Beyond the Sounds: Demystifying the Business of Sound Healing

In this episode of Beyond the Sounds, I sit down with Becca Laurito aka The Meta Musician to talk about how she's gone from playing as a symphony musician to running an amazing sound healing business.

Together, we dive into the realities of turning artistic passion into a business, navigating identity shifts as musicians, and building offerings that feel both authentic and financially sustainable.

We explore how structure, pricing, and clarity can elevate the impact of your sound baths and why practitioners need systems that support consistency.

This conversation is super honest, practical, and inspiring for anyone building a sound healing business or redefining their creative career.

In this episode, we discuss:

✨Transitioning from classical performer into sound healing

✨Turning creative passion into a sustainable career

✨Pricing strategies and establishing minimum rates

✨Creating structure and intention within sound baths

Guest Resources:

Learn about Laura's Mentorship Program:  https://themetamusician.com/training-opt-in

Use code "KAYCE" for 10% off any programs!

Follow her on Insta: www.instagram.com/themetamusician

My Resources:

Music Theory for Sound Healers Course: https://kaycelaine.thinkific.com/courses/music-theory-for-sound-healers

Follow me on Insta: www.instagram.com/kaycelaine

Join The Sound Healers Society: https://kaycelaine.com/the-sound-healers-society

Hosting my first true retreat (without a workshop attached) was truly an expansive moment for me. In this bonus solo episode, I’m sharing an honest behind-the-scenes reflection on what it really takes to create a transformational retreat experience.

From the planning to the execution to the followup: this episode will break down what I did right, what I'd do differently and why my amazing co-host, Jen Vu, and I can't wait to do another one again!

RESOURCES:

Join the Sound Healers Society: https://kaycelaine.com/the-sound-healers-society/

Follow me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/kaycelaine

Website: www.kaycelaine.com

Taxes and money don’t have to feel confusing, overwhelming, or out of alignment with your values.

In this episode of Beyond the Sounds, I’m joined by Megan Munsell, CPA, tax strategist, fractional CFO, and founder of Abundantia Advisory, for a practical and grounded conversation about finances for sound healers and spiritual entrepreneurs.

We cover:

• Common tax mistakes sound healers often make (without realizing it)
• LLC vs. S-Corp vs. sole proprietor — and how to know what’s right for you
• How to handle taxes when sound healing is a side business alongside a day job
• When travel and experiences can be legitimate business expenses
• Deductions you might be missing out on
• Three simple financial actions you can take in the next 30 days to feel more grounded

If you’re building a sustainable sound healing business and want more clarity around money, taxes, and structure — this episode is a must-listen!

GUEST RESOURCE:

Join me inside Megan's monthly Aligned Money Method Accelerator container: https://aligned-money-method-accelerator.circle.so/checkout/founding-members-quickbooks?affiliate_code=fb0698

RESOURCES:

Join the Sound Healers Society: https://kaycelaine.com/the-sound-healers-society/

Follow me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/kaycelaine

Website: www.kaycelaine.com

The start of a new year is the perfect time to reset — not just energetically, but practically.

In this episode of Beyond the Sounds, I’m walking you through a Sound Healing Business Reset to help you clean up the foundations of your work, feel more grounded in your finances, and set yourself up for a sustainable year ahead. Inside, we cover simple areas to reset: your bio, services, pricing, schedule, tax systems, and more.

This episode is meant to help you move out of overwhelm and into clarity and confidence — so you can focus on your craft, your clients, and your growth this year.

🎧 Listen now and reset with me.

Resources:

✨ 2026 Sound Healing Business Reset Checklist Download: https://docs.google.com/document/u/2/d/1evbiW1Qo_-Ge1rwCizofHWJbmsqnzl_NKwrVcnwcexM/copy

✨ Join the Sound Healers Society: https://kaycelaine.com/the-sound-healers-society/

✨My website: www.kaycelaine.com

In this episode of Beyond the Sounds, I’m joined by singer, sound healing artist, keynote speaker, and creator of The RESET, Davin Youngs.

