DIPLOMA OF HOLISTIC SOUND THERAPY

Learn to harmonise Mind, Body and Spirit on this transformative journey where Indigenous Wisdom meets Modern Science.

Learn how to unlock your full potential as a Holistic Sound Therapist as you integrate teachings, tools and techniques bedded in indigenous wisdom and modern science to affect change at mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, cultural and ecological levels, so you and your clients can live in harmony within and with nature.

Be a pioneering Holistic Sound Therapist with proactive skills and treatments that put you ahead of today's reactive wellbeing industry.
This is the journey to becoming an authentic Holistic Sound Therapist you've been seeking!

DIPLOMA OF HOLISTIC SOUND THERAPY CURRICULUM

FUNDAMENTALS OF HOLISTIC LIVING; Indigenous wellbeing and the modern healthcare.

Understand the difference between today's modern medical system and its diagnostic, prescriptive nature and holistic perspectives to wellbeing and living thats rooted in nature & indigenous knowledge.
Gain a deep understanding of the pivotal role holistic wellbeing and its education play in effectively addressing health, wellbeing and the healing process from indigenous and western perspectives.
Delve into and comprehend the foundational pillars of holistic wellbeing from indigenous and modern perspectives, equipping your to address the underlying challenges your clients face.
Embrace a transformative paradigm and adopt a fresh perspective that enhances your ability to work multi-dimensionally with clients on their journey toward life performance and wellness.

FOUNDATIONS OF HOLISTIC SOUND THERAPY; Learn from Indigenous cultures, traditions and contemporary sound practices.

Explore the foundations of Sound Therapy from research in quantum physics to remembering its role in indigenous cultures for spiritual, wellbeing and healing purposes.
Embody the interconnectedness of sound and nature understanding how indigenous cultures have utilized sound through specific instruments, vocalizations and rituals.
Explore the scientific basis of sound as a vibrational medicine including understanding the principles of vibration, frequency, harmonics, harmony, dissonance, and resonance in its application.
Understand the physiological, psychological and energetic aspects of how we create and receive sound and its effects on mind, body, energy centers, spirit and society.
Embrace a holistic outlook and grounded awareness to using sound to effectively support clients and groups on their path towards connection and mental, physical, spiritual, cultural and ecological wellbeing.

THE ROLE OF GUIDANCE AND FACILITATION; From Indigenous guidance and initiations to education for support of growth and development.

Understanding guidance in modern society and indigenous community, understanding the roles of healer, facilitator, coach, mentor, guide, teacher, elder and the importance of initiations, boundaries and professionalism.
Exploring the concept of guidance and its foundational principles and how it relates to mental, physical, spiritual, cultural and ecological wellbeing.
Embrace a holistic approach to facilitation encouraging clients to rewrite their narratives for personal growth and empowerment.
Understand essential qualities required to excel as a holistic sound therapist, from indigenous and scientific perspectives while understanding that it's a role suited for those possessing specific attributes.
Appreciate indigenous understanding the significance of purity, connection, knowledge, and experience in your role as a holistic sound therapist.

HONOURING INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE SYSTEMS; Understanding the importance of living in harmony with nature as Sound Therapist

Understanding and respecting diverse cultural perspectives and the importance of collaboration with indigenous communities.
Acknowledge and understand indigeneity, colonisation and settler mentality.
Investigate the foundational principles of holistic healing within indigenous and traditional practices, offering a pathway to health, wellbeing, and the healing journey.
Acknowledge the interdependence of an individual's physical, emotional, mental, spiritual and ecological dimensions, fostering a comprehensive understanding of holistic sound therapy.
Understand cultural appropriation and how it is unfolding in modern health, wellbeing, and healing.
Appreciate the significance of aligning with nature to cultivate sustainable wellbeing, recognizing the crucial role it plays in the holistic sound therapy.

SELF AWARENESS AND SELF CARE FOR HOLISTIC SOUND THERAPISTS; Taking ownership of your perspective and wellbeing.

Understanding how you show up in the world is determined by your wellbeing, self care and your self awareness.
Using mindfulness and meditation as the gateway to understand your mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, cultural and ecological wellbeing.
Nurturing self-awareness and self-care principles and practices supporting our interconnectedness with nature and indigenous wisdom.
Developing a sustainable balanced self care practice for you that fosters a deeper sense of belonging and harmony with the natural world.

