Sanctuary for deep rest

A space to slow down, soften, and return to yourself

"We are slowed down sound and light waves, a walking bundle of frequencies tuned into the cosmos"

-Albert Einstein

My name is Amy Marie, and I create sanctuary-style experiences designed to support deep rest, nervous system regulation, and embodied reconnection to self. Based in Iowa, I offer Sound Journeys and Trauma-Informed Somatic Breathwork experiences in Des Moines and surrounding areas, inviting people to slow down, soften, and return to themselves.

In a fast-paced, overstimulated world, many of us live in a constant state of doing. These experiences are an invitation to step out of autopilot and into presence, where the body can settle, the mind can quiet, and the nervous system can feel safe enough to rest. Through sound, breath, and gentle guidance, I hold spaces rooted in safety, softness, and spaciousness.

This is an invitation to pause, listen, and gently reconnect with yourself. It is an honor to hold these spaces, and I look forward to welcoming you.

- Amy Marie

Certified Therapeutic Sound Bath Facilitator

Certified Trauma-Informed Somatic Breathwork Practitioner

"Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life, and you will call it fate."

- C.G. Jung

Sound works gently and directly with the nervous system. Through vibration, rhythm, and resonance, it can support the body in shifting out of stress and into a more settled, restorative state. Many people experience sound baths as deeply calming and grounding. While each experience is unique, common benefits may include a greater sense of ease in the body, reduced stress, improved sleep, and a deeper connection to the present moment. Sound can support the parasympathetic nervous system, helping the body remember how to rest, repair, and self regulate. These experiences create space for the body to return to balance in its own time, offering a calm and supportive environment where it can slow down and rest.

Breath is one of the most direct pathways into the nervous system. Through intentional breathing practices, breathwork can help support emotional release, increased self-awareness, nervous system regulation, and a deeper connection to the body. My approach is trauma-informed, meaning these experiences are rooted in safety, consent, pacing, and honoring each individual's capacity. This is not about pushing or forcing, but about creating space to gently explore what the body is ready to process and release.

Private Wellness Experiences

• Sound Baths

• Breathwork

• Combined Sound + Breath Experiences

Examples:

• Birthdays

• Retreats

• Women's Gatherings

• Corporate Wellness

• Private Groups

• Celebration of life

• Bridal Gatherings

• Weddings

• Baby Showers

• Couples/Partner Experiences

My offerings can be thoughtfully woven into a wide range of occasions. If you're interested in creating a sound journey, breathwork experience, or a thoughtfully curated combination of both for a specific event, you're welcome to reach out via email with the location, date, approximate timing, and number of guests. I'll be in touch to share availability and next steps. If you have something in mind that isn't listed above, feel free to ask. I'd love to hear what you're envisioning.

Photo credit: Raelyn Ramey