Unleashing Student Potential at School: Therapeutic Music for Academic and Emotional Growth Discover how The Listening Program, a game-changing tool used by Occupational Therapist Pinky Parekh for 15 years, has become a school-wide phenomenon by driving academic success and… Tags academic intervention, Autism, Education, Evidence-Based, learning disability, learning loss, occupational therapy, school, school programs, social-emotional learning, Special Education, The Listening Program, therapeutic intervention Read more
How to Track Progress While Enjoying The Listening Program While formal studies can attest to the vast benefits of The Listening Program, the most important benefits are the ones you notice and enjoy daily. ABT has… Tags The Listening Program, TLP Brain Scale, TLP Online, TLP progress Read more
Autism Spectrum Disorder - The Listening Program Success Story “Maddie” a 12-year-old in Junior High with an autism diagnosis, began The Listening Program (TLP) with the help of her Academic Coach, Karen Brinkley. After years of… Tags Autism Spectrum Disorder, The Listening Program Read more
The Fundamentals of Auditory and Vision Development Music helps in many ways, but did you know that music can be used to help improve visual skills? Current research and practice among vision therapists show… Tags auditory processing, The Listening Program, Vision, Vision Therapy Read more
Living with and Healing from Meniere’s Disease: Trudy’s Story Meniere’s disease is described as a balance disorder and is something Trudy, a 50-year-old woman struggled with as it slowly took more of her independence and joys… Tags Light Sensitivity, Meniere’s Disease, sound sensitivity, The Listening Program, Vertigo Read more
Tune Into Non-Verbal Learning Disabilities with Linda Karanzalis, MS, BCCS What is Non-Verbal Learning Disability (NVLD)? Contrary to what its name implies, most with NVLD are exceptionally well-spoken and are good problem solvers, often thinking outside the… Tags Nonverbal learning disability, NVLD, The Listening Program Read more
Understanding the 6 Sensory Milestones to Help Picky Eaters of All Ages Picky eating can be a difficult situation for parents and professionals to navigate. The strong resistance to food, or even the thought of food, is more than… Tags Picky Eating, The Listening Program Read more
The Listening Program®: A "Safe Signal" for the Cell Danger Response Until now, medical intervention for chronic pain and illness has predominantly centered around prescription medication to help people cope with their symptoms. New research is shifting that… Tags Cell danger response, chronic illness, Polyvagal theory, The Listening Program Read more
Healing Music for Post Traumatic Stress Disorders For people experiencing symptoms of PTSD, it’s essential to support their coping skills while stimulating new neural connections to help them heal from trauma. The Listening Program… Tags PTSD, tbi, The Listening Program, veterans Read more
Benefits of Music Therapy for Elderly Suffering From Memory Loss or Alzheimers: Natural ways to Protect the Brain Memory loss and overall brain function are often associated with aging as though they are inevitable. People across the world see that it’s possible to age gracefully,… Tags aging, Alzheimers, David Perlmutter, dementia, max lugavere, memory loss, The Listening Program Read more
Rewiring the Brain for Happiness Music has a positive influence on mental health and can be essential to support overall health and well-being. The right music can increase feelings of happiness, improve… Tags anxiety, depression, Music for Emotional Regulation, The Listening Program Read more
TLP, it’s Music to Your Ears: Support for Tinnitus, Hearing Loss, and Auditory Processing Disorders The ability to listen, interpret, and understand verbal information is a complex process. When any part of the auditory system doesn't function properly, it can result in… Tags auditory processing, Hearing Loss, music for hearing loss, The Listening Program, tinnitus Read more
Classical Music for Babies and Kids TLP is a great way to support brain development in children as young as two years old, allowing them a gentle and safe way to improve communication,… Tags Mozart Effect, Music Therapy for Kids, The Listening Program, Therapeutic Music for Babies Read more
