The Soft Landing Group: Somatic Skills & Safe and Sound Protocol

What is the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP)?

The Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) is a powerful listening-based intervention developed by Dr. Stephen Porges, grounded in Polyvagal Theory. SSP uses specially filtered music to gently retrain the nervous system, supporting feelings of safety, connection, and regulation. It’s a non-invasive, evidence-based tool designed to reduce sound sensitivities, improve social engagement, and build resilience in the face of stress, trauma, or chronic health challenges.

This group may be supportive if you:

• Often feel anxious, shut down, or stuck in cycles of hypervigilance or freeze

• Live with chronic illness, pain, or fatigue that doesn’t seem to respond to logic or willpower

• Have a history of trauma (developmental, medical, relational, or other)

• Struggle to feel safe in your body or with other people

• Experience sensory sensitivity or emotional overwhelm

• Find traditional talk therapy helpful but not quite enough

• Are looking for a body-first, slow, and supported approach to healing

No prior experience with somatics, therapy, or SSP is required — just a willingness to explore at your own pace, with care and curiosity.

This group may not be the right fit if:

• You are in acute crisis or experiencing active suicidal ideation (please seek 1:1 professional support first)

• You are currently unmedicated and navigating unmanaged psychosis or mania

• You have no current support system in place (such as a therapist, coach, or trusted person to check in with)

• You’re seeking fast results or a “quick fix”

• You’re unable to access a quiet, private space for listening to the music without interruption

• You prefer working 1:1 — if so, individual SSP may be a better fit for you

If you’re unsure, I offer free consults to help assess readiness and fit.