When the week softens into evening and the light turns golden, Friday Night Candle Lights becomes your sacred pause — a space to rest, release, and remember who you are beneath the noise.
Surrounded by candle glow and the resonance of crystal bowls, you’re invited to lie back, breathe, and let sound do the heavy lifting.
The tones weave through you — a gentle conversation between body, mind, breath, and soul — softening what feels heavy, loosening what’s stuck, and guiding you home to your own inner healer.
A Sound Journey by Melinda find balance through sound
Friday Night Candle Lights
In candlelight, we gather. In sound, we return to ourselves.
As the week exhales and the world races toward the weekend, Friday Night Candle Lights offers a different kind of arrival — a slow, grounded descent into yourself.
In the glow of soft candlelight, I guide you through an immersive sound journey of crystal singing bowls, music, chimes, and tender drums. The vibrations gently invite you into a deeply relaxed brainwave state, easing you out of “fight or flight” response and into the rest your mind and body have been craving.
I’m here to offer a calm, nurturing space — a grounded presence that allows you to settle inward, release what feels heavy, and reconnect with the part of you that knows the way.
This experience celebrates your own inner wisdom.
Everything you seek is already within you.
Bring your whole self.
Leave feeling more connected, a little more you.
A Friday Night Reset for Your Mind, Body and Soul
During a typical Friday Night Candle Lights session, you're invited to experience:
- Crystal Singing Bowls – tuned to harmonize with the body’s natural frequencies, supporting deep relaxation and balance.
- Chimes, Frame Drum & Ocean Drum – rhythmic grounding and soft waves of sound that connect you back to your breath and body.
- Guided Breathwork & Stillness – simple invitations to drop out of your mind and into your breath and presence.
- Kindred Space – resting in a community of peace, belonging, and mutual respect.
- Gentle Ceremony Elements – at times, practices like sage smudging may be offered to support clarity, calm, and renewal.
Rest comfortable, soften into the moment and let yourself be held by the sound.
Stepping into a Sound Bath by Melinda
People often experience:
- Deep relaxation & stress relief
- Mental clarity & reduced anxiety
- Emotional release and a sense of inner calm
- Less muscle tension and more physical ease
- Better sleep and overall well‑being as stress hormones soften
Everything in the universe hums with vibration — including you. A sound bath simply reminds your body of its own natural rhythm.
The benefits
In Ancient Egypt, resonant instruments and chants were woven into ritual to shift energy and invite spiritual support.
Indigenous communities have long used drums, rattles, flutes, and song to bring balance back to individuals and the collective.
In India and Tibet, mantras and singing bowls support meditation, chakra balance, and emotional release.
Today’s sound therapy draws from these timeless practices while blending in modern understanding of the nervous system and brain states.
The roots
Ancient Roots Modern Science
Why Sound Therapy?
No labels, no expectations—only the gentle reminder that self-care is a necessity, not a luxury, and that surrendering for even an hour can ripple through every part of your life.
Here, the reconnection is yours to choose—rooted not in obligation, but in presence, breath, and sound.
Friday Night Candle Lights was born as a sanctuary for anyone navigating emotional pressure, unspoken expectations, or the weight of holding it all together.
Sound offers a gentle doorway to release what words sometimes cannot reach, creating ease for your nervous system and a return to your own inner rhythm.
This gathering is for you if you are:
• A first-timer curious about sound and presence
• Someone seeking a moment to simply be
• A person navigating a full life and longing to exhale
• A tender or sensitive soul needing nervous system support
• Anyone quietly searching for a deeper connection within themselves
Who is this experience meant to soothe?
Perfect if you’re navigating:
- Burnout or big life transitions
- Emotional release or grief
- Creative blocks or spiritual awakening
1:1 Sound Journey with Melinda
When: Select Friday evenings (choose a location to see event calendar)
Where:
Energy Exchange:
- Single Session: $33
- 8‑Session Series: $222 for a full season of Friday Night Candle Lights
Friday Night Candle Lights
Offerings & Packages
Here’s what’s coming up. Pick a location and find a date that feels right for you, and let the sound be your end‑of‑week exhale.
Upcoming Sound Journey Events
Manhattan Beach
Long Beach
Melinda’s guidance was nothing short of magical. I felt completely safe to surrender to the journey she led me on, enabling me to achieve a rare state of relaxation and calmness. My mind is constantly active, making it difficult to remain present, but Melinda helped me find peace and establish a deeper connection with myself. This was a profoundly moving experience, and I look forward to continuing my exploration of myself with Melinda’s help.
