The Winter Reset: Somatic Sound Bath for The Nervous System

Homecoming: Back to Your Body. Back to Yourself.

This isn’t background music for your mind. It’s a nervous system homecoming.

A space where sound becomes a language your body understands… softening the edges, loosening what’s been held too tightly, and guiding you back into rhythm, breath, and inner quiet.

Here, we don’t force release. We create the conditions for it.
We don’t rush healing. We let it unfold.

And in a room with others doing the same brave thing—slowing down, letting go, returning—something shifts. Not loudly. Not dramatically. Just… deeply.

You don’t have to share your story.
You don’t have to explain anything.
You simply get to arrive—and receive.

Because at Inner Summits, we believe healing doesn’t have to happen alone. When we slow down together, our rhythms naturally begin to sync, and our nervous systems often soften faster—held by the quiet reminder that we’re not carrying it all by ourselves.

How Sound Bath Therapy Works

Sound therapy blends ancient wisdom with modern neuroscience to reach places words don’t always touch. It supports healing on multiple levels—emotionally, neurologically, and physically.

Emotional + Nervous System Level: Frequencies can gently engage deeper pathways in the brain and body—like the amygdala, brainstem, and vagus nerve—where stress, grief, and trauma often live beneath awareness.

Brainwave Entrainment: Your brain naturally moves through different brainwave states. Sound can help guide the brain into slower, more restorative rhythms—making it easier to settle into rest, clarity, and repair:

• • • Delta: deep restoration

    • Theta: meditative processing

    • Alpha: calm, grounded ease

    • Beta: active thinking (often heightened in anxiety)

    • Gamma: integration and insight

There’s nothing you need to force. Using crystal singing bowls, Himalayan bowls, and the human voice, we support your system in shifting from survival into restoration—at your own pace.

Curious to learn more? Explore our posts on the neuroscience of sound and nervous system regulation.

What to Expect in Our Somatic Sound Bath Therapy Session

Who Is Sound Bath Meditation For?

• • • Individuals carrying grief, trauma, anxiety, or burnout
    • Those who feel stuck, numb, or emotionally distant
    • Folks looking to calm their nervous system and support deeper sleep
    • People who appreciate talk therapy, but are curious about experiential, body-based healing through sound therapy, breathwork, and somatic therapy
    • Individuals who are seeking personal growth and holistic self-care practices
    • Anyone craving a space that feels safe, supportive, and gently held… in community

The Setting

Every detail is designed to support your safety and comfort:

• • • Facilitated by trauma-informed psychotherapists and a certified music therapist
    • A personal journey station with mat, pillows, blanket, eye shade, and journal
    • Soft lighting and a warmly curated environment that fosters calm and safety

About the Lead Facilitator: Laura Cowal is a registered psychotherapist, accredited music therapist and sound therapy practitioner specializing in trauma and the therapeutic use of music.  She has a special interest in integrating sound and music into somatic psychotherapy to support healing from trauma and attachment wounds. Laura embraces a holistic approach, treating the whole person rather than focusing solely on symptoms. Learn more About Laura.

About the Co-Facilitator: Sara Saniee is the co-founder of Inner Summits, RSW & psychotherapist, and neurotherapist specializing in the field of trauma. She has a special interest in the impact of stress and trauma on the body, and in particular the use of somatic therapy, neurofeedback, and expanded states of consciousness to access healing. Learn more About Sara.

Practical Details

• When: March 24, 2026, at 6:00PM. Doors close at 6:15PM.
• Where: 9401 Jane Street, Suite 306, Vaughan, ON L6A 4H7
  • Use Entrance B to the 3rd floor, walk down the long white hallway to the end
  • Free visitor parking available, or use underground parking to stay warm
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Cost: $65.00 (eligible for psychotherapy insurance coverage)
• What to bring: For your comfort, we recommend wearing loose, comfortable clothing and dressing in layers so you can adjust to the room’s temperature. You’ll be invited to remove your shoes and rest on a mat during the session.

Your Next Step

1. Reserve your spot: Reach out to us at soma@innersummits.ca to share your interest and ensure there’s open spots remaining. With only 10 participant spots, we intentionally keep the group small to create a sense of intimacy, safety, and connection.
2. Secure your place: Send an e-transfer to fees@innersummits.ca. Because these gatherings are in high demand and space is limited, we aren’t able to offer refunds. You’ll receive a receipt you can use for insurance reimbursement or tax purposes.
3. Prepare for the journey: Once registered, you’ll receive a link to complete a brief intake and consent form through the Jane App—helping us welcome you in with care and intention.
4. Stay connected: A confirmation email will be sent to you, along with a gentle reminder 48 hours before your session, so you feel ready and supported as the day approaches.