The Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) is an evidence-based listening therapy designed to reduce sound sensitivities and improve auditory processing, behavioral state regulation, and social engagement behaviors through filtered music. As a practical application of Polyvagal Theory, the SSP acts as a non-invasive, acoustic vagal nerve stimulator, helping to re-tune the nervous system to better support connection, collaboration and resilience.
The SSP involves listening to specially filtered music through headphones alongside a provider, in-person or remotely. Suitable for children and adults, the SSP has demonstrated benefits for individuals with trauma, anxiety, sensory processing differences and more.
Session 1-Intake Assessment and a short treatment with follow-up
Session 2-Safe and Sound Session with assessment
Session 3-Safe and Sound Session and assessment
If suitable the remote program will be available for clients between treatment sessions.
Session 4-Safe and Sound Session and followup focused on supporting somatic processing and nervous system regulation.