Gender Affirming Voice and Communication Services

Frees Speech offers Gender-Affirming Voice and Communication Services for Transgender and Gender-Diverse Individuals!

What are Gender Affirming Voice and Communication Services?

Gender-Affirming Voice and Communication Services are offered for transgender and gender-diverse individuals. Often, individuals going through this process are seeking to alter the way their voice is perceived by others in order to better align with how they truly identify. One may assume it just has to do with raising or lowering vocal pitch, but it is actually much more than
that!

Studies show using a multi-faceted and client-based approach, better outcomes are typically achieved in terms of feeling acceptance, comfort, confidence, and truly identifying
with your voice.

What Does it Involve?

After an initial evaluation, getting to know each other, developing expectations, and trialing
various strategies, a formal plan will be developed unique to each individual client.

Sessions will involve a variety of practicing strategies for ways to target a desired vocal pitch, resonance, intonation pattern, articulation, pragmatics, and a nonverbal communication style each client feels comfortable with adopting. Education and ensuring adequate vocal hygiene will be a strong component throughout the process.

Significant feedback, collaboration, and a team approach is key! Surgery and/or hormone therapy is not a prerequisite or required in any way to achieve gender affirming voice care and progress. Teletherapy sessions will take place using a HIPAA compliant platform. We may utilize other apps or journals throughout our time together. Like most things in life, it is not a one-size-fits all equation!

How much does it cost?

The same typical hourly rate for other services offered by Frees Speech will be charged.


Where can I receive services?

These services can be offered virtually for Pennsylvania residents, in-person for those living in the surrounding Phoenixville, PA/Greater Philadelphia area, or a hybrid approach.


How long will sessions be?

This is individual based on each client; however, it is suggested for about 1 hour per week (can
be divided into 2 30-minute sessions, or based on client preference) for about 12 consistent
weeks (on average). Progress and plans can always be re-evaluated and adjusted as time
progresses.

How can I get Started?

If you or a loved one is looking to alter their communication style to better align with who you/they truly are, Frees Speech offers specialized services to help best express yourself across various settings and aspects of life. Don't hesitate to contact Mackenzie at mackenzie@freesspeech.com or call 484-928-0254 with questions or inquiries.

Frees Speech strives to offer a safe, inclusive, empathetic, and supportive space for all clients – regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, race, cultural background, and abilities throughout the community. Frees Speech stands as an ally to the LGBTQA+ community and is committed to connection and ongoing education in this area, and helping you find YOUR true, unique voice!

Frees Speech & Language, LLC

PO Box 289, Phoenixville PA 19460

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Phone: (484) 928-0254

Fax: (484) 854-2742

mackenzie@freesspeech.com

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