Frequently asked questions
Answers to frequently asked questions about the Tomatis method, how programmes work and how they are funded.
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Do you need a report for school?
Are you a student, or is your child at school, and do you need a written report confirming dyslexia? Click on read more to see our fees and availability.
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Do you offer a dyslexia test or assessment?
Do you suspect a language disorder or dyslexia in your child or yourself? We offer targeted screening, together with a full listening assessment (audio-psycho-phonological assessment). And there is no need to wait: we…
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Do you offer ADHD testing or assessment?
Do you suspect that your child, or you yourself, may have an attention deficit? We offer targeted screening, together with a full listening assessment (audio-psycho-phonological assessment). We can see you within just a…
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Is the Tomatis Method effective for hearing loss?
The Tomatis® Method does not improve hearing when hearing loss is caused by irreversible damage. It does, however, improve the perception of certain frequencies by regulating the fluids of the inner ear.
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Why use filtered music?
Our music filtering technology allows targeted stimulation of specific frequency ranges in the ear. By selectively boosting low, middle and high sounds, we can improve overall acoustic analysis and the listening…
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Why use Mozart's music?
To answer this question, here is an extract from the book “Why Mozart?”: the listening training developed uses sound material containing either the mother's voice or music. And that music is always Mozart.
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Why take breaks between sessions?
Just as the brain needs intensive, repeated stimulation, it also needs periods without stimulation to build and consolidate change. This rule applies to any kind of training: the building happens after the effort…
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Why are the sessions done intensively?
Making knowledge automatic is essential to learning well. The Tomatis method uses intensive listening sessions with an electronic ear to help you take on a new way of listening and a new way of communicating. Repetition…
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Can the Tomatis® method be combined with other therapies?
The Tomatis method can be effective when combined with other approaches, depending on the specific difficulty and the result you are hoping for. Here are the complementary approaches we offer, which can be tailored to…
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How long does Tomatis® treatment take on average?
A standard protocol of three listening sessions usually takes about 4 to 5 months. This can vary, however, depending on the specific difficulty being addressed.
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How are the results evaluated?
Before any programme begins at a Tomatis centre, the person's way of listening is fully assessed. This assessment, known as the listening assessment (audio-psycho-phonological assessment), looks at the person's…
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Can the Tomatis method be dangerous?
The Tomatis method is safe: it uses low-frequency filtered music, and it is a non-invasive, gradual and complementary approach that involves no medication or chemicals and is supervised by qualified professionals.
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At what age does the Tomatis® Method give the best results?
Discover brain plasticity, the brain's ability to change and adapt in response to new experiences, and how it relates to the Tomatis Method. Research suggests that a lack of stimulation, rather than age itself, may be a…
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Tomatis: is the progress lasting?
The Tomatis method is a highly effective approach to improving auditory function by restoring balance to the auditory system. Using low-frequency filtered music, the method improves listening skills safely and…
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How long does it take to see the results of the Tomatis Method?
The Tomatis Method is a powerful tool for personal development and improvement, but it is important to understand that its effects can be seen on different levels. While many positive changes can be noticed quickly…
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Is the Tomatis® method covered by health insurance?
In Switzerland, the Tomatis method is covered by health insurers, provided you have supplementary insurance. However, it is not covered by basic health insurance (LaMAL), nor by social security in France. Some French…
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What are the most noticeable results of the Tomatis method in children?
The Tomatis method is an effective tool for improving children's speech and language development. Parents have reported improvements in areas such as the quality of their child's voice, concentration, understanding…
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I have tinnitus: is the Tomatis® method suitable for me?
Tinnitus is a ringing, buzzing or other noise in the ears or head that does not come from an outside source. The Tomatis® method is not designed to treat tinnitus. However, our partner physiotherapy centre, Activate®…
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My ENT specialist says my child's hearing is perfectly fine, but your assessment seems to say otherwise
It is worth pointing out that audio-psycho-phonology is not the same as audiology. Audiology is a branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of hearing disorders, whereas audio-psycho-phonology is an…
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Why do your Tomatis programme with us?
Our Tomatis listening programme is more affordable than others, thanks to our protocol and to fees adjusted to each person's budget and situation. We also offer the option of treatment at home, and our consultant is…
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