RECONNECTING WITH YOUR SPIRITUAL ESSENCE; Accessing your gifts through connection, ritual, ceremony, creating altars, honouring your ancestors, animism and shamanic journeying.

Understanding what spirituality is and the different lineages at the origins of spiritual teachings, philosophies and practices.
Grasping why sound therapy and wellbeing without including spiritual work will only offer you limited mental, physical, spiritual, cultural and ecological health, wellbeing and healing.
Learn tools techniques and practices that deepen connection with our spiritual selves including; The role of ritual, ceremony, creating altars, ancestors, spirit guides, shamanic journeying.
Accessing the gifts of our spirit and ancestors and understanding how this can be seen through a modern lens of physics, trauma and Epigenetics.

THE DRUM; Connecting to the Earths heartbeat.

Learn the cultural and historical roots of the drum and its significance in; therapeutic, spiritual, ceremonial, and healing contexts.
Understand the importance of the drums connection to and expression of nature.
Explore various types of drums and their sound qualities used in sound therapy, from buffalo and frame drums, to talking drums, djembes, and handpans.
Learn drumming techniques, playing methods and rhythmic patterns for specific expressions from relaxation and stress reduction to energising and connecting suitable for 1 to 1 and group sessions.
Practice using the drum for brain entrainment, meditation, journeying and connecting to nature.
Understand benefits, limitations and contraindications of using your voice with clients.

UNDERSTANDING THE MODERN MINDSET AND SOCIETAL IMPRINTS; Navigating projections, perspectives, wants and needs.

Explore the societal landscape and the challenges faced by our clients as they navigate societies current narrative.
Gain insights into the mindset shaped by colonization and its impact on life and well-being support.
Examine fresh viewpoints on the concept of "work-life balance" and the societal expectations projected onto individuals.
Grasp the intricacies of the two prominent adversaries—stress and disconnection—as the primary contributors to our greatest challenges and health concerns.
Understand the implications of our current mindset on Adrenal and Dopamine imbalances.

THE INTERCONNECTED 8 - OUR KEY TO HOLISTIC WELLBEING FOR SOUND THERAPISTS

Explore the key determinants that shape wellbeing, including; mental, physical, spiritual, cultural and ecological factors. Understand the interconnected nature of these determinants on wellbeing.
Learn the 8 pillars to true holistic wellbeing and how to address them within yourself and with your client to support, sleep, breathing, movement, thinking, nourishment, connection, relaxation and play in their lives.
Understand the 8 pillars and how to work with them to form the foundation of your wellbeing journey with your clients.
Learn to implement the Interconnected 8 with your clients to help them stay balance, happy and healthy in todays society.

THE VOICE; Harmonising with your original instrument for balance, healing and connection.

Explore the cultural and historical roots of language, sound expression and using the voice in; therapeutic, spiritual, ceremonial, and healing.
Connecting to the breath to hear, feel and bring your unconscious story and breathing patterns into your conscious awareness.
Understand the connection between the voice, emotional expression and trauma.
Learn to harness vocal resonance in your voice to scan physical, mental, energetic and emotional bodies.
Using the voice for connection to and resonance of energy centers within the body ie: chakras
Learn to use vocal resonance and sounding with clients for energetic infusion and energetic and emotional release.
Understand benefits, limitations and contraindications of using your voice with clients.

SCREENING, ASSESSMENT AND MONITORING A SOUND THERAPY SESSION; Understanding suitability and monitoring change.

Explore screening and assessment methods, blending modern and indigenous perspectives to holistically identify client needs within the framework of holistic sound therapy.
Know and understand the contraindications for undergoing a sound therapy session.
Learn wellbeing assessment methods rooted in neuroscience for assessing change and efficiency of coaching journey.
Delve into ethical practices for obtaining informed consent and crafting waivers, fostering trust and transparency in the facilitator - client relationship.
Master clean language techniques to refine communication skills, enabling precise, non-directive questioning for effective client self-discovery and positive change.

