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Therapeutic Listening
Therapeutic Listening is type of sound, or listening therapy, designed by Sheila Frick, OTR. It is based on the work of Dr. Alfred Tomatis and Guy Berard. Listening is an active process that involves motivation, intention, and the ability to focus the ear on certain sounds selected for interpretation. It requires accurately perceiving, processing, and responding to sounds in the environment.
A Therapeutic Listening program uses CDs that have been modulated or filtered to facilitate listening and sensory processing by impacting the auditory and vestibular systems. Individuals using a Therapeutic Listening program in conjunction with sensory integrative occupational therapy techniques see improvements in many of the following areas: self-regulation, attention, balance and movement perception, motor planning and sequencing, as well as improved social skills, communication and language abilities.
A Therapeutic Listening program uses CDs that are individually chosen for each child by a trained therapist, determined by the child’s functioning level and the desired outcomes. It can be easily used at home, school, or in the clinic. Daily use is typically recommended for maximum effectiveness. A typical program may be in place for anywhere between two to six months, and then potentially ongoing as part of a sensory diet.
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