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There are moments when your mind keeps going… but your body is asking for something different.
Rest. Release. A reset.
Somatic Sound Therapy is a trauma-informed, body-based experience designed to help your nervous system shift out of stress and into a state of calm, safety, and restoration. Because healing doesn’t just happen through thinking, it happens through feeling, sensing, and experiencing.
What Is Somatic Sound Bath Therapy?
This isn’t just a “sound bath.” And it’s not passive relaxation.
Somatic Sound Therapy blends therapeutic sound frequencies with guided body awareness to gently support your nervous system in letting go of what it’s been holding.
Using instruments such as crystal singing bowls, chimes, and grounding tones, the experience works on multiple levels:
Brain: Slows down overactive thought patterns
Body: Releases stored tension and stress
Nervous System: Signals safety and regulation
Emotions: Creates space for processing and release
Led by a trauma-informed psychotherapists, each session is intentionally designed to be both grounding and therapeutic.
Why Sound? (The Neuroscience Behind It)
When your nervous system has been stuck in stress, burnout, or emotional overwhelm, it starts to run on a faster, more activated rhythm—and you can’t simply think your way out of that. Sound offers a different pathway. Through a process called brainwave entrainment, your brain naturally begins to sync with the rhythms and frequencies it hears during a sound bath. Instead of forcing calm, the sound gives your system something steady to follow, gently interrupting that state of overdrive.
As you settle into the experience, your brain can shift into slower wave states. Alpha waves support a sense of relaxed, grounded awareness. Theta waves open the door for deeper emotional processing and creativity. Delta waves bring the body into rest and repair. These aren’t states you have to create—they’re states your nervous system already knows, but may have lost access to under chronic stress.
Rather than working top-down through thinking and analysis, sound works from the bottom up—through the body and sensory system. Your mind and body begin to mirror the frequencies around you, allowing calm to emerge more naturally. It’s less about trying to relax, and more about your system remembering how.
Who Is This For?
This experience may support you if you’re:
Feeling burnt out, overwhelmed, or constantly “on”
Looking for deeper insight in understanding of self
Experiencing anxiety, emotional heaviness, or restlessness
Feeling numb, disconnected, or stuck in your head
Curious about deeper, body-based healing beyond talk therapy
Looking for intentional rest and nervous system reset
You don’t need any prior experience. Just a willingness to show up—and receive.
What To Expect
Each session is a carefully guided journey that may include:
Gentle arrival and intention setting
Guided somatic awareness
Immersive sound journey using therapeutic instruments such as crystal bowls, himalayan bowls and vocals.
Space for integration and stillness
There’s nothing you need to do. No performance. No pressure. Just space to be.
Laura Cowal | Sound & Somatic Therapist
Sara Saniee | Breathwork & Somatic Therapist
The Benefits
Clients often report:
A deep sense of calm and relaxation
Reduced anxiety and mental chatter
Improved sleep and nervous system regulation
Emotional release and clarity
A feeling of being more connected to themselves
Reserve Your Spot in Our Upcoming Somatic Sound Bath Session in Vaughan.
Somatic Sound Bath Session in Vaughan, Woodbridge, Richmond Hill, Maple, King City Inner Summits.
Date: August 11, 2026 (event full); Monday, October 5, 2026 (open spots)
Evening: 6:00 PM (doors close at 6:15 PM)
Location: 9401 Jane Street, Suite 306, Vaughan, ON
Sign up: email us at therapy@innersummits.ca to be placed on the cancellation list for August 11-2026 or sign up for October 5th-2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Not at all. No previous experience is required. Our Somatic Sound Bath Therapy sessions are designed to be welcoming, accessible, and supportive for both beginners and those with an established mindfulness or wellness practice. Every experience is gently guided by a psychotherapist and an accredited music therapist, allowing you to simply arrive as you are and let your nervous system settle at its own pace.
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We provide yoga mats, blankets, bolsters, and eye pillows for your comfort. You may wish to bring a pillow, extra blanket, water bottle, or anything else that helps you feel cozy and supported. The goal is to create a space where your body can fully relax.
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Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows you to breathe deeply and relax without restriction. Layers are recommended, as your body temperature may naturally shift as your nervous system settles into a restorative state.
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Yes. Our Somatic Sound Bath sessions are offered as Mindfulness Group Psychotherapy and are facilitated by a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) and/or a Registered Social Worker (RSW). As a result, they are often eligible for reimbursement under extended health insurance plans that cover group psychotherapy provided by these regulated professionals.
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That's perfectly okay. Falling asleep often means your nervous system finally feels safe enough to rest. Even while sleeping, your brain and body continue responding to the therapeutic sounds and frequencies. Many participants wake feeling refreshed and deeply restored.
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Emotional responses are a natural part of nervous system healing. As the body begins to relax, stored stress, grief, or other emotions may gently surface. There is no expectation to share or process anything publicly. You're encouraged to simply notice whatever arises with compassion while our facilitators create a safe, trauma-informed environment throughout the experience.
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Our sessions incorporate a carefully curated selection of therapeutic instruments, including crystal singing bowls, Himalayan bowls, monochords, chimes, drums, and other resonant instruments chosen for their calming qualities. We intentionally avoid overwhelming sensory experiences and prioritize sounds that support nervous system regulation, safety, and deep relaxation.
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There is no single recommendation that fits everyone. Some people attend monthly as part of their self-care routine, while others benefit from weekly sessions during periods of heightened stress, burnout, grief, or life transition. Like many wellness practices, consistency tends to produce more lasting benefits for nervous system regulation and emotional resilience.
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Absolutely. Many participants find that Somatic Sound Bath Therapy complements individual psychotherapy beautifully. The experience can deepen body awareness, support nervous system regulation, and create greater emotional openness, making it a valuable addition alongside somatic therapy, EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, psychedelic integration, mindfulness, and other trauma-informed approaches. Many therapists also recommend sound therapy between sessions to help reinforce regulation skills.
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For most people, yes. Our sessions are intentionally designed to be gentle, trauma-informed, and regulation-focused rather than intense or overwhelming. However, if you have uncontrolled epilepsy, severe sound sensitivities, certain psychiatric conditions involving active psychosis or mania, or any medical condition that may be affected by prolonged relaxation or sound exposure, we recommend speaking with your healthcare provider before attending. If you're pregnant, have hearing devices, or have specific health concerns, please let us know in advance so we can help you determine whether the experience is appropriate for you.