BRIDGING DIVERSITY IN SOUND THERAPY; Inclusivity, Diversity, Decolonisation and Ethics

Addressing cultural sensitivity, inclusivity and diversity in human expression, while navigating and respecting diverse worldviews and belief systems.
Understanding the colonial viewpoint and the importance of decolonization in sound therapy.
Exploring the importance of an indigenous holistic respecting in perceiving; mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, cultural and ecological wellbeing.
Cultivating an open and inclusive environment for clients from all backgrounds.
Understanding the need for ethics in sound therapy including; establishing healthy boundaries, code of conduct and continuous education, promoting professionalism, integrity and protecting the client.

SINGING BOWLS; Working with ancient singing bowls and new age crystal bowls for balance and restoration and healing.

Explore the cultural and historical roots of various singing and crystal bowls and their use in; spiritual, ceremonial, and therapeutic healing.
Understand how bowls transmit sound vibrations, tones and harmonics and the importance of different beaters and wands.
Learn how to play bowls in a variety of different ways ensuring suitability for 1 to 1 and group clients.
Learn a variety of different treatments for 1 to 1 clients addressing physical, emotional, energetic and societal challenges depending on clients needs.
Understand benefits, limitations and contraindications of using bowls with clients.
Embody a holistic perspective and practice when using bowls to work 1 to 1 or with groups.

THE MIND-BODY LINK; From mind awareness and Polyvagal Theory to nature vs nurture.

Delve into your minds awareness and influence of conditioning, beliefs, emotions, perception and ego, on behaviour, action and holistic well-being.
Examine the interconnectedness of the mind-body link and the dynamics of stress, anxiety, disconnection, emotions, and pain in shaping mind, body, spirit and society.
Explore Polyvagal Theory and its neuroscientific, psychological and physiological implications for understanding connection, emotion regulation and fear responses.
Examine the interconnected dynamics of stress, anxiety, disconnection, emotions, and pain in shaping the mind, body, spirit and society.
Learn to dissolve the disconnection of mind, body, emotions, spirit and understand how this supports stepping away from modern terms including "stress management and mental health".
Understand the importance of visualisation and imagery, and relationship between placebo & nocebo in mind-body.

TUNING FORKS; Using new age tuning systems to bring balance, restoration and harmony.

Explore the historical use of tuning forks and their development and use in therapeutic healing and musical tuning.
Understand the use of tuning forks with and on energy centers, meridians and the biofield when addressing clients needs.
Learn practical applications of tuning forks for self and 1 to 1 healing.
Learn Sonopuncture techniques; how to apply tuning forks to meridians.
Learn Osteophony techniques; how to apply tuning forks to bones.
Learn Myophony techniques; how to apply tuning forks to soft tissue including fascia and neuromuscular trigger points.
Learn Diaphony techniques; how to apply tuning forks to the biofield and subtle bodies.
Grasp a holistic perspective to treatments that aligns with natures principles when working with clients.

UNDERSTANDING TRAUMA AND ITS ALLIES; Exploring the neurobiology of trauma and its relationship to shame, addiction and self sabotage.

Explore the concept of trauma from indigenous and neuroscience perspectives and its significance for holistic sound therapists.
Learn the importance of resourcing yourself and your client before exploring traumatic events and stories.
Grasp the enduring and profound effects of trauma across an individual's breathing patterns and physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual, and ecological well-being.
Understand the role ancestral/intergenerational and childhood trauma plays in the formation of patterns, behaviours and actions, including shame, addiction and self sabotage cycles.
Learn to apply our Sound Compassionate Curiosity modality for understanding client challenges and their trauma response.
Explore breathing techniques to direct clients away from their unconscious trauma response.
Adopt a trauma-informed approach to guarantee the establishment of a secure and supportive environment for yourself and clients.

CONNECTING WITH CLIENTS; Creating a safe client centered container for sustained client progress through effective communication and clean language that supports, identifies and achieves goals, wants and needs.

Develop core communication skills, emphasizing clarity, empathy, and authenticity, while exploring rapport-building strategies to establish trust and understanding with clients.
Learning to use questioning and clean language as a transformative tool to fulfill your agreed responsibility, ensuring you stay within your scope of practice and maintaining client confidentiality.
Learn powerful questioning skills, addressing limiting beliefs and negtive thoughts, and adapt communication for diverse learning styles, incorporating effective feedback.
Explore effective guidance, tools and techniques to guide your clients through goal-setting models such as SMART and GROW and understanding their applications for holistic sound therapists.

HUMAN RESPONSES AND NATURAL INTELLIGENCE'S; Modern and Indigenous perspectives of the innate wisdom of our mind, body and spirit.

