September - November 2024

SOUND HEALING PRACTITIONER TRAINING

3 month IPHM accredited training delving into all things sound, vibration and energetics. 
Delivered through a mix of in-person and self paced study.

“A deeper connection can be found to ourselves as human beings when you begin to understand and feel that your body, and all bodies, exist both energetically and physically; and that we are all connected and influenced by sound and vibration.”

Laura Taylor

Transform from sound curious into sound practitioner

Have you been feeling called to sound for some time?
Are you seeking a new modality to weave into your existing offerings?
Do you desire to connect deeper to yourself, to your inner trust, to your intuition?
Are you being drawn down a path of self-discovery?

If you whispered YES to yourself whilst reading this, welcome, you are in the right place.

“Finding Laura's sound healing course came about almost by accident but I was immediately drawn to it and signed up. I've been through a long period of emotional and physical burn out and using sound to regulate and rest was something that just resonated really deeply with me.”

- Shelley

More and more, people like you are being called to re-learn and re-connect and come back to their truth.
What you want to do and share with the world on your own unique level; because what you do and share impacts every person you come into contact with, and every person they come into contact with and so on.
We are all connected.
Never underestimate the impact you can have as just one person sharing your truth.
This is your opportunity to reconnect with that that truth is and amplify it through frequency and vibration; the energy which makes up the fabric of the universe.
This is why I have created this training; it is more than a passing of knowledge, it is a portal to self-discovery, reclamation and rest within your truth, amplified by frequency and vibration.
It doesn’t get more powerful than that..

what happens when you open yourself to sound?

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Sarah began to feel more connected to her sense of creativity and self-expression.

Sophie started to understand (and profoundly notice in her own body) how sound can be felt, experienced, & known on a cellular level.

Amanda experienced a transformative homecoming through the frame drum; describing it as an awakening to her sacred roots with nature and the divine feminine.

Shelley began to trust her instincts and let herself be guided by her instincts when it came to playing sound healing instruments.

You will know if this training is for you.

I truly believe that you will know if you are ready to commit to becoming a guardian of sound healing.
To learn and sense how to hold space for others energetically and physically in a 1:1 or group setting, whether that be in-person, online or distantly.
To be open to going on a journey of self-discovery, so that your experience may shape how you guide others
through theirs.
To understand that this modality is one which should be honoured and used with respect

“I loved the balance of in-person and virtual, more self directed learning.
The in -person weekends felt like incredibly warm spaces to consolidate, connect, and feel into the process more deeply. It was really special to be able to explore and play the different instruments during the in person weekends. I felt really supported, held, and welcomed in my unique process.”

- Sophie

Meet your facilitator

Hello I'm Laura; sound therapist, cacao guardian and energy worker.
I share this work as for decades I felt disconnected from my body, experienced eating disorders, depression, anxiety and experienced a lack of purpose and knowing of who I 'am'; then sound healing found me.
I know from my lived experience over the last 4 years as a sound therapist the deep transformations and shifts which can occur through use and exposure to this ancient modality. 
Many clients, students and myself will often use the word ‘homecoming’ and truly that is what sound offers. A homecoming to all that you are.
I share sound through the lens of rest; empowering you to understand how sound can create a portal into deep rest and from there create ripples, or sometimes huge waves of change to everyone it touches.
I am here to share this wisdom with you so that you can be the catalyst to the change you wish to see in the world.

What you learn through this training

  • Origins


    The beginning of everything.

    You will learn about the cultures and individuals who have shaped the way sound began and continues to be used as a healing tool from over 40,000 years ago to present day.

  • The science


    You will learn how and why sound and vibration has such a transformative effect on the human body.

    From the nervous system, to brain waves, to the interconnectedness between sound and rest.

  • The Energetic


    You will learn how sound interacts and influences the energetic body and the systems within it.

    With practices to assist in connecting to both your own and your clients energetic bodies.

  • How to play


    You will connect to various instruments - Tibetan and crystal bowls, gongs, drums, chimes to name but a few. To experience and learn how to play them and discover what you resonate most to work with.

  • The voice


    You will explore how to activate your own unique voice; this may look like gaining to confidence to hold space as a facilitator, to sing within your sound healing sessions or to self-sound for your own practice.

    It will be unique to you.

  • 1:1 and group sound healing sessions


    You will learn how to facilitate both 1:1 and group sound healing sessions; how to create your own unique framework, how to read the clients body and provide integration advice.

  • The Art of Holding Space


    You will explore how you as an individual desire to hold space for others.

    You will learn how to you facilitate sound for different body types, taking into account diversity, inclusion, accessibility and facilitating from a trauma aware approach.

