I Wonder What This Sounds Like

I Wonder What This Sounds Like is a group that explores how rhythm, sound and deep listening can support emotional regulation, connection, and self expression through shared creative experience. Using simple sound making practices, participants engage in guided exercises with voice, percussion, found sound and listening to explore how rhythm and sound affect the body, emotions, and relationships.

Drawing from trauma research, somatic approaches, and rhythm based healing practices, the group emphasizes direct experience rather than performance or musical skill. Sessions focus on curiosity, presence, nonverbal communication, and collective exploration, creating space for participants to reconnect with their bodies, increase emotional awareness, and experience connection through shared rhythm and listening. No musical experience is required.

When: Mondays 4p-530p
Where: Exact Location given upon RSVP (SE Portland)
Cost: $10 suggested donation, no one turned away for lack of funds
Email [Jean-Paul@liberationinstitute.org](mailto:Jean-Paul@liberationinstitute.org) to RSVP or for more info
Facilitator Bio: JP Jenkins is a counselor in training, musician, and facilitator based in Portland, Oregon. Alongside his clinical training, he has spent more than two decades organizing experimental music and arts events, leading creative groups, and working with improvisation, sound, and deep listening practices. His clinical interests include mindfulness, somatic awareness, recovery, and experiential approaches that help people develop greater connection to themselves and others. JP’s approach emphasizes curiosity, presence, and creating spaces where people can explore experience beyond words, regardless of artistic or musical background. JP is supervised by Brad Byrum LMFT #T2185