What does an INPP programme look like?
An INPP programme begins with an initial consultation to explore whether the approach may be suitable for you. If appropriate, this is followed by a developmental assessment to identify whether primitive reflexes are still active and to determine which daily exercise may be helpful.
The programme is home-based. You will be given a short exercise to practise daily at home, usually taking around 5–10 minutes.
Follow-up reviews take place approximately every 6–8 weeks. During these sessions progress is reviewed and, when appropriate, a new exercise is introduced. Most programmes last between 12 and 18 months. For more details see: INPP Program
How do I know if INPP is right for me?
You are welcome to get in touch to ask questions or arrange an initial consultation.
During this first meeting we will discuss your current concerns as well as aspects of early development. This and the results of the screening questionnaire helps the practitioner form an initial understanding of whether an INPP programme is likely to be helpful in your situation.
What conditions do people come with?
People seek INPP programmes for a wide range of reasons. These may include difficulties with balance, coordination, attention, regulation, or learning.
Some individuals come with experiences such as anxiety, exam stress, or challenges with attention and focus. Neurodivergent individuals, including those with ADHD or autistic profiles, may also be interested in exploring whether reflex integration could support aspects of regulation, coordination or sensory processing.
The initial consultation helps determine whether the approach may be relevant for each individual situation.
What does a developmental assessment consist of?
The developmental assessment includes a series of simple movement activities designed to explore balance, coordination and the presence of retained reflex patterns.
These may include standing balance tasks, gentle movement patterns, and observational activities sometimes described as “silly walks.” The assessment may also include a brief look at visual-motor coordination and a small drawing task.
Together, these activities help build a picture of how the nervous system is organising movement and whether any primitive reflexes remain active. At the end of the session, if appropriate, the first exercise is selected and demonstrated.
What are reviews?
Review sessions are follow-up appointments where we look at how the exercise programme has been progressing.
During these visits the current exercise is checked, reflex responses are reviewed, and a new exercise may be introduced if the nervous system is ready to move on. Reviews typically last up to one hour and are usually scheduled every 6–8 weeks
Will the results last?
The INPP™ programme aims to support the integration of primitive reflexes and the development of postural reflexes that underpin balance, coordination and motor control.
When these foundations strengthen, many people find that everyday activities such as learning, attention or physical coordination become easier to manage.
Primitive reflexes do not disappear completely in human development (we can think of reflex integration as reflexes going off-line to leave space for postural reflexes to take over) and can sometimes reappear under certain circumstances, such as illness, injury or periods of stress. Your practitioner will explain this process and discuss how it relates to your individual programme.
Is the INPP programme useful for adults?
If an adult has retained primitive reflexes together with associated balance or coordination difficulties, they may benefit from an INPP programme. Some adults experiencing anxiety, or neurodivergent adults who notice challenges with regulation, coordination or sensory processing, may also find the programme helpful.
As the nervous system begins to reorganise through the programme, some people notice shifts in energy, mood, or emotional intensity. These changes are a normal part of neurological development and usually settle as the system adapts to new patterns.
For this reason, it is important that the programme takes place within a supportive environment. An initial discussion with an INPP™ practitioner is recommended in order to determine whether the programme is suitable.
At MiLuce Clinic, adults undertaking the programme are supported within a framework that combines neurodevelopmental work with psychological understanding, helping ensure that any changes that arise during the process can be held safely and thoughtfully.