THERAPEUTIC SOUND JOURNEYS

Q: Who is a sound bath NOT suitable for?

Please contact me before booking if you are pregnant, have epilepsy or tinnitus, severe mental illness (psychosis, schizophrenia, drug dependency), are recovering from surgery or have an implanted heart pacemaker, stent or shunt. We will talk through any contraindications and explore whether a sound bath is right for you.

Q: I am not comfortable lying on the floor, can I still come to a sound bath?

Lying on the floor is one way to experience a Sound Bath. If this is not possible, you are also welcome to sit on a cushion or chair. If bringing a chair I will ask that you sit on the edge of the room so as not to block the flow of energy and sound for others.

Q: What's the point of a sound bath?

Listen to Kat answer this question posed by the BBC ahead of her first sound bath at Seagrave Village Hall. https://www.berryandbloom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/BBC-Leics-soundbath.m4a

Q: Will a sound bath help me sleep?

Most people report of a “ good night’s sleep ” after a Sound Bath which often extends into a calm, centred feeling the next day. A Sound Bath can help you access a reflective, self-healing state and invite calm into your daily life, and further promote healthy sleep.

Q: Can I buy a sound bath for someone else?

Yes! Sound bath gift vouchers are available in the shop so you can gift the power of sound to a loved one.

More than a sound bath.

I offer therapeutic sound journeys across Leicestershire, combining immersive sound, mindfulness and hypnotherapeutic principles to support deep relaxation, nervous system regulation and altered states of consciousness.

Drawing on over seventeen years of experience as a clinical hypnotherapist, mindfulness teacher and counsellor, I create carefully held spaces where sound becomes a pathway to rest, reflection and reconnection.

Why this work matters to me

Throughout my years working therapeutically, I have witnessed how difficult many people find it to truly switch off.

Even when we stop physically, our minds often continue racing, analysing and planning.

Sound, mindfulness and hypnosis each offer pathways into a different state of being — one that allows the mind and body to soften, restore and reconnect.

Bringing these approaches together has become one of the most powerful ways I know to support wellbeing.

My Approach

Every sound practitioner works differently.

My background in clinical hypnotherapy, mindfulness and counselling shapes every aspect of the experience I offer.

Each session is carefully designed to support the natural cultivation of altered states of consciousness through a combination of mindfulness practices, therapeutic language, intentional silence and immersive sound.

Attention is given not only to what is played, but to how the space is held, how participants are guided into relaxation and how they are supported to integrate afterwards.

The result is a deeply restorative experience that is both grounding and expansive.

You can watch me on a recent podcast talking about sound healing here.

The tools I use

I work with a range of therapeutic sound instruments including Himalayan singing bowls, crystal bowls, gongs, chimes, percussion, strings and voice.

Each instrument offers its own qualities and textures. Rather than focusing on specific frequencies or techniques, I use these instruments intuitively and intentionally to support the overall journey and the needs of the group.

The instruments are important, but they are only one part of the experience. The way sound is woven together with mindfulness, therapeutic presence and skilled facilitation is what creates the depth of the journey.

The Power of Altered States of Consciousness

Altered states of consciousness are a natural part of human experience.

We move into them during meditation, daydreaming, creative flow and the moments before sleep.

Research and lived experience suggest these states can support restoration, emotional processing, creativity and wellbeing.

My work is informed by a deep respect for these states and the conditions that allow them to emerge safely and naturally.

Sound, mindfulness and hypnosis each provide different pathways into these experiences. Together they can create profound opportunities for rest, insight and renewal.

Who this is for

These journeys are particularly suited to people who:

Feel overwhelmed or mentally busy
Struggle to switch off and rest deeply
Are experiencing stress or burnout
Want to reconnect with themselves
Are curious about meditation but find it difficult to quiet the mind
Work in caring, therapeutic or high-responsibility roles
Are seeking a meaningful experience of stillness and self-reflection

No previous experience with meditation, hypnosis or sound work is needed.

“I first came to Kat’s sound baths almost two years ago when I was feeling extremely stressed and exhausted and knew I needed to make some proper space for rest and relaxation. I loved my first session so much that I knew I wanted to come every month, and it has now become a non-negotiable couple of hours of self-care for me. There is always such a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. I love getting cosy and comfortable, breathing deeply and allowing myself to relax into the sounds. I leave feeling completely grounded, calm and relaxed — I’m so chilled, I feel like I float home! To anyone thinking about trying a sound bath, I highly recommend you do.”

