Sound Therapy Practitioner Training

Discover the profound healing power of sound and learn how to activate your unique way of service through sound to enrich lives - yours and those of others.


Welcome to a journey where sound becomes a powerful tool for healing and transformation. Sound surrounds us every day, from the calming rhythm of rain to the energizing beat of your favorite song—it's a force that shapes our emotions and experiences. Imagine using that same inherent power to bring deep healing and transformation to others. 

This Sound Therapy Training is designed for those who are curious to explore the ancient and modern wisdom of vibrational healing, and to prepare you to create impactful experiences intending to shift individuals and groups toward more awareness, inner freedom, and wellbeing. Whether you’re a wellness professional seeking to expand your practice or someone passionate about the therapeutic potential of sound, this training will give you the knowledge and skills to create profound healing experiences - and build your professional sound therapy practice.

Join us and learn to use the universal language of sound to uplift, heal, and transform—both yourself and those around you.

Start Date: February 15th 2025
Signup Period: Now - January 5th 2025

I’ve created this program out of sheer gratitude to my own journey with sound. This practice came into my life at a pivotal time where I was searching for meaning. Sound helped me connect to myself and uncover deeper layers I hadn’t been able to access before. Beyond my own healing and growth, I also got to witness the undeniable impact of sound on my clients. That sparked in me the dream to make sound therapy a common remedy in the world. Which made me realize - I can’t do it alone, we need to be many. Therefore, I’m devoted to making this practice accessible and train others to share this magical gift with their communities.

Here is everything you need to know about our journey

The program duration is 6 months long and is divided into 2 stages:

GOING INWARD – The first 3 months, where we will focus on self-growth and self-practice.

GOING OUTWARD – The last 3 months, where we will focus on apprenticeship and finding your unique expression as a practitioner. You will also start giving sessions and receiving feedback.

Throughout the entire training, you’ll be supported and guided every step of the way by myself and our wonderful guest teachers. By the end of the 6 months, you will be equipped to find your unique voice and set up your business. You will also be part of a community where you can connect, exchange and support each-other.


Scroll down to see the in depth module descriptions

GOING INWARD - The First Half of the Training
(Months 1-3)

The first 3 months are reserved for your personal and professional development. As we begin the program and you pick out your first instruments, you’ll be starting your self-practice which can have a profound impact on your own well-being and personal growth.

I teach an embodied approach. This means it’s important to practice, observe and experience the impact of your own tools before applying them to clients. When you know your craft well, you can let go of the mind and follow your intuition by reading what the person or the group needs. That’s where the magic happens.

In those 3 months we have weekly pre-recorded lessons on various modules, alongside a weekly 1.5-2hrs interactive group class where we discuss topics in depth, answer questions and go through group practices that help you connect to your essence and unravel any perceived fears or limitations.

This is important to know: Everyone can learn how to play a singing bowl or a drum, but nobody can be you.

Therefore this training’s main focus is for you to discover your unique way of accessing your intuition, gifts and qualities, ways of listening, holding space, communicating, and of course selecting and playing instruments. The energy you bring to the spaces and people you’ll be serving is everything. So reading, processing, releasing and integrating energy will be a big part of this training.

  • Understanding Sound:
    Discover the nature of sound as a vibrational force that impacts our physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Learn about the properties of sound waves and how they shape our experiences.

    The Power of Frequency:
    Explore the significance of frequency in sound therapy, including its effects on the body and mind. Understand how different frequencies resonate with our energy systems, promoting relaxation, balance, and healing.

    Healing Frequencies:
    Gain insight into specific healing frequencies, such as Solfeggio frequencies and binaural beats, and their applications in therapeutic practices. Learn how to harness these frequencies to enhance well-being and foster personal growth.

    Practical Applications:
    Here we look at an overview of the different ways sound can be used as healing tool. We also look into a couple of case studies that confirm the therapeutic power sound has on our wellbeing.

