Safe and sound

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 retune 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.

Highlights of the SSP: A 5-hour auditory intervention developed and patented by Dr. Stephen Porges, author of the Polyvagal Theory. Designed to reduce sound sensitivity, and improve auditory processing and behavioral state regulation. Activates the client’s social engagement system, helping to accelerate and enhance therapeutic outcomes. Supports physiological state regulation, allowing for greater resilience.

At RDT Counseling, Katelynn is certified to deliver the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), a powerful listening therapy designed to reduce hearing sensitivities and help regulate the autonomic nervous system. Contact RDT for details, or visit WhatistheSSP.com to learn more. I am certified to deliver the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), a non-invasive vagal nerve stimulator designed to reduce stress and auditory sensitivity.

Outcomes: I have been honored to add this treatment to my counseling clients as well as partner with other therapists to provide their clients with this treatment. Overall I have seen a reduction in a client lengths of treatment and increases in insight, awareness, emotional regulation, and social skill developments. The SSP has been an asset in helping clients move more successfully though the therapeutic process; I do not want to provide therapy without this tool!

This information includes proprietary content about the Safe and Sound Protocol, used with permission from Unyte Health Inc. — leading provider of evidence-based listening therapies for nervous system regulation.