For centuries civilizations have used soothing music for community well-being and healing. For thousands of years, cultures have used chants and music for spiritual and community healing. Evidence-based research  has shown chanting has a strong therapeutic effect : Studies show it may improve mood cognition and well-being A study from 2016 found that people reported significantly less tension, anger, fatigue and depression after a sound therapy session. Dr. Mitchell Gaynor, Director of Medical Oncology and Integrative Medicine at the Cornell Cancer Prevention Center explains, “If we accept that sound is vibration, and we know that vibration touches every part of our physical being, then we understand that sound is heard not only through our ears, but through every cell in our bodies. One reason sound heals on a physical level is because it so deeply touches and transforms us on the emotional and spiritual planes. Sound can redress imbalances on every level of physiologic functioning and can play a positive role in the treatment of virtually any medical disorder.” sound therapy healing Feelings of spiritual well-being also increase, and the effects were most notable among people who’d never tried sound therapy or singing bowls before. There’s also evidence that the singing bowls can lower blood pressure and heart rate. Sound therapy activates the parasympathetic nervous system which regulates our ability to rest, relax our muscles, breathing which lowers our blood pressure and heart rate. At Iris Healing® Retreat, sound therapy is a fundamental component to our therapeutic process. Iris is a dual-diagnosis facility with a holistic approach that focuses on self-care, empathy and well-being to create a new perspective on life. Along with other therapeutic modalities at Iris, healing with sound is an effective way to treat mental illness and substance abuse disorders. Our clients showed definitive improvement in their mood and attitude following sound therapy treatment. In addition, our clients have noticed sound therapy enhances their ability to sleep and stay asleep. We treat you as a whole person. You will participate in individual and group therapy. To help you get started with your healing process, make sure to know more about sound therapy healing benefits. Call us today to find out more: (844)663-4747.