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Your guide to all things sound healing & wellness.
The Altha Academy: Your Path to Confident Sound Healing Facilitation
The Altha Academy offers comprehensive sound healing training for wellness professionals in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and beyond. Learn self-hypnosis, session frameworks, and business skills through a fully pre-recorded curriculum designed to help you build a confident, professional practice.
How Corporate Health Retreats Are Changing the Way Teams Thrive
Discover how corporate health retreats in Dubai and Abu Dhabi are transforming teams. Learn how private sound baths, self-hypnosis workshops, and curated wellness experiences support stress relief, creativity, and lasting wellbeing
The Energy of Qi: A Night of Qigong and Hypno-Sound Healing at Keyani Wellness
In ancient traditions, we say that when Qi flows freely, the mind clears, the spirit lifts, and the body remembers its natural state of balance. On a warm evening in Dubai, this wisdom came to life as seekers gathered at Keyani Wellness, a holistic space dedicated to integrative practices that nourish body and mind in equal measure for a Qigong Hypno-Sound Bath Experience.
Introducing The Altha Collective: A Community for Business Mastery, and Personal Evolution
Discover The Altha Collective, a membership community for sound healers and wellness practitioners to learn business strategy, mindset mastery, and practical tools to land high-paying clients and thrive.
The Magic of Rainstick Dreams: A Sound Healing Instrument Like No Other
Explore Rainstick Dreams, beautifully handcrafted sound healing instruments used in Dubai and Abu Dhabi for meditation, relaxation, and wellness rituals. Learn how these unique rainsticks filled with poppy seeds, crystals, or microbeads can elevate your sound therapy practice and transform your space.
How Sound Healing Elevates Luxury Hospitality Experiences in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
Sound healing has become one of the most requested wellness modalities among luxury resorts and hotels worldwide. In destinations like Dubai and Abu Dhabi, where travelers expect both relaxation and innovation, curated sound therapy experiences can transform a guest stay into something unforgettable.
Sacred Frequencies in the Sand: My Soul Journey Through Jordan
Some journeys are meant to be felt more than photographed. Jordan, with its ancient wisdom and elemental beauty, invited me into one of the most vibrationally rich experiences of my life. As a certified hypnotherapist and sound healer, I’m constantly listening—to the body, to the breath, to the frequencies beneath our fast-paced lives. And Jordan? Jordan speaks in frequencies.
From Student to Sound Healer: How to Begin Your Sound Healing Training Journey
If you’ve ever been to a sound bath and left feeling lighter, clearer, or more deeply connected, you may have wondered: Could I do this too? The answer is yes. Sound healing isn’t just for trained musicians or wellness professionals—it’s a calling. And in the UAE, where wellness is rising and resonance matters, there’s never been a better time to begin.
The Rise of Sound Healing Events in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
Wellness in the UAE has entered a new era. From private residences to rooftop hotels, sound healing is no longer a niche offering—it’s becoming a staple of the modern wellness experience. And with increasing demand from both luxury venues and conscious communities, sound healing events in Dubai and Abu Dhabi are setting a new standard for nervous system support, emotional balance, and deep relaxation.
Retail Therapy Meets Sound Healing: The Energy Behind What You Buy
Retail therapy often gets a bad reputation—a temporary high, a distraction, an emotional impulse. But what if we reframed it? What if our purchases weren’t about filling a void but about supporting the energy we want to cultivate? In a wellness-forward culture like the UAE, where luxury and intention intersect, it’s time to redefine shopping as a spiritual act.
Learn Sound Healing in the UAE: Altha Academy Launches in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
The demand for nervous system regulation, emotional healing, and deeper mind-body connection is growing rapidly across the UAE. From luxury wellness resorts to private homes, sound therapy is emerging as one of the most powerful tools for modern wellbeing. If you've experienced a sound bath and felt the shift in your body, you may be wondering: Can I learn how to do this myself?
The answer is yes. And now, it’s easier than ever in the Emirates.
How to Regulate Your Nervous System in the UAE Desert Heat
The UAE is a land of bold contrasts: shimmering skylines and endless sand dunes, air-conditioned luxury and blazing desert heat. For many of us living in Abu Dhabi or Dubai, the climate alone can feel like a daily challenge—especially during the hotter months when temperatures soar above 40°C.
