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Top Myths About Gender-Affirming Voice Training — Debunked!
Voice is deeply personal. It's one of the primary ways we express ourselves and connect with others. For many transgender and nonbinary...

Emily Halder
15 minutes ago5 min read
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How Online Speech Therapy Works: Is Virtual Care Effective?
Online speech therapy — also known as virtual speech therapy or telehealth speech services — has quickly become a popular and effective...

Emily Halder
2 days ago2 min read
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What Is LSVT LOUD and How Does It Help People with Parkinson’s?
If you or a loved one has Parkinson’s disease, you may have noticed changes in voice and speech — softer volume, mumbling, or difficulty...

Emily Halder
2 days ago2 min read
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The Breath-Voice Connection in Transgender Voice Modification
Breath is the foundation of voice. This relationship is particularly significant in the context of transgender voice modification, where...

Emily Halder
Jul 29, 20242 min read
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Progression of Exercises: the Road to Finding Your Authentic Voice
At Blue Ridge Speech and Voice, we believe that every voice tells a unique story, and we are dedicated to supporting individuals in their...

Emily Halder
May 3, 20242 min read
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Unleashing the Power of Straws: Semi-Occluded Vocal Tract Exercises in Voice Therapy
Are you looking to unlock the full potential of your voice? At Blue Ridge Speech and Voice, we are passionate about helping individuals...

Emily Halder
Apr 1, 20243 min read
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Navigating Food-Centered Holidays with Dysphagia: Finding Joy and Support
The holiday season is a time of joy, gratitude, and togetherness, often centered around delicious meals and cherished family recipes....

Emily Halder
Nov 16, 20232 min read
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Restoring Clarity: How Speech Therapy Can Help a Hoarse Voice
Most adults experience a hoarse voice at some point in our lives. If you've ever experienced a hoarse voice, you know how frustrating...

Emily Halder
Oct 30, 20232 min read
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Navigating Transgender Voice Modification: What to Expect from Speech Therapy
For individuals seeking to align their voice with their gender identity, speech therapy can be a transformative journey. Understanding...

Emily Halder
Oct 20, 20232 min read
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Speech Therapy for Aging Adults: Maintaining Communication and Cognitive Function
Aging is just not about losing youth - it’s a natural part of life that ushers in a new stage of opportunity and strength. Speech therapy...

Emily Halder
Sep 26, 20232 min read
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The Power of Music: Melodic Intonation Therapy for Aphasia
Discover the transformative power of music in treating aphasia with Blue Ridge Speech and Voice. Blue Ridge Speech and Voice offers...

Emily Halder
Sep 12, 20232 min read
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Speech Therapy and Mental Health: The Connection and Benefits
From speaking to reading and writing, we communicate and express ourselves everyday. The nuanced connection between speech therapy and...

Emily Halder
Aug 14, 20232 min read
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The Impact of Speech Therapy Exercises for Home Practice
Speech therapy practices such as Blue Ridge Speech and Voice are dedicated to helping people regain their communication abilities and...

Emily Halder
Aug 10, 20233 min read
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What to Know Before Meeting with a Speech Language Pathologist
It’s important to know about speech language pathologists and what they can help improve. Furthermore, it’s important to know about the...

Emily Halder
Jul 18, 20233 min read
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Is Transgender Voice Therapy Right For Me?
In the current year of 2023, the UCLA Williams Institute estimates that 1.3 million adults identify as transgender in the United States....

Emily Halder
Jun 21, 20233 min read
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5 Ways Speech Therapy Can Help Achieve Your Desired Voice as a Trans or Nonbinary Person
1) You can learn voicing exercises to help you broaden your pitch range, doing so in a healthy way that avoids creating excessive...

Emily Halder
May 24, 20231 min read
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Gender-Affirming Voice Work and Pitch
When it comes to gender-affirming voice modification, many people think that it’s mostly about learning to use a different pitch. I often...

Emily Halder
Sep 14, 20211 min read
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Providing Accessible & Affordable Speech Therapy for North Carolina
One glaring issue with healthcare in our country is the lack of affordable options and the lack of accessibility that impact so many...

Emily Halder
Sep 16, 20202 min read
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Speech and voice services in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic
COVID-19 currently has nations on lockdown and people doing their best to practice social distancing to prevent the spread of the...

Emily Halder
Mar 16, 20202 min read
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Transgender Voice Modification Services
Many people think that the only good option for a transgender person to modify their voice is through surgery. But did you know that...

Emily Halder
Nov 1, 20191 min read
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