SOUND HEALING
What is a Gong Bath?
A Gong Bath uses healing gong sounds and frequencies to bring about healing and wellbeing. Despite the name, there is no water involved — you simply lie down and bathe in sound.
Gong and sound therapy have been practised for thousands of years and are reputed to have wide-ranging health benefits. Heart rate and respiration slow as the parasympathetic nervous system is activated, supporting improved digestion, sleep, and immune functioning.
Sound frequencies work on a cellular level and are reported to support anxiety, stress, depression, and the release of emotional blockages. More recently, scientific evidence has begun to suggest that certain forms of sound may prompt DNA strands to repair themselves.
Carmen is a College of Sound Healing–trained Gong Practitioner, approved by the Complementary Medical Association (CMA) and the Therapeutic Sound Association (TSA) — ensuring a professional, heart-centred standard of sound healing.
KNOWN BENEFITS
What the Sound Can Do
YOUR SESSION
What to Expect
You won't be asked to do anything at all. Simply arrive, settle in, and let the sound do the rest. Each session is held in a carefully prepared, nurturing space.
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Arrive & Settle
You'll be invited to lie down on a meditation mat in a comfortable position. Yoga mats are provided at group sessions bring a warm blanket and pillow.
The Sound Journey
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The session lasts approximately 45 minutes. Carmen begins quietly and gradually deepens the volume never to an uncomfortable level using gongs, alchemy bowls, and other therapeutic instruments.
Integration & Return
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There is always a short period of silence at the close. This helps you absorb and integrate the experience before gently returning to the room.
Refreshments
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At group classes, raw cacao and refreshments are served afterwards a gentle way to ground and reconnect with the space and those around you.
Kind Words
“I arrived stressed and left feeling completely still. The gongs, the cacao, the warmth of the space Carmen creates something truly special every Monday evening."
Sarah M., Sherborne“An hour with Carmen felt like a week's rest. The sound reaches places nothing else can. I left lighter, clearer, and genuinely transformed. Absolutely extraordinary."
James T., Dorset"Being cocooned in the hammock while the gongs played around me was unlike anything I've experienced. Carmen holds the space with such grace and intention".”
Rachel K., SherborneSESSIONS & PRICING
Choose Your Experience
Fortnightly sessions in a beautiful Sherborne hall — a communal journey of deep relaxation using gongs, alchemy bowls, and therapeutic instruments, with raw cacao and refreshments to follow. (60 minutes).
Digby Memorial Hall · DT9 3NL · 7:30pm
Adult (£20)
Child (Under 10) (£10)
A deeply personal sound healing experience every Tuesday and Wednesday, daytime and evening. Also available as a couples session or an intimate small group of three. (75 minutes).
London Road Clinic, Sherborne · Tues & Wed
1:1 Private Session - £100
Couple - £125 (total)
Small Group (3 persons) - £120 (total)
Cocooned in an aerial hammock designed for deep immersion and full-body support, this extraordinary format enhances the resonance of every vibration — a profoundly held experience unlike any other. (75 minutes)
1:1 Private Session - £100
Couple - £125 (total)
All sessions are held in carefully chosen, nurturing spaces. First-timers are warmly welcomed.
A deeply personal galactic sound key reading — offering insight, resonance, and new pathways of self-understanding. Available in-person or online.
In-Person or Online
A full day offering space for deep rest, reflection, and reconnection. Thoughtfully crafted for individuals, couples, or small groups in a calm, supportive setting.
Various Venues · Dorset
From £300
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Gong Bath?
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A Gong Bath uses healing gong sounds and frequencies to support wellbeing. Despite the name, there's no water involved — you simply lie down and bathe in sound. It's a practice with thousands of years of history and is said to support relaxation, sleep, digestion, immune functioning, and emotional release.
Do I need to do anything during a session?
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Nothing at all. You lie down on a meditation mat in a comfortable position and simply relax. Everything is taken care of for you.
How long does a session last?
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Approximately 45 minutes. The gongs start quietly and gradually increase in volume — never to an uncomfortable level — and there's always a short period of silence at the end to help you integrate the experience.
Who is Carmen, and what are her qualifications?
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Carmen is a qualified Gong Practitioner, trained by world-renowned teacher Sheila Whittaker through the College of Sound Healing (CoSH). Her training is approved by both the Complementary Medical Association (CMA) and the Therapeutic Sound Association (TSA). She is also a qualified Reiki Master who has been supporting people on their healing journeys since 2004.
What instruments are used?
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Carmen uses a variety of gongs, crystal and alchemy singing bowls, and other therapeutic instruments. In some sessions she also incorporates her voice and spoken word.
Where do sessions take place?
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Carmen offers sessions at several locations:
Digby Memorial Hall, Sherborne, Dorset — fortnightly Monday evening group classes
London Road Clinic — 1:1, couples, and small group sessions every Tuesday and Wednesday
Milborne Port Village Hall — occasional morning classes
She also offers retreat days and has appeared at events such as Minterne House
What types of sessions are available and how much do they cost?
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What types of sessions are available and how much do they cost?
Group class (Sherborne): £20 per person
1:1 session (London Road Clinic): £75
Couples session: £85
Small group (3 people): £40 per person (£120 total)
Aerial Hammock Immersive Experience (1:1): £75
Galactic Sound Keys Reading: £200
Retreat Day: from £300
What is the Aerial Hammock Immersive Experience?
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This is a unique session where you are cocooned in an aerial hammock, designed to create an even deeper sense of immersion and physical support during the sound healing.
What should I bring to a group class?
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Please bring a warm blanket and a pillow. Yoga mats are provided. Refreshments — including raw cacao — are served after the session.
Are children allowed?
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Yes — children over 10 years old are welcome at group classes if accompanied by an adult. Children are charged at £10 per session.
Is there a loyalty scheme?
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Yes! A loyalty card is included with your booking — your 10th session is free of charge.
Are gift vouchers available?
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Yes, gift vouchers are available for group classes.
What is the cancellation policy?
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All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you give at least 24 hours' notice, Carmen will either transfer your booking to another class or issue a gift voucher of equal value, valid for 6 months at any venue. Cancellations made within 24 hours of the start time are non-transferable and non-refundable.