Stuck Not Broken

254. From Sound to Safety: Understanding the Safe & Sound Protocol with Dr. Porges and Karen Onderko


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Justin Sunseri delves into the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) with Dr. Stephen Porges, the originator of the Polyvagal Theory, and Karen Onderko, co-author of the new book "Safe and Sound." Discover how SSP, a unique therapy using specifically filtered music, can help alleviate anxiety, depression, and sensory sensitivities by enhancing the nervous system's ability to experience safety. The discussion covers the science behind SSP, its clinical evidence, and its benefits for various conditions from autism to trauma. An insightful conversation that explores the potential of SSP as a neural exercise to aid in healing and resilience.

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00:00 Intro to Stuck Not Broken

01:52 What is the Safe and Sound Protocol?

04:29 What is the evidence for SSP?

08:31 What is the music of SSP?

17:10 SSP and neuroplasticity

19:22 Neural exercises, building safety, and SSP

26:50 Trauma narratives and SSP

28:50 Safety can lead to defense

31:35 Who is SSP for?

33:07 Autism and SSP

39:39 SSP and co-regulation

41:38 Skepticism of SSP

47:07 Why not Safe and Sight or Safe and Smell?

52:18 Is SSP a cure-all?

57:44 Final thoughts and kindness

59:12 SSP on the community level

01:01:41 Department of Defense research grant

01:04:05 Outro to Stuck Not Broken

Resources:

🔸 Wondering what to do next? https://bit.ly/4ozbppZ

🔸 Stuck Not Broken book series - https://www.justinlmft.com/books

🔸 Polyvagal 101 audio series - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0

Crisis resources:

  • National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255
  • National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233
  • LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386
  • National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673
  • Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741
  • Call 911 for emergency

This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy.  Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship.  Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health symptoms.  Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist registered in the State of California (#99147).

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