RESTORE: A Sound Journey + Community Care Circle Offering
Schedule
Sat Aug 23 2025 at 01:00 pm to 03:00 pm
UTC-07:00Location
Barnsdall Art Park | Los Angeles, CA

About this Event
Peace! Thank you for being here! <3 This offering blends the healing power of sound with the intentionality of restorative practices in honor of collective healing. creates sacred space for emotional understanding, deeper listening, and meaningful community connection.
WHAT TO EXPECT
We begin with gentle grounding and co-creating sacred agreements, inviting everyone into presence and safety. Then, you will be led through a guided sound journey designed to calm and care for your nervous system, release stored tension, and prepare the mind, body, and spirit for honest, heart-centered conversation.
Following this, we transition into a restorative circle process rooted in Indigenous talking circle traditions, honoring every voice, inviting reflection, and fostering connection. Sitting together in a circle of no more than 11 participants, we will engage with a talking piece, guided reflection prompts, and a community altar, all held by your circle guide. Opening and closing rituals frame the experience, emphasizing interconnectedness and belonging.
WHO THIS IS FOR
Ideal for folx and groups navigating tension or transition, or anyone seeking to reconnect through presence and mindful listening. Whether healing from grief, processing conflict, or simply longing for a deeper sense of belonging in uncertain times, this space supports your journey.
WHAT TO BRING
- Something comfortable to sit or lie on (yoga mat, cushion, or blanket)
- Water to stay hydrated
- A journal or paper and writing utensil for reflection
- A small personal or cultural item to contribute to our centerpiece/community altar (optional)
- Eye mask, essential oils, or any calming or grounding tools you prefer.
- Most importantly, bring your full self. Your presence matters here!
BENEFITS OF THE EXPERIENCE
Restore offers a supportive space to deepen auditory, sensory, mental, and emotional processing. You’ll cultivate profound relaxation, heightened self-awareness, and an improved ability to reflect on your own experience. Every participant has the opportunity to speak and be truly heard. This experience is about restoring community and fostering a strong, healing connection across differences, leaving you with renewed perspective and belonging.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
This launch event celebrates 3 years of my journey as a self-employed therapist, holistic wellness guide, and sound journey practitioner! Light snacks will be provided to nourish your body as you nourish your spirit!
💜 This offering is rooted in community care, and I deeply believe that wellness and healing spaces should be accessible. A limited number of "community care" tickets are available to ensure no one is turned away due to lack of funds. If those fill up and you’d still like to attend, feel free to reach out and I’ll do my best to hold space for you. If you’re in a position to give more, you’re welcome to sponsor a spot for someone else or make a general donation to help cover snacks and materials. Every offering supports me in continuing to serve in this way!
ABOUT YOUR GUIDE
LA Adkins (she/her), also known as The Holistic Wellness Coach + Guide, is a licensed therapist and subject matter expert in mental health and wellness. She is certified and trained as both a Mindfulness Meditation Guide and Sound Journey Practitioner, and she is the Founding Owner of Reconnect With You, PLLC, a holistic wellness brand specializing in inspiring and nurturing the inner journey.
In addition to her work in coaching, sound therapy, public speaking, and candle-making, all focused on holistic wellness, LA brings years of experience leading interpersonal process groups, mindfulness workshops, identity-based affinity groups, restorative practice circles, and social skills groups for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. She has been formally trained in the Circle Process and is deeply committed to holding space that fosters emotional safety, depth, and meaningful connection.
Restore is a culmination of two modalities that have brought her profound healing and fulfillment: restorative practices and sound therapy. She is ready to lead this offering not only because of her professional training, but because of her personal journey, one marked by authenticity, vulnerability, and the kind of inner work that allows her to hold space with presence, care, and an open heart.
LA is also the author of a self-exploration gratitude journal and has delivered a TEDx Talk. Her work and presence are guided by her core values: accountability, authenticity, autonomy, integrity, justice, and transparency. As a champion of solitude, she believes our relationships with others reflect the depth of our relationship with ourselves.

Agenda
🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:15 PM
Arrive + Get Settled
Info: Guests are welcomed into the space to find their spot, get comfortable, connect lightly with others, and enjoy light refreshments and snacks. This is a gentle arrival window so there's no pressure to be “on.”
🕑: 01:15 PM - 01:25 PM
Welcome + Blessing the Space
Info: I’ll open our time together with a warm welcome with introducing myself, sharing the inspiration and intention behind Restore, and opening our sacred container for the experience we’re about to co-create. We’ll ground together before we begin.
🕑: 01:25 PM - 01:35 PM
Sacred Agreements + Circle Prep
Info: We’ll co-create our sacred agreements for the space, and I’ll guide you through each element of the circle process, including the talking piece, our community altar (i.e., centerpiece), opening and closing rituals, and more.
🕑: 01:35 PM - 02:05 PM
Guided Sound Journey
Info: I’ll be your guide for this soothing sound journey to support nervous system care, deep rest, and inner stillness, gently preparing your mind, body, and spirit for meaningful reflection and connection.
🕑: 02:05 PM - 02:10 PM
Silent Integration + Transition
Info: After the sound journey, we’ll sit together in quiet stillness. This is your space to breathe, reflect, and notice what’s come up for you. While you're welcome to write some of your reflections, there's no need to say or do anything. This is a time to just be.
🕑: 02:10 PM - 02:50 PM
The Circle: Guided Reflection + Shared Presence
Info: We’ll gather in circle, grounded in Indigenous traditions and guided by a series of reflection prompts. Using the talking piece, we'll honor every voice. This means that everyone will have a chance to speak from the heart and be fully heard, if they choose. This portion is not about advice-giving. It’s about being fully present with your own experience and with each other.
🕑: 02:50 PM - 03:00 PM
Closing + Community Connection
Info: I’ll share some closing thoughts, words of gratitude, and info about how you can stay connected and join future offerings, if you’d like to stay in community. You’ll have a moment to gather yourself, revisit our community altar, or exchange contact info with someone you connected with. You’ll leave feeling grounded, held, and renewed.
Where is it happening?
Barnsdall Art Park, 4800 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 13.58 to USD 60.54
