Regulation Station

When we listen through the lens of the nervous system, behavior starts to make sense.

The Nervous System

When the nervous system is regulated, we feel safe, flexible and connected. This state allows for health, learning and growth.

The nervous system is influenced by a variety of factors, including genetics, toxins, infections, inflammation, and past physical or emotional traumas. When the system is overwhelmed, the muscles of the middle ear and the vagus nerve can lose tone.

This loss of tone affects how someone processes sound, responds to stress, and connects with others. Over time, these changes can make it harder to maintain attention, regulate emotions, communicate effectively and adapt to everyday challenges.

Dysregulation

When the nervous system is stuck in protection mode, connection and learning become harder.

When the nervous system remains in a chronic defensive state, everyday experiences can feel overwhelming. Sounds may seem too loud, routines too confusing, and relationships too demanding.

Over time, the persistent stress can interfere with how the brain processes information and communicates with the body. Children may struggle with attention, learning, emotional regulation, behavior, and communication - not because of willpower, but because their nervous system is prioritizing safety over engagement.

Pathways to Regulation

Multi-sensory therapies support the nervous system's natural balance and flexibility.

Our primary therapies include the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) and Integrated Listening System (iLs), which use auditory and sensory-based approaches to help children shift out of defensive states, strengthen neural pathways, and support emotional balance, communication, attention, and learning. We also include primitive reflex integration to further support the body's natural regulatory capacity.

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Who I Am

I began practicing as a Speech Pathologist in 1991, focusing on the communication needs of children. Becoming a parent shifted the trajectory of my career: both my daughter and son experienced challenges with dysregulation, including sensory, emotional/behavioral, and executive function differences.

My journey to support them, combined with an ongoing curiosity about the underlying causes of these challenges, led me to Dr. Porges' Polyvagal Theory. Using this framework as a foundation, I've had the privilege of helping my children - and hundreds of families- support their sensitive and struggling kids in ways that foster regulation, connection, and resilience.

The Regulation Station Approach

I am a certified Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) Provider with updated Remote Delivery Training, a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist, trained in Integrated Listening System (iLs) therapy, a Rest and Restore Protocol (RRP) Professional, and a certified Primitive Reflex Integration Specialist. As a Speech-Language Pathologist, I integrate clinical expertise with sensory, neurobiological, and holistic approaches to support each child’s regulation, learning, and communication needs.

My approach is guided by Polyvagal Theory, Total Load Theory, the foundations of health, and neurobiology-informed parenting strategies. This framework helps us identify and address biological, environmental, and emotional sources of stress in ways that are practical and achievable for families.

I believe that all bodies are inherently designed to heal and regulate themselves, but modern stressors can overwhelm this capacity. I partner with families to reduce stress, activate social engagement systems, and restore the body’s innate potential for regulation, resilience, and well-being. Ongoing learning including Nutrition for Mental Health and Treating Complex Trauma with Internal Family Systems, continually informs and enhances my work with children and families.

SSP 30 Day Journey- $475

The Foundations of Safety Packages

The Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) Core Pathway is a transformative, multi-sensory journey that helps children experience felt safety and build connection. By gently stimulating the middle ear muscles and cranial nerves involved in social engagement, the SSP resets the nervous system, promoting a more regulated and resilient state.

The SSP is foundational rather than standalone—it prepares the nervous system to respond more effectively to other therapies and everyday challenges. Multiple SSP journeys over time gradually increase the nervous system’s capacity for resilience, helping children adapt more easily to life’s demands.