Davin has brought immersive sound experiences to some of the most iconic venues in the country — including The Kennedy Center, Chicago’s Orchestra Hall, and Nashville’s Schermerhorn Symphony Center — but his path to that level of visibility wasn’t linear or easy.

In our conversation, we dive into the real challenges of turning an artistic or creative passion into a sustainable career — especially when your work is deeply personal and heart-led. Davin shares how burnout became a turning point in his journey, ultimately leading him to clarify his vision and create The RESET, an offering that now anchors his work.

We talk about:

-- What happens when your creative work becomes your livelihood

-- Why openness and flexibility are essential when building multiple income streams

-- Davin’s evolution as a vocalist and entrepreneur — and how burnout shaped his biggest offering

-- Pitching, rejection, and continuing to move forward even when the answer is “no”

-- Trusting your voice, your timing, and your unique path in a crowded field

This episode is an honest, grounding conversation for artists, sound practitioners, and creatives who are navigating visibility, sustainability, and staying connected to the heart of their work — even as it grows.

GUEST RESOURCES:

Davin's Website:

https://www.davinyoungs.com/

Davin's Coaching: https://www.davinyoungs.com/coaching

RESOURCES:

Music Theory for Sound Healers Course: https://kaycelaine.thinkific.com/courses/music-theory-for-sound-healers

(Use code BTS for $100 off!)

My website: www.kaycelaine.com

Join the Sound Healers Society: https://kaycelaine.com/the-sound-healers-society/

In this heartfelt episode of Beyond the Sounds, I sit down with Jeralyn Glass — internationally acclaimed singer, founder of Crystal Cadence, creator of the Source: Be Inspired app, and author of Sacred Vibrations: The Transformative Power of Crystalline Sound and Music.

Jeralyn is one of the pioneering figures in the modern sound healing movement. After a celebrated career on Broadway, in opera, and on concert stages around the world, she devoted her life to exploring music as medicine. Today, her work with crystal singing bowls and voice has supported mental health patients, children, veterans, and those in hospice and cancer care.

This conversation is a deep, heart-led exploration of:✨ How crystal bowls and the voice help us hold sacred space for our own healing✨ What it means to “tune” ourselves and return to our true essence✨ Playing authentically — without comparison or perfectionism✨ The magic of improvisation and finding your unique vibrational signature✨ How to read a room and serve different demographics with intention and love ✨ Jeralyn’s perspective on how the sound healing landscape has evolved over the past 20 years

If you’ve ever wanted to deepen your relationship with sound, reconnect with your voice, or understand the roots of this work through the eyes of a true pioneer, this episode will speak to your spirit.

GUEST RESOURCES:

The Source - Be Inspired app: https://www.crystalcadence.com/mobile-app

Sacred Vibrations book: https://www.amazon.com/Sacred-Science-Sound-Jeralyn-Glass/dp/1401972705

Website: https://www.jeralynglass.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalcadencela

RESOURCES:

Music Theory For Sound Healers Course: https://kaycelaine.thinkific.com/courses/music-theory-for-sound-healers

Use code "BTS" for $100 off!

My website: www.kaycelaine.com

Join the Sound Healers Society: https://kaycelaine.com/the-sound-healers-society/

This month marks one year since I launched my first-ever online course, Music Theory for Sound Healers — so I’m celebrating with a little storytime and a few hot takes.

In this solo episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what I’ve learned since creating the course, why understanding music theory is essential for sound healers, and my honest thoughts on “frequency healing.” (Spoiler alert: Solfeggio frequencies won’t fix your life, but intention and understanding absolutely can.)

I’m also sharing the behind-the-scenes of building and launching my first online course, the lessons I learned along the way, and why I believe mastering the musical side of sound healing makes you a safer, more confident practitioner.