  • Gongs

    - History
    - How to select
    - When and how to use
    - Various playing techniques

    Metal Singing Bowls

    - History
    - How to select
    - When and how to use
    - Various playing techniques

    Crystal Singing Bowls

    - History
    - How to select
    - When and how to use
    - Various playing techniques

    Drums

    - History
    - How to select
    - When and how to use
    - Various playing techniques

    Tuning Forks

    - History
    - How to select
    - When and how to use
    - Various playing techniques

    Your Voice

    - History
    - How to select
    - When and how to use
    - Chakra Balancing using your voice

    Chimes & other instruments

    - How to select
    - When and how to add to create dynamics in your sessions
    - Various playing techniques

    After this module you will also choose your first instrument(s)

  • Introduction to Sacred Geometry

    Introduction to specific frequencies associated with different geometric shapes and their impact on the body and mind.

    We analyse key shapes, such as circles, triangles, the flower of life, platonic solids and their meanings.

    Connection Between Sound and Geometry

    We’ll explore Cymatics - how sound waves create geometric patterns and the role of vibration and frequency in forming shapes and patterns in nature.

    Symbolism of Geometric Shapes

    We’ll discuss the spiritual and symbolic meanings of specific geometric shapes in relation to healing and consciousness.

    Healing Frequencies and Chakras

    How sound therapy can harmonize the energy centers (chakras) using sacred geometry as a framework.

  • Creating your Intuitive Self-Practice:

    Now it’s time to embark on your self-practice journey which is a transformative step in becoming a sound therapy practitioner. This segment of our training is designed to hands-on explore tools, and techniques for yourself and practice presencing and listening to cultivate your own healing practice.

    Explore how self-practice enhances your understanding of sound, deepens your connection to yourself, and supports your inner growth.

    Creating Your Sacred Space:
    Learn how to establish a nurturing and sacred environment for your practice. I’ll guide you through the essentials of setting up a space that invites relaxation and introspection.

    Techniques for Self-Discovery:

    We’ll go through a variety of instruments and practices that you can easily incorporate into your daily routine. There is no one size fits all, you get to play around, pick and choose whichever practices resonate with you most. This is an opportunity for intuitive exploration.

  • In this module, we will dive deep on nervous-system teachings.

    You’ll learn a polyvagal informed approach to tracking the nervous system, your’s and those of your clients.

    This includes:

    - Understanding the different nervous-system states
    - Learning to tune in with your nervous-system
    - Tending to Disconnection and Overwhelm (yours and those of your clients)

  • Develop your Sensitivity for your Energetic State

    We practice connecting to the 4 energetic states and aligning to your central channel. We talk about energy types, discuss the meaning of your aura and significance of clearing your energy field.

    We’ll also talk about empathy and boundaries here.

    Knowing your own energy and discerning yours from others is an important skill to have, especially as a practitioner.

  • There is a number of principles that ensure a safe and respectful encounter with your clients. These principles create the foundation for your practitioner integrity when working with clients and offer you a frame of reference to fall back to, in case you come across unexpected situations.

    We’ll also discuss first aid and practitioner insurance here.

  • The importance of Set and Setting
    for In-Person Sessions & Online

    - Choosing a space for your sessions
    - Clearing and preparing space energetically and physically
    - Preparing your energy
    - Intention setting
    - Sound proofing yourself and your space
    - Instrument placement and selection

    - Online setup (check list + tech setup)

  • Intake and Intention Setting

    We’ll practice intake conversations to understand your client's needs, goals, and emotional or physical state to co-create an intention for the session.

    Personalize Sound Tools

    Learn how to intuitively select instruments that align with the client’s specific needs (e.g., tuning forks for targeted energy work or gongs for deep relaxation).

    You’ll learn to tailor the sequence of sounds and techniques to the client’s energy and intention, focusing on areas of imbalance or tension.

    Client Comfort and Safety

    We talk about creating a safe and comfortable environment for your client to have the best experience.

    Integration and Aftercare

    We talk about after care techniques for integration and grounding and how to support your client with anything that may come up during the session.

  • - Preparation and intention setting
    - Creating a safe, inclusive environment
    - Group dynamics and space
    - Balanced use of sound tool
    - Closing and integration

    - Co-creating events for brands, companies, retreats and festivals


  • In this module we talk about smaller support practices that can enhance your 1:1 or group sessions and help your clients to get present, calm, energized or clear.

