Safe & Sound Protocol
This research- based intervention involves listening to music that has been processed specifically to retune the nervous system (regulating state) to introduce a sense of safety and the ability to socially engage. This allows the client to better interpret not only human speech but, importantly, the emotional meaning of language. Once interpersonal interactions improve, spontaneous social behaviours and an enhanced ability to learn, self-regulate and engage are often seen.
Based on research of the relationship between the nervous system and social-emotional processes, the Safe and Sound Protocol is designed to stimulate nervous system regulation by exercising and systematically challenging the auditory system with specifically processed music. The processed music improves the functioning of nerves that are important for promoting overall social connection and behaviour.
The Safe and Sound Protocol is not a stand- alone treatment. It is used in conjunction with an appropriate therapeutic intervention.