Introduction to the course

We’ll kick off with the first of our 90 min. live Zoom calls, outlining the whole course and what you can expect. I’ll talk more about my approach, the current landscape, and our home frequency or sonic signature. I’ll explain what sound therapy or sound healing is, the benefits, and give an overview of all the instruments included in the course. Contraindications for working with sound, an instrument buying guide, and a suggested reading list are also included.

Module 1

Understanding & becoming sensitive to sound

I’ll cover the history of sound healing, give an intro to the physics of sound, explain the brain wave states, psychoacoustics, vibroacoustics, as well as the golden ratio and sacred geometry and how they relate to sound. We’ll delve into entrainment, resonance, binaural beats, the primo vascular system, biofeedback, and the effects of sound on the nervous system. Frequencies and the current debates, including the solfeggio frequencies. The benefits of sound healing and the effects on the body. We’ll also discuss the future of sound including the emerging 3D (8D) ambisonic music creation.

We’ll also deepen your ability for deep listening through various practices, such as mindfulness. Meditations will be provided to assist in this process. We’ll also look at the importance of silence through various practices. 

Module 2

Working with energy 
This is an important topic as sound therapy is energy work. The instruments are tools for working with our energy, the energy of the group, and universal energy.

Part 1: Learning to work with your own energy
You’ll be guided through various exercises to become more sensitive to your own energy and develop your intuition. We’ll cover the energetic anatomy, the chakras, affirmations, embodiment, and tapping into your home frequency. You’ll be guided to identify your dominant “Clair” (clairaudience, clairvoyance, etc.) Assignments, meditations, and recordings will help in this process. We’ll also cover the basics of channeling and light language/codes. The importance of self-care is covered, with tips such as vagal toning exercises and energetic clearing and protection. 

Part 2: Working with your clients/groups’ energy 

You’ll learn various energy field assessment techniques when working 1-1 with clients, how to diagnose imbalances in the chakras, and tapping into the energy of a group using your intuition. & more...

Module 3

Crystal singing bowls 

My personal favourite, we’ll go into all things crystal singing bowls, from how they are made, to the history (fact and fiction), and review all the types of bowls. You’ll learn how to connect with your bowls, how to improvise with the voice, and use your intuition. And of course, there will be many videos demonstrating the various techniques, protocols, and ways to play in various settings. I’ll also go into an area here that may be a little out there for some, but is a core aspect of how I work: channeling and light codes.

Module 4

Working with the voice 
We’ll cover the types of healing with voice, the history of voice as a healing tool and the vocal anatomy. There will be many exercises and assignments, including vocal warm-up exercises, how to extend your natural harmonics and how to find your home tone or frequency. We’ll talk overtones, and do various vocal toning exercises to work with the chakras. We’ll cover the 6 healing sounds, the Bija mantras, nada yoga (the yoga of sound) and the Ayurvedic mantra perusha. You’ll learn about mantras and chanting and how to combine your voice with various instruments. We’ll cover Intuitive singing, as well as, prescribing specific voice work to your clients. Medicine songs and a client demo will help round out this very full module.

Module 5

Tuning forks

The many types of tuning forks are explained as well as the different approaches to using these in your sound work. We’ll cover Sonopucture, which is the application of tuning forks on reflex points of the meridians, hands, feet, and spine, based on acupuncture. These ortho forks include the 128 hertz, the 64 hertz, and the 32 hertz. We’ll look at how to remedy specific health issues using various techniques. We’ll also go into using the harmonic spectrum set that is played off the body with 1-1 sessions and in group sound baths. The human biofield approach will be demonstrated, as well as using 1, 2, and 3 forks at the same time. And the details of putting together a treatment plan.

Module 6

Drums & Rhythm

This module delves into the history of healing with drums in various cultures. You’ll learn about types of drums and beaters and how to ground with drumming and rhythm. Techniques for playing the frame drum, the ocean drum, and small metal drums are included. We’ll go into shamanic healing with drums and rhythms, and the medicine wheel rhythm patterns.

Module 7

Tibetan singing bowls 

We begin with the history, culture, and composition of the bowls. This module covers ways of working with both groups and 1-1. We’ll cover the association with the endocrine system, how to trigger the relaxation response, and how to both replenish and release energy from the body. Many techniques will be demonstrated for: working off the body, on the body, with clients laying face up and face down. There will also be a demonstration of how to give a full body vibrational massage. And details on using the musical intervals with these bowls. 

Module 8

The Gong

We’ll go into the history and types of gongs and ways to work with them. You’ll learn how to prime a gong, how to use different types of mallets, flumis, and about gong dynamics. The placement of gongs in various situations, gongs and phi, as well as, demonstrations of many different techniques will be covered. Techniques for working over the body, around the body, and from a stationary position are also included. Techniques using 1 mallet, and 2 mallets will open up the possibilities for you.

Module 9

Additional instruments

Introduction to and working with the four elemental Koshi chimes. How to use various rattles, shakers, a rainstick, as well as, the tingsha. We'll also cover the Sansula/Kalimba, the newest versions of ancient African instruments, as well as, demonstrations of playing styles and how to incorporate them into your practice.

Module 10

Creating & holding space

What does “holding space” mean? Space clearing techniques, as well as, ritual and ceremonial settings are covered. We’ll touch on appreciation vs. appropriation as it relates to traditional wisdom cultures. The practical side of how to choose your venues for both in-person sessions for groups, 1-1 and corporate, as well as, the technical details and various options for setting up a virtual sound therapy practice. Examples and best practices will be shared. We’ll also go into the importance of intentionality in your sessions and the practical elements to set up your space.

Module 11

Ways of Working & Putting it all together 

We’ll dive deep into the various styles and services you can offer from working 1-1 privately, with couples, with small groups, in retreats, mass meditations, and in corporate environments. I’ll share ways of integrating sound therapy into your current holistic businesses, such as yoga, acupuncture, massage, and even how to work with children. We’ll also go into ways to collaborate with artists and musicians to create innovative offerings both offline and online. Also covered are the various ways of how to structure your sound baths or 1-1 session and other modalities to potentially integrate, including working with plant medicines. 

Demonstration of a full sound bath for you to see all the elements come together. I’ll also show an example of a 1-1 client session where we address a specific issue. Pre and post-sound bath and 1-1 session communication and expectations are explained.

Module 12

Creating your business

Coming from a marketing and brand strategy background, I want to help you find your unique voice and create or expand your brand. Guidance to find your niche, tell your story, and fine-tune your offerings are provided. We’ll look at aligning your values, how to create a business plan, your target audience, your way of working, how to set pricing, and more. Also how to market, be your own publicist, create collaborations and events to amplify your offering. You’ll also learn best practices for your online presence and the various channels to reach your audience. Building community, pitching to corporate clients and an overview of the practical side (administrative, insurance) round out this section.

Assessment 

I’ll go into the details here of what you need to complete in order to receive your certification. Tips and best practices for creating case studies, as well as template documents to help you along are included. You’ll have up to one year from the course start date to finish all the certification requirements.