This article is a sampling of definitions which are informed by my experiences and viewpoint. I have spoken to many at length about these subjects to broaden my understanding, and I hope to offer a culturally informed and competent analysis of the terms. That being said, I am not immune to bias and, like everything …
Hello! This is the first in a series of posts that take a deeper dive into the science of voice production. These in-depth articles are not necessary for engaging in our services; they are provided for those who are curious about the underlying mechanics. So don't hesitate to get outta here if it gets too …
One year ago tonight, a man with guns entered Pulse, a queer nightclub in Orlando, Florida, and robbed 49 queer people of their lives, physically injuring 58 others and psychologically scarring countless more. This attack occurred on Latinx night, a temporary safe space for a highly vulnerable subgroup of our community. It took away one …
06/12/17 UPDATE:I was able to gain the perspective of one of the presenters in the afternoon. With their permission, I will share a section of their statement: "...I completely agree that we missed a really important moment there and I'm sorry. I will confess, before the opening day I was feeling confident about our workshop …
The term 'speech-language pathology' is an unwieldy one. When I introduce myself as a speech-language pathologist, very few people in the general public have even heard of the profession. This is hardly their fault; speech-language pathologists use a variety of different titles and job descriptions when referring to themselves. Speech teacher; speech therapist; speech teacher; …
Hello! My name is Kevin Dorman (they/them/their) and I’m the owner and sole practitioner of Prismatic Speech Services. I am a state licensed speech-language pathologist and a member of both the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH). As a practitioner, I specialize in transgender vocal training and rehabilitative …
Being comfortable using one's voice is essential for effective verbal communication. For many transgender people, one's voice can be the source of great vulnerability. Transgender Vocal Training is designed to overcome this.
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