Courses & Workshops
Introduction to Sound Therapy
I offer introductory workshops on Sound Therapy with voice and instruments to counsellors, psychotherapists and general public.
Chants & Mantras
I offer chant and mantra workshops, from a brief 1 hour introduction to a whole day.
Write Your Own Healing Song
I teach short workshops on how to create your very own healing song or chant. No previous experience necessary. You can read my article on the topic here.
Trauma Informed Practice for Sound Healers
I teach introductory weekend courses on trauma-informed theory and practice for sound practitioners. The next course is scheduled for 20-21st November 2024, more details here.
In 2025 I will be teaching this workshop in Nice, France on 3rd-4th May, and the UK course will take place in autumn 2025 (dates TBC)
Bringing Sound Into Creative Therapy
I teach workshops to creative therapy professionals, including sandplay therapists and art therapists, on how to incorporate Sound into their work, e.g. Sound in the Sand workshop
Articles on Sound Healing
Some of my articles on the topics of sound:
How to Get the Best from Gong Meditation
How to Create Your Own Healing Song
How to be a "Master Sound Healer": A Bad Instruction Manual
Gong Bath Meditations
Healing and meditation with Gongs and other instruments is probably not like anything you have tried before. Many people describe that they experience a deep and profound meditative state whilst being bathed in beautiful sounds.
To find out how to make the best out of a gong meditation, you can read Masha's article here.
Some feedback from participants:
“Just home after my first session and I loved it so much!! I was hesitant as I really struggle to chill out and switch off so if this can work for me it can work for anyone.”
"The gong bath meditations help to calm my buzzing mind and help with the anxiety I am feeling at this moment. I find them very relaxing and sleep soundly after. Masha is a great host and helps you to feel at ease."
“For me Masha's Gong Bath Meditations have been like a rapid track into a very deep meditative state. I do not experience this depth as soon through other practices. I love it!”
Some of the possible effects of sound healing sessions may include:
Improving quality of sleep
Calming the over-active mind
Deep relaxation
Relieving tension, pains and aches
Connecting with your intuition and creativity
Facilitating meditative and transcendent states
Masha offers one-to-one or group Gong Bath sessions. "Gong bath" or “sound bath” does not involve any water and are undertaken fully clothed. These terms are often used because many people describe the experience of being “bathed” in the sounds during these sessions. For both one-to-one and group Gong Baths, you will typically lie down on a soft bed on the floor, and simply rest, listening to the sounds around you. Some people prefer to sit up for the sound sessions, which is fine.
The monthly Drumming Circle is paused for the moment, if you are interested in joining in the future, please contact Masha.
Sessions
Individual Gong Healing Sessions
Individual Gong Healing Sessions
Individual Gong Healing Sessions
These take place at The Sand & Sound Centre. A session lasts approximately one hour and costs £50, or £60 for couples. Discounts may be available if you are on low income. To enquire or book an appointment, contact Masha.
Group Gong Bath Meditations
Individual Gong Healing Sessions
Individual Gong Healing Sessions
At the moment the Group Gong Bath Meditations are on hold, and only individual/couples sessions are available.
Sound Healing Circle
Individual Gong Healing Sessions
Sound Healing Circle
The Sound Healing Circle usually takes place on 1st Wednesday of every month (except January and August) in Glossop area, and is facilitated by Rhiannon Becque. To enquire or book your place, contact Rhiannon rhiannon@gillbeque.co.uk
Drumming Circle
Sound Healing Circle
The monthly Drumming Circle is currently paused. To enquire email Masha masha@practicalhappiness.co.uk
Individual Drum Healing Sessions
One-to-one drum healing sessions take place at The Sand & Sound Centre, and cost £35, with discounts available if you are on low income. The session takes about 40 minutes and can be conducted in a seated or lying down position. To enquire or book an appointment, email Masha masha@practicalhappiness.co.uk
Online Sound Healing Events
Throughout the lockdown of 2020, Masha offered regular weekly online Gong Meditations, daily Garden River Meditations and occasionally other events on her Facebook page. These are still offered occasionally, and all the recordings of previous meditations and events can be accessed for free on Masha's Sand & Sound Centre Facebook page
Gong Aftercare Notes
After your Gong Bath Meditation...
A few important aftercare tips for participants Gong Bath Meditations (especially when attending your first gong event):
1) The gongs will continue working for a couple of days after the gong bath and you may experience some mild after-effects, like tiredness, possibly headaches, may be feeling more emotional than usual. This is completely normal and should subside soon.
2) It is not unusual to get some new awareness, insights and different ways of looking at things.
3) Drinking plenty of water (room temperature or slightly warm is better than cold or hot) will support the healing process.
4) Do try to have as much rest as possible for the next couple of days, and if you are working try at least to take regular short breaks.
5) Spending time outdoors, in the garden, park, other green spaces, connecting with the Earth, is also really good.
Feel free to get in touch with me if you need to, by email masha@practicalhappiness.co.uk or text 07887 617558.
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