Safe and Sound Protocol
Think, Feel, and Connect Better through Nervous System Regulation.
About The Safe and Sound Protocol
The Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) is a five-hour 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 (PVT), 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.
Developed by world-renowned researcher Dr. Stephen Porges, PVT focuses on what is happening in the body and the nervous system, and explains how our sense of safety, danger or life-threat can impact our behavior. Understanding PVT gives us a scientific framework that can be applied through physiological, or “bottom-up” therapies, to help change and improve how we feel, think and connect with others. To learn more, click here or scroll down.
A Few Reasons for The Safe and Sound Protocol
Irritability
Feeling Overwhelmed
Plateaued in Therapy
Feeling on Edge
Burn Out
Preparing for Trauma Work
Sensitivity to Noise
Avoidance of Emotions
Depressed Mood
Getting Started is Easy
Free 15-Minute Chat
This is a chance for us to see if we’re likely to be a good fit before beginning services. Just click on the “Schedule Consultation” button to the right of your screen.
Book Appointment
After our 15-minute chat, if we’re a good fit, we will schedule your initial assessment appointment. During this appointment I focus on learning more about your history, needs, and goals.
1st Session!
The journey begins! We will continue fine tuning your goals and a realistic plan for you to achieve them.
Contact Me
Book a free consultation by clicking on the "Schedule Consultation" button to the right.
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720.819.7368
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