But the physical heat isn’t the only thing affecting our well-being. The combination of high temperatures, overstimulation, and relentless productivity can leave your nervous system in a constant state of overdrive. The result? Irritability, fatigue, burnout, and even sleep disturbances.
The good news is that you don’t need to escape the city or wait for winter to feel better. With the right tools, you can regulate your nervous system and reclaim your sense of calm—no matter how hot it gets outside.
Where to Find Peace and Stillness in Abu Dhabi: 5 Wellness Gems to Explore
Whether you're a longtime local or a newly arrived expat, the pace of life in the UAE can be exhilarating — and occasionally overwhelming. With the skyline constantly evolving and new opportunities around every corner, it's easy to get swept up in productivity and forget to pause.
If you're craving stillness, serenity, or just a moment to exhale, Abu Dhabi offers a number of beautiful hidden gems and intentional spaces where wellness can be experienced, not just talked about.
Sound Healing in the UAE: What It Is and Why It’s Gaining Momentum
In a fast-paced world, wellness practices that promote deep relaxation, clarity, and emotional balance are becoming more sought after than ever—especially in dynamic regions like the United Arab Emirates. One modality making waves across Abu Dhabi and Dubai is sound healing: a practice rooted in ancient wisdom that’s now gaining modern recognition.
Whether you're new to sound healing or curious why it's becoming popular in the Emirates, this guide will introduce you to its origins, how it works, and why it's worth experiencing firsthand.
Moving to the Emirates? Here’s How I’m Staying Grounded with Wellness Rituals
Relocating to a new country is both exciting and disorienting. After spending 21 years in Los Angeles, I recently made the move to the Emirates to bring Altha’s signature wellness experiences to the Middle East. When I first arrived, I hadn’t yet decided whether to settle in Dubai or Abu Dhabi. While I appreciated Dubai’s fast-paced, entrepreneurial energy, I ultimately felt more aligned with the cultural richness and more relaxed rhythm of Abu Dhabi.
The logistics of settling in have been overwhelming: applying for licenses, setting up a new home, traveling with my dog Zen, navigating cultural differences, and rebuilding community from scratch.
In the midst of this transition, I’ve leaned on the very tools I share with others through Altha — sound healing, breathwork, and therapeutic hypnosis — to stay grounded, centered, and at peace.
Goodbye LA, Hello UAE: A New Chapter Begins
Some places shape you. Others call you forward.
For the past 21 years, Los Angeles has been my home—a city of endless sunrises over the Pacific, spontaneous beach walks in Marina del Rey, and the boundless energy of creativity and entrepreneurship. It’s where I built my career, healed my body, and discovered my true calling in hypnotherapy and sound healing.
But some journeys whisper to you before you even realize you're ready. And now, it's time for a new adventure—one that leads me to the Middle East, a region pulsing with innovation, luxury wellness, and infinite possibility.
Mindfulness, Biohacking, and Nature-Based Therapy: My Experience at the Vikasa Wellness Retreat
After two months of packing, planning, and preparing for my next chapter in the Middle East, I knew I needed a moment to pause, reset, and breathe. I’ve learned to listen to those signs—and this time, they pointed me to Uruguay.
Introducing The Altha Masterclass: Your Path to Personal Growth and Transformation
The Altha team is thrilled to announce an exciting new offering: the Altha Masterclass. This Masterclass is a comprehensive educational program designed to empower individuals with the skills to heal themselves and support others on their personal healing journeys. Read on to explore what the Altha Masterclass entails, who would benefit from it, and how you can enroll in this unique educational experience.
2023 Mindful Holiday Gift Guide - Best Wellness Gifts for Black Friday and the Holidays
The holiday season is upon us, and as we seek to express our love and appreciation for those dear to us, the gift of wellness stands out as a thoughtful and impactful choice. Embracing wellness gifts not only reflects a desire for the well-being of our loved ones but also offers them the opportunity to prioritize self-care. As Black Friday approaches, consider the top wellness gift ideas that bring comfort, relaxation, and rejuvenation. Here's why you should choose wellness gifts for your loved ones, along with the best deals available.
Discover the Transformation: 7 Ways Wellness Retreats Can Revitalize Your Life
When life gets hectic and stress starts taking its toll, it's essential to find a way to recharge and rejuvenate. That's where wellness retreats come into play. These holistic getaways offer a unique opportunity to unplug, unwind, and focus on your well-being. Let's explore why attending a corporate wellness retreat can be a game-changer for your physical and mental health.