Amy Bagshaw | Sacred Sound Elements

A NOTE REGARDING MENTAL HEALTH

Amy Bagshaw is trained in Mental Health First Aid & Trauma Informed Facilitation, and the services on offer should be considered complimentary services alongside other work with your GP and/or Mental Health Professional. I view Mental Health as a continuum, and a person will vary in their position on this continuum at different points in their life. I therefore acknowledge Mental Health 'Problems' to capture not only diagnosed 'Mental Illness', but other symptoms and critical points of the continuum. So let me know if you have a diagnosed Mental Illness or Disorder, as well as any experiences with Depression, Anxiety, Psychosis, Substance Use Problems, Gambling Problems, Eating Disorders, Traumatic Events, Panic Attacks, Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviours, Self Injury, Severe Psychotic States, Aggressive Behaviour, or any other experience you feel to be relevant.

SHAMANIC SOUND HEALING

Due to the powerful nature of sound vibrations and the intense detox effect that people can experience, please read through the Contraindications page prior to making a booking to determine if Shamanic Sound Healing is right for you at this time. Please contact me directly with any questions. 

The following people should consult their doctor before first service use: ​ 

People with epilepsy - particularly sound induced epilepsy 

Pregnant women in the first trimester (12 weeks) of pregnancy 

People with a history of severe depression, psychosis and other serious mental health challenges 

Sacred Sound Elements follows the recommended contraindications protocols from BioSona (Biofield Tuning), which is based on anecdotal experiences from Trainers and Graduates.  

Therapeutic Sound Healing is not advised for individuals who are extremely ill as it may create a strong healing response in the system that a vulnerable and weakened body cannot handle. As the body releases tension, any toxins that have been held in constricted tissue are released which has the capacity to produce flu-like symptoms, exhaustion, waves of emotion, loose stools and in extreme cases (very rare) rashes and vomiting. The following information is provided so that you can make the best decision for your well-being. Please note, BioSona (Biofield Tuning) have not done extensive studies or organized research on these circumstances. This information is based on anecdotal experiences acquired through many sessions with Eileen McKusick and their Certified Biofield Tuning Practitioners. 

Given this, consider limiting your use of therapeutic sound healing initially, as a precautionary measure, until you gain a sense of how your body and mental/emotional state responds. 

The following is a list of specific situations or conditions that Shamanic Sound Healing should not be used in conjunction with: 

ACTIVE CANCER* 

• Once cancer has advanced in the body, detox pathways are often compromised, and the body may have difficulty digesting newly introduced energetic input 
• The body may not have the resources to effectively manage detox symptoms that may result from experiencing sound healing 
• BioSona have observed tumors may be irritated by sound healing where tuning forks are applied directly on tumors

*These bullets refer to cancer that is active and/or in treatment; not to cancer that is in remission 

END-OF-LIFE 

• Sound healing may overwhelm end-of-life body systems which are often in a depleted energetic state 
• End-of-life detox may be uncomfortable as the body may not have the resources to effectively manage detox symptoms 
• Components of Biofield Tuning have been used as a means of calming the nervous system during end-of-life circumstances to ease transition 

ACUTE ILLNESS

• Sound healing can create uncomfortable detox or aggravate symptoms where there is acute or advanced illness
• Sound healing sessions should be used as a complimentary therapy amongst a multi-modal approach and with medical consent

PREGNANCY 

• During pregnancy, the body expends a tremendous amount of energy; sound healing may overwhelm this already overextended system 
• The body may not have the resources to effectively manage detox symptoms which may affect both mother and baby 
• Components of Biofield Tuning, such as using weighted forks on the body for limited duration, have been used to promote relaxation during pregnancy 

 ELECTRICAL MEDICAL IMPLANTS* 

• Sound healing may interfere with the electrical functioning of these devices due to the added vibrational input 
• No reports of ill effects have been associated with newer pacemakers. Proceed with caution, careful observation, and the advice of your medical professional 

 * Pacemaker, Medtronic pumps, neural implants 

RECENT CONCUSSIONS 

• When the brain is swollen, it takes time for inflammation to resolve. 
• BioSona suggest waiting at least 3 months after a significant injury for the brain to heal before receiving sound healing on or around the head. The rest of the body can receive gentle tuning shortly after injury occurs 
• Each case is different – with mild concussions, components of Biofield Tuning may be used before the 3-month waiting period 

CONTROLLED SEIZURES

• Seizures may be triggered when past seizure activity is located in the field. 
• In person support should always be nearby throughout a sound healing session

MORBID OBESITY 

• Suppressed emotions and energy can be held in adipose tissue.  If there is extensive adipose tissue, sound healing may result in unpredictable and strong emotional releases and/or uncomfortable detox responses 
• Individuals may be more comfortable receiving Biofield Tuning while seated versus on a treatment table 

 MOLD, HEAVY METAL & OTHER TOXINS 

• A sound healing session may initiate a large release of toxins from cells, resulting in discomfort 
• Some individuals with heavy metal toxicity have experienced a strong detox response following a Biofield Tuning session 
• Consider seeking guidance for supplements that may support the detoxification process

MEDICATIONS & MENTAL HEALTH

• Medications in general can alter the electro- magnetic signals of the body and extend the process of returning to an organic, healthy blueprint. 
• Field adjustments can affect the way the body processes medications, so continue to work with your prescribing provider to monitor your medication needs. 
• Psychotropics and other drugs affect brain chemistry, therefore progress can be slower and limited.
• It can be helpful to work as part of a team of support for severe or long-term depression, and other psychological issues such as addiction.