Tibetan singing bowls, mallets, and a selenite wand arranged on a treatment table for a private sound healing session in Anacortes

Sound Healing Therapy

Private Sound Sessions • Sound Baths • Vocal Toning • Sound Workshops • Biofield Clearing

Serving: Anacortes, La Conner, Oak Harbor, Mount Vernon, Skagit Valley & the San Juan Islands, Washington State

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Feeling Stressed, Anxious or Stuck?

You don’t have to stay there. Sound healing therapy offers a gentle path back to calm through therapeutic frequencies that support your nervous system, release tension, and restore your body’s natural balance.

Sound healing practitioner Lara Dunning working with a Tibetan singing bowl demonstrating nervous system regulation through vibrational sound therapy

Release Tension. Return to You.

Do you want to release stress and reconnect with your body’s natural rhythm? In a private sound healing session, I work one-on-one with you, placing Tibetan singing bowls on and around your body to help you settle into deep rest and find your way back to balance.

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“I thoroughly enjoyed my unique healing Tibetan bowls treatment with Lara and felt improved afterwards. She is professional and very caring. Her healing space is clean, safe, and aesthetically nice. Great experience!” ~Susan J.

Sound Baths & Tone Circles. Find Calm Together.

Want to experience how sound healing therapy can benefit your body and mind? Join a community sound bath, Tone Circle gathering, or a sound workshop to discover how therapeutic frequencies can guide your busy mind and stressed body into deeper calm and relaxation.

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A row of yoga mats are placed in front of sound healing tables with crystal bowls, Tibetan bowls, chimes and other musical instruments.

“In a word….Transformative! I can’t recommend this enough for anyone looking to heal and rejuvenate their energy.” ~Carrie E.

Sound Healing Therapy with Lara gift certificate for a 75-minute private sound healing session, with Tibetan singing bowls on a treatment table

Give the Gift of Sound Healing.

Looking for a gift that gives a friend or loved one the space to pause, breathe, and come back to themselves? My 75-minute sound healing therapy sessions are the perfect gift!

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“She blew me away! I will definitely go back for another session, and highly recommend it to anybody seeking relief from stress, tension, or who just wants to clear some stagnant energy.” ~Katie P.

New to Sound Healing?

If you’re curious how sound healing works or what to expect, my sound healing guides are a good place to start.

And if you’re new and ready to experience live frequencies for yourself, a community sound bath is a relaxed, welcoming way to begin.

Sound healing practitioner Lara Dunning with crystal singing bowls and Tibetan bowls set up for a community sound bath

“You can’t lie about people’s energy. Healer’s energy has to be stable and clear. After an hour session of sound healing with her, you know her energy didn’t intrude on you, she held the her energy well, and let the sound did its thing! That is not most healers can do!! I actually felt difference after few weeks later. My frequency has changed, even my mindset has changed. ” ~May H.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Sound Healing

What is sound healing therapy?

Sound healing uses therapeutic frequencies and vibrations to support your body’s natural ability to restore balance. Through instruments like Tibetan singing bowls, crystal singing bowls, tuning forks, and vocal toning, sound healing can help regulate your nervous system, release physical tension, clear energetic blockages, and promote deep relaxation.

What are the benefits of sound healing therapy?

Sound healing therapy can reduce stress, improve sleep, enhance mental clarity, balance energy centers, and support emotional healing. It also helps regulate the nervous system, creating a deep sense of peace and relaxation. Many people experience relief from physical tension, anxiety, and emotional heaviness.

How do Tibetan singing bowls heal?

Tibetan singing bowls produce harmonic frequencies that interact with the body’s energy field, promoting deep relaxation and supporting healing on a cellular level. The vibrations help release blocked energy, balance chakras, and support the body’s natural ability to restore itself.

What are the frequencies of Tibetan singing bowls?

Tibetan singing bowls resonate at different frequencies, typically between 110 Hz and 660 Hz (some bowls go up to 900 Hz). Some align to the Solfeggio frequencies or correspond to specific chakras. Each frequency affects the body in unique ways, promoting balance and restoration.

Private Sound Healing Sessions

How do I book a private session?

The first step is to book a session. If you are paying with a credit card, pay via the pay buttons on the booking page. Please note that fees are inclusive, meaning no gratuity is expected; the price listed is the price you pay! Once your session is booked, look for an email from me. It will include an intake form that must be filled out before your session. Once complete, you’ll receive directions. On the day of your session, arrive a few minutes before your appointment and wear comfortable clothing.

What happens during a private sound healing session?

Each 75-minute session is personalized to your needs and includes:
>Supportive intake conversation about your stress levels and concerns
>Body and biofield assessment using a pendulum to identify areas holding energy
>Full sound healing sequence with Tibetan bowls on and around your body
>Optional biofield clearing to release stagnant or inherited patterns
>Closing with selenite to smooth and integrate the work
>Personalized session recap within 24 hours with insights and integration practices

What should I expect during a sound healing session?

Everyone holds stressors and traumas differently, so your experience will be unique to you. Each session may also be different depending on what your body needs. Some clients feel deeply relaxed, slipping into a meditative state or dozing off. Others who release stuck energy or long-held energetic blockages may feel restless during or after the session. This is normal, it’s your body’s way of “detoxing” and realigning back to its natural state.

What should I expect after a sound healing session?