The Gentle & Calming Influence of Music on Autism Spectrum Disorders Music does profound things to your brain, in a good way! This is especially true for individuals with autism and those supporting people with autism. The Listening… Tags Advanced Brain, Advanced Brain Technologies, APD Treatment, ASD, Autism, Autism Acceptance, Autism Awareness, Autism Parents, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Autistic, Disability Awareness, Listening Program, listening therapy, mental health, music, music therapy, occupational therapy, Special Education, Special Needs Family, Spectrum, speech therapy, The Listening Program, tlp Read more
Meditation Music for Healing During Times of Crisis In times of crisis, stress, fear, and anxiety can feel overwhelming. Music has the power to relieve that overwhelm, and The Listening Program takes those benefits to… Tags Advanced Brain, anxiety, Brain, Brain Wellness, Bullying, Crisis, Emotional Regulation, Healing, Healing Music, Intervention, Listening Program, listening therapy, mental health, music, music listening therapy, Recovery, stress, tbi, The Listening Program, Therapeutic Music, Therapy, Trauma, Vagus Nerve Read more
How Music Listening Therapy Helps People with Down Syndrome Various studies have shown the positive effects of therapeutic music, specifically for people with Down Syndrome. The Listening Program® consistently produces measurable changes in auditory processing, social… Tags Advanced Brain, Advanced Brain Technologies, auditory processing, Behavior, brain training, Cognitive Delays, communication, Developmental Delays, down syndrome, Down Syndrome Awareness, Executive Function, Independence, learning, motor development, music, music listening therapy, Self Regulation, Social Skills, Speech Development, The Listening Program, Therapeutic Music Read more
Music for All Ages and Abilities: Discover TLP’s Four Core Programs Millions of people across the globe, some with diagnoses, others without, ranging in age from 2 years old to 100, enjoy the benefits of The Listening Program… Tags ADHD, attention, Autism, brain health, communication, Emotional Regulation, Executive Function, Focus, learning, learning disability, listening therapy, music listening therapy, music therapy, Sensory Processing, sound sensitivity, Speech Skills, tbi, The Listening Program, Therapeutic Music, Thinking, tlp Read more
The Listening Program® for Traumatic Brain Injuries March is Brain Injury Awareness Month. Brain injury is the leading cause of death and disability in the United States. The Listening Program has provided a missing… Tags Advanced Brain Technologies, Brain Injury, Brain Injury Awareness, Brain Injury Recovery, Brain Injury Rehab, Brain Injury Support, Concussion, Concussion Management, Concussion Recovery, Executive Function, language, Light Sensitivity, listening therapy, memory, sound sensitivity, speech therapy, Stroke, tbi, The Listening Program, Therapeutic Music, Thinking, Traumatic Brain Injury Read more
The Listening Program®, a Brain-Centered Approach for Developmental Disabilities “Your Brain is Better On Music.” The simple but profound truth spoken by Alex Doman at TEDx is the foundation of hope for people worldwide, wanting a… Tags Advanced Brain Technologies, alex doman, Brain, Developmental Delays, Developmental Disabilities, Disability, Inclusion, listening therapy, music, music listening therapy, music therapy, The Listening Program, Therapeutic Music Read more
Happy Classical Music to Boost Mood, Motivation, and Independence Our fast-paced society that emphasizes productivity poses an unfortunate dilemma for quite a few people. When various diagnoses or circumstances dampen a person’s motivation, mood, and independence… Tags ADD, ADHD, brain health, Independence, Mood, Motivation, Productivity, The Listening Program, Therapeutic Music Read more
Auditory Processing Disorder in Adults; A Natural Solution The ability to hear and understand what is heard are two separate things that can profoundly affect a person's life. When someone’s auditory processing skills are impaired,… Tags APD, APD Treatment, auditory processing, Brain, hearing, listening therapy, music therapy, Speech-Language Therapy, The Listening Program, Therapeutic Music, Therapeutic Music for the Brain, TLP Level One Read more