    We’ll practice adding these practices to your personal practice and you’ll also get to exchange sessions with your peers in groups of 2.

GOING OUTWARD - The Second Half of the Training
(Months 4-6)

In the second half of the training you’re moving from taking in and growing on the inside to finding your voice and creating on the outside. During these 3 months you begin to give sessions, get creative and experiment to find your very own way that feels natural and true to you. In this apprenticeship period, you’ll exchange sessions with your class mates, you’ll share a session with the group and you practice with friends and strangers in-person or online. You’ll also get to explore what kind of offering feels authentic to you and how to communicate your vision through the brand you begin to build for yourself. This is often the part most well-being practitioners feel lost with after the training ends - but we will make this a fun and easeful discovery process. I invited a group of my favourite experts to provide you with additional knowledge and wisdom in the fields of psychology, finance, and branding. My goal is to empower you on every level to step into this new chapter of your life with grounded confidence and excitement to express your unique gifts.

  • In this module we will take inventory of where you are right now, your history and how you want to feel in the future. You’ll get to connect to your needs and dreams and create a supportive roadmap for your next chapter.

    If there are any areas of your life that need integration, this module gives you an opportunity to reflect and process.

    This approach will also be useful in conversation with your clients to determine their needs, desires and the progress you make together.

    By going though this reflection yourself, you’ll also practice and learn to support others with it in exchange with your peers in the training.

  • In this module we discuss and practice how to handle feedback. Asking for it, media to collect it and how to handle negative feedback.

    During this time your apprenticeship period starts, which is a great opportunity to learn how to check in with your clients, collect feedback and discern between what to take on or let go.

  • As you’re learning a new profession and opening up to a new chapter of your life, it’s now time to review your values - personal and professional.

    You get to explore what is important for you as a practitioner, how to utilize your values as a tool for decision making and how to build your business based on this solid foundation you’ll define for yourself.

    Defining your values and saying yes to your way also means learning how to say no to what’s not for you. Therefore we’ll also talk about boundaries and discernment here.

  • A personal business is only impactful and fulfilling when you allow yourself to let your true light shine through.

    In this module we get playful and explore how you truly envision your ideal work routine, your dream clients, as well as how your brand looks and feels like. And then define a supportive roadmap to take step by step action to materialize your vision, mindfully.

    We also talk about energy types and how knowing yours can support a more easeful unfolding of your vision.

  • Communication is a big part of your work. With clients and potential clients, with colleagues and collaborators, or even social media, press and interviewers.

    In this module you get to reflect on everything you’ve learned on this journey so far and practice communicating who you are now and what intention you bring to life through your work.

    If you encounter any fears of being seen or expressing yourself, we’ll practice how to release and integrate these parts of you so you can embrace your gifts and inner voice with a deeper sense of safety and trust.

    We will explore a beautiful chakra voice toning practice here.

  • In this module we’ll dive into a little more technicality but don’t worry it’s all straight forward, simple and fun.

    You’ll create your first offering and pricing, as well as your first website.
    All based on the values, dreams and preferences we’ve explored in the previous modules. Now we’re starting to materialize and use the momentum to take practical action.

    Tanita will give you an expansive masterclass on personal branding, so you can share your unique voice through text, imagery and colour.

    You’ll be supported at every step of the way. If this part is not for you and you want to keep it for later, that’s ok too - but just know it’s going to be an adventurous, fun and creative journey for your inner child.


  • In this last module we talk about patience, trust and purpose.

    Starting a new profession can feel exciting and overwhelming, therefore it’s important to accept that growth is a process. An important tool is learning to stay present with where you’re at and take small incremental steps to grow.

    We’ll talk about sustainable business practices and mental health - yes they also matter as a sound therapy practitioner. We gotta practice what we preach. :)

    To support your soulful business growth, Jamila will teach you in her masterclass how to carve out your aligned path to financial success, based on your values and core needs.
    She will also give you practical advice on pricing, budgeting and tracking your finances.