Marianne

A Quick Glance at Dates & Booking

Here's a quick list of upcoming public sound events with links to book. It will be kept up to date as new events are added. Please click the link or scroll down for dates further in advance and information about locations:

Tuesday 20th October @ Mountsorrel Memorial Centre - 6PM or 8PM

Sunday 25th October Sunday evening Sound @ Waltham on the Wolds - BOOK HERE

Friday 30th October 1:1 Integral Sound Healing sessions @ Cycles of Change - FIND OUT MORE HERE

Tuesday 10th November @ Mountsorrel Memorial Centre - 6PM or 8PM

Sunday 22nd November Sunday evening Sound @ Waltham on the Wolds - BOOK HERE

Friday 27^th November Acu-Gong @ Seagrave - BOOK HERE

Sunday 29^th November Sunday morning Sound @ Seagrave - BOOK HERE

Tuesday 1st December @ Mountsorrel Memorial Centre - 6PM or 8PM

Friday 4th December 1:1 Integral Sound Healing sessions @ Cycles of Change - FIND OUT MORE HERE

Friday 18th December Solstice Beats @ Seagrave - BOOK HERE

Tuesday 5th January @ Mountsorrel Memorial Centre - 6PM or 8PM

Friday 15^th January Acu-Gong @ Seagrave - BOOK HERE

Sunday 17^th January Sunday morning Sound @ Seagrave - BOOK HERE

Sunday 24th January Sunday evening Sound @ Waltham on the Wolds - BOOK HERE

Sunday 31st January Resonance Art : Imbolc @ In The Woods - BOOK HERE

People often arrive expecting a sound bath.

What they discover is something much more personal.

For some it is profound relaxation.
For others it is clarity, creativity, emotional release or simply a rare opportunity to rest.

My intention is not to create an experience for you, but to create the conditions in which your own experience can unfold.

Sound is the vehicle.

Consciousness is the journey.

Community sound baths at Mountsorrel

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I host monthly sound baths in the gorgeous Billson Room at Mountsorrel Memorial Centre, 105 Leicester Road, Mountsorrel, LE12 7DB

Tuesday 20th October - 6pm - BOOK HERE | 8pm - BOOK HERE

Tuesday 10th November - 6pm - BOOK HERE | 8pm - BOOK HERE

Tuesday 1st December - 6pm - BOOK HERE | 8pm - BOOK HERE

Please bring all you need to be super comfy and warm on the ground. A yoga mat, blankets, cushion, eye pillow are recommended. I can bring yoga mats for you if you let me know in advance (first come first served!)

If you'd prefer to be seated you are very welcome to bring a camping / deck chair.

Community sound baths at Waltham

I hold monthly sound baths in this modern, spacious village hall which is both intimate and resonant. Waltham on the Wolds Village Hall, 19 Goadby Road, Waltham on the Wolds LE14 4AG

Sunday 25th October, 7pm - 8.30pm - BOOK HERE

Sunday 22nd November, 7pm - 8.30pm - BOOK HERE

Sunday 13th December, 7pm - 8.30pm - BOOK HERE

Please bring all you need to be super comfy and warm. A yoga mat, blankets, cushion, eye mask are recommended. I can bring yoga mats for you if you let me know in advance (first come first served!)

If you find it difficult to be on the ground you are also welcome to bring a camping chair if you'd prefer.

"I've never experienced anything like that.

It's so interesting and I will definitely be back for more!"

"I have never been to anything spiritual or meditative before, the sound bath last week was my first tentative step and I thoroughly enjoyed it."

"I was at my first sound bath with you on Friday. Just wanted to say how much I enjoyed it, and how much I needed it. I was quite stressed out, had a week of no time to myself, one activity leading to another, and felt detached. The sound bath grounded and calmed me, and I had a great night's sleep that night....feeling refreshed the next day."

"The sound baths have been a wonderful break from thinking and often take me to the most amazing visualisations walking through golden sunrise or sunset cornfields, or in forests and through snowy lamp lit villages, complete with all the sounds and smells, quite a vivid and beautiful experience. Thank you."

"That was more relaxing than a spa day!"

"I have hearing aids and it’s weird because when I have them in, I hear the sounds around me but when I take them out it’s like the sound's IN my head. Love that!"

Acu-Gong

Moving with the Seasons

As the seasons change, so do our needs.

Our Acu-Gong gatherings take inspiration from the ancient principles of Chinese medicine, offering a space to reconnect with the changing rhythms of nature and ourselves.

From the deep, restorative stillness of winter to the gentle awakening of spring, each evening brings together individualised acupuncture and immersive therapeutic sound, with a seasonal intention at its heart.