Understand the key responses that determine mental, physical, spiritual, cultural and ecological wellbeing and understand the interconnected nature of these determinants for holistic breath coaches.
Learn how to support the natural responses of the human body, highlighting the interconnectedness of physiological, emotional, and behavioral mechanisms in maintaining overall well-being.
Learn the intricate responses of the nervous system, incl; Fight, Flight, Freeze, Fawn, Appease, Rest & Digest and sleep-wake cycles, and sensory reflexes; blushing, yawning, & vestibulo-ocular reflex.
Explore the respiratory reflexes related to breathing and airway protection including; coughing, sneezing, mucus secretion, and airway constriction and apnea.
Examine the body's immune and inflammatory defenses, fever response, as well as cardiovascular responses like vasodilation and vasoconstriction that play crucial roles in maintaining health & balance.
Investigate musculoskeletal responses such as the stretch reflex, goose bumps, and shivering, along with metabolic responses like nutritional thermogenesis and appetite control.
Delve into emotional and behavioral responses, including expressions like laughter, crying, and pacing, as well as specialized reflexes such as the mammalian dive reflex and vomiting reflex.

THE GONG; Ancient tools for modern days stress relief and restoration.

Traverse the rich ancient history of the gong and its various uses in lineages all over the world.
Explore the different types of gongs and their unique qualities and applications.
Learn various playing techniques for gongs, including striking, mallet techniques, pulsing, creating sustained tones and the use of flumis.
Learn to play sound sequences for relaxation and percussion points for stimulation by controlling pitch, rhythm, striking and harmonic sounds.
Know how to apply techniques and sequences for nourishing 1 to 1 sessions.
Understand how to guide group gong sessions for meditation and restoration.
Grasp a holistic perspective to treatments that aligns with natures principles when working with clients.

UNDERSTANDING HUMAN HABITS, PATTERNS, ACTIONS, AND RESILIENCE TO CHANGE.

Explore the psychology of habitual patterns and their influence on emotional wellbeing and lifestyle choices.
Investigate the mechanisms behind human actions, examining motivation, intention, and external factors impacting behaviour.
Understand resilience and resistance to change, explore common barriers, and introduce the Transtheoretical Model to navigate stages of intentional behavior change effectively.
Explore holistic approaches to breaking habits, cultivating resilience, integrating wellbeing practices, and building a supportive environment for sustainable positive change.

DIGITAL SOUNDSCAPES; The future of sound.

Tap into the unlimited capacity of sound technology for creating seamless rich soundscapes and sound meditations and journeys.
Weave any combination of instrument, sound or recording to articulate the journey in sound you envisage.
Explore the different types of technologies available for creating sounds and soundscapes.
Create your own template of sounds, samples and recordings from around the world that you can deliver live 1 to 1 or for groups.
Know how to conduct a live digital sound journey for nourishing 1 to 1 and group sessions.
Understand how to merge digital sound and live instruments for meditation and restoration.
Grasp a holistic perspective to working with digital sound that aligns nature and technology when working with clients.

THE 4 CORNERS PRACTICES; Fundamental skills in energy, breath, sound and movement to support you and your clients development.

Understanding energy work fundamentals and the affect of energy on mental, physical, spiritual, cultural and ecological wellbeing through bio-fields, energy meridians and e-motions.
Learning energy management techniques to protect your own energy, maintain healthy boundaries and balance and avoid burnout.
Understanding breathing fundamentals and the affect of lifes challenges on the breath and its relationship to physiology, anatomy, trauma.
Learn how to use functional breathing to connect, calm and elevate your clients state for more effective coaching.
Understanding the profound impact of sound and vibration on mental, physical, spiritual, cultural and ecological wellbeing.
Learn how to use sound to connect, calm and elevate your clients state for better connection and coaching.
Understand the importance of physical movement in maintaining and elevating physical, mental, emotional and social wellbeing.
Learn recommendations for effective movement and somatic practices to ensure your and your clients optimal holistic wellbeing.

BREATHING PRACTICES IN ACTION; Using connecting breaths for focus and to reconnect with the present moment.

