FAQs
Sound Healing FAQs
Sound therapy is a technique in which the practitioner uses sound instruments (tuning forks, singing bowls, drums, and rattles) on and off the client's body to promote the relaxation response and trigger the body's natural healing processes, restoring physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Specifically, the oscillation (movement) or resonance of molecules triggered by sound vibrations causes alternating compression and relaxation of cells, essentially providing a massage at the cellular level deep within the tissue undergoing treatment.
When the cell is compressed, it loses some of its lymph fluid, which usually contains waste products and toxins. As pressure relaxes, fresh nutrients and fluids are drawn into the cell, facilitating the healing process. Hormones are also stimulated by this oscillation effect, and they will improve blood flow to the area for many hours.
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What is Sound Healing?
What can Sound Healing treatments help you with?
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Promoting the healing of chronic physical, mental, and emotional pain
Mindfully processing and fortifying you against life stressors
Moving past limiting beliefs and harmful behavior patterns surrounding money, weight, love , and self-worth
Deepening your sense of spirituality and alignment with your life’s purpose
What does a Sound Healing session feel like?
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You may experience any of the following sensations during a sound therapy session: heating or cooling, spinning, tingling, buzzing, electrical sparks, numbness, throbbing, itchiness, and sleepiness (or all of the above).
The majority of my clients have reported feeling very relaxed and often fall asleep during sessions. Receiving sound induces a meditative state in which your brainwaves shift into the theta phase, where healing occurs. Sound therapy also activates the right brain, which is more focused on feeling than on thinking. It can evoke a dreamlike state in which connections can be made. Often, clients will feel grounded and energized simultaneously after a sound healing session.
How is a Sound Healing treatment offered?
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The client is usually lying on my massage table if physically able. Treatments can also be given seated if more comfortable or practical. I perform a body scan to assess the client’s energy body and identify blockages to the flow. Then I choose the sound-healing instrument to use on or near the client's body, following a series of protocols based on the client's needs. Sound is also deployed to help clear energetic blockages, tune up chakra energy centers, cleanse the aura, and seal the client up following the session.
Are there any contraindications for the use of Sound Therapy?
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While sound healing is generally safe for most people, there are a few contraindications to be aware of. If you are in your first trimester of pregnancy, are epileptic, or have a pacemaker or metal fittings, it’s best to consult with a healthcare professional prior to receiving sound therapy.
Reiki FAQs
Reiki is a healing technique in which the therapist, acting as a channel, guides energy into the patient to promote the body's natural healing processes and restore physical and emotional well-being. This energy helps to return the individual to balance - body, mind, and soul.
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What is Reiki?
What can Reiki Therapy help you with?
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Promoting the healing of chronic physical and emotional pain
Mindfully processing and fortifying against life stressors
Moving past limiting beliefs and harmful behavior patterns surrounding money, weight, love ,and self-worth
Deepening your sense of spirituality and alignment with your life’s purpose
You may experience any of the following sensations during a Reiki session: heating or cooling, tingling, buzzing, electrical sparks, numbness, throbbing, itchiness, and sleepiness (or any combination of these). The majority of my clients have reported feeling very relaxed and often fall asleep during the session.
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What does a Reiki session feel like?
You may experience any of the following sensations during a Reiki session: heating or cooling, tingling, buzzing, electrical sparks, numbness, throbbing, itchiness, and sleepiness (or any combination of these). The majority of my clients have reported feeling very relaxed and often fall asleep during the session.
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How is a Reiki treatment given?
What is a Reiki distant healing session?
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Similar to an in-person Reiki session, however, this session takes place from the comfort of your own home! Since energy is not restricted by either time or space, the healing energy is sent to you, and the benefits received are the same as if it were received in-person.
Individual Sound Healing
Where does a 1:1 session take place?
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Healing Connections Wellness Centre, 10548 115 St NW, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
Comfortable clothing is best to make the most of your experience. The more comfortable you are, the more you will be able to relax and fully engage with the session. Loose, non-restrictive clothing is always a good choice.
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What should I wear?
You can eat before a session. However, you will be lying down for the session so I would recommend not eating in excess immediately before the session, for the sake of your digestive system (and your comfort).
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Is it ok to eat before a session?
Will you physically be adjusting my body during a session?
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There will be no physical manipulation during the session. With permission, I will be laying hands (appropriately and respectfully), using tuning forks or singing bowls, or singing on areas I feel guided to energetically, but I won’t be adjusting your physical body.
Do I have to stop seeing my regular doctor to receive a healing session?
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No, energy healing works in harmony with all other forms of health care and is a great addition to any current health practices. Please continue to see your current health care professionals as needed.
What should I do following my treatment?
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Make sure you drink lots of water. Staying hydrated helps the energy to flow. Listen to your body; rest if you feel called to. Follow the customized instructions I’ve given to maintain positive energy between sessions and moving forward.
Are there any side effects from Sound & Reiki ?
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Most of the time, clients feel relaxed and uplifted by a Sound & Reiki Therapy session. However, there is the potential for a person to have what is called (in alternative health practices) a healing crisis. As things start flowing, toxins stored in the body may be released into the elimination channels for removal. When this happens, a person may get a headache or stomachache or feel slightly ill. If this happens, it’s important to stay hydrated, eat lighter meals, and rest. The body is cleansing as part of the healing process, and this is a good thing!
How often should I come for a session?
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The effects of energy work are cumulative. Any healing done in an initial session lays a foundation for us to continue building on. Multiple sessions are recommended, as they allow us to go deep and work through blockages or imbalances (anything that is keeping you from health). Once that firm foundation is built and your health goals are achieved, regular sessions (every few months or as needed) are a great way to maintain your health and well-being and stay aligned with your best self.