Sound therapy or healing is designed to calm guests through vibrational tones that induce deep relaxation and recovery, among many other benefits. We spoke with industry experts for insight on what is trending within this harmonious service.
Sound therapy or healing is designed to calm guests through vibrational tones that induce deep relaxation and recovery, among many other benefits. We spoke with industry experts for insight on what is trending within this harmonious service.
1. Sound Therapy Integration with Relaxation Practices
"I find the use of sound therapy to be an integral part of any immersive spa experience. Sound therapy offers the opportunity for guests to fully immerse themselves in relaxation, engage the senses, and be present in the moment. What is currently trending in my practice is integrating sound therapy alongside other relaxation practices, like breathwork, mindfulness and guided meditation."
—Kristen N.M. Johnson, founder, Waterwell Center for Well-being
2. Tuning Fork Facials
"Spa clients are seeking more than the traditional spa services. They are open to inviting new potentials and possibilities into their sessions. I am excited to witness the merging of sound therapy into the spa experience. In a Tuning Fork Facial, the use of acupoints is skillfully blended with sound and vibration. As tuning forks are mindfully placed on acupoints accessing the person’s innate healing wisdom, the spa practitioner is blending ancient techniques, creating infinite change in the here and now."
—Brenda Molloy, founder & instructor, Studio Chi | School of the Healing Arts
Related: This Body Treatment Blends Sound Healing & Massage Therapy
3. Sound Bathing for Guided Relaxation
"Sound therapy practices continue to gain traction and be legitimized as there are more studies and research emerging that show the effects of stress reduction tools (like sound baths), as well as the incredible ways the brain responds to music and vibration. Sound therapy isn’t new, but it’s slowly making its way to a more mainstream audience as more people are looking for natural ways to boost well-being and combat anxiety. I believe platforms like social media are partially responsible for exposing more people to holistic practices they might not have considered before. A large percentage of people are overworked, under-slept, and stuck in a fight-or-flight nervous system state - this isn’t sustainable and science has shown this leads to health issues. A sound bath pulls in elements of meditation, deep listening, and guided relaxation - all with the backdrop of soothing sounds and vibrations. All together, this has a powerful effect on the nervous system which most of us really need in our lives."
—Kristina Clemons, certified sound therapist, Ojai Valley Inn.
