Sound isn't just something you hear.
It's something your body feels.
WHAT IS SOUND THERAPY?
Sound therapy uses carefully chosen frequencies, from gongs, singing bowls, and crystal bowls, to work directly on your nervous system.
The vibrations slow your brainwaves, stimulate the vagus nerve, and help your body shift out of fight-or-flight and into genuine rest. It’s not simply about lying down and feeling a little better. There is a physiological response taking place beneath the surface of what you experience in that room.
As a science-led sound therapist and musician, I bring a level of care to the sound itself that most sessions don't have, through musical principles of pacing, phrasing, rhythm, tempo, dynamics, harmony, dissonance and even silence. Each session is a considered journey, not just a playlist.
SOUND BATHS
Group and Private Sound Baths
An hour that does something nothing else quite does. Held in my garden studio in Woking, Surrey, a peaceful, private space surrounded by greenery, a setting that many clients find calming from the moment they arrive. You'll lie on a plush futon with blankets, bolsters, and an eye mask, and let the sound do the rest.
Most people notice something shift before I've even played a note. The space does a lot of the work.
Group sessions run regularly and sell out quickly. I also host special collaborative events throughout the year — see Events & Projects below.
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Arrive and settle into a thoughtfully prepared space
Lie down and let the sound work
Gongs, singing bowls, crystal bowls, voice and other therapeutic instruments, played with musicality and intention.
Leave feeling recalibrated, not just relaxed
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Anyone who is curious about their nervous system, already committed to their wellbeing, or simply ready for a level of rest they haven't been able to reach on their own. No prior experience needed.
1:1 SOUND TREATMENTS - IN PERSON
A Clinical 1:1 Sound Treatment
The Peter Hess® Sound Massage Method is a deeply therapeutic one-to-one treatment using specially developed, therapy-grade singing bowls placed directly on and around the body. Gentle vibrations travel through the body to support nervous system regulation, release physical tension, and encourage deep relaxation and the body's natural capacity for balance and self-regulation.
As a fully qualified Peter Hess® Sound Massage Practitioner, I'm among only a handful of practitioners in the UK trained to offer the complete method, allowing every treatment to be tailored using the full range of Peter Hess® techniques and protocols. I have also completed advanced training in fascia-focused sound treatment, using targeted therapeutic vibrations to support the body's connective tissue, improve ease of movement, and enhance overall wellbeing.
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Each session is individually tailored, combining evidence-informed practice with deeply restorative sound to support both physical and emotional wellbeing.
These sessions go beyond relaxation. They work at the level of the nervous system, the fascia, and the body's own capacity to regulate and they're particularly effective for clients where talk therapy alone hasn't been able to reach what's being held in the body.
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Clients managing trauma — physical or emotional
People experiencing stress, anxiety, burnout or who simply find it difficult to switch off and truly rest
Those with chronic conditions including hEDS, chronic pain, or POTS
Clients with neurodivergence or nervous system dysregulation
Anyone referred from my health coaching practice
People who have tried other approaches and are ready to try something that works differently
EVENTS & PROJECTS
Sound therapy, taken further.
Alongside my regular sessions, I run a series of collaborative events and projects that bring sound into unexpected places, with other practitioners, musicians, cultures, and communities.
These sell out. Sign up to the newsletter to hear about them first.
REFLEXOLOGY SOUND BATH
Experience the deeply restorative combination of reflexologyand immersive live sound in this unique collaboration with Clinical Reflexologist Eva Worman. As Eva works on carefully selected reflex points on the feet, you'll be surrounded by soothing therapeutic sounds designed to encourage deep relaxation, offering a calming experience for both body and mind.
11TH SEPTEMBER | 7:00 - 9:00PM
SOUND OF JOO STUDIO
£55
HELD IN HARMONY MUM AND BABY SESSIONS
Inspired by the Korean tradition of Sanhujori (a traditional approach to postpartum recovery that centres rest, nourishment and caring for the mother) Held in Harmony is a gentle space where mothers are nurtured alongside their babies. Through soothing sound, nurturing massage and a welcoming environment where babies can simply be babies, each session offers a chance to slow down, rest and receive a little of the care you so freely give to everyone else.
