Research specifically investigating the combined effects of psilocybin and vibrational sound therapy is still limited, but researchers like Johns Hopkins, who has been at the forefront of psychedelic research, particularly in the field of psilocybin-assisted therapy, often employ carefully curated soundscapes or music playlists during psilocybin sessions. He has even created his own music to accompany the medicine journey.
The practice of incorporating music and plant medicine dates back to ancient times. Icaros are songs sang during plant medicine ceremonies that are meant to “activate” the spirit of the plant. Most commonly, icaros are sang by shamans during ayahuasca ceremonies.
Music plays an integral part in all of our mushroom ceremonies and even deepens the mystical experience. We open with sound healing, using various instruments that each have a healing frequency they vibrate on. Once the peak of the medicine is reached, a curated playlist of mostly instrumental music is played. The sound healing instruments may be introduced throughout the ceremony for healing purposes in addition to the playlist.
There are many benefits associated with sound healing including:
- Stress Reduction and Relaxation: Sound therapy, including techniques like Tibetan singing bowls, crystal bowls, or gongs, can induce a deep state of relaxation, reduce stress, and promote overall well-being.
- Enhanced Meditation and Mindfulness: The resonant tones and vibrations produced by sound therapy instruments can help deepen meditation and mindfulness practices. They can aid in achieving a calmer and more focused state of mind.
- Emotional Release and Balance: Vibrational sound therapy is believed to help release emotional blockages and restore balance in the body and mind. It can promote a sense of calmness, harmony, and emotional well-being.
When combined, the potential benefits of psilocybin and vibrational sound therapy could complement each other in several ways:
- Synergistic Relaxation: The soothing and calming effects of vibrational sound therapy may enhance the relaxation experienced during a psilocybin session, creating a more conducive environment for introspection and healing.
- Emotional Release and Integration: Sound therapy’s ability to facilitate emotional release can support the integration and processing of emotions that may arise during a psilocybin experience, potentially enhancing the therapeutic benefits.
- Heightened States of Consciousness: The combination of psilocybin and vibrational sound therapy may deepen and enrich altered states of consciousness, potentially intensifying spiritual and mystical experiences.
It is truly an experience to come see for yourself. Some participants who have experienced vibrational sound therapy without the consumption of psychedelics have reported seeing psychedelic visions or feeling out of body. The vibrations in sound therapy activate the pineal gland, which is where psychedelic visuals and mystical experiences are often contributed to physiologically . Danielle Jeraci is under the mentorship of Michael Burke, VST. He is the Minister of Sound for Spirit of the Phoenix church and is often present during ceremony.