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Auditory Integration Training (AIT) is one area of specialty we provide.
There are a variety of sound stimulation programs available. K&L Solutions provides The Berard Method of Auditory Integration Training, considered to be the cornerstone to sound-based intervention. Our years of experience and knowledge about AIT may be just what you or your child is missing. The Berard Method is a ten day, educational technique which helps individuals improve the processing of auditory input and to decrease hyper-or hypo-sensitivity to specific environmental and speech sounds.

Dr. Guy Berard, a French physician, developed his method dealing with hypersensitivity or asymmetric aspects of hearing. AIT is a listening technique to help the ear process sound. Berard’s thesis was that hypersensitive hearing or asymmetric hearing (both ears are not hearing similarly), interferes with the processing of auditory information. The Berard Method works on changing (retraining) the acoustic reflex muscle in the middle ear allowing sound to be processed more efficiently. By improving the performance of the auditory processing system, individuals benefit from the follow up support services and strategies provided, thus the rate of progress is increased.

An individual is given an initial audiogram (at no charge) to determine whether or not he/she is a candidate for AIT. If the individual is unable to go through an audiogram, a parent can provide anecdotal (behavioral) information to the practitioner. From the audiogram or the behavioral information, the practitioner will recommend whether the individual is a candidate to go through AIT.
The information from the audiogram is used to determine the proper settings for the electronic filtering device used in AIT. During Berard AIT, music is sent through a specialized device. K&L Solutions uses the Earducator. The device randomizes (modulates) and filters the sound frequencies from the music source and sends the modified sounds through a set of specialized headphones to the listener’s ears. The randomized frequencies mobilize and exercise the inner ear and the brain.


	• 20 sessions total • Each session is 30 minutes, twice per day • A minimum break of 3 hours is needed between daily sessions

Ideally, the individual participates in two 30-minute sessions for a period of ten consecutive days.However, it is possible to set up listening sessions Monday-Friday with a weekend break. A mid-point audiogram is done after 10 sessions to reassess the client’s hearing profile. Thereafter any necessary changes to the settings are made at this time for the remaining 10 sessions. After the 20 sessions, a third audiogram is completed. After the listening sessions, the individual’s hearing profile could show significant improvement in which all or most frequencies are within normal ranges.

Children and adults with:
Autism
Asperger's Syndrome
Hypersensitive hearing
Auditory Processing Disorder
Sensory Integration Dysfunction
ADHD
Learning Disabilities
Dyslexia
Behavior Disorders

Reduction of hyper-acute and/or painful hearing
Fewer complaints of sounds causing pain or discomfort
Improved language and reading comprehension
Improved academic performance
Improvement in social skills
Less impulsivity and restlessness
Less startle responses to loud noises
Reduction in distractibility
More appropriate vocal intensity (volume)
Increased independence and self-esteem

There is no evidence to indicate that Auditory Integration Training is harmful in any way. AIT is an educational listening technique. Under OSHA standards, the sound level presented by the Earducator does not exceed acceptable volume levels. K&L Solutions uses a sound meter to monitor the volume levels of the device.