17TH SEPTEMBER | 9:30 - 10:45AM
SOUND OF JOO STUDIO
£50
AUTUMN HARVEST MOON CANDLE MAKING SOUND BATH
Join us for a cosy autumnal evening of candle making and sound. In collaboration with Debbie from Sara Jane Candles, you'll be guided through the process of creating your own beautifully scented candle, blending seasonal fragrances inspired by the warmth and richness of autumn. As your candle sets, relax into a soothing live sound bath designed to help you unwind and reconnect. Your ticket includes all candle-making materials, a choice of scents, plus tea and nourishing nibbles to enjoy throughout the evening.
27TH SEPTEMBER | 3:30 - 5:30PM
THE PAVILION, CHICHESTER
£55
ECHOES OF KOREA
Experience an afternoon of Korean culture, mindfulness and deep relaxation in collaboration with Bini Sudo, cookbook author and founder of Kimchi Club W5. Begin with a mindful Korean tea meditation before enjoying an authentic Korean feast, featuring a generous main dish accompanied by a selection of traditional side dishes (banchan), followed by a beautiful tea ceremony. The experience concludes with an immersive sound bath, and you'll leave with a special Korean-themed souvenir to remember the day.
9TH OCTOBER | 7:30 - 9:00PM
RIPLEY VILLAGE HALL
£69
SOUND WIZARDS
A magical family sound experience where children can explore the fascinating world of sound through sensory play, storytelling and hands-on activities. In collaboration with The Feel Good Project, little explorers will discover how sound and vibration can be felt, heard and experienced, all while having fun, getting curious and creating their own moments of calm
11TH OCTOBER | 2:30 - 4:00PM
CHLOE BRUCE HQ, RIPLEY
AROMATHERAPY SOUND BATH
A multi-sensory evening where aromatherapy, gentle massage and live therapeutic sound come together to create a deeply restorative experience. In collaboration with Tracey from Because Beauty Matters, you'll be guided through carefully selected essential oils, soothing touch and immersive soundscapes designed to help you unwind and reconnect. The evening concludes with essential oil-infused nourishing bites and a calming herbal tea, leaving you feeling restored from the inside out.
15TH OCTOBER | 7:30 - 9:30PM
SOUND OF JOO STUDIO
£55
SONORO CIRCLE
A cinematic ambient sound experience in collaboration with music producer and composer Tom Lambdin, bringing together immersive electronic soundscapes and live instrumentation. Music as medicine. Sound as refuge. A space to slow down, listen deeply and experience sound in a whole new way. Together, we create a shared space for rest, connection, belonging and community.
NEXT EVENT DATE TBD
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SONIC SERENITY MASSAGE
A deeply restorative treatment combining expert therapeutic touch massage with the immersive power of live sound. Created in collaboration with Elizabeth from Nice to be Kneaded, this unique experience blends hands-on sound and touch massage with Peter Hess® singing bowls, gongs and crystal bowls to calm the nervous system, ease muscular tension and encourage deep relaxation.
YOUR CHOICE OF DATE
SOUND OF JOO STUDIO
60 MINUTES | £150
Collaborative Sessions
I love bringing together complementary therapies and talented practitioners to create unique, nurturing experiences that support wellbeing in meaningful ways. If you're a practitioner with an idea for a collaborative event or workshop, I'd love to hear from you.
Kind words from previous sound therapy clients
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"If you haven’t experienced a sound bath before you must seek out Joo. Even if you have, I recommend you allow yourself to try Joo. You will experience something truly unique. We had the pleasure of meeting Joo recently and I can’t stop talking about the experience. Truly life changing."
— Kay
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"Time in Joo’s care is not like anything I’ve experienced before. Her gift, her knowledge and her energy she generously shares with you during her sound baths is something truly unique. I absolutely loved it and have decided to make this a regular treat both for my body and my mind"
— Yasemin
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"This wasn’t my first sound bath, but it was my first experience with Joo — and it was excellent. The setting was lovely and the session felt like a guided journey through sound. I enjoyed it so much that I booked a private sound treatment shortly after. It was deeply relaxing and allowed me to properly switch off. I left feeling calm and refreshed for days after"
— Minna
