LEGAL STATEMENT – A Sound Healer / Reiki Practitioner / Essential Oils Practitioner is not a doctor [or vet in the case of animal clients] and therefore will not diagnose or treat any specific Illness. These services are not substitutes for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment from a doctor or health care professional [or vet in the case of animal clients]. They are designed to enhance wellness and should be used in conjunction with your traditional medical [or veterinary] care. As these are complementary therapies, we make no claims that they are a cure. Any prescribed medication should continue to be taken unless advised otherwise by a medical practitioner [or vet in the case of animal clients].
Terms of business: Payment to be made at time of booking to confirm your appointment. 24 hours minimum notice of cancellation for a full refund. No refund if less than 24 hours notice.
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Treatments are usually carried out on a treatment table or seated on a chair, depending on the needs of the client and the treatment they are having. It is possible to treat wheelchair users in their wheelchair. Clients can remain fully clothed for treatments (comfortable loose fit clothing is ideal).
Treatments are priced between £15 and £110 per session. I am located at my practice in Malvern, but I also do distance Biofield Tuning treatments via online communication platforms such as Zoom, Facebook Messenger or WhatsApp or by telephone.
For multiple clients – human or animal – being treated sequentially, in one location , I can travel to your business / yard / farm; contact me to discuss the additional travel/time costs.
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business support
Shout out to HR Managers and Company Bosses: do you want to help reduce staff days lost to stress, illness and injury? Residential Managers, how about enhancing the health and wellbeing of your service users?
I can provide ‘sonic physio’, pain and mobility support, stress management and mental health and emotional wellbeing services in various settings:
>> offices
>> factories / sites (all sectors)
>> care homes
>> retirement villages
>> hospitals
>> tailored offering as part of your company’s staff / service user wellbeing plan
>> Senior Management Team or staff away days (promote focus and bring out the creativity in your team)
The most popular treatments used in a commercial/charity/medical setting are: Sound Bath group sessions, and Vibrational Fascia Release Technique (‘sonic physio’) for individuals with pain and musculoskeletal issues. However, other one-to-one treatments such as Vibrational Chrono Therapy, Biofield Tuning, Essential Oils Therapy and Reiki are quickly catching up.
Fees can be negotiated in a commercial / charity / statutory provision setting for volume and regular health and wellbeing services for staff or service users.
Email me to arrange a free telephone consultation to discuss your needs. soundtherapymalvern@gmail.com
treatments
group sound therapy
“Relax and Recharge” Zoom Group Sound Healing, £15 for 45 minutes
[ Go to News and Events page for more info and for the booking form]
Bringing harmony to out-of-tune bodies with a mix of Biofield Tuning and Classic Sound Healing
If you have found yourself stressed, anxious, tired or with a ‘flat battery’, join us for a ‘relax and recharge’ tune up!
VIBRATIONAL FASCIA RELEASE TECHNIQUE (described by some clients as a powerful sonic massage!)
VIBRATIONAL CHRONO THERAPY
BIOFIELD TUNING
CLASSIC SOUND HEALING THERAPY – VOICE AND INSTRUMENTS
GROUP SOUND BATHS
REIKI
ESSENTIAL OILS
Vibrational Fascia Release Technique (VFRT)
PAIN RELIEF, REDUCTION OF INFLAMMATION, INCREASED MOBILITY, LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE, SPEEDS UP HEALING
AN EFFECTIVE TREATMENT FOR HUMANS AND ANIMALS
Short session: £55 (around 45 mins) / Full session: £75 (around 60-70 mins) – Longer sessions by arrangement.
This is the use of weighted tuning forks used on the body to: relax muscles; assist in releasing tight fascia; help stimulate the lymphatic system to work more effectively; help improve blood circulation where there is stiffness, pain or inflammation to promote recovery. I was fortunate to discover two outstanding sound therapists, Bobbi-Jo and Andrew Weaver, from New Earth Healing Centre, and their ground-breaking research into the effects of vibration on the body’s fascia and interstitial fluid, using the Otto 128Hz tuning fork. The ‘foot’ of the Otto 128Hz fork stem is placed on and around areas which are tight for about 20 seconds or so, perhaps 2 – 5 times in each location until a relaxation, or release, is noted in the area. The tuning fork provides the muscles and fascia with gently stimulating sound waves, it is non-invasive and clients can remain clothed. From experience, clients usually notice an improvement in the area being worked within a 45 minute treatment (contact me to discuss health needs / contra-indications).
