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ASE has partnered with scientists, clinicians, and institutions. How do these collaborations shape your work? They are absolutely essential. I’ve had the privilege of studying with leading pioneers who bridge art and science — Dr. John Beaulieu, founder of Biosonic Tuning Forks; Dr. Jeffrey Thompson, a master of neuroacoustic research; ethnomusicologist Alexander Tannous; Aurelio C. Hammer of Svaram Musical Instruments and Research Centre; and the music department at Oxford University. I’m now looking forward to collaborating with Susan Magsamen of the NeuroArts Blueprint and the International Arts + Mind Lab, the Lieber Institute for Brain Development, and neuroscientists Dr. John Krakauer and Dr. Joe Paton from the Centre for Restorative Neurotechnology at the Champalimaud Research Foundation — to further the
Can you describe the ASE method and its impact on the nervous system? ASE combines ancient wisdom —practices like Nada Yoga, the yoga of deep listening—with modern neuroacoustic science. Each soundscape is built around primal frequencies that align with circadian rhythms and brainwave states. We weave sound, vibration, scent, and light—and at times even taste —into immersive environments where the senses converge. Many participants describe feeling “held,” as though their nervous system has finally been given permission to rest. But this isn’t just about relaxation. Our sonic architecture can reduce anxiety, improve focus, and even support recovery from trauma. We’re building evidence to show how these sessions measurably improve mental wellbeing and resilience.
These collaborations validate what artists and healers have always intuited — that sound changes the way the brain heals. Bringing art and science together allows us to create a framework where ASE is not “alternative” but integrated into mainstream health conversations. Recently, presenting ASE at BrainMind and the eMHIC Congress gave me the chance to speak directly to clinicians, policymakers, and mental health leaders. These dialogues are critical for ensuring that ASE can scale responsibly.
dialogue between sound, neuroscience, and healing.
At Chelsea & Westminster Hospital in London, ASE was invited for a week-long residency exploring the role of sound as a therapeutic modality in patient recovery programs — helping to reduce stress and support healing in critical care environments.
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