Professional voice

A professional voice user is anybody whose voice is a vital instrument for their work and/or livelihood. Some professions include:

  • Singers

  • Actors

  • Voiceover artists

  • Teachers

  • Fitness instructors

  • Podcasters

  • Motivational speakers

  • Managers who frequently lead meetings

  • Sales and customer services workers

  • Politicians

  • Tour guides

  • Lawyers

To meet the demands of whatever profession you have, your voice needs to be as flexible, powerful, and persuasive as possible to achieve the vocal expression of your choice. It is extremely important to take special care of your voice, particularly when your vocal load is high or when your vocal performance is compromised.

I am an expert in addressing vocal needs behaviorally, whether you are experiencing problems with your voice or wanting to prevent vocal problems by developing healthy vocal techniques and habits.

With a perceptual-acoustic voice evaluation, I consider your vocal patterns and professional needs. You may also need a videostroboscopy exam to visualize the larynx in order to rule out any anatomic or physiologic problem. I tailor your therapy program in conjunction with any medicine, surgery, training, or coaching that you may be receiving. I also help you adjust your vocal load when possible, including workload, rehearsal, warm-up, and rehab exercise schedules.

Quick tips

  • If you are having voice problems, consider whether your amount of talking and performing may be a factor and/or your type of talking and performing. Overall health, diet, and lifestyle also can be factors.

  • If you are a singer, answer questions on the Singing Voice Handicap Index (see Forms page) to consider if your vocal difficulties may require intervention.

  • Working on your conversational speaking voice can help your performance voice. Think about your speaking style and vocal habits when not performing.

  • To maintain or improve your vocal health, it is important to do not only a vocal warm-up before a performance or event but also a cool-down afterwards.

Clinical hypnosis
Manual therapy
Voice disorders