Rising Stars: Meet Cristina Castillo of Los Angeles

Today we’d like to introduce you to Cristina Castillo.

Hi Cristina, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
My journey into sound healing and mindfulness began through a personal healing path. From a young age, I experienced periods of depression and struggled with addiction, which ultimately led me to make a life-changing decision in 2019 to stop drinking. That choice became a doorway into a new relationship with myself and with life.

Through sobriety, I began exploring healing practices that supported my mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. I returned to reading, journaling, practicing gratitude, working with affirmations, and spending intentional time in nature. These simple yet powerful routines helped me reconnect with myself and understand the true impact our thoughts, words, and energy have on our lives.

The journey has not been linear, but it has been deeply transformative. Over time, I noticed profound shifts both internally and externally. Life began to feel more aligned, the mental fog lifted, and I felt a clearer connection to my intuition and path.

Eventually, I felt called to leave my full-time job with no plan and step into the unknown. It was during this time of taking leaps of faith that things began to unfold through synchronicity, and sound healing entered my life. I felt an immediate connection and began working with the instruments intuitively, allowing sound to become a grounding and almost magical practice—and ultimately the foundation of my work—alongside affirmations, intention, and subconscious reprogramming.

Today, through Sounds with Vibes, I offer sound baths, mindfulness experiences, and mindset-focused practices that invite our community to slow down, reconnect with themselves, and return to nature.

Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
It hasn’t always been a smooth road. Much of the challenge has been working through old thought patterns, fears, and moments of uncertainty, and learning that real change begins internally before it can show up externally. There were many moments when things didn’t go as planned, which required me to surrender and trust the process.

Through these experiences, I learned to stay present and lean into faith. Embracing uncertainty helped me become more adaptable and resilient, opening space for creativity while allowing the universe to surprise me in ways I couldn’t have imagined!

Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
I’m a sound practitioner and creative working through sound healing, mindfulness, and art. My work is a natural extension of who I am, shaped by what has helped me personally through creativity, sound, and everyday grounding practices.

I work through sound baths, mindful experiences, and collaborations alongside artists, creators, and healers. I’m deeply connected to nature, animals, and community, and I have a strong passion for mental well-being. Making sound and holistic practices feel accessible and welcoming for all is an important part of my work.

Sounds with Vibes is a reflection of my own journey. I’m proud to share this work in a variety of spaces and communities, creating environments where people can experience the transformative power of sound and nature!

Are there any important lessons you’ve learned that you can share with us?
One of the most important lessons I’ve learned is to follow my heart. It has become my compass throughout this journey, guiding me even when things feel uncertain or unclear. Learning to trust my inner knowing has changed how I move through both my life and my work.

Through this, I’ve learned the value of letting go and trusting the flow of life. When I release control and take things one day at a time, space opens for unexpected moments and miracles. From there, I’ve found a deep sense of peace in trusting what’s meant for me.

Contact Info:

• Instagram: soundswithvibes111

Image Credits
@karlamichelle_photography