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soundbaths & 1:1 sound therapy
an introduction to some of our sound therapy instruments
" The most relaxed I have ever been!" - A
"Can't thank you enough for the treatment yesterday. I feel pain free both physically, emotionally and at peace. You are pretty wonderful!!" - AF
"I haven't felt this good in living memory" - RG
"This was an incredible and very special experience! It felt like I'd had a massage afterwards... I can't wait to go again. Thank you Ruth!" - FW
"Just had my first experience of a soundbath, it was an incredible experience and something I would definitely repeat, thank you" - EP
"Just wanted to say that I feel fantastic after your tuning fork treatment.." - AF
Himalayan singing bowl therapy
Himalayan singing bowls are often described as 'nurturing', 'warm', 'safe' and 'gentle' can be used in combination both on and/or off the body for a wonderfully relaxing treatment. Sonic Massage - Experience a fully clothed massage using the gentle vibrations of our beautiful Himalayan bowls to help relax and relieve stress held in the body, neck, shoulder and back
gong therapyGongs can be both gentle and nurturing as well as powerful and physical. The gong's 'sonic signature' has been described as 'expansive', 'rich', 'powerful', 'relaxing', 'layered', 'dynamic' and 'deep'
crystal singing bowl therapyCrystal singing bowls are very unique sonically, they encourage deep relaxation and create beautiful musical intervals which can really help transform and release. The crystal bowl's 'sonic signature' has been described as 'beautiful', 'clear', 'pure', 'expansive', 'peaceful', 'ethereal', 'mellow' and 'bright'
drum therapy & massageWe also offer Drum Therapy and Massage, as with the Himalayan bowls, a fully clothed massage for deep relaxation, muscle tension and to help balance our 'Rhythm of Life'. We also offer 1:1 or group Drum Journey. The drum's 'sonic signature' has been described as 'grounding', 'natural', 'primal', 'warm', 'earthly' and 'stabilising'
tuning fork therapy with kinesiologyTuning Fork Therapy has proven to have great potenial in helping those who are finding their flow of life restricted by anxiety, fears, phobias, traumatic events and is also beneficial for releasing negative/limiting beliefs and patterns of behaviour. Kinesiology (muscle testing) - A person's energy level is weakened if they come into contact with something that does not serve them, anything that does serve them will strengthen the energy system and this is also felt within the muscles. The therapist uses muscle testing to tap into one's 'bio-computer' to identify the optimum tuning fork therapy treatment
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soundbath under canvas*Bringing the sounds of summer, nature & bird song into the sound experience
Himalayan Singing Bowls & Gongs
For groups of 3 and above* These sessions are held in our garden at Rottingdean, just outside of Brighton and can be arranged at a day and time that works for you, daytime or evening spaces available. Please contact us for more details.
Our marquee has two open sides so that it is still an 'outside' space with plenty of fresh air but also allows for a little shelter and a sense of 'being held'. Our marquee is 6m x 3m so there's plenty of space to get comfy. If you would prefer to lay on the grass in the sunshine, if the weather allows*, you are more than welcome!
What to bring: Please note that due to Covid-19 and hygiene reasons we are unable to provide pillows/cushions and blankets at this time so do feel free to bring your own items for your personal comfort. We are able to provide a yoga mat if required, which will be cleaned after every use. If you would prefer an 'anti-gravity' reclining chair or treatment couch for your session, these can be provided on request.
As we are 'outdoors' you may want to bring something to cover your eyes, an eye mask or scarf to help reduce light levels which can encourage even deeper relaxation.
*We have space for 4/6 people in our marquee so do get in touch if you would like to book for a group
Please note that whilst our garden is generally a very quiet space full of the sounds of birdsong, there is the potential for other 'sounds of summer' which are out of our control to become part of the soundbath - this is all part of the sound-bathing experience which we can explore further together.
*These sessions may need to be re-arranged last minute if very windy
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therapeutic sound & gongbaths- public group sessions
- 1:1 Soundbath
- Private Soundbath for 2
- Private Soundbath for 3
Relax on a comfortable yoga mat (or chair on request) and allow the beautiful sounds and tones of gongs, Himalayan singing bowls, crystal singing bowls, rainsticks and other therapeutic percussion instruments to wash over you, enhancing overall health of mind and body. Proven to relax on a deeper level than other relaxation methods*
What to bring? Due to new hygiene requirements we do encourage you to bring your own yoga mats and blankets for your personal comfort where possible. We are able to provide some yoga mats but please feel free to bring your own items for your personal comfort such as blankets and pillows.