Promote Speech Improvement Through The Power of Music: Support for Kids Speech and language are two words most people use interchangeably and are common occurrences for people of all ages. When it comes to finding the proper support… Tags auditory processing, Language Delay, Selective Mutism, Speech and Language Delay, Speech Delays, speech therapy, Stuttering, The Listening Program, Therapeutic Music, Verbal Apraxia Read more
How Music Promotes Emotional Regulation for All Ages When stress, fear, and anxiety are present, navigating our emotions mindfully is an essential skill to possess. The Listening Program is a proven music listening therapy to… Tags anxiety, brain training, depression, Emotional Regulation, listening therapy, Mood Altering Music, Music for Regulation, music therapy, The Listening Program Read more
The Listening Program as Core Modality in Addressing Processing Disorders For the past 22 years, I have used The Listening Program® (TLP) personally and with my clients at the Center for Therapeutic Strategies. TLP is essential to… Tags APD, auditory processing disorder, communication, Developmental Delays, down syndrome, Executive Function, Learning Differences, non-verbal, Processing Disorders, Social Engagement, Speech Delays, The Listening Program Read more
A Developmental Approach to Reducing Impulsivity with Music Impulsivity can happen for various reasons, which can cause frustration and stress for those it affects. Fortunately, there’s hope for those looking for an evidence-based, drug-free intervention… Tags ADD, ADHD, attention, auditory processing, Brain, Focus, Impulsivity, learning, listening, memory, Sensory Processing, The Listening Program, Therapeutic Music Read more
Beyond Music, the Science Behind The Listening Program® When it comes to using music to optimize brain and physical health, not all music is created equal. Millions of people of all ages and abilities use… Tags Classical Music, Danzi, Haydn, listening therapy, Mozart, music listening therapy, Neuroplasticity, Rhythmic Music, The Listening Program, Vivaldi Read more
Nearly Nonverbal To Thriving Adult: Calming Music for Autism “99% of the people I meet have no clue I even have an autism diagnosis. The Listening Program has really helped me integrate into society where otherwise… Tags ADHD, ASD, Autism, communication, music therapy, non-verbal, nonverbal, PDD-NOS, sensory processing disorder, SPD, speech, speech therapy, The Listening Program Read more
More Than Music: The Work and Legacy of Richard O Lawrence How music and brain health came together in Sound Health, Music for Babies, and The Listening Program®. Tags brain health, listening therapy, music, Music for Babies, Richard O. Lawrence, Sound Health, The Listening Program Read more
The Hidden Causes of Inattention in the Classroom By Wendy Bertagnole, MA, Special Education When a child or an adult struggles to pay attention, it’s easy to place a label on them or assume if they just tried harder, they would… Tags ADD, ADHD, attention, auditory processing, Focus, Inattention, learning, listening, memory, Sensory Processing, The Listening Program, Therapeutic Music Read more
Sound Sensitivities and What To Do About Them By Wendy Bertagnole, MA, Special Education For those with auditory sensitivities, it is possible to desensitize adverse reactions and reprogram the emotional memory system so that people can develop a healthy and positive… Tags Exposure Therapy, hyperacousis, Hypersensitivity, listening therapy, Noise Canceling Headphones, sound sensitivity, The Listening Program Read more
Sensory Processing and Music By Wendy Bertagnole, MA, Special Education Our brains are wired to keep us safe. When a sensory need is unmet (too much or too little sensory input), the brain sends an “unsafe” signal,… Tags listening therapy, sensory, Sensory Processing, sensory processing disorder, Sensory Seeker, The Listening Program Read more
Auditory Processing – Beat Competency and Reading Readiness The ability to keep to a beat is linked closely to language development, phonological awareness, reading and writing skills. Tags attention, learning, listening, reading, The Listening Program, The Movement Program Read more
TLP Brought Back My Brain After A TBI Brain injuries heal slowly, and they can be emotionally and socially painful. 15-min of TLP each day brought clarity to my mind and relaxation to my body.… Tags Concussion, The Listening Program, Traumatic Brain Injury Read more
