The Healing Power of Himalayan Singing Bowls with Annie Ridgway

At Lakshmi Sound Sanctuary, one of the most beloved instruments in my healing toolkit is the Himalayan Singing Bowl. These ancient bowls, steeped in tradition and wisdom, offer a deeply calming and transformative experience. Whether you're attending a group sound bath or receiving a one-on-one treatment, the unique vibrations of Himalayan bowls can gently restore harmony to the body, mind, and spirit.

What are Himalayan Singing Bowls?

Himalayan Singing Bowls, also known as Tibetan bowls, are traditionally hand-hammered metal instruments crafted from a blend of sacred metals. When played with a mallet or striker, they produce rich harmonic overtones and resonant vibrations that can be felt as much as they are heard. Each bowl has a voice of its own — some high and ethereal, others deep and grounding.

These bowls have been used for centuries in meditation, spiritual practice, and healing rituals throughout the Himalayan regions of Nepal, India, and Tibet.

The Benefits of Himalayan Singing Bowls in Sound Therapy

Sound therapy works on the principle that everything in the universe, including our bodies, is in a state of vibration. When our natural frequencies become disrupted—due to stress, illness, or emotional trauma—dis-ease can manifest. The pure tones and frequencies of the singing bowls
help re-align and harmonise our internal vibrations.

Deep Relaxation
The bowls induce a meditative, trance-like state that helps release tension, calm the nervous system, and promote deep rest.

Balancing the Energy Body
Their tones interact with our chakras and subtle energy systems, gently clearing blockages and restoring energetic flow.

Emotional Release & Mental Clarity
Many people report profound emotional shifts and a sense of lightness after a session. The mind quiets, and new perspectives can emerge.

Pain Relief & Physical Healing
The bowls’ vibrations penetrate deep into the body’s tissues, aiding circulation and cellular regeneration.
This makes them supportive for relieving muscular tension, headaches, and chronic pain.

Spiritual Connection
For many, the bowls open a doorway to inner stillness and a sense of connection to something greater — whether that be spirit, source, or the self.

Some of the Key Benefits

How I use Himalayan Singing Bowls in My Practice

In my sessions at Lakshmi Sound Sanctuary, I work intuitively with a range of Himalayan Singing Bowls — placing them on and around the body, allowing the sound to envelop and penetrate through every layer of being. Each bowl has been carefully selected for its tone and vibrational quality, offering a personalised experience based on what each client needs in the moment.

The bowls may be used on their own or in combination with other instruments such as crystal bowls, voice, gongs, and chimes — creating a full spectrum soundscape that supports holistic healing.

Watch the Full Video about Himalayan Singing Bowls below

In the video below, I share a deeper look into how these bowls are used in sound therapy and why they are such powerful allies on the healing journey.

If you’ve never experienced Himalayan Singing Bowls before, I invite you to immerse yourself in the full video above and feel their calming presence for yourself. And if their sound calls to you, consider booking a session or attending one of our group sound baths or workshops.

🕊️ Let the bowls guide you home to your breath, your body, and your inner peace.

Experience the Magic for Yourself


Bookings & Enquiries: Annie Ridgway – 0417 242 978


Check out what our clients are saying

  • "I feel sound healing helped me with releasing tension and blockages that I felt in body, heart and soul. The sound healing seemed to melt and dissipate some of my worries and troubles and leave me always in a more balanced, grounded and peaceful state."

    Elvira - Byron Bay Sound Bath

  • “I genuinely feel that sound therapy induced deep relaxation, a greater sense of being “present”, richer sleep and an overall sense of balance.I have no hesitation at all in recommending Annie as a sound therapist to anyone who is seeking greater balance in life”

    Nathan - Tanglewood Sound Bath

  • “It was a completely new experience for me but so relaxing and ultimately up-lifting , that the effects were felt for some time after. I experienced a deep sense of relaxation and wellbeing during and following on from the session with Annie Ridgway”

    Milena - Tamborine Sound Bath


Want to learn how to use Himalayan Singing Bowls in Sound Therapy?

I invite you to join me for the upcoming
Level 1 Foundations of Integral Sound Healing Workshop
3 Day Workshop - Tamborine Mountain, QLD, Australia
Saturday 2nd - Monday 4th of August 2025

Nestled within the lush rainforest of Tamborine Mountain, the Miner's Lantern at Tamborine Mountain Glades offers an
intimate and atmospheric setting ideal for a sound healing workshop.
Bookings & Enquiries: Annie Ridgway – 0417 242 978