Today we’d like to introduce you to Stephanie Winter.
Hi Stephanie, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
My path to wellness began in 2012 when I first discovered yoga. That practice quickly opened the door to a new passion: sound healing.
“Yoga gave me such a sense of peace, and when I was introduced to sound healing by my sister in Germany, I realized how powerful sound can be for the body and mind,” My first experience with a “sound tube”—an instrument large enough for the body to rest inside—sparked a lasting curiosity about healing frequencies.
In addition to yoga and sound work, I had always been drawn to massage. “Even as a child, I loved giving massages to my siblings,” What began as a playful pastime eventually led to becoming a licensed massage therapist, specializing in various healing modalities including energy work.
To deepen my knowledge, I completed a yearlong program with the Sound Healing Academy based in England. Today, I share my gifts at Singing Waters Nature Retreat, where guests experience the soothing resonance of my monochord sound table—an instrument imported from Germany—alongside crystal bowls, tuning forks, Tibetan bowls, and chimes.
“My mission is to offer people a place to relax, recharge, and reconnect,”
“Every session is about creating space for someone to feel nurtured and restored.”
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
When I first started my business here in Blairsville, I wasn’t sure how sound healing would be received. One of the biggest challenges was finding ways to promote and share what I do so people could really understand how powerful it can be.
Over time, I learned that the best “advertising” was simply showing up consistently, offering my work with passion, and shining my light. By doing that, I naturally attracted the right community of people who were open, curious, and excited to explore sound healing. That supportive community has been such a gift and continues to grow.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
My practice brings together sound healing, massage, and energy work. I integrate a variety of modalities such as Reiki, crystal healing, sound healing, and massage to support each client’s unique journey.
I started my business here in Blairsville in 2022, and over the past few years I’ve been grateful to build a loving and supportive community interested in sound healing. One of the things I value most is helping people recognize the healer within themselves and empowering them to trust their own inner wisdom.
I trained as a certified sound practitioner, working one-on-one with clients, and I continue to take courses so I can keep deepening what I offer. Voice and vocal toning have been especially important in my own journey, and now I love sharing these practices with others—helping people overcome the fear of using their voice and discovering how powerful it can be as a healing tool.
Another meaningful part of my work is collaborating with my husband—we create ambient music together, with him on electric guitar and me vocalizing. It has been a beautiful way to blend our gifts and share sound as a form of connection and healing.
What sets me apart is the combination of different modalities and the personal care I bring into every session, but what I’m most proud of is the community that has formed around this work. It’s heartwarming to see people come together, support each other, and grow through the experience of sound.
Do you have any advice for those just starting out?
Sound healing is such a rapidly expanding field, and my advice to anyone just starting out is to simply begin experimenting. Use instruments and, most importantly, your own voice—not just for others, but for yourself. The voice is such a powerful tool for healing.
One of my favorite quotes is by Nikola Tesla: “If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency and vibration.” That wisdom really speaks to the heart of this work.
Sound healing has the power to transform your life. If you follow what brings you joy and pursue it with passion, you’ll naturally share your unique gift with the world—and when you do, the magic truly happens.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.singingwatersnatureretreat.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/singingwatersnatureretreat/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Singingwatersnatureretreat/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3Q7n_7UYEbJ9fNO1n57cgQ
Image Credits
Qinghong Wei – Stephane Connolley