Learn Breath Awareness as a tool for reducing reactivity, improving focus and reconnection with self in the present moment through mindful observation.
Learn and experience the benefits of Coherent breathing techniques to reduce stress, relax the mind and regulate the nervous system.
Learn and experience the benefits of deep controlled breathing techniques to cultivate self awareness, enhance focus, reduces stress, and welcoming inner calm.

EXPLORING ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY OF MIND, BODY AND SPIRIT; From the 13 physical systems to the subtle bodies, energy centers and biofield.

Learn the body's 13 systems form and functions; Respiratory, Nervous, Endocrine, Circulatory, Digestive, Excretory, Lymphatic, Muscular, Skeletal, Immune, Integumentary, Urinary, Reproductive.
Understand the role of the 13 systems and in maintaining physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual and ecological wellbeing.
Embrace an integrated approach to working with the 13 systems and the application of holistic wellbeing tools and practices.
Exploring the non material aspect of ourselves including the soul, spirit, subtle bodies; aura, chakras, energy centers and biofield

NUTRITION, NOURISHMENT AND DETOXING FUNDAMENTALS; Integrating traditional seasonal nourishment with western processed over consumption.

Understanding the 2 most important aspects of nourishment and wellbeing; consumption and excretion.
Detoxing and the purification process; indigenous and western perspectives.
Explore and compare traditional and modern understandings of nutrition, hydration, foraging, seasonal eating and the processing of food.
Integrate evidence based principles from nutritional science including; macro and micro nutrients, hydration and nutritional bio-hacking and their physiological affects on diets.
Develop a holistic perspective on nutrition and hydration for optimal human performance and physical, mental, emotional, spiritual and ecological wellbeing.

SPACE HOLDING FOR SOUND THERAPISTS; Embodying the art of doing, being, stillness and support through compassion and non-judgmental action.

Understanding what holding space for a client is; from space curation to stillness, compassion and non judgmental action.
Knowing the multidimensional aspect of creating safe spaces for individuals, groups and on retreats.
Embody the qualities of an effective space holder who can create a safe container for clients to deeper their self connection.

INTEGRATION OF LIFE EXPERIENCES & SOUND JOURNEYS; From navigating grief, trauma, change and acceptance to self transformation and psychedelics.

Define and identify challenging life experiences and recognize their profound impact on mental, emotional, physical and spiritual wellbeing. Incl; grief, trauma, change and psychedelics.
Identify practices to enhance self-awareness and cultivation of acceptance as a foundational element for personal growth and effective management of natural responses.
Learn how to identify and cultivate personal strengths, building emotional resilience to navigate adversity, and fostering a growth mindset to encourage continuous development.
Explore creative ways of emotional processing, linking to mind-body connection, while cultivating social support and effective communication strategies for navigating challenging life experiences.
Understand how to navigate grief as an essential aspect of integrating challenging life events, offering strategies to understand, process, and transform grief for holistic personal growth & wellbeing
Explore common reactions and coping mechanisms to challenging life experiences incl; addiction, self-sabotage and disconnection.

RUNNING YOUR SUCCESSFUL SOUND THERAPY BUSINESS; Curating your dream lifestyle business from ideation, to a lifetime of success.

Define your authentic coaching niche, discover your personal story ensuring it aligns with your purpose and passion. Set boundaries and expectation to navigate the transition to a successful business
Learn how to create an effective and robust business model that will guide you towards your desired destination. Understand why business plans are a thing of the past.
Grounding in ethics to the framework of your business and sessions including; establishing healthy boundaries, code of conduct and continuous education, promoting professionalism and integrity and protecting the client.
Identify your content and story to sell your offerings incl; packages, programs, workshops, memberships and in person and online offerings.
Acquire an entrepreneurial mindset, establish your brand and business, handle bookings and accounts, create a website and social media presence in your chosen niche.
Apply ethical marketing strategies ensuring authenticity, transparency, and alignment with values to build meaningful connections with clients and promote sustainable coaching practice.

HOLISTIC SOUND THERAPIST PRACTICUM; Putting your knowledge and skills into action

Undertaking case studies to apply holistic sound therapy tools and techniques
Engaging in supervised sessions with real clients
Receiving feedback and guidance from experienced facilitators and mentors.
Reflecting on personal growth and future directions in integrative holistic coaching.

Embrace this unique opportunity to become a skilled holistic Sound Therapist, bringing harmony and balance to the lives of others while embracing the wisdom of ancient cultures and modern science.