What is Sound Healing?

Sound healing is an ancient tradition that is fairly new to our Western world. It is the use of sound to create balance and alignment in the physical body and the energy centers called “chakras." The sound may be applied by an instrument such as a singing bowl or gong or by the human voice. Sound Healing is a vibrational therapy.

What is A Sound Healing Session like?

Clients are encouraged to arrive to their session at Maitri Yoga (Troy, NY) with an intention for personal healing as being open for the sounds can help with healing. Sound healing sessions begin with a short discussion about the reason for coming in and what one would like to focus on during the session (such as simply for relaxation or for a specific physical or emotional reason).

The environment is set up similar to when getting a massage, but often instead of a massage table, to become level with the singing bowls, you will be on a yoga mat lying down with pillows and blankets or in a relaxing restorative yoga pose with supportive blankets or pillows. Essential oils are sometimes used in my in-person sessions, but they are optional for clients with smell sensitivities. The sound treatment depends on the session that the client chooses and the reason that they come in. Various instruments are used, along with vocal toning.