  • What comes next


    You will be provided with a framework to assist you in beginning your journey as a sound healing practitioner (should you decide to share sound with others after the course).

    From aligning to you ‘why’, to creating your offers, pricing, self promotion tips and insurance.

Course outline

  • 15 modules of self-paced learning via video, written and audio content supporting you through the 8 pillars detailed above.
  • 3x in-person practical training weekends at Now Studio, Bristol 
    (31st August + 1st September, 12th + 13th October, 2nd + 3rd November)
  • 2x 1:1 and 2x group session case studies to be completed within 12 months of the course start date.
  • x2 group Q&A support calls held on zoom, spaced in between the in-person weekends.
  • 2x 45 minute 1:1 mentoring sessions with Laura which can be used at any point until you complete the course.
  • Access to a Whatsapp group to connect with one another, share your journey and ask questions.
* Certificate  provided  upon  completion  of  all  online  course  material,  attendance  of  all  i n-person  training weekends  and  completion  of  case  studies *

Early bird pricing will be announced soon…

  • "If there is an inner nudge, a pull towards sound healing as a modality for yourself or to share with others, this is a warm and welcoming space to honour it! Laura has created a beautiful training, with an air of non-judgement, play, and growth :) I would highly recommend it!"

    Sophie

  • “I loved everything about the course, the online learning to move through at your own pace, the immersion days led by Laura with such wisdom but also unexpected humour. A recognition by Laura of me, just being me, not trying to strive or impress but just letting it unfold, meaning that Laura held the space for me to let go of perfectionism. .”

    Sarah

  • “The training gives a really good overview of history, theory, applications with other modalities and also the whole range of instruments out there and how they are played/used. The in-person weekend training days always felt nourishing and non-intimidating to total beginners like me and I always left filled with enthusiasm for what we'd learned (and an instrument wish list that's getting longer by the minute!).”

    Shelley

  • “Laura is a gentle, intentional, nurturing soul who instantly brings a sense of ease. Her knowledge is incredible and her trauma informed approach to holding space for others is like a breath of much needed fresh air and a blanket of softness, to nestle into yourself, rest and heal. I love the warmth, humour and authenticity her light brings. I couldn’t have wished for a better teacher, who leads from the heart

    Amanda

“Through the training I have truly learned and understand that the voice is our most healing instrument! Such a simple but highly effective tool for working with clients and giving them an empowering tool for their own healing practices.

- amanda

Sound Healing Practitioner Training FAQ’s

  • Yes, the course fee can be pid in full or there’re 6,12 and 15 month payment plans available.

  • Yes, this course is accredited by IPHM (International Practitioners of Holistic Medicine) meaning that once you complete all aspects of the training you will be an internationally certified sound healing practitioner!

  • There are contraindications for sound healing; the main being epilepsy, heart conditions / pacemakers, pregnancy and mental illness conditions such as PTSD / BiPolar and Schizophrenia - these conditions require awareness when using sound healing.
    If you experience any of these conditions you can inform me before paying the deposit for the course so that we can have a chat to make sure you feel comfortable to move forward.

  • Absolutely! This training has been created to provide you with all the information and skills you need to be able to confidently facilitate 1:1 and group sound healings with a strong knowledge of the modality. So whether you are a complete ‘beginner’ or have explored aspects of sound or energy work previously, you will be held and supported by the course content.

  • Not at all. I like to encourage the use of the in-person training weekends to explore which instruments you resonate working with before you begin to curate your collection. Of course if you already have some instruments then bring those along to the in-person weekends or if you already know what you want to work with then it is up to you whether you want ti invest before you begin the course.

  • You have 12 months from the start date of the course to complete all online learning, attend the x3 in-person training weekends and submit your case studies.
    We are together as a container for 3 months (March - May) and beyond that you can still receive support through the Whatsapp group or your x2 1:1 mentoring sessions with me which are available until you complete the course.

  • Yes. In order to complete the course you must be able to attend all 3 in-person training weekends at Now Studio Bristol in March (2nd-3rd), April (20th-21st) and May (25th-26th) 2024.

  • Just yourself, cosy clothes and if you have any instruments already which you may wish to begin working with.
    Now Studio (mivart studios, Bristol BS5 6JF) has everything we need - blankets, bolsters, tea making facilities and lovely deli/cafes near by for lunch and snacks!
    Free street parking is available around the studio.

  • Yes, any sessions held via zoom will be recorded and the replay provided to you after. Should you have a question but can’t make the live zoom call there will be an opportunity to ask this within the Whatsapp group.

  • You have access to the online learning platform for as long as the sound healing practitioner course is available and running - you will be given 6 months notice should the decision be made for the content to be removed.