits to conditions of the body as some prescription drugs.” Tryshe Dhevney, SoundShifting.com

Yoga

Yoga in Sanskrit, means ‘union’. It combines physical exercise, mental meditation, and breathing techniques to support overall health and well-being. In the practice of Yoga, ‘prana’ is the vital energy that links restoration of the natural balance and flow of energy on all levels of existence: physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. This asserts that health is the natural state of an organism, and illness or disease occurs when this state is deranged by an imbalance or lack of vital life force energy (prana). In the practice of yoga, prana is the motivating force that causes all things to come into existence, to breathe, to live, and ultimately to change and disappear through time. Prana is the link between matter and energy, between nature and consciousness, and the bridge to self-realization. All of yoga, in whatever form it is practiced, is based on the cultivation, consolidation, and circulation of prana. Through prana, consciousness is changed, and health and well-being is attained.
Yoga has taken various forms in Western society. I create custom classes depending on the needs of my students, whether we are focusing on stretching, flexibility and opening up the body after a long day of work and sitting, rejuvenating the mind with meditation and breath work, or a physical workout to release endorphins and sweat out toxins, focused on power Vinyasa movements.
Physical benefits can include increased flexibility, muscle strength and tone, improved respiration, energy and vitality, stress and weight reduction, improved posture, lower blood pressure, improved cardio and circulatory health, and helps with protection from injury.
I offer 60 minutes yoga classes, as well as integration of well-rounded 15-30 minute yoga flows leading into a sound healing session. Many people find it helpful to move and open up the body before lying down to receive the healing benefits of a sound bath.

I grew up in the Pacific Northwest, but my nomadic soul has taken me all over the world to experience other cultures and I have lived in more than 20 cities the past 20 years. Working as a Marketing Director in Corporate America the last two decades, I found a common thread among colleagues, friends, family, and even the occasional stranger… that people seek and benefit from taking time to reconnect with their mind, body, spirit and give back to their overall health, but many don’t know how exactly to do this efficiently and effectively in an exhausting, stressful, and over stimulated world.

Testimonials

I've been practicing yoga for years, but before I met Heidi, I'd never heard of a sound bath. She explained the premise of the sound bath and started each session with an inspirational quote to keep in mind as we entered the session. Heidi is a true professional and always created such a serene environment for rejuvenation and relaxation during the sound baths. The baths themselves allowed for me to enter a deep meditative state that was almost like a trance. I've never felt so relaxed in my life. Heidi uses a variety of instruments to create a dynamic and healing soundscape: singing bowls, chimes, gongs, tuning forks and more. I highly recommend Heidi's sound baths! They are a perfect addition to any self care regimen!

What can I say?! I LOVE doing sound baths with Heidi. I had never done them before & once Heid introduced me to the power & healing they have in my life - I have been hooked ever since! I love how sound baths give me an opportunity to check in with my body & soul. Sometimes I feel relaxed & fall into a deep meditative state and sometimes I feel the energy pulsing through me & I feel energized & clear! Heidi has a calming & welcoming energy about her so that you always feel supported during your session.

I experienced my first sound bath with Heidi last month. She brought all of her tools and led me and 3 other women through a unique and enlightening meditation, in the privacy of my own home. What a magical experience! Throughout the hour of peaceful sounds and guidance, I felt everything from complete relaxation to an almost floating out-of-body experience. I was left feeling re-energized and at peace. I’d highly recommend giving your mind and body the gift of a sound bath with Heidi. You won’t regret it.

Your sound baths were the highlight of each month. I came usually coming off a really stressful day and within minutes of your session my stress and tension melted away and I left feeling relaxed and at peace. I can't thank you enough for creating such a relaxing environment that truly helped me sleep better and relax beyond my session. You are extremely talented and anyone who has the opportunity to work with you is lucky!

I had the pleasure of experiencing an absolutely magical live sound bath with Heidi, in forests of Washington State. Heidi is highly intuitive, respectful, thoughtful, has great energy, and knows exactly what each participant needs. She brought along several of her instruments including crystal bowls, tuning forks, and a gong. When she started playing, I instantly felt a sense of peace and relaxation which continued on throughout the entire session and carried on into my day. What stands out the most with Heidi, is that she walks around and plays the instruments right next to you so you can actually feel the vibrations off the instruments which enhances your experience. Sound baths with Heidi is medicine for the heart and soul.

What is Sound Healing?

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Singing Bowls

Yoga

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