Room: Paradise B
Speaker(s):
Candice Swee, MS
Stacey Throckmorton
Presentation: Sound therapy and vibrational healing are emerging modalities in the behavioral health field that support regulation of the nervous system, reduction of stress and anxiety, and improvement in overall emotional wellbeing. This session will explore how sound frequencies delivered through instruments such as crystal bowls, gongs, tuning forks, and even one’s own voice can activate the parasympathetic nervous system, promote coherence in brainwave states, and foster resilience. Participants will review traditional and contemporary approaches to sound healing, along with current research linking vibrational therapy to measurable improvements in mental health outcomes. Demonstrations will highlight how sound therapy can be integrated into mental health care and prevention efforts, with applications for reducing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma responses. Attendees will leave with evidence-informed strategies to incorporate sound-based practices into both therapeutic settings and personal self-care routines.
Objectives:
- Describe the neuroscience and physiological mechanisms by which sound and vibration regulate the nervous system and support mental health
- Identify evidence-based findings and emerging research on the effectiveness of sound therapy in reducing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma
- Experience and apply practical sound-based techniques that can be integrated into therapeutic practice, prevention strategies, or personal self-care
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