Bobbi-Jo and Andrew’s research led to the development of their trade marked ‘Vibrational Fascia Release Techniques (VFRT)’. I am a fully qualified VFRT Therapist but I continue my own study and research into the facinating inner world of the human body’s fascia matrix – I am looking forward to attending the next British Fascia Symposium conference to keep on learning!
Here is the link to some fascia-related articles – https://nehcacademy.com/
Article: Mechanical Dynamics of Fluid, Fascia and Tuning Forks: https://nehcacademy.com/mechanical-dynamics-of-fluids-fascia-and-tuning-forks/
Also, here are some interesting lectures/programmes about fascia on Youtube:
“Fascinating Fascia: Latest News (lecture by Dr. Robert Schleip to European Rolfers)” – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HolcYlwWITs&list=PLw0SAfzuM2445zwgJwuj1487Y7JC1nQqt&index=10 ,
“The mysterious world under the skin | DW Documentary” – https://fasciaguide.com/fascia-guide/the-mysterious-world-under-the-skin/
“Tom Myers: “Anatomy Trains” | Talks at Google” – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FOzsDItW7Bs&list=PLw0SAfzuM2445zwgJwuj1487Y7JC1nQqt&index=11
“Vibration for chronic pain”
https://www.practicalpainmanagement.com/treatments/rehabilitation/vibration-chronic-pain
vfrt facial rejuvEnation treatment
Here we sculpt the face, neck and shoulders, minimising all the usual suspects …. puffiness, jowls, bags under the eyes, wrinkles, double chin, ‘thick’ neck, dull complexion, acne. You have to experience this to believe it!!! A full head, neck, face and upper shoulder treatment is £110 for 90 minutes. Once you have had a full treatment and the lymph and fat have started to move, you may want to keep the momentum going with some follow up treatments.
Follow up treatments:
45 minutes – £55
20 minutes ‘mini’ targeted treatment – £30
*** Special Offer *** Book and pay for a full treatment and a 45 minute follow up treatment and get a 20 minute ‘mini treatment’ for £15 instead of £30.
You can see our reviews on Facebook …
“Being a therapist myself, but in different modalities, I am delighted to have found Lorraine and sound therapies … I can switch off and let her get on with it.
I have had numerous treatments, some are a little painful as we work on my sluggish Lymphatic System, some have been sheer bliss! Now we are adding ‘face lift’ to end my treatment…Wow what a difference! I can’t recommend Lorraine enough, lovely lady, knowledgeable and very professional”
Jane.
VIBRATIONAL CHRONO THERAPY (VCT)
A FOLLOW-ON TREATMENT, USED AFTER DEALING WITH PAIN, FASCIA AND FLUID ISSUES.
USED WHERE THERE IS A PATTERN OR RHYTHM ISSUE IN THE BRAIN (WHERE THE TIMING IS ‘OFF’)
A HELPFUL SUPPORT FOR PEOPLE WITH THE FOLLOWING ISSUES:
- ‘Walk and Talk’ (central pattern generator issue): stutter, slurred speech, paralysis rehab, Parkinson’s, MS
- Motor Function Conditions (central rhythm generator issue): ‘phantom limb’, paralysis rehab, tremors, Parkinson’s, MS, Huntinton’s, cerebral palsy, physical therapy, injury and surgery rehab, dyslexia, balance, tinnitus, blurred vision, clumsiness (proprioception issues), hiccups, restless legs
- Cognitive conditions (memory – storage and recall, behavioural, emotional): dementia, repressed memory, arrested development, addiction recovery, mental health issues – psychosis, bipolar, stress, anxiety, panic attacks, PTSD, depression, ADHD, OCD, autistic spectrum disorder
Short session: £55 (around 45 mins) / Full session: £75 (around 60-70 mins)
This treatment uses unweighted tuning forks about 3-5 inches off the body. The sensors in the skin relay the vibration to the brain, helping it to re-map the geography of the body. The vibration brings the brain and body into synchronisation. ‘Brain tuning’ using binaural beats (generated by tuning forks) work to reset and sync your internal ‘clocks’. For more details check out the website of VCT founders, Bobbi-Jo and Andrew Weaver – CLICK HERE and HERE
Here is an exerpt from the an article written by Andrew Weaver about VCT https://nehcacademy.com/science-of-biological-timing/
“We generally consider the cell to be the main building block of our body, and cells combine into tissue and further into systems (cardiovascular, nervous, respiratory) where all cells involved must operate and communicate in synchronicity.
