Sound is audible energy and occurs by particles of matter vibrating to create waves that are both 'big' enough and of the right pitch for the human ear to hear. Our brains must also be able to make sense of the vibrations and 'convert' them into sound that we can understand.

We don't treat symptomatically, i.e. there is no set or predictable way to work with a list of conditions because we aren't working directly with the symptoms themselves, we are working with personal process, i.e. the person's relationship to their symptoms and exploring what impedes flow in their life (i.e. resistance)

Speedwell is based in Rhyl, North Wales and we hold courses across Wales and the north of England

Telephone: 07814 232 647

Email: Angela@speedwellsoundtherapy.com

Price varies due to location , overheads, travel and set up costs and amount of persons attending. However a general group session can range between £13 and £18.00 per person. Angela is always open to offering concessions and “pay what you can” events for participants on low incomes.

Sound Healing uses sound in particular ways to improve health and wellbeing, Sound Therapy is similar but the sound techniques are combined with reflective processing.

“Fundamentally, anyone and everyone can benefit from using sound in a therapeutic way. However, there are certain conditions and circumstances that make certain forms of sound work inappropriate at certain times and without proper medical guidance. This is why it’s so important to choose a practitioner who adheres to a strict code of conduct if you have any concerns for your own mental wellbeing."

Sound creates a connection between the sound itself, our consciousness and the outside world. Lyz Cooper and Clifford Sax developed a model that perfectly marries the human mind-body-energy system and sound called the 5Rs’ model. The 5Rs are resonance, resistance, responsibility, reflection and release, but they do not necessarily occur in that order. The 5Rs model is a valuable tool that helps us to realise we are, at any time, either resonating with or resisting something.

Reflection is the simple process of being able to step back from ourselves and listen carefully to what we have to say. Some people find it hard to reflect so a great tip is to view your reactions, thoughts and feelings as if they are on a screen in front of you rather than being caught in them. This will give you the space to be able to hear what you are telling yourself. If it helps, write your thoughts down and look back at the end of the reflection session and read them back. This is a really good way to really listen to what you have to say.

The 5Rs Model of Experiential Processing illustrates how we process our experience as human beings, and how we can understand our experience on all levels of our being: physical, mental, emotional & spiritual. Developed by Lyz Cooper & Clifford Sax of The British Academy of Sound Therapy - BAST , using this framework for reflection, alongside therapeutic sound can guide us towards healing and finding flow in life.

Resonance

Resonance signifies relationship and holds potential for self-recognition. Everything in the universe is in a constant vibratory state. Our interactions are resonance. In sound therapy it is the relationship between sound and our system (our physical, mental, emotional & spiritual bodies).

Resistance

Resistance signifies separation and holds potential for release. When in resistance we can feel stuck, triggered, or like we are holding back. By working through this separation we can move towards connection and wholeness.

Responsibility

Responsibility signifies empowerment and holds potential for transformation. When we take full responsibility for our own experience, we have the power to direct our energy and attention to our own potential to thrive.

Reflection

Reflection signifies self-awareness and holds potential for learning. The more we are able to reflect on our experience, the more we develop trust in our intuition.

Release

Release signifies liberation and holds potential for clarity. When we experience release, we are experiencing our energy moving. This may manifest as an emotional response, as insight, or a renewed sense of connection.m description

An altered state of consciousness (ASC) is when changes occur in an area of the brain known as the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex. ASC’s occur naturally every day with day-dreaming and sleep-dreaming but these are often difficult to sustain. Sound therapy can allow you to sustain a deep ASC by applying sound in a specific way.

You should bring water a cosy blanket, matt, pillow for the sound and gong baths. All other items are supplied for other events such as Rythmn of Life and Soundscapes and drumming circles

Contraindications

Due to the fact that we work with vibration and frequencies there are guidlines relating to a persons suitability that are considered such as

If you are pregnant (1st Trimester), epileptic, had a recent operation, metal plates in the body, suffered a stroke, have a serious mental health diagnosis, or have any medical complaint that you may feel needs to be considered or if in doubt seek advice from your GP before booking.