This in-person treatment takes about an hour, or 90 minutes if combined with Craniosacral Therapy for more in-depth work. The unique combination of sound and vibration can have the effect of potentially relieving stress and anxiety. It can also help resolve other emotional or more structural issues.

I use a hand-beaten Tibetan bowl, created specifically for this purpose, both around and directly on your fully clothed body, while you initially sit and then lie on the treatment couch. Striking the bowl enables the combination of frequency and vibration to send sound waves not only through the body, but also through the air and the couch itself.

This is often noticed as warmth or a tingling sensation, with the effect frequently felt throughout the nervous system. Within a short period of time, the body softens and tension releases. This could manifest as occasional small twitches and tremors, or even as spontaneous changes in your breathing. This may be followed closely by a softening of the eyes, yawning or swallowing, leading to a state of deep relaxation.

During the session, the vibrations help activate circulation and improve the ability of all of the cells to receive oxygen and nutrients. This can promote the release of any physical and emotional blocks. It can also support a move toward realignment and rebalancing of our original blueprint for homeostasis.

The session comes to a close with a short sound bath. This may or may not be followed directly with Craniosacral Therapy for an even more profound experience.

If you would like to know more about this incredible form of sound healing, which complements my other work so well, this testimonial from a client who has enjoyed several sessions with me provides much more information:

“I recently experienced a series of Sonic Bodywork and VibroAcoustic Massage with Himalayan Singing Bowls sessions with Sarah, and found them to be deeply profound.

From the very first session, I experienced the different sound frequencies gently lifting me into a more expanded state of awareness. It felt as though I was able to access a different dimension of consciousness where the frequency itself had shifted.

This is not unfamiliar territory for me, as I have explored expanded states of consciousness over many years, yet I found these sessions to have a unique purity, clarity and deeply uplifting quality.

Alongside my conscious experience, I was intuitively aware of subtle but profound changes taking place at a much deeper level. They were the kind of changes that the conscious mind may not immediately perceive, but that the body seems to recognise and integrate naturally. There was a quiet sense of restoration and reorganisation occurring beneath conscious awareness.

Sarah is an exceptionally skilled practitioner. She is calm, grounded, deeply present and creates a safe, supportive space in which genuine healing can unfold. Her work is underpinned by a high level of integrity, together with an impressive understanding of anatomy, the nervous system and the intricate ways in which body and mind interact.

As a fellow therapist and healer, I recognise the depth, sensitivity and professionalism that Sarah brings to her work. I would recommend her without hesitation to anyone interested in experiencing the profound benefits of VibroAcoustic Massage.”

Another client who experienced a 90-minute VibroAcoustic Craniosacral Therapy session said:

“Sarah is a very experienced practitioner who has helped me immensely after a recent injury. She has the ability to make you feel so comfortable and has a deep understanding of how the body works on an energetic level.

I had experienced the singing bowls with her before and found combining it with the craniosacral therapy to be really effective.

The vibration from the bowls is a lovely experience and each area resonates differently. Slightly different sounds and vibrations were noticeable depending on where the bowl was placed. I could really feel the energy around my head moving and the sensation in my feet was so relaxing. When Sarah finished working with the bowl, I really felt the vibration open my energy channels.

When she started the second part of the treatment, I fell into a very deep relaxation, as if my energy was floating and rebalancing through my body. The time passed so quickly. I had been quite stressed when I arrived but was so energised and relaxed at the end.

I would highly recommend the VibroAcoustic Craniosacral Therapy treatment, as the two therapies combined really complement each other.”

If any of these clients’ experiences resonate with you, please get in touch. I offer a thirty-minute call free of charge. Email sarah@ytenehealing.co.uk or call me on 07747 111040. A gift voucher is also available for both the 60-minute and 90-minute VibroAcoustic Massage sessions.

Please note that there are some contraindications for VibroAcoustic Massage. A screening form will be sent to you in advance.

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What do I mean by this?

Think of yourself as a ‘you’ shaped container, with your skin being the outer wall. Into that container, throughout the whole of your life, you have stored not just mental and emotional memories but also somatic (sensation and feeling) memories. When we are very young, before our brains are fully developed, memories are stored somatically in the tissue and organs of the body, along with any physical injuries and accidents.

As our brains grow through early childhood, more and more connections are made. We become able to attach basic stories to sensations as our cognition develops. If all goes well and early life is kind to us, we are most likely moving towards full cognition around the time of puberty and then onwards into adulthood. If this is the case, our nervous systems should have the capacity to cope with stress fairly well. Real life is like a roller coaster with all its ups and downs. A healthy nervous system will be able to ride those waves.

It is only when major life events happen that the healthy, well-resourced nervous system may struggle.

However, this person’s container should have enough space within it for them to work their way through life’s difficulties. It may well be tough. But they will emerge on the other side with help from their own resilience and those close to them or even help from a therapist.

On the other hand, if our early lives or teenage years are disrupted and emotionally challenging, we emerge from puberty with a lack of cognitive maturity and an already full container. As we move into adult life, we may find our behaviour is still very much informed by the somatic memories of our younger years. Rather than being able to measure our response relative to what is happening in the present moment, we may find ourselves reacting to what is going on based on past experience.

To help us manage on a day-to-day basis, we may modify our behaviour in relation to everyday tasks. Rather than share our difficulties with close friends or family, we may keep our own counsel. We may avoid social situations or use potentially harmful coping strategies to help get us through challenging situations. We are less likely to ask for help, and there may be shame around the thought of not being able to cope.

Everyday life can become a stress in itself, and emotions difficult to manage.

Our container was already full to the brim with difficult early childhood experiences. Now, the nervous system feels constantly overwhelmed. We may even experience debilitating physical symptoms and feel we can no longer cope.

Peter Levine, the founder and creator of the Somatic Experiencing® approach, says that events that happen “too much, too fast, too soon or for too long” can push us to the point of overwhelm.

How can I help with stress?

From my perspective, putting in place strategies to help down-regulate my client’s nervous system is paramount. I keep it simple, teaching vital but basic exercises that can be remembered and drawn on at those difficult times. We also look at resourcing and awareness to help build capacity in the container.

Initially, we may look to unpick some of the less difficult experiences from the client’s container to create some space. These may be the result of physical issues, accidents, injuries or operations. By helping shift some of these physical blockages, we are able to help restore flow throughout the body. This can help lead to clearer thought.

I use a combination of Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy and Somatic Experiencing®  to help clients unwind and release constrictions in their body tissue as well as to provide support for and rebalance their nervous system during the session. In nearly all instances, clients say they feel much more relaxed and calmer at the end of each session.

This allows the possibility of being able to sit back and take a look at where that person feels they would like more help to create change in their life. The bigger issues can be worked with when they are feeling stronger and more resourced.

Both Somatic Experiencing® and Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy are, by definition, trauma-attuned modalities. Used together, either online or in-person, they can facilitate the resolution of embodied trauma in a very profound but gentle way, honouring the unique wishes and needs of each client.

If you think you could benefit from working with me, please get in touch. Email sarah@ytenehealing.co.uk or call me on 07747 111040.

Please remember to contact your medical practitioner in the first instance if you have any concerns regarding your health.

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