The Listening Program® for Autism and Special Education The Listening Program helps those with poor focus, sensory overload, anti-social behaviors, motor weaknesses, and communication. It was exciting to see them make friends, participate in school… Tags Autism, Special Education, The Listening Program, TLP Provider, TLP Success Read more
The Listening Program®: An Occupational Therapist’s Perspective I am continuously impressed by ABT's commitment to providing unwavering support to providers and clients, easy-to-use equipment, but most importantly, the significant gains and progress that our… Tags Advanced Brain Technologies, Autism, occupational therapy, The Listening Program Read more
The Listening Program®: A Trusted Approach for Autism Treatment The Listening Program uses a developmental model to promote lasting change and it’s backed by peer-reviewed research demonstrating exciting outcomes for children and adults with autism. Typical… Tags Advanced Brain Technologies, Autism, Autism Hope Alliance, Autism Music Therapy, communication, Emotional Regulation, listening therapy, Sensory Processing, The Listening Program Read more
Hearing Health for Brain Health and Longevity Researchers at Johns Hopkins have done multiple studies that show a relationship between hearing loss and cognitive decline. Tags auditory processing, Brain, Hearing Loss, The Listening Program Read more
Advanced Brain Technologies Announces New Clinical Director Advanced Brain Technologies, a worldwide neurotechnology company and creator of The Listening Program®, has named Allen T. Lewis, MD as Clinical Director. Tags Advanced Brain Technologies, Clinical Director, The Listening Program Read more
Why Headphones Are So Important for The Listening Program® When you listen to The Listening Program® through headphones, the acoustic elements of sound are captured and enhanced with a more direct pathway from the ear to… Tags Advanced Brain Technologies, headphones, The Listening Program Read more
Training Young Children to Use Headphones for The Listening Program® Approximately 40% of our listeners are children with sensory sensitivities, so it’s no surprise that their parents and caregivers wonder if they will do The Listening Program®… Tags The Listening Program Read more
A Bullied Girl Finds Healing With The Listening Program® This success story is about Amiralin, who was bullied at school when she was in first grade. After TLP she is laughing, trying things out of her… Tags mental health, PTSD, The Listening Program Read more
How The Listening Program® Helps Reduce Auditory Hypersensitivity Auditory hypersensitivities make some sounds painful and unpredictable, but it is possible to develop a healthy relationship with sound. Tags music listening therapy, sound sensitivity, The Listening Program Read more
Study Proves Auditory Processing Changes After The Listening Program Advanced Brain Technologies, creators of The Listening Program®, a provider of evidence-based music programs and products for improving brain function, today announced the publication of a new… Tags auditory processing, auditory processing disorder, Brain, jay lucker, learning disability, listening, music listening therapy, neuroscience, research, The Listening Program, tlp Read more
Masks Protect Health Yet Obstruct Clear Communication Introduction COVID-19 complicates life for us all, as we need to find new ways to safely navigate aspects of everyday life. It can be particularly difficult to… Tags ADHD, alex doman, auditory processing, Autism, Brain, dyslexia, TAVS, The Listening Program, tlp Read more
Beach Happy Facebook Live interview with Alex Doman What does it take to be happy most of the time? Are some people predisposed to happiness or is it something available to any of us? These… Tags alex doman, auditory, brain health, Healing at the Speed of Sound, music, podcast, research, stress, The Listening Program Read more
Jazz Up Your Brain Rhythm With Music: In Your Head with Leigh Richardson Radio Program with Guest Alex Doman We have a treat for you this month! Alex Doman, founder of Advanced Brain Technologies (ABT) and Vital Neuro, was recently a guest of Leigh Richardson on… Tags alex doman, Brain, The Listening Program Read more
Integrating Neural Systems for Improved Speech and Hearing with The Listening Program®️ by Kavita Kaul, M.S., AuD, CCC-SLP/A Certified Provider of The Listening Program® May is Better Hearing and Speech Month. Communication is one of the most important developmental… Tags auditory processing, listening therapy, The Listening Program Read more
