Vibrational healing therapy uses energy and frequency manipulation to facilitate health and well-being. Its foundation is in the belief that humans are energetic systems and any imbalance in vibration can lead to physical and emotional dis-ease.
At a session, you’ll either sit or lie down while a practitioner uses various instruments – singing bowls, tuning forks and drums are among them – to play various sounds that relaxes and heals your body.
Sound therapy
Sound therapy is a gentle yet noninvasive healing modality designed to realign and relax the body’s energies, relieving stress, anxiety and depression as well as emotional blockages. Sound vibrations from various instruments – gongs, Tibetan bowls, crystal singing bowls and chimes are used – create sounds which resonate within and shift energy throughout the entire body during sessions.
This modality isn’t just some random trend or “quackery.” It has its foundations in modern research; studies have demonstrated how specific frequencies of music can help promote dopamine production (a feel-good neurotransmitter), making you happier and more productive, which in turn increases overall well-being.
Finding an experienced sound therapy practitioner is essential when beginning sound therapy sessions. To make the best choice, conduct your search either online or get recommendations from friends and family. When making your choice, be sure to examine their credentials and training to ensure they know everything about this healing modality; additionally it would be wise to read reviews from previous clients to gauge their knowledge about this healing modality.
Sound healing sessions typically last between 30 minutes and an hour. They begin when your therapist provides comfortable clothing and an environment conducive to relaxation. You will lie or sit comfortably until their chosen instrument starts creating soothing sounds and vibrations to promote wellness in you. They may guide meditation exercises during this time or guide focus exercises as part of their session.
At sound healing sessions, many individuals report experiencing profound and unique responses that range from deep relaxation and restful sleep, visions or new insights to feelings of deep harmony between mind, body and spirit. No matter their experience during these sessions, most individuals report feeling better both mentally and physically after. Furthermore, sound vibration therapy has been found to alleviate co-occurring disorders like mental illness and substance use disorder by creating balance and harmony within mind, body and spirit – further decreasing self-medicating with substances and leading to greater insight into root causes.
Drums and percussion
Drumming can be an effective way to bring balance and healing to all aspects of life. Drumming has been used as an ancient form of music and communication since millennia ago in everything from shamanic rituals to modern therapeutic practices as a tool to connect with the universe and invoke higher powers.
At its heart, drumming fosters a sense of community and togetherness that’s often absent in modern society. The sound of drums can elevate spiritual vibrations, clear auras and remove negative energies from our environment – its natural sound serving as a metaphor for human unity, connecting people of various backgrounds, beliefs and experiences through its unifying ability.
Drum beats can help soothe and relax the mind, encouraging relaxation and meditation. This can be immensely helpful to many as finding somewhere quiet to rest one’s thoughts is often challenging; once calm is restored to one’s thoughts other vibrational healing tools can begin working their magic.
There are a wide range of drums and percussion instruments that can be used therapeutically, from traditional hand drums such as the djembe to larger instruments like cajons and frame drums. Each has their own distinctive sound and feel; for instance, the goblet-shaped djembe can be fine-tuned using ropes wrapped around its base, giving an individual or community access to healing music through therapeutic playback. Djembe translates directly into “everyone gather together in peace”, providing an accurate representation of its ability to bring individuals and communities closer together through music making.
Steel tongue drums are also an incredibly popular choice, boasting hollow steel shells with cut-out “tongues” that resonate when struck to create soothing and harmonious tones that resemble those produced by nature; its sound being similar to that of an ocean can provide both peace and relaxation.
Join a drum circle for an experience that is both therapeutic and supportive! These groups provide music-making opportunities for all ages and skill levels within a safe, friendly and collaborative atmosphere, often run by certified drum therapists who offer guidance and instruction.
Piano and guitar
Music can be an incredible way to communicate emotions and build connections among individuals, while simultaneously helping the brain perform better – be it memory recall or concentration improvement. Music has also been proven to enhance social bonding and emotional expression as well as reduce anxiety and stress levels; research suggests it even can help alleviate pain relief as well as lower blood pressure. Furthermore, music increases self-awareness and fosters personal development.
Sound healing is an innovative form of vibrational therapy that uses frequencies and sounds to promote mental and physical wellness. It works on the idea that different parts of the body each have their own natural frequency, which can be modulated using sound waves. Tuning forks are one such tool used for this practice, emitting specific frequencies that resonate with specific energy centers of the body; binaural beats also use two slightly differing frequencies played in each ear in order to produce perception of an additional tone that alters brainwave activity and promote relaxation.
Piano and guitar are frequently combined for vibrational healing therapy. Each is an exceptionally versatile instrument capable of producing various sounds and emotions; both can also be played either together or separately, making them ideal choices for beginners who wish to try vibrational healing therapy for the first time.
Use of piano and guitar as vibrational healing can bring many advantages. Both instruments can be both soothing and reassuring, providing comfort from anxiety or stress while creating a sense of familiarity and safety. Beyond just helping people relax, piano and guitar can also serve to increase communication skills and open dialogues.
Music as therapy has been found to be highly effective at alleviating depression. One study showed that patients treated with piano and harpsichord experienced greater improvements than those who only received psychological care alone; however, more research needs to be conducted into its effects on depressive symptoms.
Voice
Voice is not only used to express oneself verbally and musically; it is also the energy connecting us to our inner selves or spirits. If one feels lost or disconnected from their voice, music that resonates can often help reawaken it; this form of therapy has been utilized by various cultures for centuries to heal and uphold their mood; using sound waves and vibrations has scientifically been shown to promote mental wellbeing while decreasing pain levels and alleviating stress.
Vibrational healing is founded on the idea that everything vibrates at its own frequency; humans included. Vibrational therapy has been used successfully to restore our energy back into alignment when sick, helping restore it back into natural balance and alleviate symptoms associated with various physical ailments like headaches or joint pain. It has even shown great promise as an aid for mental wellness as it helps clear away blockages that keep our mind running aground.
Reiki is another form of vibrational healing based on the belief that all humans possess life energy that flows freely through chakras, but when someone experiences emotional or physical trauma it may disrupt this flow of energy causing blockages to form within their body. Reiki practitioners use touch therapy techniques to release this blockage so it may once more flow freely throughout your system.
Contrary to what may seem intuitively obvious, chanting and singing bowls are forms of vibrational healing. Used in various healing practices and helping reduce anxiety and stress levels while encouraging relaxation, these instruments can even be utilized during cancer care to reduce pain during treatments as well as providing comfort to cancer patients during treatments. Furthermore, sound therapy has even been utilized in dentistry practices in order to relieve anxiety and promote healing.
As vibrational healing can bring numerous advantages, it is wise to first consult a medical professional prior to beginning this treatment. Vibrational therapy should not be pursued if you are currently suffering from serious illness or surgery and under the influence of drugs or alcohol – these therapies should only be pursued under medical guidance and in consultation with qualified health practitioners.
