Rest and Restore Protocol
Introduction to the Rest and Restore Protocol
Rest and Restore ProtocolTM (RRP) is an innovative, clinical-grade listening therapy designed to help calm and restore mental and physical functioning. RRP is informed by decades of research studying physiological rhythms in the body, including heart rate, respiration, blood pressure, and in the gut, alongside deep knowledge of advanced sound technology to support deep relaxation and optimal recovery for clients. Beyond listening, you do not have to "do" anything to experience the benefits of RRP.
The music of RRP is enhanced by Sonocea®, an innovative, patent-pending technology that uses sound acoustics through music to sync with the natural biological rhythms of the body. Stimulating these natural rhythms send cues of safety to the nervous system, promoting healing functions that aid in mental and physical restoration.
You can listen to the music of RRP 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 meets your needs.
RRP is an excellent complement to other therapeutic modalities, such as mental health therapy, OT, PT, bodywork and somatic work, coaching, mind-body techniques, and more to enhance outcomes.
Supports Many Symptoms and Conditions
RRP may be helpful in reducing symptoms and supporting overall health and resiliency for people seeking support for:
- Trauma history
- Depression and anxiety
- Gastrointestinal and gut issues
- Sleep
- Chronic pain and fatigue
- Chronic health conditions
- Functional disorders
- And more...
Visit the official website of the Rest and Restore Protocol for additional information https://integratedlistening.com/products/rest-and-restore-protocol/
Backed by Research
While research and development are ongoing, RRP is informed by decades of research studying physiological rhythms in the body. Preliminary pilot data has found significant improvements in the following areas after engagement in RRP:*
- 88% of clients with trauma-related symptoms reported improvement following RRP
- 93% of clients with anxiety symptoms reported improvement following RRP
- 76% of clients with insomnia related symptoms reported improvement following RRP
- 82% of clients with depression symptoms reported improvement following RRP
The RRP is five hours of music that contain the physiological rhythms of the body. Through new audio technology, these rhythms contain aspects of our heartbeat, respiration, cranio-sacral rhythm, and digestion, entraining the nervous system through rhythmic stimulation to create balance and space for healing.
Safe and Sound Protocol
Introduction to SSP
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. The available musical playlists offer a variety of choices, to meet the preferences of participants.
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. Uniquely, many families experience the SSP together and in support of one another.
SSP is an excellent complement to other therapeutic modalities, such as mental health therapy, OT, PT, bodywork and somatic work, coaching, mind-body techniques, and more to enhance outcomes.
Supports Many Symptoms and Conditions
The SSP may be helpful in reducing symptoms and supporting overall health and resiliency for people seeking support for:
Trauma history
Depression and anxiety
Autism, hyperactivity and attention
Chronic pain
Chronic health conditions
Sensory and auditory processing
And more
Real-world evidence has also shown significant improvements in the following areas after the SSP:*
85% of clients with anxiety symptoms reported improvement post-SSP
81% of clients with depression symptoms reported improvement post-SSP
87% of clients with trauma-related symptoms reported improvement post-SSP
84% of clients experiencing challenges with psychosocial functioning reported improvement post-SSP
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.
Benefits of Nervous System Regulation with:
Improved response to stress.
Better respond to difficult situations and move past them instead of reacting and getting "stuck" in them.
Ability to access higher learning and cognition.
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 the 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
The autonomic nervous system regulates essential bodily functions. When we feel in danger, this system kicks in to protect us by engaging what are commonly known as the "fight/flight" or "freeze" responses.
You may be able to identify when your autonomic nervous system is in a defensive state if you notice difficulties with:
Breathing
Digestion
Concentration
Social connection
Mental clarity
Sleep
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. Video: https://vimeo.com/unyte/ssp
Integrated Listening System -Focus
Introduction to iLS Focus
Brain and body harmonized.
Your potential amplified.
The Integrated Listening System (ILS) Focus is a powerful listening therapy designed to stimulate key areas of the brain, helping to build and optimize your skills in communication, memory, attention, balance and coordination.
Learning and development start with effective brain and body integration.
Throughout life, your brain has the ability to reorganize itself in order to adapt and optimize its performance to meet the demands of various tasks and experiences. This is called neuroplasticity.
Your brain relies on the coordination of sensory and motor systems in your body, like vision, hearing and body awareness, to support focus, regulation and cognition. But if you have a harder time processing sensory input due to how you take in information, daily life and learning can become challenging.
Here’s the good news: your brain has the incredible capacity to adapt and grow when it receives the right support. This is where the ILS comes in.
ILS is an excellent complement to other therapeutic modalities, such as mental health therapy, OT, PT, bodywork and somatic work, coaching, mind-body techniques, and more to enhance outcomes.
How does the ILS Focus work?
Through modified music, the ILS Focus provides gentle, targeted and repeated stimulation to key areas of the brain, helping it grow and rewire itself through neuroplasticity, your brain’s natural ability to strengthen and improve in response to input.
There are two types of neuroplasticity:
- Structural neuroplasticity is when the brain's structure changes because of experiences such as learning.
- Functional neuroplasticity is when the brain adapts to sensory impairments or injury by moving functions from a damaged area of the brain to an undamaged area.
Your Role
During each session, you'll listen to the ILS program(s) selected by your provider. They may also have you engage in exercises and activities designed to support the integration of the brain and body through movement.
Each session typically lasts between 30 minutes to an hour. It's often recommended to participate in a few sessions a week to sustain progress. The music is specifically selected, organized, and filtered classical music.
Your provider will tailor these sessions to help you meet your specific goals, aiming to make them both enjoyable and effective. You are encouraged to let your provider know if you don't feel fully engaged with your sessions.
Your Provider's Role
Your certified provider will be your guide along your ILS journey. They are trained to make sure that you are ready even before you start, and will recommend an individualized listening plan for you. They will provide education, answer all your questions and prepare you for your experience.
Safe and Effective for All Ages and Families
The ILS Focus has helped over 100,000 children, adolescents and adults in more than 50 countries worldwide. Uniquely, many families experience the ILS together and in support of one another.
Supports Many Symptoms and Conditions
The ILS Focus helps improve brain-body skills for individuals across the lifespan with a variety of challenges, including:
- Dynamic balance, proprioception
- Auditory processing
- Reading and visual processing
- Gross and fine motor coordination
- Memory, attention and concentration
- Emotional regulation
- Supports recovery from chronic conditions, illness, or injury
Why Brain and Body Organization Matters
Improved learning and cognitive function
Improved integration with the body allows the brain to prioritize higher-level functions, such as problem-solving, emotional regulation and overall performance, allowing for more effective learning and skill development.
Better physical balance and coordination
When foundational support is lacking, the brain prioritizes stability over learning and development. Strengthening coordination allows the brain to shift focus from maintaining balance toward other functions for growth.
More confidence as you navigate through life
Improved skills can make all the difference in our daily lives, enabling us to acquire new — or enhance existing — abilities to learn, connect and thrive.