The Role of The Listening Program® in the Development of Speech & Language in Children By Allison Tanner, MS, CCC-SLP The first years of a child’s life involve the achievement of a variety of social and emotional, behavioral, physical, cognitive, and speech… Tags children, listening therapy, research, The Listening Program Read more
TLP Provider Celebrates Grand Opening One of our favorite things to do here at Advanced Brain Technologies (ABT) is to share the success stories of not only our TLP listeners, but also… Tags Autism, music listening therapy, The Listening Program Read more
Age and Diagnosis Do Not Limit Your Ability to Thrive Provider: Allen T. Lewis, MD Client: 32 year old male Clinical Diagnosis: Autism & Auditory Processing Disorder Submitted By: A Mom With a Story of Hope My… Tags auditory processing, Autism, The Listening Program Read more
Stressed? Anxious? Feeling overwhelmed? We are Here to Help you Reset for FREE Now more than ever, people are mentally and emotionally strained due to the current pandemic beneath their feet. The new “norm” has so many feeling on edge… Tags alex doman, anxiety, music therapy, Press Release, stress, The Listening Program Read more
Engaging Public Awareness, Education and Empowerment At Advanced Brain Technologies, our mission builds on over seventy-five years of dedication to improving brain performance. So, this month is especially important to us. Brain Injury… Tags neurodevelopmental disorder, The Listening Program, Traumatic Brain Injury Read more
What Does Brain Plasticity Have to Do with Missing TLP Sessions? Anyone who has used The Listening Program® will share their joy of hearing the rich compositions of Mozart, Haydn, Vivaldi and Danzi performed by the award-winning Arcangelos… Tags auditory processing, brain health, music listening therapy, The Listening Program Read more
Milo’s Case Report: A 15-Year Journey with The Listening Program & inTime Many children and adults use The Listening Program for years because they continue to benefit in a variety of ways. It can be particularly valuable for children… Tags inTime, The Listening Program, Traumatic Brain Injury Read more
The Listening Program Recommended Listening Activities Sound is everywhere, it is as much a part of our lives as the air we breathe, and the food we eat. But have you ever considered… Tags The Listening Program Read more
7 Surprising Ways TLP Will Help Your Student Succeed! Your brain is better on music. Here are 7 areas that our music based The Listening Program® (TLP) can influence, to help your student succeed at school… Tags auditory processing, Brain, music listening therapy, school, The Listening Program Read more
Auditory Processing: How Does The Listening Program Help? Two of the most common questions we receive at Advanced Brain Technologies are: what exactly is auditory processing, and how does The Listening Program® improve it? Let’s… Tags alex doman, auditory processing, Brain, music listening therapy, parents, The Listening Program Read more
The Listening Program for Autism and Beyond: New Video Course Advanced Brain Technologies is excited to share that we have partnered with Gem Train on a free online video course. The course features our founder & CEO… Tags alex doman, Autism, Brain, music listening therapy, parents, The Listening Program Read more
Mason’s Case Report: The boy who knew he needed to listen The Listening Program® (TLP) often brings exciting and unexpected results in addition to the improvements hoped for. Mason first used TLP in first grade. In just ten… Tags Brain, case study, reading, speech, The Listening Program Read more
New Research Article: The Listening Program Effective In Reducing Auditory Sensitivities In Children Introduction Advanced Brain Technologies, a leading provider of neuroscience-based music programs for improving brain function, today announced publication of a peer reviewed journal article that discusses… Tags auditory, listening therapy, music, research, The Listening Program Read more
Development of The Listening Program The Doman family has been involved in music listening therapy for more than 75 years. Learn about the groundbreaking work at Walter Reed Medical Center in the… Tags alex doman, The Listening Program Read more
Advanced Tools for Personalizing Client Programs webinar TLP PRO and Custom Playlists are two of the biggest product developments at Advanced Brain Technologies in recent years, and the Advanced Tools for Personalizing Client Programs… Tags The Listening Program, TLP Custom Playlists, TLP PRO, webinar Read more
