The Technology

The Technology

Research has shown that the different states of mind are associated with specific patterns of brainwaves, or brainwave frequencies. When you feel agitated or anxious, are in pain, or are experiencing insomnia, your brain waves are tall (high amplitude) and fast (high frequency) Beta waves. When you are relaxed, your brain waves are shorter (low amplitude) and slower (low frequency) Alpha waves. A combination of techniques can be applied to help balance brainwaves, allowing individuals to become better able to manage their state of mind or emotions.

Relaxation and Guided Imagery are skills that you will learn as you listen to uniquely developed recordings using specialized headphones that deliver full spectrum sound along with the guided imagery script. Low frequency sound pulses are included in these recordings.

Psychoeducation is the process of teaching and learning important information and skills that may be used to better manage psychological distress or disorders. Psychoeducational information is embedded within the relaxation and guided imagery scripts.

Brainwave Entrainment is a process by which the human brain learns to match lower frequency sound waves, effectively improving relaxation.

Vibroacoustic Technology produces a pulsed low frequency sound that can be used to decrease Beta wave production, pulse rate, and muscle tension. As you relax on a sound bed or chair, specially designed speakers emit low frequency pulses, resulting in a more relaxed cognitive, physical and emotional state.

Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulation (CES) is a relatively new addition to modern medicine. It has been suggested that CES stimulates brain tissue, causing an increased release of neurotransmitters such as serotonin and beta endorphins. Recent studies have also demonstrated that CES has effected greater brainwave balance, at times within the first five minutes of treatment.

Sound For Healing Institute uses a combination of technologies and psychological approaches to address mental health issues through relaxation and guided imagery. Relaxation and guided imagery have been identified in the research as important components of treatment for several disorders and provide the core for this program. Building on this research, Sound For Healing Institute has designed programs using several new and innovative technologies that work together as a unique approach for the treatment of various mental health disorders.

Relaxation and Guided Imagery are skills that you will learn as you listen to uniquely developed recordings. Sets of visualizations and interactive exercises have been developed by Dr. Rogers to address a number of specific areas. Clients may be interested in addressing one or more of these areas. The visualization recordings include embedded binaural frequencies designed to enhance relaxation and reduce anxiety. A range of styles of relaxing background music may be added to make this a uniquely pleasant experience. The use of Bose Quiet Comfort™ headphones delivers full spectrum sound while eliminating outside noise.

Acoustic Brainwave Entrainment is a process by which the human brain follows the frequency of an acoustic signal. In the Sound for Healing process, the acoustic signal is a binaural beat. This beat is perceived as a low frequency pulse somewhat like the sound of two slightly “out-of-tune” guitar or violin strings. Binaural beat technology is particularly effective at reducing anxiety and enhancing relaxation.

Vibroacoustic Technology allows the client to feel low frequency sound through a sound bed specifically designed for this purpose. This tactile experience has been shown to decrease blood pressure, pulse rate and muscle tension. The sound bed is comprised of over 60 speakers specially designed by BioPulsonics to operate synchronously with the binaural frequencies and provide a truly relaxing and unique experience.

Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulation (CES) is a relatively new addition to modern medicine. CES is delivered using two ear clips and a small low-power Alpha-Stim™ Frequency Generator. This technique has been shown to be effective in the reduction of anxiety and increase of attention. CES is an optional part of the Sound for Healing process depending on the needs of the client and assessment of the therapist.