An abundance of research shows that vagus nerve stimulation is effective for reducing a wide range of physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms. The SSP is the only way to provide non-invasive, direct stimulation of the vagus nerve. The specially-filtered music can be listened to in the privacy and comfort of your own home, requiring only an app and headphones. Dr. Whitehouse offers SSP access in both individual and group formats.

The SSP was developed by Dr. Stephen Porges based on over 40 years of research on the vagus nerve, leading to the creation of Polyvagal Theory. Many peer-reviewed research studies indicate positive effects of vagus nerve stimulation on social, emotional, behavioral, and physiological issues. A variety of studies have demonstrated similar effects specifically with use of the SSP.

The SSP has been shown to yield improvements in:
• Social and emotional difficulties
• Auditory sensitivities
• Anxiety/depression
• Attention/impulsivity
• Chronic pain
• Social engagement/nonverbal communication
• Stress and mood
• Communication and social engagement
• Tension and related fatigue
• Heart rate and blood pressure regulation
• Sensory difficulties
• Digestion
• Memory/concentration
• Insomnia
• Diversity of food choices
• Breathing regulation

The SSP is a safe and gentle way to address a variety of diagnoses and conditions, some of which include:
• Neurodiversity (ADHD, Autism)
• Anxiety/Depression
• Attachment wounds and relational trauma
• Motion sickness
• Chronic pain or ongoing health issues
• Restricted eating/digestive discomfort
• Trauma history/symptoms/PTSD
• Dysautonomia/POTS
• Misophonia (strong reaction to sounds)
• Chronic fatigue
• Adrenal fatigue/dysfunction
• Mast cell activation