Therapeutic Listening® is an evidence–backed protocol that combines auditory-based intervention with sensory integrative activities to create a comprehensive program that is effective for diverse populations with sensory challenges. Therapeutic Listening® can impact sensory modulation, attention, behavior, postural organization, and speech and language difficulties. It is a sensory-based auditory intervention that utilizes organized sound patterns in music to impact all levels of the nervous system.
1 Trained therapists learn to use modulated CDs to set up programs for clients in homes, schools, and clinics.
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Questions To Ask Your Provider:
- Are you trained in Therapeutic Listening®?
- What experience do you have working with individuals on the autism spectrum?
- How do I know that my child is a good candidate for Therapeutic Listening®?
- How much does this therapy cost?
- Do you offer payment plans?
- Are there headphones available to rent instead of purchase?
- Is there a waiting list? If so, how long?
- How long will my child need to do Therapeutic Listening®?
- How do you measure results? Will I receive written reports or updates?
- What is our family’s role in this type of therapy? What do we need to do at home to make this a success?
- How long does my child wear the headphones for throughout the day?
- How often do we get a new CD?
- What do I do if my child does not want to wear the headphones? What if I want to discontinue this therapy? Are there any contracts we have to sign?
1 Pediatric Therapy Center. (2008). Searching for Solutions (Brochure). Papillion, Nebraska
2 Vital Links Continuing Education for Innovative Practice Therapeutic Listening® ° Vestibular Habilitation, “What is Therapeutic Listening® ?” n.d. http://www.vitallinks.net/ (24 November 2008)