Many people feel deeply relaxed, lighter, and more balanced. Others experience emotional release, heightened awareness, or improved sleep. However, sometimes when your body releases stuck energy, blockages, or long-held ancestral energies, you may feel lethargic, agitated or something like a detox effect. This is your body’s way of recalibrating itself, and it usually only lasts for a couple of days. If this every happens, please let me know right away as I have some things you can do to help. You’ll also want to stay well hydrated, and if it doesn’t interfere with any medications, electrolytes can help too.

How often should I receive sound healing sessions?

Many sound healers in the field recommend three sessions spaced out a week or so apart. This gives your body time to integrate the work while maintaining momentum for deeper release and rebalancing. After that, sessions can be customized to your needs. Some clients come weekly during intense periods, others monthly for maintenance, or as-needed for ongoing support.

Community Sound Bath Events

What is a sound bath?

A sound bath is a group sound healing experience where you lie down or sit and immerse yourself in the therapeutic sounds and vibrations of Tibetan singing bowls, crystal singing, bowls, chimes, and other instruments. It’s called a “bath” because the sound waves wash over you, creating deep relaxation and nervous system support.

Does Sound Healing Therapy with Lara offer sound bath events?

Yes! I have monthly sound bath events in Oak Harbor, La Conner, and Anacortes. Check the Sound Healing Events page for a full list of local sound bath events and sound healing offerings.

What should I bring to a sound bath?

Bring a yoga mat, blanket, and pillow for comfort, or anything that helps you feel supported. Dress in comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. Some people also bring an eye mask. I have few zero gravity chairs for individuals who have mobility issues; they fill up fast. I provide the sound instruments and hold the space for your experience. Many of the yoga studios I work with have yoga mats, bolsters, and blankets, so be sure to read the sound bath description.

How long are sound bath events?

Most sound bath events are 60-90 minutes, allowing you time to set up your area, a brief opening, the sound bath experience itself (typically 60 minutes), and time to slowly transition back.

Do I need experience with meditation or sound healing to attend?

Not at all! Sound baths are accessible to everyone, regardless of experience. All you need to do is lie down, relax, and receive the sounds.

Tone Circle Gatherings

What is Tone Circle?

Tone Circle is a group vocal sound healing practice where participants use their voices to create sustained tones together. It combines breathwork, meditation, vocalization, and group coherence to regulate the nervous system, foster emotional processing, and build community connection. No singing experience is necessary!

I’m not a singer—can I still participate?

Absolutely! Tone Circle is not about singing beautifully—it’s about using your natural voice as a healing tool. Everyone can participate, regardless of vocal experience or confidence.

What are the benefits of Tone Circle?

Tone Circle supports nervous system regulation, activates the vagus nerve (which promotes calm), creates physiological coherence, fosters emotional release, builds vocal confidence, and deepens community connection through shared sound.

How long are Tone Circle gatherings?

Sessions are typically 60 minutes, with time to settle into your space, around 40 minutes of toning, and then time to come back after the experience.

Where can I find Tone Circle gatherings?

Check the Sound Healing Events page for upcoming Tone Circle dates and registration.

Sound Workshops

What kind of workshops do you offer?

I offer experiential sound healing workshops focused on practices like humming, vocal toning, and chanting/mantras. These workshops teach you how to use sound as a personal tool for self-regulation, healing, and nervous system support. Workshop topics vary, check the events page for current offerings.

Do I need any experience to attend a workshop?

No prior experience is needed! Workshops are designed to be accessible and educational for everyone, from complete beginners to those with some sound healing experience.

Gift Certificates

Can I purchase a gift certificate for someone?

Yes! Gift certificates for a 75-minute private sound healing session make meaningful gifts for birthdays, holidays, or any occasion. You can buy online and have it emailed on the date you choose, or send it to yourself to print. Learn more about gift certificates here.

How does the recipient use a gift certificate?

Their gift certificate email includes a gift code and a link to book. They choose a time on my booking calendar and enter the code when booking. The session is already paid for, and the certificate doesn’t expire, though I recommend booking within six months.

Hiring Me for Your Events & Retreats

Are you available for private events or retreats?

Yes! I’m available for private events, wellness retreats and corporate wellness programs, and community gatherings. Some of the things I can offer are: sound baths, Tone Circle gatherings, yoga nidra + sound, and sound healing-related workshops. Learn more about hiring me for your event.

General Questions

How do I know if sound healing is for me?

Sound healing is for anyone looking to reduce stress, find deep relaxation, or support their overall well-being. If you:
✅ Are experiencing stress, anxiety, or overwhelm
✅ Have trouble sleeping or relaxing
✅ Feel emotionally stuck or energetically blocked
✅ Experience physical tension or discomfort
✅ Want to deepen your meditation or spiritual practice
✅ Are curious about holistic healing methods
Then sound healing may be exactly what you need! Whether you’re seeking relaxation or deeper emotional support, sessions and events can provide profound benefits.

Why did you become a sound healing practitioner?

For years, I thought I was managing stress well, until it started to compound and create other health issues. I felt stuck—physically, mentally, and emotionally—unsure of how to give myself the grace to heal. While researching natural healing approaches, I discovered sound healing. After experiencing it myself and reviewing the research, I knew this was something I wanted to share with others. Read more about my story here.

I have more questions—where can I find answers?

Visit the full FAQ page for more detailed information, or contact me directly with your specific questions!