About us

Welcome — we’re Jamie and Mike, the founders of Sound Space Australia.

We offer sound meditation experiences designed to ease stress, quiet the mind, and help you reconnect with yourself.
On this page, you’ll learn more about who we are, what we do, and how this gentle practice can bring clarity, balance, and deep rest to your life.

Our mission

At Sound Space Australia, our mission is to create moments of stillness in a world that rarely slows down.

We know how hard it can be to quiet the mind and feel truly present. That’s why we offer sound meditation as a gentle, effective way to unwind—supporting your nervous system, calming your thoughts, and helping you reconnect with what matters.

Our approach blends sound healing and traditional meditation with a modern, accessible experience. Whether you're joining a group sound bath or a one-on-one session, we hold space with care—so you can pause, breathe, and come back to yourself.

We believe that everyone deserves a sense of calm, clarity, and balance—and we’re here to support you in finding yours.

Co-owners of Sound Space Australia, Mike and Jamie, running along the beach. Based in Canberra, ACT, they are passionate about sound meditation and sound healing to support wellbeing.

Meet the team

At Sound Space, we are driven by a shared passion for holistic wellness and the transformative power of sound. Our team carefully curates crystal singing bowl experiences and offers personalized support to help you find balance, relaxation, and renewal.

Each session is designed with intention, ensuring that every sound bath and guided experience supports your well-being journey. Meet the dedicated individuals behind Sound Space—committed to helping you cultivate inner harmony and vitality.

Picture of Jamie, a sound meditation and crystal singing bowl healing practitioner based in Canberra, ACT. She offers private sessions to support relaxation, stress relief, and holistic wellbeing.

Jamie

With a deep passion for holistic wellness and the transformative power of sound, Jamie is the heart of The Sound Space. Specialising in crystal singing bowls, they create immersive sound experiences that help clients relax, recharge, and reconnect. With a background in nutrition and wellness, their approach blends science and intuition—offering sessions that are both grounded and deeply restorative. Whether guiding a sound bath or a meditation session, their goal is to help others find calm, clarity, and balance through the resonance of sound.

Picture of Mike, co-manager and experience coordinator at Sound Space Australia in Canberra, ACT. He curates and supports sound meditation and healing experiences to enhance wellbeing.

Mike

Mike brings a unique blend of therapeutic expertise and mindfulness practices to The Sound Space. As a certified hypnotherapist and psychotherapist, he’s passionate about helping people navigate stress, anxiety, and personal growth. He also has a deep appreciation for sound meditation, recognising its ability to enhance mental clarity and emotional wellbeing. As Experience Manager, Mike ensures every session—whether a guided sound bath or personalised wellness experience—is tailored to create a calm, welcoming, and transformative space.

Understanding sound meditation

Sound meditation is a powerful yet accessible practice that uses sound and vibration to support stillness, presence, and nervous system regulation. Below, we answer some common questions to help you understand how it works and what to expect.

  • Sound meditation is a gentle practice that uses sound—often from crystal singing bowls—to guide you into a state of deep rest. Instead of focusing on breath or repeating a mantra, you simply listen. The steady, soothing tones help quiet mental chatter and support a sense of calm, clarity, and presence.

  • Our busy minds often operate in a state of high alert (Beta brainwaves), which can lead to stress and anxiety. Sound meditation helps shift your brainwaves:

    • Beta: Awake and alert—our default state during daily activities.

    • Alpha: A relaxed state that enhances memory, imagination, and visualization.

    • Theta: A deep meditative state that fosters creativity and introspection.

    • Delta: Deep, dreamless sleep where the brain regenerates.

    The optimal state for relaxation is between Alpha and Theta, where you remain aware yet deeply relaxed. In our sessions, we guide you from Beta into a Theta state, then gently bring you back to a relaxed Alpha state—leaving you refreshed and calm.

  • During your sound meditation session, you'll be immersed in an experience designed to soothe your mind, body, and spirit. The calming frequencies of our crystal singing bowls slow brainwave activity, reduce stress and tension, support emotional balance, and encourage effortless relaxation—deepening your meditation practice whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner.

    Your session unfolds in a series of intentional steps:

    1. Warm Welcome: Settle into our ambient space with comfortable mats, cushions, and blankets.

    2. Guided Introduction: We lead you through a gentle meditation to set your intentions.

    3. Sound Immersion: Lie back, close your eyes, and let the rich, resonant tones of the crystal singing bowls guide you into deep relaxation.

    4. Integration: Gently come out of your deep relaxation and reconnect, giving yourself a moment to reflect and return to the present at your own pace.

    Whether you're looking to unwind, enhance your meditation practice, or explore a new way to relax, our sound meditation session offers a gentle yet powerful way to reset and restore your mind and body.

  • Our sessions primarily feature crystal singing bowls, which create clear, resonant tones known to support relaxation and nervous system regulation. Occasionally, we may include other gentle instruments—like ocean drums or chimes—to add texture and depth to the experience. If additional instruments will be used in a particular session, we’ll let you know in the booking details so you know what to expect.

  • Traditional meditation typically involves focusing on the breath, a mantra, or observing thoughts in silence. It often requires sustained concentration, which can be difficult if your mind is busy or you’re feeling stressed. Sound meditation, on the other hand, uses instruments like crystal singing bowls to create calming, repetitive tones that naturally draw your attention. The sound acts as a guide, gently shifting your brain into a relaxed state without the need for mental effort. It’s an immersive, sensory experience that supports nervous system regulation and can make meditation more accessible—especially for beginners or overthinkers.

Want to learn more?

Our blog is full of supportive and informative articles to guide your sound meditation journey.
Whether you're just beginning or looking to deepen your practice, you'll find insights into sound meditation, related practices like traditional meditation and sound healing, the emerging science behind sound, and simple ways to invite more calm and clarity into your everyday life.

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