If you’re curious to see if this program is a good fit for you, book a 20 min discovery call with me to connect personally, where I can answer any questions you may have.

Every week we dive a little deeper and step by step you’ll integrate what you learn about yourself, your chosen instruments and your practitioner journey.

My intention is for you to walk away well resourced, clear and empowered. Equipped with tools & techniques that support you on your path as a Sound Therapy Practitioner.

What’s Included

  • 24x 1.5-2hr live online group teaching calls

  • Bite sized self-paced video modules in our online portal

  • 3x 1hr 1:1 guidance sessions with Vanessa

  • A community group to connect, exchange and support

  • A detailed and effective workbook
    including journaling exercises & practices for each module

  • All modules & tools included are wisdom for life and
    support you at every stage of your personal and practitioner journey

    • Instrument teachings - learn how to play metal & crystal singing bowls, gongs, drums, tuning forks, chimes & using your own voice

    • Sacred geometry teachings - understand the metaphysical power of sound, frequencies and geometric patterns

    • Psychological teachings - introduction to nervous-system regulation for yourself and clients

    • Tech setup teachings - learn how to record and set up online sessions professionally

    • Energetic teachings - holding space for 1:1 and groups in various ways, energy hygiene, alignment to your natural frequency and central channel, reading and balancing energy

    • Authentic business practices - Offering, Branding, Finances

  • My list of trusted instrument vendors

  • My reading list

  • Incredible guest teachings from experts in various fields

  • Integration Sessions - monthly check-in Q&A session after the training concludes to support you in integrating all you’ve learned

Beyond the obvious, you’ll receive new perspectives, a stronger sense of self-trust, a whole new supportive community, a new profession and vision for the next chapter of your life.

TENTATIVE: GRADUATION RETREAT
(4 days)

This part is optional and not included in the tuition fee.
If a minimum of 6 participants decide to join the graduation retreat, we will organize it in person. Otherwise we will have an online graduation ceremony.
(To be determined upon program start.)

In case you have questions, email me here
Or book a 20 min discovery call here

is this for you?

This training is a wholesome growth journey and no quick rundown. It’s an investment in your personal, spiritual & professional growth.

My approach consists of practical and grounded teachings that include knowledge from science and psychology but also wisdom from eastern medicine and esoteric concepts. The combination of both has massively enriched my own life and the lives of my clients alike. 

All you need to take part in this training is a curious mind and an open heart. All are welcome.

This training is for you if any of The following apply

  • You’re seeking new direction
    You feel called to move beyond a corporate job or find a more meaningful, purpose-driven path.

  • You have a passion for sound
    You’re fascinated by sound and curious to go further and study sound therapy to uplift and support others.

  • You want to expand your existing practice
    You’re a wellness professional, therapist or healer looking to enhance your toolset with sound therapy.

  • You crave deep personal and spiritual growth
    You want to expand your self-awareness and deepen
    your connection to yourself and beyond.

Please make sure you are ready to commit before you sign up.

In case you have questions, email me here
Or book a 20 min discovery call here

Meet our Wonderful
guest teachers

Psychotherapist

Kristen will share her
in-depth approach
to nervous-system
regulation & polyvagal
theory with you.

Kristen Portney

  • Kristen is a psychotherapist who brings a unique depth and richness to the field of mental health. Kristen’s approach to therapy is rooted in the desire to bridge polarities and explore the nuances of human experience. She is deeply inspired by storytelling, meaning-making, ritual, and self-compassion, drawing from her own journey in therapy that began at a young age. Kristen’s work delves into themes of forgiveness, truth, self-love, and the liminal spaces we often find ourselves in.

Jamila O’Gilvie

Financial Expert

Jamila will teach you how to take charge of your finances to carve out your personal path to financial freedom.

  • Jamila is a Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”) and the founder of the Beryl Company.  She has worked with money for almost twenty years, from starting her career on Wall Street to now helping small companies and entrepreneurs manage their money - she’s had the opportunity to see many sides of the money spectrum.