Debra Tisa
Melinda’s zoom sound bath was full of peace and love!!! She is so in tune with the energy of her clients and it was such an amazing experience. The space felt so calming and I felt lighter and more refreshed after our session. Her presence is so warm and she instantly makes you feel safe. I 100000% recommend having a session with Melinda to anyone who needs healing or a moment to reconnect to themselves!
Gabrielle Montoya
I am truly grateful for the sound bath experience I had. It was my first time. We focused on some deep-rooted thoughts and worked through them. In doing so, I felt such a sense of peace. Thank you Melinda for your guidance. I’m looking forward to another session soon.
Raquel Fraga
I had a really wonderful experience with my sound bath. As a guy, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect, but in a matter of a few minutes I was really glad I made the choice to try this. The more Melinda moved through the different segments of her session, the further away the stress of my day seemed to go. I literally said after my first session, “I feel like I just took a bath.” (Go figure)! I’m now incorporating this into my stress relief routine along with massage and meditation. Count me in!
-ML
Melinda's sound bath was a truly immersive and relaxing experience. The crystal bowls created rich, layered tones, and at one point the sounds blended so beautifully that it felt like I was floating between them. Additionally, the soft shimmer of the chimes and the rolling rhythm of the ocean drum added extra depth, like rain washing over me. Melinda has a very warm, intuitive presence, and it made the experience feel especially inviting. I’d definitely recommend her sound bath to anyone looking for a peaceful reset!!
Amy Jackson
About 30 years ago, I was introduced to ideas that opened the door to a deeper understanding of consciousness and the way our thoughts and energy shape our lives. Since then, I have continued to study and explore these teachings — practicing meditation, immersing myself in the journey of connection and awareness, and deepening my study of the science of sound as a bridge between the mind, the body, and the unseen. Sound became another language of energy for me, revealing the limitless potential that lives within each of us.
During my 25 years of working with children through dance, I’ve witnessed their confidence and joy bloom like tiny lights in the world. Yet alongside their sparkle, I’ve seen something quieter — the subtle dimming of those who give so much of themselves. I’ve seen moms carrying countless roles, dads holding themselves together as they navigate the pressures, teachers pouring their energy into every lesson, and caregivers tending to others endlessly — all forgetting the light that lives within them.
That was me — always giving, always moving, always doing… until I realized I needed to come back to myself.
So I followed the thread — breath, meditation, energy, sound — and little by little, I returned to my own center. From that place, this work was born. Not from perfection, but from remembering.
Here, in candlelight and sound, We gather. We breathe. We remember.
Whether it’s a Friday Night Candle Lights gathering or a 1:1 session, my intention is the same: to help you feel lighter, more centered, and more connected to your own inner rhythm.
I’m honored to share this work with you.
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- Move slowly — you may feel dreamy, tingly, or deeply grounded.
- Drink water or herbal tea to support your body’s natural clearing.
- Notice what arises: emotions, dreams, or insights may surface later.
- Rest if you can — extra sleep, stretching, or journaling can help you integrate.
- Protect your peace by avoiding loud, hectic environments right away.
after your session:
- Hydrate well throughout the day to support energetic and physical flow.
- Set a gentle intention — what are you ready to release, invite, or receive?
- Dress comfortably in soft, loose layers so your body can fully relax.
- Eat lightly and avoid heavy meals, caffeine, or alcohol beforehand.
- Arrive a little early to settle, ground, and leave the day at the door.
before your session:
Before you step into the sound, a little preparation goes a long way. These simple practices help you arrive softened, open, and ready to receive exactly what this journey has for you.
How to Prepare and Integrate for your session
Q: Is sound therapy a replacement for medical or mental health care?
Sound work is a supportive, complementary practice and does not replace medical or psychological treatment. Please continue to follow guidance from your healthcare providers and let Melinda know if you have any specific concerns.
Q: What if I fall asleep?
Totally okay. Your nervous system still receives the benefits of the sound; sometimes sleep is exactly what your body needs.
Q: Can I come alone?
Yes, yes, and yes. Many people come solo. This is a beautiful space to be with yourself while still feeling held in community.
Q: What should I bring?
Bring a yoga mat or something comfortable to lie on, a blanket, a small pillow if you like, and a bottle of water. Cozy socks and an eye mask are lovely additions if that feels good.
Q: I’ve never done a sound bath before. Is this for me?
Absolutely. Many people attend their very first sound bath with Melinda. She’ll guide you through what to expect, how to get comfortable, and how to listen to your body throughout.
Questions You Might Have
Frequently Asked Questions
Reserve your spot and let the sound hold you.
Ready to soften into the weekend?
