Sound Bath Session with Crystal Singing Bowls

 Sakhmet's Care, we use the healing vibrations of crystal bowls, gongs,

and chimes to melt away stress, balance your energy, and

restore inner peace.

 

What is a Sound Bath, you ask?

It's a therapeutic experience where participants lie down comfortably while being bathed in the soothing sounds of various instruments such as crystal singing bowls, Tibetan bowls, gongs, chimes, and more. These harmonious vibrations help to induce a meditative state, allowing you to release tension, balance your energy, and achieve a profound sense of inner peace.

Whether you're seeking relief from the hustle and bustle of daily life, looking to deepen your meditation practice, or simply craving a moment of relaxation, our Sound Baths offer a sanctuary for your mind, body, and spirit.

Join us for a group session and experience the power of sound healing in a supportive community environment. We also offer private sessions for a more personalised experience tailored to your specific needs and goals.

Discover the transformative power of sound and embark on a journey of self-discovery and renewal with Sakhmet’s Care Sound Bath Experience!

Physical and physiological benefits

Sound baths can help lower stress hormones, improve sleep, ease muscle tension, and promote relaxed brainwave states like alpha and theta for deeper calm and rest.

Mental and emotional benefits

Sound baths can enhance mindfulness, support emotional release, boost clarity and creativity, and reduce anxiety while improving overall mood balance.

Energetic and subjective experiences

Sound baths can heighten body awareness, promote deeply restorative rest, and sometimes evoke spiritual or transcendent experiences of connection and insight

Adam

Attending Sakhmet's Sound bath class is a highlight of my week.

Her exceptional teaching and the deeply relaxing atmosphere make it an experience I eagerly anticipate.

Thank you 

Specific Benefits of Sound Healing Sessions

Sound bath meditation uses intentional sound vibrations to guide the mind and body into a relaxed state. While experiences can vary from person to person, many practitioners report a range of tangible and subjective benefits.

Physical and physiological benefits

  • Relaxation response and reduced stress hormones: Exposure to soothing frequencies can lower cortisol and adrenaline, promoting a calmer autonomic balance.
  • Improved sleep quality: Deep relaxation prior to or during a session can help regulate sleep patterns for some individuals.
  • Muscle and joint ease: Gentle vibration and focused breathing during a session may reduce muscle tension and stiffness.
  • Altered brainwave activity: The immersive soundscape can encourage slower brainwaves (e.g., alpha and theta states) associated with relaxation and sensation of rest.

Mental and emotional benefits

  • Enhanced mindfulness and present-moment awareness: The continuous sound helps anchor attention, reducing rumination.
  • Emotional release and catharsis: Some participants experience shifts in mood or emotional processing during or after a session.
  • Mental clarity and creativity: A calmer mind can improve focus, decision-making, and creative thinking after a session.
  • Reduced anxiety and improved mood: Regular practice can contribute to a more balanced emotional baseline for some people.

Energetic and subjective experiences

  • Body awareness and grounding: The felt vibrations and resonance can increase a sense of embodiment and connection to the body.
  • Deep rest without sleep: Many describe a state of profound rest that isn’t quite sleep but deeply restorative.
  • Spiritual or transcendent experiences: For some, the immersive soundscape fosters a sense of connection, wonder, or inner insight.

Potential long-term or cumulative benefits

  • Consistency aids coping strategies: Regular sessions can become a supportive tool for stress management and self-care.
  • Improved parasympathetic dominance: Over time, repeated relaxation helps the body maintain a more resilient stress response.
  • Greater self-awareness: Ongoing practice may deepen awareness of thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations.

Things to consider

  • Individual variability: Benefits often depend on personal settings, intention, and the environment.
  • Placebo and expectancy effects: Belief in the practice can influence perceived outcomes.
  • Complementary approach: Sound baths are typically most effective when combined with other healthy habits (movement, hydration, sleep hygiene).

Quick practical tips to maximize benefits

  • Start with a few minutes of slow, diaphragmatic breathing before the sound bath.
  • Sit or lie in a comfortable, stable position; use eye coverings if helpful.
  • Allow judgments about the experience to pass; simply observe sensations and sounds.
  • Stay hydrated and avoid heavy meals immediately before the session.

Contraindications

Pregnancy: Especially in the first trimester, as the vibrations could potentially affect the developing fetus.

Epilepsy: Sound baths may trigger seizures in individuals with epilepsy due to the repetitive rhythms and certain frequencies used.

Severe mental health conditions: People with severe mental health conditions, such as schizophrenia, might find the experience disorienting or distressing.

Pacemakers or other electronic implants: The electromagnetic fields created by some instruments could potentially interfere with these devices.

Recent surgery or injuries: The vibrations might affect healing tissues or exacerbate certain conditions.

Hearing conditions: Individuals with tinnitus or hyperacusis might find the sound frequencies uncomfortable or painful.

Low tolerance to sensory input: Some people might find the experience overwhelming or overstimulating.

If you have any medical conditions or concerns, it's always best to consult with a healthcare provider before participating in a sound bath.