Overview What is iLs? How does iLs work? What is the science behind the method? What is the equipment like? How long is the iLs program? Is there supporting research? What is the cost of a clinic program? Summary

What is iLs? Combines auditory training with balance and visual activities Stimulates parts of the brain involved in learning, communication, emotion, memory and balance Evolved from proven therapies used to help with dyslexia, attention, auditory processing, coordination, communication, cognitive function and optimal performance Show system, balance board, balls while speaking Neuroplasticity Improving the ability to process information

Proven Techniques, New Technology iLs combines sound and movement therapies: Tomatis Method – sound therapy, 40 years in Europe, $50k for equipment/training Kinesiology & Yoga – movement therapy known for its neurological stimulation Brain growth occurs through stimulation - a concept known as “neuroplasticity”. iLs’ combined sound and movement programs stimulate the learning and communication parts of the brain.

How Does Integrated Listening Work? Information from our environment is conveyed through our senses: taste, touch, smell, hearing, seeing, vestibular (balance) and muscle awareness. These sensory systems are very inter-related, especially the eyes, ears and vestibular. An example of the inter-relatedness is the act of reading: As your eyes move from letter to letter your ear (cochlea) translates each letter into a sound. The vestibular system coordinates the eye movements and aids the synchronicity of the eyes and ears.

Information Integration & Processing The vestibular and cochlear systems, located in the inner ear, work together to relay sensory input to the brain. They play a key role in our ability to integrate our senses, and their successful interaction is essential for language development, sensory processing and motor function.

iLs Equipment Custom-fitted headphones > air and bone delivery > vestibular stimulation Mini-amp powers headphones iPod holds processed music Beltpack: simultaneous sound and movement Playbook: weekly guide for movement activities

iLs Listening Component Receptive and Expressive Phases – training the brain’s processing for input and output 3 frequency zones correlating to the body, communication and cognitive function Audio techniques: frequency filtration, gating, bone conduction Each program is customized for the individual

iLs Music – frequencies stimulating specific areas of the mind

iLs: Receptive & Expressive Phases

Program Structure Receptive Phase Expressive Phase (optional add-on) 40 - 60 Sessions Each session is 60-minutes combined listening and movement (movement activities ~ 15 min) 3-5 sessions per week total program 2-3 months Expressive Phase (optional add-on) Excellent for expressive language issues Begin toward last 1/4 of Receptive Phase 10-20 min per session – make it fun!

iLs Receptive Programs 1- Sensory Motor: a 60-session program for those with sensory integration and developmental challenges as well as those on the autistic spectrum; gentle program focusing on lower frequencies 2- Concentration & Attention: a 40-session program for those with attention deficits; focuses on the frequencies of zones 1 & 2 3- Reading/Auditory Processing: a 40-session program for reading-related and auditory processing skills; focus is on zone 2 frequencies 4- Optimal Performance for Teens/Adults: a 48-session program to improve memory, processing, mood and balance; excellent for seniors, too; focus is on zones 2 & 3 frequencies

iLs Expressive Phase (optional add-on) Equipment: microphone, amp, headphones & voice Conditions the ear/voice feedback loop Improves reading, listening, attention, voice quality and self-confidence Exercises designed to improve the following skills: Auditory memory Phonemic awareness (decoding of sounds) Auditory processing speed Left and right ear perception and processing Concentration & listening skills Auditory figure ground (language amidst background noise)

See the Research pages of www.integratedlistening.com Auditory Processing The Effects of Tomatis Method on APD by Dr. Ross-Swain 41 APD subjects showed average improvement in overall auditory processing skills of 49% (2005-2006; to be published in 2007) Hillside Health Center Study, Dr. M. Fraval, H. Armytage 30 subjects showed average improvement in auditory processing skills of 78% (2006) Reading Longitudinal Study by Dr. J.A. Calhoun, 2006 – 3 month trial 36 students K-2 showed average gain in reading of 2 years Hope Charter School Study by B. van Houten, R.N. 6 case studies showed average gain in reading of 2.2 years after 4- month program (2006) See the Research pages of www.integratedlistening.com

Summary iLs is a natural and safe therapy, the only side effects being a strong chance of improved self-esteem iLs programs are effective for helping with learning, attention and balance problems, for those on the autistic spectrum; mild head injury (whiplash); mood; improved cognitive skills; energy and enthusiasm for life iLs addresses the cause rather than the symptoms iLs is fun, most kids and adults enjoy their listening

Follow Up Q & A Hands-on listening Schedule a complimentary Pitch Discrimination Test or Symptoms Checklist Assessment