Speech Therapy for Parkinson’s

Speech- language and voice problems are common for people with Parkinson's. If you have Parkinson's, you may not be aware of the problems with your spoken communication but your loved ones may notice the changes.

Some voice and speech difficulties may include..

  • Soft Speech/reduced volume

  • Monotone speech (speaking at one tone/pitch)

  • Abnormal vocal quality (i.e. breathy, harsh, hoarse)

  • Tremor in your voice

  • Short rushes/bursts of speech

  • Slurring of your speech

  • Loss of facial expression

Longhorn Speech is a Licensed Speak Out provider.

SPEAK OUT! ® is a clinically proven and highly effective Speech Therapy program. It consists of 12 individual Speech Therapy sessions spanning 4-6 weeks based on needs of individual clients. 

 

In the program, the Speech Pathologist and client work togethers towards transforming speech from an automatic function to an intentional task. Program materials include the Speak Out! workbook that provides evidenced based vocal exercises, readings, and cognitive tasks. 

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After clients have participated in SPEAK OUT!® speech therapy, they are highly encouraged to transition to the LOUD Crowd®, a group of Speak Out! graduates that meet weekly to practice and maintain their intentional voice.