Our master biological clock is a grouping of neuron cells within the hypothalamus at the end of the optic nerve. This clock is set to the rhythm of a light/dark (day/night) cycle which is synchronized to about a day or circadian rhythm. The word circadian actually means “about a day” and is more accurately represented with a variance of a few hours longer or shorter than a full day. When the circadian clock is unable to operate within its set parameters, we experience conditions like seasonal affective disorder (SAD), changes to eating and sleeping patterns, increase in mental or physical “episodes”, and immune system vulnerability.
Since our circadian clock rhythm controls so many major systems, we consider it a “master” clock where minor clocks entrain or synchronize to the same oscillation. Most clinical responses to the conditions list above use the visual sensory system to adjust the circadian clock because the optical processing system is directly related physically to the area of the brain where the grouping of circadian clock neurons is located.”
biofield tuning (BT)
REDUCE STRESS AND ANXIETY, HELPS LETTING GO OF EMOTIONAL BAGGAGE AND TRAUMA, HELPS RELIEVE PHYSICAL SYMPTOMS CAUSED BY EMOTIONAL TENSION, PROMOTES MENTAL, EMOTIONAL AND PHYSICAL WELLBEING
AN EFFECTIVE THERAPY FOR HUMANS AND ANIMALS
Short session: £55 (around 45 mins) / Full session: £75 (around 60-70 mins)
TAKE A LOOK AT THE ‘NEWS AND EVENTS’ PAGE TO FIND INFORMATION ABOUT CURRENT ‘Relax and Recharge’ GROUP SOUND THERAPY SESSIONS VIA ZOOM …. only £15 for 45 mins
This is what Eileen McKusick (founder) says about Biofield Tuning
What Happens in a Biofield Tuning Treatment? [link to the full article here]
During a Biofield Tuning session, a client lies fully clothed on a treatment table (or chair if more comfortable) whilst the practitioner activates a tuning fork and scans the body slowly beginning from a distance. The practitioner is feeling for resistance and turbulence in the client’s energy field, as well as listening for a change in the overtones and undertones of the tuning fork. When the practitioner encounters a turbulent area he/she continues to activate the tuning fork and hold it in that specific spot. Research suggests the body’s organizational energy uses the steady coherent vibrational frequency of the tuning fork to “tune” itself. In short order, the dissonance resolves and the sense of resistance gives way. … As the biofield dissonance subsides, clients generally report feeling “lighter” and a diminishment or resolution of their symptoms. One might interpret this as a kind of targeted nervous system biofeedback. Eileen has come to see this process as “consciousness hacking”, a side-door entry into the psyche – working with what has been hidden in plain view – which assists people in making changes they otherwise could not on their own.” [follow the link to full article]
What is the Biofield? [link to the full article here]
“In 1994 a panel of scientists at the National Institute of Health chose the word “biofield” to describe the field of energy and information that surrounds and interpenetrates the human body. The biofield is composed of both measurable electromagnetic energy and hypothetical subtle energy, or chi. This structure is also referred to as the “human energy field” or “aura.”
While western science has yet to describe and measure this energy, other cultures, especially ancient Indian or Vedic cultures describe it extensively. The term “chakra” (wheel) in Sanskirt, refers to spinning energy vortices which are seen as structures in the body’s subtle energy anatomy. Not coincidentally, within the body at each chakra location there is a corresponding large cluster of nerves or plexuses.” [follow the link to the full article]
Watch Eileen explain Biofield Tuning
You can also find her previous book, ‘Tuning the Human Biofield’, here.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
“Biofield Tuning is not advised for individuals who are extremely ill as it may create a strong healing response in the system. As the body releases tension, any toxins that have been held in constricted tissue are released which has the capacity to produce a detox effect, for example: flu-like symptoms, exhaustion, waves of emotion, loose stools and, in extreme cases (very rare), rashes and vomiting. Cancer, pregnancy, palliative care, recent concussion and pacemakers are contraindicated in Biofield Tuning” [Reiki or possibly voice-based sound healing may be more appropriate, depending on your health status – call to discuss contraindications].
CLASSIC SOUND HEALING THERAPY – VOICE AND INSTRUMENTS
AN EFFECTIVE TREATMENT FOR STRESS REDUCTION, RELAXATION, RESTORE BALANCE, PROMOTES EMOTIONAL, MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING, VERY GENTLE AND NURTURING. ALSO, AN EXCELLENT TOOL FOR SHAMANIC JOURNEYING, IF YOU ARE ON THAT PATH.
