INNER SOUND is a system of sound and therapeutic music for the expression and integration of the emotions.

The Sound Therapist Practitioner Certificate training is offered as a presence training through the SCHOOL FOR INNER SOUND in the USA, the UK, Spain and Holland. See our Events Schedule for current training dates.

Below you will find a summary of the modules that this training incorporates:

Introduction to Sound Therapy (a pre-requisite for the Practitioner Certificate training) This module introduces a range of different experiences to help broaden your perspective on the role sound and music play in your life. It takes you on a musical journey through the ages; it gives you the opportunity to share your favourite piece of music with the group; it provides an overview of different types of sound used in sound healing & their harmonic structure; it touches on all the elements that are a part of INNER SOUND - including the voice. We ask you to bring along your favourite piece of music on CD to the course.

Module 1 - How Sound Heals - the first of our theory-based modules which includes the following topics: physics of sound; effect of sound on the biological functions of the body; effect of sound on the physiology of the body; effect of sound on the nervous system (Psychoacoustic)

Module 2 - Theory of Emotion - the second of our theory-based modules which includes the following topics: theory and function of emotions; effect of sound on the emotions; field theory; acoustic and electronically produced sounds; where different instruments resonate.

Module 3 - SOUND TOUCH - A motif is a specific melody or musical note progression. Arden Wilken has identified over 50 different motifs in her ongoing investigation with sound & music, that promote the body's ability to heal itself. A Life Theme represents a combination of several motifs working with one of 12 themes common to the human experience. This module introduces the SOUND TOUCH CD containing 21 of the INNER SOUND motifs and 12 Life Themes together with their therapeutic benefits & enhancement exercises. Topics: 21 musical motifs and exercises: 12 Life Themes and exercises: practical sessions with SOUND TOUCH; how to use our SOUND TOUCH CD as a complement or stand-alone therapy.

Module 4 - Listening Programs I - A detailed introduction to the use of each of the 17 titles within the INNER SOUND range which have been specifically composed as therapeutic music. The CDs can be combined to create Listening Programs and this module introduces what an INNER SOUND Listening Program is; a complete listing of the Themes and Symptoms for the Body, Mind, Emotions and Energetic that they can be used for; and an introduction to the Enhancement Exercises that are recommended to accompany each CD to develop & integrate their effect.

Module 5 - Evaluation Tools - We introduce various ways you can determine which music will be most appropriate for your clients to use - from Interview and observations; from Iris Interpretation; from Body Reading and from Personal use.
We introduce 5 distinct body modes to help you identify different combinations of growth patterns in the body, based on Wilhelm Reich's Character Structures. The Iris interpretations are based on the Rayid method of iridology which relates structural patterns in the eye to modes of communication, learning and behavior.

Module 6 - The Interview Process (Listening Programs II) - How to use the information provided by your clients to create a Listening Program individually tailored to their needs. The Interview Process incorporates both interview & observation using the assessment tools covered in the previous module and the student's own personal experience of the music, drawing on an extensive program of personal listening required as part of your home study. Case study examples form part of the teaching materials.
Topics include: Listening Goals; Creation of an ongoing process with music by the client; How to describe the therapy process and listening goals to the client; How to conduct an interview and session; How to apply the music (Recommendations for professional audio equipment and how to use it).

Module 7- Client-Practitioner Relationship - developing effective communications with your clients; identifying client behavior patterns and how to work with them; code of ethics and professional attitude; review of equipment. Student home study material is used to illustrate teaching examples.

Module 8- Summary & Personal Assessment - A review of all course material; review of your action plan for the training. Students participate in an informal group discussion on a 'question & answer' basis, demonstrating their understanding of the theoretical principles, assessment methods & application of the INNER SOUND tools.