What is Sound and Energy Healing?
Sound and energy healing sessions are unique to the individual and setting and may include gongs, singing bowls, bells, and other tools and techniques such as Brennan Healing Science* and Peter Hess ® Sound Massage†. The combination of sounds, particularly those lacking distinct harmony and melody may cause one’s cognitive processes and ego function to become distracted, making space for deeper subconscious processing to take place and increasing brain activity in regions outside of the default mode network. It is generally accepted that sound and energy healing create a state of deep relaxation and may also stimulate innate healing abilities in the human body. Sound is transmitted via pressure waves which are received by the human ear. Clients may also experience vibrations transmitted through their body. This is somewhat similar to what is known as “bone conduction” (which is generally used to transmit sound in high-noise environments).
*Dr. Khalsa studied energy healing at the Barbara Brennan School for Healing in Europe from 2005 – 2011.
†Dr. Khalsa studied a form of sound healing known as Peter Hess® Sound Massage through the Peter Hess Akademia Schweiz and the Peter Hess Institute during the period from 2009 – 2013.
Sound and Energy Healing Research
Some research suggests that gongs may induce altered states of consciousness (ASCs). While there is a growing body of research studying the effects of instruments such as singing bowls, there is virtually no scientific research studying gong meditation. Dr. Khalsa’s goal is to fill a gap in the research literature for gong meditation. Initial studies will explore the clinical (i.e., psychological) benefits for individuals with a mental disorder. In addition to clinical studies, one hypothesis Dr. Khalsa hopes to explore in a future study is that gong meditation induces gestalt-like vignettes where an image or thought arises from the background of one’s consciousness, is processed, and gradually recedes once again into the background only to make space for something else. In addition, gong meditation may be a good fit as part of micro-dosing treatment protocols. Dr. Khalsa is interested in whether combining the two might result in increased benefits to those receiving treatment.
Things to do in Sedona, Arizona
One of the best things to do in Sedona, Arizona is get a sound and energy healing session. If you are traveling to Sedona, Arizona and would like to organize a private sound and energy healing session with Dr. Khalsa, please reach out via the link below.
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