    Over the last few years of doing this work, she has come to learn that a huge part of what prohibits people from achieving the financial success they desire is their relationship with money. She believes that until we acknowledge the importance of this connection, we can never fully step into the abundance that is already present in our lives!

    And this was how the Currency Project was born and she became a Chief Freedom Officer, for those curious to explore and transform their relationship with money from the inside out.

Tanita Schneider

Brand Strategist

Tanita will help you connect to your personal brand voice and aligned way of sharing your offering most naturally.

  • Tanita is a brand strategist and designer – somewhere between a creative free spirit and a structured process person, between a dreamer and a visionary. Her drive is to awaken emotions and light up the world – through her daily actions, but also through her creative work. With the combination of her classic branding background and her sensitive way of aesthetically focussing on essentials, she gives companies a unique identity through strategic corporate design. Tanita is convinced that good design helps to make the world a little more sustainable, meaningful and functional – which is why she has made it her mission to make relevant topics visible. Since starting her own business at the end of 2019, Tanita has focussed on working with purpose-driven companies. She passes on her inspiration to follow the own intuition and creativity in workshops, her podcast and branding mentoring programme of the same name, ‘roo:ts to fruits’.

Testimonials from
Previous programmes

“Thank you so much for your guidance and helping me move forward on my healing journey. The knowledge and skills you imparted on me are invaluable. I have felt and continue to experience a huge shift in myself, the ways in which I communicate and most importantly allowing myself to feel my emotions as they arise and question why they are coming up.”

— JOHANNA LORDAN, UK
ARTIST & ENTREPRENEUR

“I’m really happy I challenged my self to start do this program. It overcame my expectations. The entire program was really well documented and had much more added value than I expected, definitely good value for money. To top this up, the weekly sessions with Vanessa were perfect to retain all I had processed on each week’s topic, and to make a compromise with my self to always save the time. It was my sacred moment. The breath and sound work she did on me, even online, really opened up my mind about the power and importance of working towards finding our balance and taking better care of ourselves. The program really helped to be more aware of my needs.”

— VERA MARQUES DA SILVA, LISBON
ENTREPRENEUR

“Enrolling was a complete act of faith, that was richly rewarded. It exceeded my expectations, greatly. Her program was concise, easy to understand and integrate. it was one of the most effective programs i have ever done. it is easy to return to, and dive deeper into ourselves, time and time again. I have revisited different parts of her program since our time together came to a close. I feel so much gratitude. It feels so rich and beyond the words that i have to express. Merci beaucoup, muito obrigada, THANK YOU, Vanessa!”

— MICHELLE POZON, LISBON
FASHION DESIGNER & STYLIST

Your investment

If you feel the call, come join us on this incredible journey of becoming a sound therapy practitioner. You can expect an innovative approach at the intersection of science, art and energetics, coupled with my heartfelt desire to forward to you all that I’ve learned about the nourishing power of sound and working with people. I created this training for you to discover and express your unique contribution through the transformative healing power of sound. I can’t wait to dive in together.


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1799€
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5x 360€
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Once you’re in, we will start with an intro call where we can get to know each other and I can learn a bit about you, where you’re at and what you’re hoping to get out of the training. This way we can make sure to personalize your journey to your needs.

In case you’d like to have a chat before signing up to see if this program is a good fit for you, book a 20 min discovery call with me to connect personally, where I can answer any questions you may have.

FAQs

Got a different question?
Reach out and ask me.

  • Yes, you can pay in full or pay in 2 or 3 installments.

  • You will have access to the online course portal for at least 12 months. In case the portal will close after this time, you will be notified 1 month in advance.

  • Yes, there are a total of 6 live calls of 90 minutes each. They happen every Wednesday. There will be a replay available but I urge you to participate live as this will create the most impact for you.

  • All purchases are final. If you go all in and truly receive the teachings, you will not be disappointed.

  • Yes, you can book 1:1 sessions to go deeper on your journey.

  • This course is delivered online with weekly live group calls and self-paced resources to support you along the way. And don’t worry, it works online just as well as in person. Tested and proven. :)

    There is the additional option to take part in an in-person graduation retreat that will take place if a minimum of 6 participants decide to join.