Sound bath therapy being offered by former NHS therapist

Following her role as an occupational therapist, Belinda Allman, based in Northumberland, dabbled in alternative healing methods.

A visit to a Complimentary Therapies Conference sparked an interest in Bach Flower Remedies, leading her to become a certified practitioner.

A sound bath session (Image: Belinda Allman)

Despite the pandemic's halt to Ms Allman's practice expansion, this enforced downtime led her to discover another healing avenue; sound healing.

She soon became a sound practitioner, using Himalayan singing bowls and other instruments initially and later incorporating gongs.

Ms Allman said: "I really wanted the opportunity to offer sound baths within my local community."

Sound baths, despite their rising popularity, are often misunderstood.

She added: "It’s a deeply relaxing and meditative experience where you are ‘bathed’ in the sound waves produced by gongs, singing bowls, chimes, and other instruments."

The therapeutic vibrations are said to help reduce anxiety, stress, lower heart rates, improve sleep, and ease pain.

The sessions take place in a number of locations (Image: Belinda Allman)

For those willing to test the waters, getting started is simple; you lay or sit comfortably to absorb the harmonious waves of the varied instruments.

Now offering sound baths at locations ranging from Bellingham Town Hall to Hindmarsh Hall, Alnmouth, Ms Allman also attends local groups and wellbeing days.

Her goal is to share the alternative healing methods that guided her, her family, and friends through challenging times.

In addition to group sessions, Ms Allman now offers private sessions at Bellingham Holistic Centre, sharing the therapy space with two other therapists.

The centre, located next to the Olive and Myrtle Shop in Bellingham, invites individuals to discover more about the treatments by simply visiting their webpage.

An open day in January will offer an opportunity for locals to explore the therapy space, with therapists on hand to discuss the treatments on offer and even experience a 'taster' session.

Continuing with her shared knowledge agenda, Ms Allman will be running a Bach Flower Remedies Workshop in the New Year.

She invites everyone to join and learn about the remedies, where attendees will even get a chance to create their personalised mix to take home.