We are sitting on the beautiful, warm wooden floor, and the studio is lit as if we are in a magical room that is out of reality. Kelly, a lovely girl with bright eyes and a radiant smile, has designed this studio to feel like a dream, evoking a sense of childlike wonder and serenity. This is Mystical Oasis Sound & Wellness Studio, a sanctuary born from Kelly’s unique journey of self-discovery and her passion for music and healing.
Kelly’s story begins with her deep love for music. In her 20s, she was actively involved in the club music scene, creating songs and dreaming of becoming a singer. She also worked as a nightclub promoter in New York City. Her move to Las Vegas introduced her to a world where music, themes, and lights converged, igniting her passion for creating immersive, sensory environments. She was now on the corporate side of nightlife, working for Hyde Bellagio, SLS Hotels, and SBE Entertainment.
Vegas was a revelation for Kelly. Unlike the dimly lit, strobe-filled clubs of New York, Las Vegas clubs were grand and intricately designed. The first two clubs she walked into, Tryst & XS Nightclub at Encore, left a lasting impression with its gold and velvet decor, beautiful statues, and lighting. Kelly was captivated by the blend of music and visual spectacle.
Despite her success, she struggled with a sense of purposelessness and depression. In 2009, while in Vegas, Kelly discovered sound healing through a simple bowl. Intrigued by its calming effects, she bought her first bowl and began experimenting, finding solace in the sounds she created.
Kelly left Vegas behind in 2012 and transitioned back into the corporate world, joining Deloitte, where she honed her branding, marketing, accounting, and event planning skills. Kelly’s job at Deloitte gave her valuable skills but didn’t fulfill her. She played her bowls at home, creating little tunes and finding peace that eluded her in her corporate life. Despite lacking formal training, the bowls’ sounds calmed her mind and nervous system, offering a respite from her struggles with depression and a sense of not belonging.
Kelly started a small home studio in New York, transforming a room in her house into a tranquil space filled with bowls and soothing lights. Her sessions, initially for friends and family, soon attracted a growing clientele.
She designed the room to be serene and inviting, using dim lights to create a calming atmosphere. Her love for lights, from clubs to Christmas, influenced the ambiance she created.
The pandemic in 2020 brought unexpected challenges, including her layoff from Deloitte. Encouraged by her husband, who saw the potential in her talent, Kelly decided to pursue sound healing full-time. He believed in her more than she believed in herself and urged her to help others find calm during a tumultuous time.
An exciting opportunity arose when Kim Welch, the owner of Alchemy Beauty & Wellness in Sarasota, invited Kelly to rent the empty studio space. This invitation sparked a wave of creativity within her, leading to the creation of her meaningful themed sound baths.
1. Floating in Space: Originally known as the Cosmic Sound Bath, Kelly’s meditative visions inspired this session.
2. Floating Forest: Inspired by her childhood memories of spending time with her grandfather in his enchanting backyard, this sound bath brings the essence of nature into the experience.
3. Floating Prayers: A meditative sound bath focused on faith, God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit.
4. Floating Hearts: This session encourages participants to return to the heart and discover self-love within themselves.
5. Floating Full Moon: Reflecting on her journey of letting go of what no longer serves her, this sound bath helps others embrace the need to release and move forward.
At Mystical Oasis, Kelly blends sound healing with a serene ambiance, using colorful dim lights, star projections, and soothing sounds to create a deeply relaxing environment.
Kelly’s approach to sound healing is profoundly personal and intuitive. Each session is tailored to the room’s energy, the weather, and God’s guidance. She composes unique tunes, visual themes, and effects inspired by her experiences and emotions. The studio has one more room ( I jokingly called it “A secret room”) that features a custom bed with different colored crystals designed by an engineer called a crystal light bed. It aids in stress relief, muscle relaxation, and energy alignment, enhancing the healing experience. When a person lies on the crystal light bed, they are positioned beneath a series of suspended crystals. Each crystal emits gentle vibrations and therapeutic colored lights interacting with your energy field. Scientific research supports the notion that energy is an integral part of our well-being, and this therapy aims to balance and harmonize the subtle energies within your body.
Scientifically, the crystal light bed operates on light therapy and energy medicine principles. Light profoundly affects our well-being, influencing mood, circadian rhythms, and cellular processes.
Kelly’s training in playing crystal bowls was brief, as she preferred playing by ear and intuition. Her tunes come from personal stories and emotions, making each session unique. The crystal bed and other instruments, like the gong and percussion, allow Kelly to adapt her sessions to the needs of her clients, whether they require grounding, relaxation, or emotional release.
One of the most distinctive aspects of Mystical Oasis is using hammocks in sound healing sessions. Participants lie in hammocks, suspended and cocooned, allowing them to go deeply inside themselves. This unique setup creates an intimate and personal healing experience, offering a sense of weightlessness and deep relaxation. The combination of sound, crystals, and the gentle sway of the hammocks provides a transformative experience, enabling individuals to connect with their inner selves profoundly.
Through sound healing, yoga, and crystal use, she has created a space where clients can find peace, healing, and a deep connection to their inner selves. Mystical Oasis is more than a studio; it’s a sanctuary where Kelly’s passion for music and healing converges, offering a unique, transformative experience.
At Bohemian Sarasota, we celebrate Kelly’s journey and the tranquil haven she has created. Visit Mystical Oasis to experience the magic of Kelly’s sound healing and discover your path to inner peace.
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