🎧 Tune in to hear:

• My thoughts on “healing frequencies” and why intention and understanding matter more than trends

• The 3 ways uninformed sound practice can unintentionally cause harm

• What music theory really adds to your sessions

• My best advice for creating your own online course

If you’re ready to deepen your practice, use coupon code BTS for $100 off Music Theory for Sound Healers athttps://kaycelaine.thinkific.com/courses/music-theory-for-sound-healers

Follow me www.instagram.com/@kaycelaine

Learn more at www.kaycelaine.com

Join The Sound Healers Society: https://kaycelaine.com/the-sound-healers-society/

In this episode of Beyond the Sounds, I chat with the ever-inspiring Susy Markoe Schieffelin of The Copper Vessel—a world-renowned sound healer, spiritual teacher, and founder of The Sound Healer’s Academy. Susy has brought her healing work to millions through sound baths, trainings, and collaborations with companies like Google, Meta, and the Los Angeles Philharmonic, and she’s been featured in major outlets including Vogue, USA Today, and The Wall Street Journal.

Together, we explore what it really takes to build an authentic and sustainable sound healing business and Susy shares her wisdom on:

• ✨ Discovering your unique brand frequency and bringing it to life through your colors, fonts, and energy.

• ✨ Why unconditional self-love is the foundation of both your personal life and business success.

• ✨ How to define success on your own terms and create a business that truly supports you.

• ✨ Recognizing when it’s time to make shifts in your career and trusting your path forward.

• ✨ The energy body of your business and how it evolves alongside you.
  

This conversation is filled with inspiration, practical tools, and permission to build your business with authenticity and love and I can't wait for you to hear it!

Find out more about Susy: https://thecoppervessel.com/

Follow Susy: https://www.instagram.com/thecoppervessel/

Find out more about The Sound Healers Society: https://kaycelaine.com/the-sound-healers-society/

Follow me : https://www.instagram.com/kaycelaine/

Sound healing is a powerful and growing field, but because it’s unlicensed, it also comes with responsibility. In this episode of Beyond the Sounds, I sit down with sound healer and educator Beth Snyder to talk about the importance of legitimizing the practice through proper education and training. 

Together, they explore:

• ✨ Why sound healers need formal training in this work

• ✨ How lack of education can impact not just clients but other practitioners

• ✨ What to look for when choosing a certification program

• ✨ What it means to build legitimacy in a field that isn’t yet regulated.

Whether you’re new to sound healing or already practicing, this conversation is an invitation to step deeper into your craft with clarity and confidence.

Check out The Om Shoppe on Instagram @thoemshoppeandspa or https://www.theomshoppe.com/

Learn more about ISTA at www.istasounds.org

More from me: 

Visit my website: www.kaycelaine.com // Instagram @kaycelaine

The Sound Healers Society: https://kaycelaine.com/the-sound-healers-society/

Music Theory for Sound Healers: https://kaycelaine.thinkific.com/courses/music-theory-for-sound-healers

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In this episode of Beyond the Sounds, I’m joined by sound healer, breathwork facilitator, and artist Allison Bagg for a powerful conversation on what it really means to hold space: ethically, energetically, and authentically.

We explore:

💫 Allison’s journey into sound healing and her favorite trainings/educators in the biz

💫 What being trauma-informed truly looks like in a sound practice

💫 Creating boundaries and the importance of creating rituals in your life

💫 Why your past jobs and identities aren’t detours but essential parts of your offering

This one is for every sound healer, space holder, or energetic entrepreneur and will leave you with grounded insight to support both your inner and outer work.

Connect with Allison:

Website: https://www.abagg.com

Training: https://www.abagg.com/training

Follow Allison on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@abagg

Follow Allison on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abagg

Connect with me:

Join the Sound Healers Society: https://kaycelaine.com/the-sound-healers-society/

Take my Music Theory for Sound Healers Course: https://kaycelaine.thinkific.com/courses/music-theory-for-sound-healers

Come hang on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaycelaine/