Gender-Affirming Voice Therapy in New Mexico
Whether you’re in Albuquerque, Las Cruces, Santa Fe, or any town across the state, you can work with an experienced, licensed, trans-affirming speech-language pathologist from home. Prismatic’s New Mexico clinician, Kevin Dorman (they/them), specializes in gender-affirming voice training for transfeminine, transmasculine, and non-binary clients, with sessions rendered online via our secure client portal. They are in network with Aetna, and they work closely with other excellent clinics and providers across the state to achieve high standards of care.
Kevin Dorman, MS, CCC-SLP
"There’s no wrong time to begin gender-affirming voice work. If you are feeling anxious, dysphoric, or curious about your voice, please don’t hesitate to reach out." –Kevin
What We Help With
Pitch
High, Low
How high or low the source of your voice is, and how to find a range that feels like you.
Resonance
Bright, Dark
How your pitch is warped by the size and shape of the throat, mouth, and nose.
Vocal Weight
Gentle/Soft, Bold/Full
The degree of impact between the vocal folds.
Prosody
Varied, Steady
How pitch, rate, volume, and emphasis rise and fall.
Non-verbals
Dynamic, ...Demure?
Body language, facial expression, laughter, coughing, sneezing.
Stamina
Vocal Hygiene, Tension
Using your voice comfortably through long conversations and busy days.
What To Expect
Free Consultation
Free
A 30-minute conversation with Kevin about your goals, your anxieties, and any questions you may have.
Voice Assessment
$100
We review intake forms, take measurements of your voice, and establish tentative goals together.
Therapy Sessions
$100
Ongoing sessions, typically weekly, until you have met your goals or are confident enough to venture forth on your own.
Insurance Accepted
Now Accepting Aetna Insurance!
As of October 9th, 2026, Kevin is officially in-network with Aetna! If you'd like us to check whether your plan covers speech-language pathology or not, email Kevin pictures of the front and back of your card (or bring them to the free consultation), and we can investigate free-of-charge!
Out-of-Network Coverage with Cigna
Despite not being in network with Cigna, they've consistently been willing to provide coverage of this service at the in-network rate, leaving only a standard copay for our clients to take care of. During your free consultation, let us know if you have Cigna, and we'll happily apply for a single-case agreement (SCA) with Cigna; they typically respond within 2-3 business days!
Out-of-Network Reimbursement
We've had consistent success helping our clients seek reimbursement from BlueCross BlueShield, United Healthcare, and other major insurance companies in New Mexico. See our insurance page for diagnosis and procedure codes you can take to your insurer before even scheduling an appointment!
Resources for Trans New Mexicans
Local Resources
Transgender Resource Center of New Mexico
New Mexico Tech LGBTQ+ Resource List
Know a great resource in New Mexico not listed here? Contact us and let us know!
Frequently Asked Questions
I live outside New Mexico; can you work with me?
Kevin is not licensed in any neighboring states of New Mexico. If you live in another bordering state, you may work with Kevin if you're able to travel to New Mexico for your sessions with them.
Do you offer in-person sessions in New Mexico?
All sessions are rendered online via telehealth.
What other services do you offer in New Mexico?
Kevin is licensed and prepared to work with any clients who need rehabilitative voice therapy; they also have experience with accent modification and working with people who stutter. Transgender cultural competency trainings are also available on request for businesses and organizations.