Testimonials

I had the honor and pleasure of meeting Sha'ari for a one on one music therapy session last night. The experience was AWESOME to say the least. Sha'ari has an eclectic collection of instruments and the room is filled with beautiful artwork. Sha'ari tailored the session for my specific need for centering and grounding and it was a powerful experience that left me feeling totally energized. I hope more people take advantage of this extremely talented and delightful woman who offers her gift of music therapy. The benefits are endless!
C.A., Seattle, WA

Music therapist Sha’ari Garfinkel has created a soft, padded room for her work with gongs, flutes and other evocative instruments. When I removed my shoes upon entering, I felt I was shedding the trappings of my keyed-up, demanding lifestyle. Under Sha’ari’s guidance and using sound-based relaxation techniques, I was able to spontaneously visualize native American shamans weaving a protective sheath around me to protect my frazzled nerves from further tension. When I left her womb-like space, I felt my own healing guides had helped me create a fully functioning buffer zone around my body-mind to protect me from the onslaught of a lifestyle too often defined by cell phones and computers and deadlines.
L.L, Renton, WA

The best part of the program was the...presenter's knowledge, humor,[and] willingness to wonder with the group [along with] her sharing of musical instruments. Thank you.
Anonymous, Seattle, WA

Thank you for putting on the Gong Meditation - I found it to be pretty powerful. That night I got up at 3:45 am with all kinds of ideas running around my head about the transition I'm making. I believe the gongs helped me to see clearly. It was quite amazing.
T.Z. Seattle, WA

YOU WERE A HIT!! All I heard from patients and family is how wonderful the music was and how it changed everybody from totally stressed to happy, talking, etc., bonded with each other.
D.D., Kirkland, WA

Thanks so much Sha’ari
I hope you feel the praises I’m singing about you!!!
You bring so much healing to this world. Peace,
M.J., Seattle, WA

It helped me to process my emotions related to the surgical procedure that I just had and, in doing so enhanced my recovery.
R.W., Kirkland, WA

Very anxiety-reducing. Different instruments and conversation with patients and family even drew laughter in spite of impending procedures.
C. H., Kirkland, WA

You are doing very important work! I felt so good...it was a lovely experience even besides the actual gongs...your studio is very relaxing itself. B. also commented on how relaxed he felt and how interesting it was. I look forward to next month.
J.O., Sammamish, WA

There was a nice change of atmosphere in my hospital room; soothing music and imagery helped with healing process.
B.A., Kirkland, WA

Your workshop on Music Therapy at the Swedish Cancer Institute was like a breath of fresh air.
E.V.,Seattle, WA

The presenter had a warm, open style of presentation and a superb singing voice…
S.W., Tukwila, WA

Emotions are pouring out of me in buckets; and when the session ends, I am inspired to write a poem. And this is only my first GIM encounter…Some studies suggest if may promote efficient electrical activity in nerves and muscles - as well as affect the release of endorphins (the body's natural pain relievers)… and immune system substances…Many of Garfinkel's clients are seriously ill and use the therapy to speed their healing - whether it be physical, mental or spiritual.
"The Power of Music," Houston Life Magazine, Mar 19 - Apr 15, 1995, M.G., Houston, TX

Thanks for last night...I loved the effects the gong has had on my body...what an experience! I can't wait to try it again.
L.L. in Seattle

The healing gong meditation session with Sha'ari was truly amazing. I felt
the vibrations moving through my body and my energy resonating with them.
The session was relaxing and invigorating at the same time. I could feel a
definite shift in my energy and I felt a release and opening up in my hip
area which I didn't even know was blocked. The sounds were beautiful,
harmonic, and powerful. I highly recommend the experience to anyone. All the best,
Audrey W.
Seattle, WA
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