TLP Success Story – Max Meet Max. Max was diagnosed with ADHD, and his parents wanted to avoid putting him on prescription drugs of any kind, so they spoke with a neurofeedback… Tags ADHD, The Listening Program, video Read more
Helping autistic students in their educational journey When Sandy Rizzo Weiner, Ph. D., an Educational Consultant with Customized Interventions in Fort Lauderdale, FL and an Advanced Brain Technologies Provider, added The Listening Program® to her… Tags Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, The Listening Program, tlp Read more
CONNECTION This is a monumental day. My “new brain” is working much more effectively than I ever imagined. My once-overwhelmingly messy office is becoming more easily organized with… Tags Brain, BrainBuilder, inTime, The Listening Program, tlp Read more
New Study Shows Quantitative Benefits in Children With Autism, ADHD and Other Needs When Using The Listening Program Advanced Brain Technologies, creators of The Listening Program®, a provider of evidence-based music programs and products for improving brain function, today announced the publication of a new… Tags ADHD, auditory processing, Autism, Brain, jay lucker, learning disability, music listening therapy, neuroscience, occupational therapy, occupational therapy international, research, sadako vargus, The Listening Program, tlp Read more
Advanced Brain Technologies Partners with Pathways for Veterans to Offer Effective Brain Training Solutions to Help Veterans Find Purpose and Return to Civilian Life Today Advanced Brain Technologies (ABT) announces that it is partnering with Pathways for Veterans to offer its neuroscience based music programs for brain training to provide… Tags anxiety, brain training, gsa, insomnia, military, Pathways for Veterans, PTSD, Sleep Genius, tbi, The Listening Program, tricare, VA, veteran, veterans, veterans benefits, vocational rehabilitation Read more
The Sound/Mind Experiment Major depression is one of the most common mental disorders in the United States, affecting an estimated 15.7 million adults according to the National Institute of Mental… Tags depression, Erin Matlock, Sound/Brain Experiment, The Listening Program Read more
Stressed? Research reveals our music shows promise for relief… We live in a high stress world with pressures that have led to a global health epidemic. 72% of Americans say stress levels have increased over the… Tags research, stress, The Listening Program Read more
Practical Parenting Advice And Strategies To Support Your Child With ADHD Ask anyone on the street if they have heard about ADHD, and I can all but guarantee you that 100% will say they have. Now ask these… Tags ADHD, solutions, The Listening Program Read more
Auditory Hypersensitivity in Children with Lyme Disease “Parents who have children with Lyme disease are very concerned with the impact of the disease on their children’s bodies. One factor that is not well addressed… Tags auditory hypersensitivity, auditory processing, jay lucker, listening therapy, loudness discomfort, lyme disease, systematic desensitization, The Listening Program Read more
The Listening Program® Growing in the Middle East Following a successful trial at the Dubai Rehabilitation Center for the Disabled, the use of The Listening Program® (TLP) has been extended to all the 5 centers… Tags Dubai, The Listening Program Read more
That Was Our Beginning: Elizabeth’s Story (Part 2) This is the part 2 of a two part post. To read part 1 please click here. That WAS our beginning…but unlike a traditional story, ours does… Tags apraxia, sensory processing disorder, SPD, The Listening Program Read more
That Was Our Beginning “I think she has Sensory Integration Dysfunction” a disorder that is now known as Sensory Processing Disorder or SPD…those are the words from a dear and albeit… Tags apraxia, sensory processing disorder, SPD, The Listening Program Read more
TLP Autism Research Published in Occupational Therapy International Research measuring the effect of The Listening Program®, shows promise for children with autism who suffer with auditory hypersensitivity. The results indicated a decrease in the number… Tags auditory hypersensitivity, occupational therapy, outcomes, research, The Listening Program Read more
