The Tomatis® Method
A neurosensory listening programme that uses specially modified music to develop the brain’s capacity for attention, language, emotional regulation and motor coordination. Delivered as a home-based programme, available throughout the UK.
“We are absolutely blown away with the progress in the last two weeks — and school has noticed too.”Parent of a 4-year-old, after first Tomatis® intensive
How the Tomatis® Method works
Developed by French doctor and researcher Alfred Tomatis, the Tomatis® Method uses advanced technology and the guidance of trained professionals. The ear is the most powerful sensory integrator of the human body — more than 80% of the stimulation the brain receives comes through it.
(80% figure: Tomatis organisation. Confidence: ~85% — this is widely cited in Tomatis literature; independent verification recommended for clinical use.)
By working with the ear’s role in cerebral stimulation and neuroplasticity, the Tomatis® Method has consistent effects across a wide range of areas — from language and learning to emotional regulation and sensory processing.
It is a complementary tool and can be used alongside most therapeutic or educational support. It can be used at any age.
Watch: what is Tomatis®?Areas of application
- Learning and under-achievement
- Language development and communication
- Emotional regulation
- Sensory processing difficulties
- Autism spectrum support
- Motor skills and coordination
- Attention and concentration
- Personal development and wellbeing
How it is delivered
Tomatis® is delivered as a home-based programme. Specialist headphones and equipment are provided. Available throughout the UK — no need to travel to a clinic.
Changes that families and schools both notice
For children with sensory, social and communication difficulties, the changes that follow Tomatis® are often visible to everyone around them — not just at home but in school and in wider social situations.
The programme supports the nervous system to regulate more effectively, which tends to make everything else easier — learning, social interaction, managing transitions and coping with the unexpected.
“He is ignoring other children when they are heightened and not reacting to them — he would usually have kicked or hit. We see major progress in the last few weeks.”Parent of a child with ASD, after first Tomatis® intensive
“He stayed settled, gave high fives and kisses. She couldn’t believe how settled he was. He managed over an hour with adults he didn’t know. Absolutely amazing progress.”Parent of a 4-year-old, after first Tomatis® intensive
“After completing Tomatis®, J is more settled and ready to get more from school. His teachers are finding him more willing to engage and join in.”Parent of a 10-year-old
Research and resources
For peer-reviewed research and published studies on the Tomatis® Method, and for the full range of areas of application, see the links below.
Tomatis® and other programmes
Tomatis® is frequently used alongside INPP reflex integration. For clients with complex needs, a combination of programmes may address different layers of the same underlying difficulty. The free discovery call is the right place to discuss which approach — or combination — is most likely to help.
Tomatis® is a registered trademark of Tomatis Développement S.A. Helping Hand is an authorised Tomatis® consultant practice.
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