What is Vibrational Sound Therapy?

On the body sound work is a relaxation therapy technique that is performed on a fully clothed client and requires no touch.  In a typical session, light metal bowls are purposefully placed on and around the body and activated by striking with a padded felt mallet.  The result is a soothing sound and subtle vibration that is relaxing to the client. 

By strategically placing therapeutic grade singing bowls on the body and using gentle measured strikes with a mallet, the practitioner sends soothing vibrations deep into muscle tissue and body cells, while the pleasant harmonic tones lull the client into a deep state of peace.

The vibrations from the bowls increase blood flow to major muscles, reduce muscle tension and gently reduce chronic pain.  The gentle tone helps to focus the mind, fostering stronger concentration and balanced moods while reducing fatigue. The goal of each vibrational sound therapy session is ultimately balance, restoration, and healing.

Sound Therapy can Potentially Benefit the Following:

Digestion
Headaches
Mild and chronic pain
Improves sleep patterns
Relaxation
Lowers stress levels and improves mood
Reduced anxiety and lessened depression
Enhanced immune system
Improves circulation
Increases mental focus

What to expect in a session

You may choose to focus on an intention for your session or listen to the sounds and feel the vibrations of the bowls as the body relaxes. While resting on the massage table either face up with an eye pillow over the eyes or face down with the head in the face cradle, a therapy bowl will be struck once to begin the session. Bowls will be placed near or on the body throughout the treatment. There will be no more than two bowls on the body at a time. All sessions will end with three strikes signaling the treatment has been completed. Sessions can last from 30 to 90 minutes based on client preferences.

What to wear to your VST session

Wear comfortable clothing to your session: jeans, workout pants or yoga pants are fine. You may be asked to remove a metal belt buckle, watch band or jewelry which can vibrate under the therapy bowls. Blankets and sheets are available to provide a barrier between skin and metal bowl if needed.