Our mission is to create accessible and inclusive sound journeys for all, with the vision that everyone returns home to themselves, remembering who they truly are.
About us
The Sound Healing Project was founded by Erica Nguyễn, a San Francisco-based certified Sound Practitioner. Erica's journey into sound healing began with her certification in Nepal, where she mastered the art of Tibetan bowl sound healing and therapy. She further deepened her expertise by studying under Gong Master Mike Tamburo, Sound Meditation Presents, Dr. Paul Hubbert from Holographic Sound Healing, and Globe Institute, honing her skills in creating immersive and healing soundscapes. As a 200RYT yoga teacher, she integrates Asana and Dhyana into her sound journeys for optimal relaxation and bliss.
Passionate about equity and inclusion, Erica created the Sound Healing Project to bring sound medicine and yoga teachings to diverse communities, including youth, seniors, individuals in recovery, dementia patients, and underserved populations. She sees these offerings as pathways to reconnect with one's true self.
The Sound Healing Project hosts immersive sound baths and meditations at yoga studios, schools, community spaces, nonprofits, and private events, fostering an inclusive environment for all to experience the healing power of sound and mindfulness.
TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS
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Mike Tamburo 5-Day Gong Training
Erica studied under Gong Master Mike Tamburo in his Gong Dynamics course, a five-day immersive exploration of gong music for all levels. The training emphasized the deep relationship between player, gong, and mallet—focusing on active listening, tonal expression, dynamic range, and both spontaneous and composed playing. Through this experience, Erica developed tools for fluid transitions, nuanced timing, and dynamic expression, enriching her ability to create intentional and improvised soundscapes in solo and collaborative settings.9ways Academia Advanced Gong Training
Erica spent five days at the renowned Gong Camp at 9ways Academia by some of the world’s most respected teachers—including Mitch Nur, PhD, Mike Tamburo, Michael Bettine, and Thomas Orr Anderson—the program brings together over five decades of collective experience. This immersive camp offers advanced studies in gong philosophy, playing techniques, and performance artistry, making it one of the most respected gong education gatherings in the world.
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Erica achieved Level 1 & 2 certifications from the YogPlan Yoga Academy in Bhaktapur, Nepal. She studied Vedic and Tibetan Sound Healing and Therapy techniques using Tibetan singing bowls under Vivek Paudel (E-RYT 500) and Dr. Chintamani Gautam (E-RYT 500).
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Erica completed the 100-hour Summer Intensive Sound Healing and Therapy Program in Sausalito, CA. She studied under many amazing Sound teachers like Silvina Vergara, Lis Addison, Lisa Rafel, and Randy Masters.
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Erica completed a Sound Bath training course taught by Guy Douglas and Simona Marie Asinovski of Sound Meditation Presents. They are the creators of The Sound Healing Symphony, which originated in San Francisco in 2015 and has been the largest sound bath in the country.
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Erica is certified in Levels 1 and 2 of the HSH Training taught by Dr. Paul Hubbert. Holographic Sound involves expanding sound or music vibration into its sacred geometric, multidimensional, and infinite form, thereby revealing the true and natural state of the sound.
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Erica is a certified 200-hour yoga teacher through the Yoga Alliance, having graduated from House of Om in Ubud, Bali. She has studied various disciplines, including Hatha, Yin, Vinyasa, and Ashtanga. Erica is passionate about helping others slow down, breathe deeply, and rest mindfully through her understanding of the mind and body gained from yoga.
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To deepen her understanding of mindfulness and somatic practices, Erica completed a 14-hour experiential introduction led by Julia Corley (Certified Hakomi Therapist & Trainer, LCMHC, LMBT), exploring the Hakomi Method — a somatic approach to psychotherapy grounded in mindfulness, nonviolence, and mind-body wholeness. Hakomi treats the body as a map of the psyche, using cues like breath, posture, and tension to gently surface unconscious patterns and core beliefs through guided mindfulness and experiential exercises. This training deepened her understanding of presence-based, body-centered healing and directly informs the somatic awareness she brings to her sound healing practice.
Real Stories, Real Impact
“Erica is an excellent and grounding facilitator that provides everyone with the space they need to enjoy and get the most out of the sound bath, even if that means a super power nap. I had a powerful healing experience the first one I attended and have been to many since, each very fulfilling. She incorporates lots of different sound improvisations that sets her apart from other healers. Highly recommend!”
- Daniel Allen
“Our company sought a wellness experience for our annual retreat. We’re so glad that we found our way to Erica and Sound Healing Project. This was a new experience for many of us; However, Erica endeavored to construct a safe space through her authenticity, warmth, enthusiasm for her craft and its healing potential. Many who may have been initially hesitant opened themselves to the experience and walked away more balanced. Erica was available to our group after the performance and provided instruction and context to her work. The overwhelming feedback that we received from our team was that Erica provided a basis to continue exploring sound and mindfulness practices and many of us will seek out Erica again for that purpose.”
- Steven Chandler
“I have done many sound baths and generally, I actually tend to spiral in my head MORE than if there wasn't a sound bath going on. Erica is the only one who has actually brought me to a meditative and peaceful state during her sound baths. She incorporates so much variety of sound and it’s incredibly relaxing and beautiful.”
- Stacy Brogan
“Erica's sound baths transport you to a space of complete relaxation and tranquility. She utilizes a wide variety of instruments to create sounds of intention that will deeply resonate with your mind, body and soul. At one of her sound baths, I was in a state of total relaxation. I am a nurse and the job can be physically, mentally and emotionally taxing. I left the session feeling so refreshed and rejuvenated! Erica’s extensive knowledge and expertise as a sound healer is evident. I can’t wait to come back for more!”
- Julisa Lau
