Why do you use the Safe and Sound Protocol and the Rest and Restore Protocol?

Because I’ve watched so many people start doing things they haven’t been able to do for a long time. Many surprise themselves. I still use both myself when I feel I need them. If you’re curious, book a free call and I’ll explain more.

Which protocol is right for me — SSP or RRP?

We decide that together when we meet. Sometimes the SSP is the best place to start, sometimes the RRP. Many clients use both. Where we begin depends on you and what’s happening in your life right now.

How long does it take, and how often do I listen?

Each protocol has five hours of music, but it isn’t a five-hour treatment. How often you listen, and for how long, varies from person to person. There’s no benefit in rushing. We go at the pace your body allows. Change takes time, and a steady, safe pace gives your nervous system the chance to settle into new patterns.

What do I need?

The Unyte app on your phone or tablet. I’ll send you an invitation.

• A comfortable space where you won’t be interrupted.

• For the SSP: over-the-ear headphones, with noise cancelling turned off.

• For the RRP: earbuds or headphones are both fine.

If you find headphones uncomfortable, you can sometimes use a speaker instead. We’ll talk about what suits you.

What if I’m very sensitive or have ME/CFS or POTS?

Then we go very slowly. Sometimes that means listening for just 30 seconds at a time, at a very low volume, with longer breaks between sessions. Going slowly isn’t failing. For sensitive systems, it’s often what makes the process work.

Can I do it alongside therapy or medical treatment?

Yes. It’s always wise to let your doctor or therapist know you’re doing it, and we’ll pace the listening around your other care.

Could it make me feel worse?

Sometimes, if listening goes faster than your nervous system can manage, symptoms can flare for a while. That’s why we go slowly, and why I ask you to tell me how you’re feeling as we go. If something feels like too much, we pause or slow down. It’s your nervous system telling us what it needs.

What happens in our sessions?

We meet on Zoom, so you can be somewhere you feel comfortable. At first we meet weekly, because there are a few things to understand and some practical tools that help from the start. After that, we decide together how often to meet.

Each session is shaped around what you need that day. Usually it’s a mix of:

• Understanding what’s happening in your body: why you react the way you do, and why it makes sense

• Practical tools you can use every day, such as simple breathing practices and ways to settle your nervous system

• Listening: we often start the Safe and Sound or Rest and Restore Protocol together in a session, then you continue in your own time, and we talk about what you’re noticing

• Coaching: looking at what you want your life to look like, and taking small steps towards it at a pace your body can manage

Some sessions focus more on your health and nervous system, others more on coaching. It depends on where you are.

How often would we meet? 

We'll meet weekly online initially - there are explanations and practical tools you need to help you. After that, we'll decide on a time frame that is right for you.  It really depends on what you may need and want.

How much does it cost?

Coaching is an investment in yourself now and for the future. You will have a clearer understanding of what helps you, and tools you can use forever. Most people find things start to shift once they understand what’s happening in their body. The first step is to book a call to find out more.

Do you guarantee results?

This is an interesting question because I am not the one seeking change. What I can guarantee is that I will turn up and give 100% in the time we have together. I will share all that I know and keep you accountable. If you show up 100% and commit to making a change, you will notice a difference. What result would you like?

Hasn’t polyvagal theory been dismissed? 

Not at all!   It’s a framework that helps us notice how our body-brain connection shapes safety, social engagement, and resilience. Since Dr. Stephen Porges introduced it, researchers have both supported and critiqued its core ideas. Some experts question specific anatomical claims—like the uniqueness of certain myelinated vagal pathways in mammals—and caution against equating respiratory sinus arrhythmia (RSA) with overall vagal function. Yet, many studies still suggest meaningful connections between vagal tone and emotional regulation. All scientists expect to be questioned and reviewed.

No one scientist has the answers. At the end of the day, your lived experience matters more than any device or debate.

Free practices - such as very simple breath awareness, grounding, mindful movement, and social engagement - can support your nervous system, regardless of whether every theoretical detail holds up. FDA-approved tools like VNS stimulators have their place as well. I can make some recommendations.

Think of polyvagal theory as a road map rather than a prescription. How you use that roadmap is entirely up to you—trust your curiosity, experiment with what feels right, and let your own experience guide you toward safety, connection, and growth.