Gong Baths at Cockenzie House and Gardens
Sunday 12th April 2026
Sunday 10th May
Sunday 7th June
Join me for a peaceful and deeply relaxing Sunday afternoon in the beautiful setting of the Willow Room at Cockenzie House and Gardens. Relax and immerse yourself in the deep and powerful resonance of the Gongs. Settle into the soothing percussion sounds of wind, whale song and water amid the gentle pattering of rain, the flow of waterfalls and the lapping of ocean waves. Reconnect and restore your body, mind and soul, as these gentle vibrations resonate through you, bringing healing on all levels of being.
The deep and sustained resonance of the gongs create a soundscape that will lead you into a relaxing and meditative journey. The deep vibrations of the gongs stimulate the vagus nerve reducing stress. Gong resonance is particularly beneficial in the release of trapped emotions thus promoting a deep inner healing experience.
Relax. Reconnect. Restore.
Simply lie down, close your eyes, relax and allow the sounds to gently lull you in their embrace as the blissful vibrations penetrate and heal your body at a cellular level. Wrap yourself in beautiful sound that brings healing, balance and restoration for mind, body and spirit.
Reiki Level Two - Sunday 19th April 2026
For those who have been attuned to Reiki Level 1 and feel ready to take their healing journey to the next level. Early bird offer ends on 28th February.
Full Moon Cacao Communion with Shamanic Drum Journey
Sunday 31st May 2026
1pm - 4.30pm
Join me for an afternoon of stillness, deep reflection and healing, in the Willow room amid the beautiful gardens at Cockenzie House and Gardens. Commune and connect with Mama Cacao, heal your heart and harness the power of the Full moon to release and let go of what no longer serves you.
I am super excited for this session and look forward to welcoming you into this beautiful heart space!
We will connect with the sacred Cacao plant to open the heart chakra as Cacao increases the flow of blood to the heart. Cacao is a heart healer and a gateway to higher consciousness, fuelling inspiration and creativity. Mama cacao spiritually connects to mother earth affectionally known as Pacha mama. Pacha mama and the spirit of water connect to swadhistana (sacral chakra) aiding the release and flow of pent-up emotions. This sacred plant medicine is a powerful tool for the clearing away of emotional blockages held in the heart centre.
We will combine this sacred heart medicine with journaling, a shamanic drum journey and guided meditations designed to heal, and hear what is in your heart.
We will harness the powerful energy of the Full Moon to release emotional blocks that are holding us back and let go of what no longer serves us at this time.
Weather permitting, we will also make use of the beautiful outside space for breaks and reflection.
You will:
• Connect and commune with Mama Cacao to facilitate emotional healing and hear what is in your heart.
• Connect with your heart centre to ascertain your desires in alignment with what is true for you.
• Harness the energies of the full moon and experience a powerful guided Cord Cutting meditation to release any and all energetic ties which no longer serve your highest good. Cords can be cut from negative attachments from past relationships, from past traumas which may be blocking your progress, from inner fears which you need to let go of in order to move forward, or from compulsive behaviours that you would like to be free of. There will be adequate time in this meditation to cut more than one cord. The energies of the full moon are the perfect time for release for as she then wanes so we can let go.
• Experience a guided Shamanic Journey where you will meet with an animal spirit guide who will help you with what it is that you need to let go of.
• Connect with the beat of the Shamanic Drum and allow your body to talk and express itself through spontaneous movement. This will enable the auric field and the physical body to free itself of all the stagnant emotions and energies that are now ready to be released.
The day will conclude with a prayer and meditation for gratitude and grounding.
We will pause to journal and reflect regularly throughout the afternoon.
Feedback received from previous sessions:
I really enjoyed this afternoon. I feel so blessed that the sun shone and I could have the quiet times in the beautiful gardens. So good to have had this time for me!
Everything was well thought out and planned well for the afternoon. Alison was friendly and welcoming, and it felt such a safe space just to breathe!
I have got so much out of todays event. The manifestation card is lovely. I came in overwhelmed and now feel reset, more clear.
I really enjoyed today, Thank you!
I didn’t realise how powerful this session would be.
Beautiful environment. I felt so relaxed after.
A lovely afternoon. Thank you so much for this healing space and stillness.
What to bring: Please bring your own special cup for your cacao, a journal and pen, and a small item of meaning to you to place on the alter during the session. You may wish to bring an eye cover for meditations if required. Yoga mats will be provided however you are welcome to bring your own if preferred and for additional comfort. There will also be chairs available if you are uncomfortable or unable to sit or lie on the floor.
Important Cacao contra indications:
You should not consume cacao if you are taking any MAOI based anti-depressants as cacao naturally contains tyramine which is contraindicative.
Cacao is a vasodilator and is therefore not suitable for anyone with a serious heart condition, low blood pressure or if you are taking any medication to thin blood or lower blood pressure.
If any of the above apply to you, you can still participate and consume a rose tea or other alternative instead. Please advise when booking.
It is not advisable to consume a full dose of Cacao if you may be pregnant or if you are breast feeding. You may however have a much smaller dose, so please advise when booking.
Tickets available now at www.bookwhen.com/riverhealer
My credentials:
I am a Reiki Master Healer and Teacher and have been in practice for 18 years. I am fully trained and certified to facilitate the preparation and consumption of Cacao, including the required Food Safety certification. I am also trained and certified in Sound Healing, Relaxation Therapy, Psychotherapy, Counselling and Life Coaching. As a Reiki Master I have 18 years’ experience in energetic cord cutting and safe removal of negative energies. I also have over 30 years’ experience in facilitating group work. I am currently studying Shamanic practice.