SSP 90 Day Journey - $675

Package Includes: *Initial Assessment – understand your child’s current regulation and needs *SSP Connect and Core Pathways – foundational auditory therapy to support nervous system regulation *Daily Email Support (30 days) – guidance and tips for using SSP at home *Free SSP for Primary Caregiver – experience the journey alongside your child *Proprietary Educational Materials – resources to support learning and implementation *Parent Support Telephone Call – personalized guidance and strategy discussion *Neurobiology-Informed Parenting Resources – strategies for fostering parent- child connection *Foundations of Health Resources – support physical well-being *Optional Extended SSP Core – continue the Core Pathway for $35/week if more time is needed *Discounts for Family Members *Repeat SSP at Reduced Rates

Package Includes: *Initial Assessment – understand your child’s current regulation and needs *SSP Connect and Core Pathways – foundational auditory therapy to support nervous system regulation *Daily Email Support (90 days) – guidance and tips for using SSP at home *Free SSP for Primary Caregiver – experience the journey alongside your child *Proprietary Educational Materials – resources to support learning and implementation *Parent Support Telephone Call – personalized guidance and strategy discussion *Neurobiology-Informed Parenting Resources – strategies for fostering parent- child connection *Foundations of Health Resources – support physical well-being *Optional Extended SSP Core – continue the Core Pathway for $25/week if more time is needed *Vagal Toning Package – included as time allows after completing the SSP Core Pathway within the 90-day program *Discounts for Family Members *Repeat SSP at Reduced Rates

Vagal Toning Package

The Vagal Toning Package features the SSP Balance Pathway, an optional follow-up to any Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) package. Using gentle auditory stimulation, the program supports vagus nerve toning to help the body regain balance and return to a regulated state. It can be used for quick support during moments of stress or as an ongoing tool for strengthening emotional resilience and nervous system regulation, helping children feel more flexible, connected, and able to respond calmly to daily challenges.

Vagal Toning Package -$100/ month

- SSP Balance Pathway-

Package Includes: *As-Needed Text Support – guidance whenever it’s needed during the program *Free for Primary Caregiver – participate alongside your child *Available Within 3 Months of Completing an SSP Package – designed to follow the Core Pathway and build on previous progress

Neurological Organization Package

The Neurological Organization Package uses the Integrated Listening System (iLs) Focus to enhance brain and body function through music and movement. Specially processed music delivered via air and bone conduction headphones provides targeted sensory input, while customized movement activities support body coordination and neural organization. Grounded in the principles of neuroplasticity, iLs helps the brain form new neural connections, improving attention, learning, communication, and overall brain function. It can be used independently or as a follow-up to SSP to deepen and sustain progress, promoting lasting regulation and neurological health.

Neurological Organization Package- $200/ month

-Integrated Listening Systems-

(4- 6 months per program)

Package Includes: *ILS Hardware & Integration Kit – $300 (required for therapy) *Assessment Fee – $200 (FREE for SSP Journey clients) *5 ILS Focus Programs – multiple sensory-based programs to support brain-body integration *3–5 Hours of Therapy Weekly – tailored to your child’s needs *Repeatable Programs – continue exercises as desired to strengthen neural pathways *Weekly Email Guidance – ongoing support and strategy tips *Multi-Sensory, Brain-Based Exercises – integrated music and movement activities *Flexible Subscription – cancel at any time *Discounts for Family Members

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know which SSP Package is right for my family?

Families select the SSP 30 Day Journey Package when they have a moderate level of need.

The child has mild or moderate challenges.
The caregiver is mostly regulated and has adequate support.
The caregiver has time to support their child with listening consistently over the 30 day period. .

Families select the SSP 90 Day Journey Package when they have a more significant level of need.

The child has moderate to severe challenges; is particularly sensitive; or avoidant.
There are mulitple children with challenges that will participate in the listening therapy.
The caregiver wants additional support or struggles with managing family stress.
The caregiver anticipates that a slower pace of listening would benefit their child or family schedule.

How would Neurobiology Informed Parenting and the Foundations of Health resources help my family?

Humans naturally enter defensive states when their nervous system perceives a threat. This happens frequently, as threats can arise from a variety of sources: internal signals such as issues with airway or oxygen delivery, digestive problems, immune responses, emotional or cognitive patterns, and bodily sensations; external factors like sensory overwhelm, environmental demands, or toxic exposures; and even relational dynamics, such as interactions with caregivers, teachers, partners, or friends. When these threats persist over time or become overwhelmingly acute, defensive patterns can become entrenched, causing people to become “stuck” in a state of chronic stress or dysregulation.

The Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) is a powerful tool designed to support the nervous system in feeling safe internally and influences the experience of safety in relationships and in the world. Neurobiology-Informed Parenting and Foundations of Health resources provide a deeper understanding of the stressors that contribute to chronic threat responses. These resources help us identify and address the physical, environmental, and relational factors that keep the nervous system trapped in defensive modes.

When used together, the SSP and these complementary resources provide a comprehensive approach to reprogramming the body’s stress response, offering a robust set of safety cues that help individuals break free from harmful feedback loops and begin to thrive.

How long does the Safe and Sound Protocol take to complete?

The Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) doesn’t have a fixed duration. Although it was originally designed as a 5-day program, experienced providers have found that a slower, individualized approach is more effective. At Regulation Station, we start with very short sessions and gradually increase the length as tolerated. Children with mild to moderate challenges complete the program in about 30 days. Teenagers and children with particular sensitivities, extreme challenging behaviors or flaring symptoms of PANS/PANDAS are more likely to need additional time.

Determining the listening plan can seem challenging at first, but we closely monitor the nervous system through daily text support and adjust the pace as needed based on individual responses. It’s also important to consider the right timing—if caregivers are feeling acute overwhelm or anticipating a stressful event, it may not be the best time to begin. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions about choosing a time that would work best for your family.

What happens after my child completes the Safe and Sound Protocol?

After completing the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), you may notice several positive changes in your child’s symptoms and behavior as their nervous system becomes more balanced and regulated. Here are some potential outcomes:

During and After the SSP (Up to 8 Weeks After Completion):

Social and Emotional Changes:
Your child may show increased affection, a greater desire for social interaction, and more facial expression. They might also be better able to share their emotions verbally. This usually indicates better emotional regulation.
Reduction in Behavioral Challenges:
Many children experience a reduction in challenging behaviors, such as difficulty tolerating change, conflicts, emotional control issues, and symptoms of anxiety, anger, or depression. This can lead to an overall improvement in mood and behavior.
Sensory System Improvements:
Sensitivities to light, sound, touch, or smell may reduce. Children may also become less hyperactive or engage in fewer sensory-seeking behaviors.
Digestive and Immune System Changes:
Some children may experience improvements in digestion and immune function, such as better gut motility and more typical expression of illness.
Improvements in Motor Skills:
You may see better fine and gross motor skills as their nervous system becomes more regulated.

What to Expect in Case of Ongoing Challenges:

It’s important to note that some difficult moments or behaviors may persist, and this is normal. When a child’s nervous system experiences a threat signal, they may temporarily enter a defensive state. With enough experiences of safety and co-regulation, over-active defensive patterns reduce over time.

Follow-Up Therapies:

At Regulation Station, we emphasize that continued support can help reinforce and build on the benefits of the SSP:

Vagal Toning Package:
For children with mild regulation challenges or those already receiving other therapeutic interventions, the Vagal Toning Package provides additional support. This package focuses on strengthening the parasympathetic nervous system (vagal tone), continuing to foster a sense of safety.
Neurological Organization Package:
For children with more significant needs, such as those with Autism, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, Auditory Processing Disorder, or learning challenges, the Neurological Organization Package is a great follow-up. It focuses on optimizing brain and nervous system organization through neuroplasticity, building on the SSP’s effects.

While the SSP can lead to positive changes, follow up auditory therapies can help reinforce those changes and ensure continued improvement. The process is unique for every child, with results ranging from subtle shifts to dramatic changes, and ongoing support ensures that progress continues to develop.

Contact Me

Brette Parise MS, CCC-SLP, ASDCS
Certified SSP Provider since 2018

NCSAA ESA+ funds accepted

regulationstationinfo@gmail.com

This information includes proprietary content about the Safe and Sound Protocol, used with permission from Unyte Health Inc. — leading provider of evidence-based listening therapies for nervous system regulation.

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