In this treatment I mostly use the voice to tone vowel sounds which vibrate over and through the body. This is called ‘toning’. As well as toning, I may also use some instruments (singing bowls, chimes and occassionally percussion instruments). This is wonderfully relaxing and nurturing, particularly for stress and restoring balance. I trained with the College of Sound Healing and here I learnt about the power of the voice. There is an old saying that “The voice is the only instrument made by God. All other instruments are made by man”.
Short session: £55 (around 45 mins) / Full session: £75 (around 60-70 mins)
Find out more about the College of Sound Healing, here.
Group SOUND BATHS
I offer private bookings for Sound Baths for groups of between 5 and 20 people at £15 per person (plus travel costs if outside of Malvern). These can be in:
>> care homes
>> retirement villages
>> hospitals
>> the workplace as part of your company’s staff wellbeing plan
>> your own home if you and a group of friends would like to immerse yourselves in this lovely sound experience.
With private bookings, the format, style, instruments used etc. can be adapted to the location and the participants. Also, you don’t have to lie down on a yoga mat (but you can if you want to, of course) … the main thing is to be in a comfortable position.
The Sound Bath usually lasts approximately 50 minutes with 15-20 minutes either side for logistics (set up/ sign in/pack down). Sounds I may use include: tuning forks (Solfeggio, Fibonacci and harmonic scale), singing bowls, crystal bowls, Koshi wind chimes, deep tone shamanic drums and percussion instruments (not loud), and vocal toning. Gongs can be used, if requested and booked in advance. The intention is for participants to experience calmness, relaxation and enhanced wellbeing, mentally, emotionally and physically.
Drop me an email to arrange a chat.
Fees can be negotiated in a commercial / charity / statutory provision setting for volume and regular health and wellbeing services for staff or service users.
“Deep rest and relaxation are the goal, says Auster. “Sound can bring balance, relaxation, and a sense of wholeness to the body. The sound of harmonic vibrations created by singing bowls, gongs, and other overtone-emitting instruments is intended to stimulate the alpha and theta brain waves, which are associated with deep meditative and peaceful states that are highly conducive to healing.”
The benefits are much like those of meditation, which is not surprising, since many sound therapists consider it a form of meditation.
https://www.everydayhealth.com/alternative-health/sound-baths-soothing-stress-with-sound/
sacred healing ceremony with Cacao, gongs, instruments, Essential oils, crystals and oracle cards
Cacao in Ceremony:
“Many people hear a calling to connect with the Cacao Spirit. This calling is described as curiosity, a longing for more connection, a whisper in the heart or a strong voice to reconnect with Mother Nature. Cacao is more than chocolate, it is a spiritual dimension, an intelligence that we cannot perceive with the mind, but with the heart, the intuition and through feelings.”
….. for more information about Cacao and Cacao Ceremony, I recommend you visit https://www.cacaomama.com/cacao-in-ceremony/
The gong is a wonderfully powerful healing instrument, taking you into a deep state of relaxation and altering your brain wave states, taking you from Beta down through Alpha to Theta (some even fall asleep and go into Delta waves!). I combine the gongs with Solfeggio tubular bells, Solfeggio and Koshi chimes, crystal bowls and singing bowls to create a magical soundscape for you to float through.
In addition, a bespoke selection of essential oils and crystals will be specially selected to support your emotional and mental wellbeing. The frequencies of the sounds, oils and crystals can help support healing on all levels. On a physical level, deep relaxation gives your body the best opportunity for cellular repair and regeneration.
I will also send you home with your customised essential oils blend in an inhaler (normally £8+).
If you would like it, I can also use my pendulum to draw a comforting and encouraging oracle card for you at the start of the session to further support your healing journey during the treatment (Denise Linn’s Native Spirit or Soul Coaching / Alana Fairchild’s Kuanyin).
2 hr session: £95 for a 1-2-1 healing treatment, or come with a friend for just £140 for both of you.
reiki
I also offer the very gentle therapy of Reiki, either as a stand-alone treatment or in combination with Sound Therapy. Short session: £55 (around 45 mins) / Full session: £75 (around 60-70 mins)
AN EFFECTIVE THERAPY FOR HUMANS AND ANIMALS.
