What is the safe and sound protocol?

The Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) is an evidence-based listening therapy developed by Dr. Stephen Porges with its foundation in his Polyvagal Theory (“the science of feeling safe.”) It helps improve nervous system regulation in children, teens, and adults by working to reduce sound sensitivities and improve auditory processing, behavioral state regulation, and social engagement behaviors through filtered music.

SSP has demonstrated benefits for individuals with trauma, anxiety, sensory processing differences and more. It enhances and accelerates the impact of other modes of therapy, such as CBT.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

The SSP involves listening to specially filtered music through headphones alongside a provider in person or remotely. The music of the SSP has been filtered through a patented, evidence-based algorithm that highlights specific sound frequencies that help regulate the autonomic nervous system and stimulate the vagus nerve.

WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM SSP?

Everyone can benefit from nervous system regulation. The SSP is helpful in reducing symptoms for conditions including:

• Auditory sensitivities

• Depression and anxiety

• Neurodevelopmental differences, such as autism and ADHD

• Learning difficulties

• Sensory processing differences

• Trauma and PTSD

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