Rest and Restore
The Rest and Restore Protocol™ is listening therapy designed to help your body feel calm and safe. It is grounded in neuroscience, engaging the body’s natural rhythms that contribute to balance and self-regulation. Think of it as a "reset button" for your nervous system. Designed to work with other therapeutic approaches and modalities, the RRP is delivered though the Unyte-iLs mobile app under the guidance of a trained clinician.
Sometimes, when we are stressed or tired, our bodies forget how to truly relax. This program uses 5 hours of scientifically designed music to guide your nervous system back toward baseline, away from feeling stressed and fatigued and toward feeling more balanced and peaceful. It was created by experts Dr. Stephen Porges and Anthony Gorry to help people find their "inner quiet."
What does it help?
Some of the benefits people report after using the Rest and Restore Protocol™ include:
Better Sleep: You may find it easier to fall asleep and staying asleep, leading to better chances of waking up feeling rested.
A Calmer Mind: Feelings of overwhelm, anxiety, and being on edge can decrease, making it easier to handle daily stressors.
Happy Tummy: It may help your body relax so your digestion works more smoothly.
More Energy: By teaching your body to rest deeply, you may find you have more energy during your day.
Focus and Clarity: When your nervous system feels calmer, you can think clearly and be more creative.
Feeling Safer: It can give your nervous system a sense of comfort, making it easier to be around others and try new things.
How does it work?
The Rest and Restore Protocol™ uses sound acoustics through music to sync with the natural biological rhythms of the body. Decades of research studying the physiological rhythms including heart rate, respiration, blood pressure, and more have informed the creation of this specialized music.
After completing an assessment with your provider, the two of you will develop a listening plan that best meets your needs. You will need to download the app and have access to headphones to complete Rest and Restore. Frequent check-ins about your experience will help guide your plan. Beyond listening, you do not have to “do” anything during your listening sessions.
The Rest and Restore protocol is not meant to be a stand alone treatment. Instead, it is meant to help calm the nervous system so that we are then better able to do what we need to function better in our everyday lives. Interested in learning more about the program and how it might benefit you or a loved one? Click on the above Connect button to send a message.
Andrea is trained and certified in remote and in-person delivery of the Rest & Restore Protocol.