As well as supporting wellbeing for young and old in their daily lives, Reiki is a well-established complementary therapy for end-of-life care, as outlined by Cancer Research UK, in the link above (extract, below):
“A Reiki practitioner aims to change and balance the energy fields in and around your body to help on a physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual level.
Reiki is a Japanese healing art that was developed by Dr Usui in Japan in the early 20th century. It is pronounced ray-key. You might also hear it called Reiki energy, Usui system of Reiki and therapeutic touch. The Japanese word Reiki means universal energy. Eastern medicine systems work with this energy, which flows through all living things and is vital to wellbeing. The energy is known as ‘Ki’ in Japan, ‘Chi’ in China and ‘prana’ in India. Reiki isn’t part of any type of religion or belief system. It is best described as a form of hands on healing used as a complementary therapy.
You don’t have to get undressed for treatment. You lie on a therapy bed and your Reiki practitioner might dim the lights or play soothing music. They put their hands on, or a few inches above your body. They will move their hands across your body, usually starting at your head and working down to your feet but may focus on particular areas of the body.
The aim is to move and balance the energy within and around your body, and to get rid of any energy blocks to encourage healing and strengthen your energy.
You might feel a tingling sensation, a deep relaxation, or warmth or coolness throughout your body. Or, you might not feel anything at all. Practitioners say this doesn’t mean the treatment isn’t working.”
DISCLAIMER – A Sound Healer / Reiki Practitioner is not a doctor / vet and therefore will not diagnose or treat a specific illness. These services are not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment from a doctor or health care professional (or Vet in the case of animal clients). They are designed to enhance your total wellness and should be used in conjunction with your traditional medical (or veterinary) care.
ESSENTIAL OILS Consultations
As a qualified Essential Oils Practitioner, I offer consultations for Essential Oils to support your health and wellbeing – your initial consultation is £30 for 30 minutes and includes £10 towards the cost for products. Subsequent consultations are £10 for <15mins, not including products (oils vary widely in price depending on rarity and availability).
Like many people, I have used essential oils for decades. However, it is only after an intensive year of study, 60+ case studies, written assignments and a very rigorous three hour written exam (no multiple choices here!) that I realise my previous knowledge was sorely lacking! I was astonished to learn how many oils, even the common oils, can have serious side effects if used incorrectly, and without due regard for their chemical profiles. I am now acutely aware of the need for the public to be advised by properly qualified and insured Aromatherapist / Essential Oils Practitioners.
Essential Oils, dispensed with care and the right advice, can get to the heart of an issue remarkably quickly and efficiently. Essential Oils have traditionally been used to help with physical ailments. What is less well known is that they are also particularly good at helping us process emotions which, in turn, can help our bodies to recover from health issues where emotions are a causal factor.
The oils I use come from reliable suppliers who are very highly regarded in the industry. They are top quality, therapeutic grade, often organic, ethically and sustainably sourced, and often very expensive! My suppliers include: Luminescents, Aqua Oleum, NHR Organic Oils, Mystic Moments, Quinessence, Na’vi Organics, Fragrant Earth, Denise Brown, Shechina Essential Oils, Naissance Organic, Huiles et Sens, Oshadhi.
INHALERS from £5 (depending on oils selected – average £8) – Great for respiratory issues or when clearing emotional blocks
ROLLER-BALL BOTTLES – Essential oils in Jojoba, from £8 (depending on size and oils selected – average £10 for 10ml) – Great for applying to pulse points, like a perfume, or applying to small areas
MASSAGE OILS / RUBS (can also be added to bath) – from £8 (depending on size and oils selected – average £12 for 30ml)
CUSTOMISED FACE CREAMS – >90% organic with no nasties:
Additional Ingredient options available (most are organic): Wide range of Essential Oils, Jojoba oil, Raspberry Seed Oil, Rosehip oil, Black Seed Oil, Avocado oil; Chamomile/Rose/Lavander Hydrosols, Aloe Vera Gel, Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamins C and E,
Base Cream Ingredients: Sunflower Seed, Cocoa Seed Butter, Shea Butter, Olive, Linseed, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerine, Sucrose Stearate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Coco-Glucoside, Coconut Alcohol, Vitamins E, Xanthan Gum, Lactic Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol
Please drop me a text, or email me with your phone number, and I will call you back for a chat. soundtherapymalvern@gmail.com Lorraine: 07709 202884
Sound Therapy Malvern 