NeuroNurture
Listening Pathway
Think, feel, and connect better through
nervous system regulation.
NeuroNurture Listening Pathway
Think, feel, and connect better through
nervous system regulation.
Five hours of music.
Long-lasting impact.
The NeuroNurture tm Listening Pathway uses a powerful technique called the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) designed to help regulate the nervous system, so you can better connect with yourself, others and the world around you.
Humans need social connection.
Subconsciously, your nervous system is always looking for cues of safety from
other people through things like body language, facial expression or tone of voice.
But if you have a harder time interpreting these cues of safety due to past experiences or the way you take in information, your brain and body can
misinterpret these cues, limiting your ability to connect in a meaningful way.
How does Safe and Sound Protocol work?
Through specially filtered music, SSP sends cues of safety to your nervous system, building the foundation for awareness, embodiment and resilience.
Benefits of Nervous System Regulation
Improved Response to Stress
When our nervous system is regulated, it's easier to sleep, eat, digest, concentrate, communicate, and participate in meaningful relationships with others.
We can better respond to difficult situations and move past them instead of reacting and getting "stuck" in them.
Better emotional regulation and resilience
Become attuned to and more in control of emotions, so you can move through temporary setbacks with more flexibility and ease.
More social connection and deeper relationships
By activating the part of your brain that allows us to be more social, affectionate and connected, the SSP can help shift you into a state where you are more comfortable and at ease engaging with others, leading to deeper and more meaningful relationships.
Polyvagal Theory:
The Science of Feeling Safe
Developed by world-renowned researcher and Unyte’s Chief Scientific Advisor, Dr. Stephen Porges, Polyvagal Theory 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 Polyvagal Theory 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.
Works alongside you, wherever you are on your healing journey.
Supports many symptoms and conditions
The SSP may support overall health and resilience while reducing symptoms related to anxiety or depression, neurodevelopmental differences, learning challenges, sensory processing differences, trauma history, and more.
Listen from almost anywhere
You can listen to the music of the SSP either in person with your certified provider or remotely from the comfort of your own home, allowing for flexibility and ease. Your provider will collaborate with you on a listening plan that works for you.
Safe and effective for all ages and families
The SSP has helped over 100,000 children, adolescents and adults in more than 70 countries worldwide.
Works with other therapies
The SSP works beautifully alongside Christine’s other offerings, including nervous system regulation coaching, yoga therapy for mental health, functional nutrition, and somatic practices, creating a more supported and integrated healing experience.
What to expect from your experience
Your Role
As the listener, all that is required of you during a session is to simply listen to the music and to let your provider know of feelings or sensations, whether emotional or physical, that may arise.
Your provider may also have you engage in light activity during your listening sessions, such as stretches, breathing exercises, or drawing. Be sure to stay in close communication with your provider, so they can adjust your listening plan to suit your needs.
Your Provider's Role
Your certified provider will be your guide along your SSP journey. They are trained to make sure that you are ready even before you start listening to the music, and will recommend an individualized listening plan for you. They will provide education, answer all your questions and prepare you for all that you may experience once you begin.
During the listening, they will monitor your progress and help conduct the right pace and conditions for the optimal listening experience for you.
If you are a parent or caregiver, you may be the primary listening partner for your child. Follow your provider's instructions for what activities to do and how to guide your child.
Why choose SSP
with Radiant Heart?
Choosing Radiant Heart for the Safe and Sound Protocol means choosing more than just listening therapy. You are choosing a practitioner with a wealth of experience in education, trauma-informed practices, somatic therapy, and yoga therapy.
We will work with you to develop a personalized menu of nervous system regulating exercises and help you feel confident in your unique listening plan.
At Radiant Heart, we offer the SSP in conjunction with the NeuroNurture program or in some cases, on its own with private guidance to support you along your therapeutic path.
NeuroNurture Listening Therapy FAQ
What does the music sound like?
The SSP uses music that you may already be familiar with. The music is filtered through an algorithm that enhances intonation changes within the frequency range of the human voice, training the auditory processing system to attune to cues of safety.
A classical playlist is also available as a non-vocal, trauma-sensitive and accessible alternative that maintains the essential elements and original algorithms of the SSP.
Can I do the SSP by myself without a provider?
The SSP is a powerful therapeutic intervention and is not available for use without the supervision of a trained professional (e.g. therapist, licensed social worker, clinical yoga therapist, mental health practitioner, etc.). Your provider may, however, suggest some independent listening as part of your SSP experience. All SSP providers are required to complete an extensive training and certification course prior to delivering the SSP to ensure safe and effective delivery.
What does a listening session look like?
Listening sessions can vary between providers depending on intake assessments, and usually can include a combination of client education, regulating activies and listening to the SSP. We recommend speaking with your provider about SSP delivery.
Do I have to listen to the hours in order?
The music is divided into five-hour long sections. While you are not required to listen to a full hour each session, the filtration of the main SSP program is dynamic and progressive so it is important to listen in order and not repeat any sections without guidance from your SSP provider.
What can I do while listening?
Consult with your SSP provider for guidance on what activites are most supportive of your listening experience. In most cases, light movement, breathing exercises, and drawing, coloring or puzzle activities are recommended. High-intensity exercise, cognitively demanding tasks, and video games or computer work are generally not recommended.
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