Our forthcoming gatherings:

27 November – Turning Inward
15 January – The Wisdom of Winter
19 March – The Energy of Emergence

Blending two ancient medicines, Acu-gong utilises Acupuncture to open up doorways into your internal world, so that you receive the healing frequencies of a sound bath in a deeper way. This experience is tailored to you as an individual, but also utilises the co-creative power of the collective in a sacred and safe setting.

Turning Inward : Friday 27th November - 7pm - 9.15pm - BOOK HERE

The Wisdom of Winter : Friday 15th January - 7pm - 9.15pm - BOOK HERE

The Energy of Emergence : Friday 19th March - 7pm - 9.15pm - BOOK HERE

Places are strictly limited to just 12 to allow for our specific attention and focus during this intimate, rich and bespoke experience.

Wishing you every success."

“I wanted to say how much I enjoyed last night’s session.

In fact, I have been a bit blown away by what happened during and since! I feel like an enormous psychic block/weight has been lifted from me. It’s difficult to describe, but I feel now like a completely clear bell of crystal surrounds me and I feel filled with light. I realise that probably sounds a bit dramatic, but I can’t think of another way to describe it!!

Massive thanks to you both for being such wonderful channels of Spirit. I’m still feeling filled up with gratitude”.

"Friday was wonderful - thank you. I walked into such a beautiful space that looked and felt special. The energy was so calming and peaceful and was just what I needed. The loveliness of both of you shone through.

I found some of the sounds unusual and intriguing - and really noticed how they affected my body. I left feeling very floaty and cam - and felt the ‘hum’ of the sounds in my body for a couple of days after. The acupuncture while receiving these sounds intensified the experience.

I booked for the next session the next morning and am very much looking forward to it.

Thank you both for being pioneers in this."

Sound Bath FAQs?

Things to know when booking...

When you book you will receive an email confirmation right away. If you do not receive one then the chances are you have not completed the booking process (please check your Junk / Spam email folder!).

About a week before an event I send an email to remind you of timings, location, what to bring etc.

Please add kat@berryandbloom.com to your Contacts / Address Book so you can be sure to receive these important emails.

What should I wear / bring?

PLEASE DRESS COMFORTABLY. Bring your own yoga mat, and a cushion; a blanket, eye pillow or anything else that will help you to feel more comfortable is most welcome. No inflatables please (they squeak and creak!).

I can bring mats and eye pillows for anyone who needs them, just let me know in advance (these will be allocated on a first come first served basis).

I have recently put together 10 top tips for making the most of a sound session - you can read that here.

Who is a sound bath NOT suitable for?

I've booked a sound bath and now can't go, what do I do?

Tickets are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend an event you have booked for, you are welcome to transfer your ticket to another person if you wish, please advise me of any change (including their email address) and ensure they have the information emailed to you.

If you are unable to re-gift your place, let me know. If I am able to fill it I am happy to offer you a transfer to another event.

For all Terms & Conditions please read terms and conditions here

I am not comfortable lying on the floor, can I still come to a sound bath?

What's the point of a sound bath?

Am I listening to music?

You aren’t listening to music in the formal sense. Though the sounds come from instruments, they don’t incorporate melody, harmony, rhythm and arrangements like music does. The less-structured sounds in a Sound Bath help you listen without judgement.

Sound Baths remove the desire for reaction and analysis that you might have with a pop song, and allow the listener to go deeper into their own experience.

Is it meditation?

It is not meditation as you may traditionally think of it, but the Sound Bath experience can be helpful for anyone who wants to access the benefits of meditation or a period of relaxation. Instead of a meditative practice that requires you to sit up straight or have a point of focus or recite a complicated mantra or count your breaths, all you have to do during a Sound Bath is listen.

Sound is ephemeral – this particular sound is only happening right NOW – and thus an awareness of each sound helps you connect to the present moment, and explore mindfulness.

This experience can be beneficial for both beginners of meditation and experienced meditators.

Will a sound bath help me sleep?

Can I buy a sound bath for someone else?

Gift a sound bath

Gift the experience of a sound bath to a loved one with a gift voucher.

Choose from a community sound bath, a Wheel of the Year or Acu-Gong event.

You will be emailed a pdf you can forward or print out to give to the lucky recipient. They can then select the date that best suits them.

Gift vouchers are available here

Private Sound Baths

Private sessions for you, your family, a group of friends or even at your workplace are possible.

Alongside the 1:1 integral sound healing sessions I hold in Leicestershire, I am happy to curate and host a well-being event for your organisation, a ceremonial sound bath for your sister circle or a birthday celebration with a difference.

Just drop me a line with your thoughts and I will do what I can to create a bespoke experience for you.

Contact me to arrange a private sound bath

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