Resonating Wellness: Exploring Music, Sound, and Well-being
October 1, 2026 | 1–2:30 pm ET | 10–11:30 am PT | Zoom
Aperçu
Have you ever found yourself carrying the stress of a demanding production, unpredictable schedule, or busy creative career? Have you wished for more ways to reset and reconnect with yourself?
In an industry that can be fast-paced and emotionally demanding, tools that bring you back to the present moment can be especially helpful. What better way to do that than through music and sound?
Join us for a session exploring the connection between music and well-being through evidence-based and experiential approaches. Discover accessible tools you can bring into your daily life to support deep listening, present-moment awareness, and full-body relaxation.
We will explore our relationship with music, learn about the neuroscience of sound, and take part in gentle movement, ending with a soothing live sound bath designed to support rest and relaxation.
Qui devrait y assister
All entertainment industry professionals – on stage, behind the scenes, or in creative or administrative roles – who are looking for accessible ways to manage stress, reconnect with themselves, and support their overall well-being.
Points clés
- Reflect on the role of music in your daily life and connect with others through shared experiences
- Learn about the neuroscience of sound
- Explore tools for present-moment awareness and nervous system regulation, including mindfulness and breathing techniques
- Support rest and relaxation through a live sound bath
Note importante
The techniques and suggestions presented in this session are for general information and are not intended to replace medical advice or formal therapy.
By participating in this session, you acknowledge and accept the risks of injury or illness associated with the movement, meditation, and sound bath activities. To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, you voluntarily assume responsibility for all known and unknown risks associated with participating.
The AFC’s workshops provide general information and strategies and do not offer personalized advice. Facilitators may not be able to answer all participant questions.
Accessibilité
ASL interpretation, closed captions, and translated captions (35 languages) are available. If you need additional accommodations to make this event accessible, please get in touch, and we will do our best to meet your needs.
Enregistrement
This event will be recorded. Everyone who registers for the workshop will receive access to the replay for 14 days following the workshop. After this 14-day replay window, the recording will be removed and permanently deleted.
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Meet Michaela Bekenn
Michaela Bekenn (she/they) is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and Certified Music Therapist based in Tkaronto (Toronto). Alongside her practice in healthcare, she works as a certified sound therapy practitioner, yoga & meditation guide, multi-instrumentalist, and singer-songwriter.
Michaela is committed to upholding an approach to care that is anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, person-centred, and 2SLGBTQIA+ affirming. She is a certified facilitator of Compassion-Based Resilience Training and mindfulness for stress reduction, addiction recovery, and chronic pain.
With an interdisciplinary background in theatre, music, movement, and energy-work, Michaela brings a holistic, eclectic, and playful essence to her practice. She supports people across the lifespan within both community and clinical settings, including mental health care, oncology, palliative care, women’s health, and pediatric rehabilitation. Michaela anchors her approach to community care within a framework of reciprocity, social justice, and collective liberation. Michaela strives to create a welcoming space for folks of all identities to feel seen, supported, and nourished.
Photo: Rafi Scully
