Specialty Focus in Voice Therapy, Swallow Therapy, and Telehealth Solutions

Specialty Services Include:

LSVT-LOUD and SPEAKOUT! addressing voice changes related to Parkinson's Disease
Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) for an objective view of swallow function and diet recommendations for safety
Myofascial Release addressing treatment of tightness in the mouth and throat after radiation therapy, various surgeries in the head/neck area, and other changes affecting the mouth or throat area
Neuro-Muscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES) assisting in muscle recruitment to strengthen the swallowing muscles
Convenient Teletherapy option (therapy provided over secure, HIPPA-compliant audio-video via smartphone or computer) Accepted by most* insurances
Consultation and training on implementation of Speech Therapy Tele-Therapy services into rural clinics, hospitals, cancer centers, and other facilities

What should I expect with Voice Therapy or Swallow Therapy?

Vocal strain, voice loss
Hoarseness
Vocal fatigue
Nodules, Polyps, Cysts
Muscle Tension Dysphonia
Paradoxical Vocal Fold Motion/ Vocal Cord Dysfunction/ Exercise-Induced Laryngeal Obstruction (abnormal movement of the vocal cords)
Professional voice concerns
Transgender / Gender-affirming voice
Paralyzed vocal cords
Laryngopharyngeal Reflux
Neurological conditions inclusive of Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Cerebral Palsy
Vocal tremor
Chronic cough / Chronic throat clearing
Spasmodic Dysphonia

Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing)

Coughing with eating/drinking
Aspiration / aspiration pneumonia
Chewing or swallowing difficulty post-radiation or mouth/throat surgery
Difficulty managing saliva
Difficulty chewing or with oral manipulation
Globus sensation (the sensation of something sticking in the throat or a "lump" in the throat)
Difficulty swallowing pills