Soundbath with Jessica from Reform
Can you tell us about your journey with sound healing – what first drew you to this practice?
My journey into sound healing really began in response to the stress and burnout I was experiencing in my corporate career. I was working long hours, always ‘on’, and my mind and body began to show signs of chronic stress. I was anxious, exhausted, and felt completely disconnected from myself.
When I discovered sound healing, it was like my nervous system exhaled for the first time in years. It soothed something in me that nothing else had reached – a sense of calm and clarity I’d been searching for.
Looking back, though, my relationship with sound actually started long before that. I’ve always loved music and trained as a classical musician as a child. I didn’t know it at the time, but sound and music have always been my form of therapy, alongside other creative pursuits that allowed me to express myself freely. That’s really at the heart of my approach to healing now: it’s rooted in expression, creativity, and finding a way back to yourself through beauty and resonance.
For those who are new to sound baths, how would you describe the experience? What might someone feel or notice during a session?
A sound bath is a deeply relaxing, meditative experience where you lie down, get comfortable, and simply receive. You’re bathed in layers of sound, from crystal singing bowls to vocals and chimes, and there’s no effort required on your part.
Everyone experiences it a little differently. Some people feel very calm or even fall asleep, others might feel emotions gently rise, or their mind might wander and settle. Many people say it feels like a reset – physically, emotionally, and energetically – and they leave feeling clearer, lighter, and more present.
What makes sound such a powerful tool for restoration and inner calm?
Sound is something we all intuitively respond to. It’s one of the earliest ways we connect with the world. Certain tones and frequencies can help slow the brainwaves, regulate the breath, and ease the body into a more restful state.
It works on both a physical and emotional level, helping to soothe the nervous system, ease tension, and create a feeling of safety and stillness. It’s not about ‘doing’ anything; sound gives your mind and body permission to rest and return to balance.
When we think about sound, we associate it with hearing, but we also deeply feel sound – in our mind, body and soul, if we are still enough to observe it.
Middleton Lodge is such a tranquil setting – how does the environment there enhance your sessions?
Middleton Lodge is a truly special place and I am deeply in love with it. There’s such a deep sense of peace held within the land. Because the space is so connected to nature, it’s easy to fall into its rhythm. It holds you in a way that helps people naturally begin to let go.
When we hold the sessions in the Fig House, we’re often accompanied by a symphony of birdsong as they fly overhead. Sometimes it truly feels as though they’re singing along with the soundscape I’m creating, it’s that kind of quiet magic that makes each session feel so alive and in tune with the seasons.
Could you guide us through what a typical sound bath with you might look or feel like?
Each session is slightly different depending on the season, the energy of the group, and the space we’re in. But we always begin by gently connecting to the body, grounding ourselves in the moment with the breath. I guide guests through a calming meditation to tune into the energy of the season or theme we’re working with.
From there, the sound begins to build. I use a combination of crystal singing bowls, ethereal vocals, chimes, and other instruments to create a dreamy soundscape. The experience is immersive and intuitive, designed to invite rest, clarity, and reflection. Many people leave feeling lighter, calmer, and more in tune with themselves.
Do you work with particular instruments or frequencies? How do they support the nervous system?
I work with a blend of carefully selected instruments and tones, each offering a different quality. Crystal singing bowls are tuned to specific frequencies that resonate with different energy centres in the body, and I often layer them with angelic vocals, chimes and shamanic instruments that reflect sounds of nature.
The way I work is less about isolating a single frequency, and more about weaving a soundscape that guides the listener through an uplifting yet grounding journey. The different tones support the nervous system by helping it shift from a stress response into a state of calm regulation. That’s where true restoration happens.
There’s a quiet magic in group experiences. How does the energy shift when people come together in these sessions?
There’s definitely something powerful about coming together in a group with a shared intention to rest, reflect, or reconnect. Even though the experience is personal, the collective energy often deepens the sense of safety and presence in the room. I notice people often feel more held, more open to letting go, and even more connected – both to themselves and others – after a group session. There’s a quiet intimacy that forms, even without words, and I think that sense of shared stillness is something many of us are craving more of in our lives.
How do you hope guests feel as they leave one of your sound baths?
My intention is always that people leave feeling more like themselves, but with a little more softness, a little more clarity, and a lot more peace. I hope they walk away feeling grounded, yet uplifted. More present in their body. More spacious in their mind.
Sometimes the experience brings release, sometimes insight. But whatever comes up, I hope they feel gently held and supported.
Tell us about your upcoming events at Middleton Lodge – what can guests expect from these moments of stillness?
Our upcoming sessions at Middleton Lodge are designed to be luxurious moments of stillness – spaces of beauty, depth, and deep rest.
Guests can expect to be welcomed into a calm, nourishing environment, guided through meditation and sound in a way that aligns with the season, and offered a chance to slow down in a meaningful way. These aren’t just beautiful events, they’re intentional experiences that invite reflection, connection, and restoration.
What small rituals or practices do you recommend for bringing that sense of calm into everyday life?
Ritual is such an important part of how I stay connected to myself, especially in a world that moves so quickly. I start most mornings by preparing a warm drink, lighting a candle at my altar, and burning a little palo santo or incense to create a moment of intention. I’ll often pull an oracle card to guide the energy of the day, and take a few quiet breaths to centre myself before the world rushes in.
These small acts, when done with presence, become more than habits. They become anchors. They remind me that even in the busiest of times, I can still choose to begin from a place of calm and clarity.
Wellbeing doesn’t have to come from dramatic change. It’s built in the quiet, intentional moments we create for ourselves each day.
In our fast-paced world, why do you think it’s more important than ever to carve out time for deep rest?
We live in a culture that rewards productivity and constant doing, but the body and mind need space to rest, process, and reset. Without that, it’s so easy to burn out or feel disconnected from what truly matters.
Deep rest isn’t lazy – it’s essential. It’s where clarity, creativity, and healing can happen. When we create space to truly slow down, we’re able to move through life with more ease, intention, and energy.
Finally, what does wellness mean to you, personally?
To me, wellness is about feeling connected – to yourself, to others, and honouring the natural rhythms of life. It’s not about striving for perfection, but about creating space to feel, to rest, to grow, and to honour where you are.
It’s about tuning in, rather than pushing through. It’s built through small rituals, supportive communities, moments of movement, stillness, and creative expression. Above all, wellness is about coming home to yourself, again and again.
