Question 1

What is a one-on-one sound therapy session like?

Accepted Answer

When you arrive, we'll get you set up so you're comfortable for the 60-minute private sound therapy session. During the session, you will lie down with bowls placed around you and on your body. You will feel not only the sound waves but also the vibrations of the bowls directly on your body. At the end, there will be a quick integration and debrief of some of the findings from the session.

Question 2

How do I prepare for my sound therapy session?

Accepted Answer

No need to bring anything. Wear comfortable clothing without metal fastenings or anything tight. If possible, keep the rest of your day open and give yourself time to integrate. If you can, avoid alcohol and heavy meals beforehand.

Question 3

Is sound therapy safe for me?

Accepted Answer

Sound therapy is generally safe for most people. If you are pregnant, have a pacemaker, epilepsy, or are in your first trimester, please let me know beforehand so we can adjust the session.

Question 4

Do I need any experience with meditation or sound therapy?

Accepted Answer

No experience necessary. Whether it's your first time or you've done this before, the session is guided by me, so there's nothing you need to prepare or know in advance.

Question 5

What if I fall asleep or can't relax during the session?

Accepted Answer

Both are completely normal. Many clients drift in and out of sleep, and the bowls and vibrations still do their work either way. You don't need to try to relax or clear your mind. Just lying there and letting the sound happen is enough.

Question 6

How will I feel after receiving sound therapy?

Accepted Answer

Results are very individual, but most feel relaxed and lighter, some experience mental clarity, and some report feeling energised. Most experience a deep sleep that night, and some have vivid dreams. On rare occasions, people may feel extremely tired afterward, usually because they haven't had enough water.

Question 7

What can I do to support myself after sound therapy?

Accepted Answer

Drink plenty of water, at least 1.5 L. The vibrations from the singing bowls may loosen toxins in the body, similar to after a massage. Support your body's detox with hydration, light and healthy meals, and rest if you can, while avoiding alcohol and heavy, salty foods.

Question 8

How many sessions do I need?

Accepted Answer

This depends on what you're looking for. Some clients come for a single session to reset, others come regularly as part of an ongoing self-care practice. Some feel immediate benefits, while others need 2 or 3 sessions before they're able to go deep and experience the therapy in full. I can help you figure out what makes sense after your first session.

Question 9

What is your cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

Rescheduling and cancellations are accepted without any fees up to 8 days before your session. Within 7 days of your session, rescheduling or cancelling will incur a fee of ¥3,000 plus Stripe fees. Within 3 days of your session, the full session price will be charged for both rescheduling and cancellations.

Question 10

Do you provide support after the session?

Accepted Answer

There is a follow-up email with a feedback form where you can add comments or questions, should you have any. I also provide a session report on how the bowls sounded and where you may have areas of tension. If you feel you could use support integrating those findings into your daily life, I offer coaching as well as sound therapy and coaching packages for ongoing holistic support.

Question 11

What is a group sound bath like?

Accepted Answer

You'll be lying down on a mat or Japanese tatami flooring alongside other participants. Tibetan singing bowls and other healing instruments will be played during the sound bath. There may be times when bowls are placed on the body, so you not only feel the sound waves but also the vibrations on the body.

Question 12

What should I bring to a sound bath?

Accepted Answer

Depending on the event, you may need to bring a mat or blanket to lie on. We recommend bringing anything that helps you relax and feel more comfortable, like a pillow or eye mask. Heated eye masks and a limited number of eye pillows will be available. Wear comfortable clothing without metal fastenings or anything tight. Venues vary, so check the event details in Luma for specifics.

Question 13

Do I need any experience with sound baths or meditation?

Accepted Answer

No experience necessary. Whether it's your first time or you've done this before, you can simply lie back and let the sound do the work. There is no right or wrong way to experience a sound bath :)

Question 14

What if I fall asleep or can't relax during the session?

Accepted Answer

Both are completely normal. Many participants drift in and out of sleep, and the sound still does its work either way. You don't need to try to relax or clear your mind. Just being there and bathing in the sound waves is enough.

Question 15

Is it okay if I need to move or leave during the session?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If you need to adjust your position, use the restroom, or step out, feel free to do so quietly. We ask that you be mindful of others around you.

Question 16

How will I feel after a sound bath?

Accepted Answer

Results are very individual, but most feel relaxed and lighter, some experience mental clarity, and some report feeling energised. Many experience a deep sleep that night.

Question 17

What can I do to support myself after a sound bath?

Accepted Answer

Drink plenty of water afterwards. The vibrations from the singing bowls may loosen toxins in the body, similar to after a massage. Hydration will gently support the detox. Give yourself some time to integrate before jumping back into a busy schedule if you can.

Question 18

What is a coaching session like?

Accepted Answer

Sessions are conversational and tailored to what you're working through, whether that's stress, burnout, or navigating a big transition. We'll look at what's going on for you, identify patterns, and work on practical tools you can bring into your daily life.

Question 19

What makes your coaching different from others?

Accepted Answer

My coaching style often integrates some level of somatic or emotional intelligence work. With an international background spanning three continents, multiple cultures, four languages, and four very different careers over two decades, my lived experience may be helpful for coaching topics around life transitions. I am also a burnout survivor with lived experience of adjustment disorder, and I recently reinvented myself in the wellness space.

Question 20

What are your coaching credentials?

Accepted Answer

I have completed the NeuroLeadership Institute's Brain-Based Coaching Certification.

Question 21

How do I prepare for my coaching session?

Accepted Answer

Most coachees come to see me with a challenge or goal in mind. It would help to discuss the coaching topic during the consultation call so we can map out a coaching plan together.

Question 22

What is the difference between coaching, mentorship, and therapy?

Accepted Answer

Coaching is forward-focused and centres on building practical tools, awareness, and strategies for your life and work. Mentorship is when the mentor offers guidance and advice based on their own experience and expertise. Both are distinct from therapy, which addresses mental health treatment and cannot be substituted by coaching or mentorship. If that's what you need, Zensō partners with Mindbridge for therapy and counselling services.

Question 23

What can I expect to work on?

Accepted Answer

This depends on what you bring to each session. Common areas include burnout, misaligned career, finding purpose, stress and nervous system regulation, work-life boundaries, communication, and building sustainable habits that support life transitions and your wellbeing long term.

Question 24

How many sessions do I need?

Accepted Answer

This varies by person and goal. My standard packages include 6 sessions over 3-6 months. We can discuss what makes sense for you after the consultation call.

Question 25

What can I do to support myself between sessions?

Accepted Answer

I'll often share small practices or reflections to try between sessions. These are meant to build gradually, so give yourself space to try them without pressure to get it perfect.

Question 26

Do you provide support outside of sessions?

Accepted Answer

Yes. I'm available by email or LINE between sessions if something comes up or you have a question. For ongoing, deeper support, I also offer sound therapy and coaching packages that combine both approaches for a holistic, somatic approach to wellbeing.

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