Our Therapeutic Soundbaths have all the benefits of relaxation with the addition of therapeutic reflection and enquiry as described in 1:1 Sound Therapy treatments below. Sound is applied therapeutically which helps to relax the system, brainwaves can lower to that similar to meditation or to that just before you fall asleep. The sound can induce a state of relaxation and allow you to rest there, allowing cortisone, the stress hormone to reduce, blood pressure and heart rate to lower, potassium/sodium levels in the body can rebalance and cellular regeneration can take place and our autonomic nervous system to restore.The BAST British Academy of Sound Therapy's method works on all levels of being, physically, mentally, emotionally, energetically/spiritually, we create a space within which an individual may see themselves and their process more clearly, through reflection and enquiry. The sound initiates a 'conversation' with the system through the '7R's'; resonance, resistance, release, recognition, responsibility, reframe and reflection.
*The original BAST method of sound therapy has been shown to be, on average, 64% more relaxing than conventional relaxation methods (Cook 2009)
Please note, if any of the following applies to you, please contact us before booking your soundbath: 1. You are in your first trimester of pregnancy. 2. You are being treated for or currently have severe mental health challenges such a severe/clinical depression, bipolar disorder or any other serious mental health condition, many thanks, Ruth
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sound therapy1:1 treatments
Bespoke Sound Therapy treatments for your specific therapeutic requirements using a combination of Gongs, Crystal Singing Bowls, Himalayan Singing Bowls, Mantra, Drum, Tuning Forks and Therapeutic Percussion..
As with our soundbath sessions, 1:1 sound therapy helps to enable deep relaxation and offers many other health benefits such as relief from physical pain, reduced stress and improvement in stress related symptoms, working on all levels of being, physically, mentally, emotionally, energetically/spiritually, in a person centred way.
Sound therapy combines sound applied in a specific way with a self-reflection technique which can increase self awareness and mindfulness and provides a space where therapeutic sound can initiate a 'conversation' with the system and one may see themselves more clearly through reflection and enquiry, helping us to find flow in life.
Sound Therapy offers the potential to:
- encourage resilience
- encourage shifts in consciousness
- encourage openness to new experiences and flexibility
- allow for a deeper appreciation of the arts and beauty
- encourage cognitive flexibility
- encourage sociability
- to reduce pain, gain insight and transformation
Get comfy your way - relax on a treatment couch, yoga mat or 'anti-gravity' reclining chair
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RAV drum meditations & visualisations1:1 treatments & group sessions
Magical and nurtuing nature walk visualisations and neigong meditations accompanied by the deeply relaxing sounds of the RAV Vast drum - 'the sound of starlight' - these sessions can also be bespoke for your requirements
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Koshi chime meditation1:1 sessions
Relax to the beautiful sounds of the Elemental Koshi Chimes - Earth - Fire - Water - Air
At the end of my soundbaths people always ask "what were those lovely chimes at the end?!" They are the beautiful tones of the Koshi Chimes - journey through the elements live in our treatment room, feel their unique vibrations wash over you
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performance, meditations & art installations
The beautiful and meditative sounds of the
RAV Vast Drum and the Native American Flute
Ruth is available for performance, meditation, soundscapes and retreats
Ruth also performs with other groups and organsiations and was honoured to be asked by Aneesa Chaudhry, musical director of with the wonderful Marlets Good Vibrations Choir to take part in their 'Be More Snail Concert' by holding a mini-soundbath and Tai Chi Qigong session. Photo credits StellaPix.com
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music medicine
take a breath, I am peace, reconnect to the flow
take a breath, I am peace, reconnect to the dao
harmony for the soul, melody for the heart
rhythm for the body, silence for the mind
music for the spirit
A mantra inspired by my time in magical Scotland at the Music Medicine retreat with Christine Stevens in May 2019
Dao Natural Health offer music medicine sessions, events and retreats - reconnecting to our creativitive self and nature through sound for healing, spirituality and health
Please contact us for more information on our Music Medicine offerings
For the latest research on 'Sound Therapy, Altered States of Consciousness and Improved Health and Wellbeing' click here
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