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Speech & Myofunctional Therapy

Clear speech starts with the right foundation. Build it with expert care

Includes evaluation + personalized therapy programs
Covers lisps, tongue thrust, articulation, TMJ problems and more!

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Concerned About Mumbly Speech or a Lisp?

Lisps and mumbly speech can cause communication breakdowns and lack of self-confidence. Become empowered through expert guidance, ensuring enhanced clarity and confidence in communication.

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Actors 〰️ Singers 〰️ Public Speakers 〰️ Podcasters 〰️ Entertainers 〰️ Executives 〰️ Teachers 〰️ And More! 〰️

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Step 1 - Getting Started

Your Initial Evaluation is a focused, one-on-one session to uncover what’s impacting your (or your child’s) speech.
Whether it’s unclear articulation, tongue thrust, or poor oral motor habits, we’ll identify the root cause and outline a personalized plan.

This session lays the foundation for lasting progress — so you can move forward with confidence, knowing exactly what’s needed to support clearer, stronger speech.

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STEP 2 - BUILD NEW SKILLS

Voice therapy consultation at Speech & Voice Works—serving Culver City, Mar Vista, and surrounding neighborhoods

6-Week Personalized Therapy Program

Following your evaluation, you'll begin a personalized 6-week therapy program tailored to your goals. Continued therapy recommendations are individualized based on progress and needs.

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Are you concerned about your speech?

Whether you are a professional voice user or not, there's a wide range of speech problems that will inhibit your true voice potential.

We treat a variety of speech problems including, but not limited to…

  • Lisps

  • Speech Sound Disorders

  • Myofunctional Disorders

  • Voice Disorders

Speech problems can be related to underlying issues of an orofacial myofunctional disorder.

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Why Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy?

Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy is used to Remediate Tongue Thrust and Myofunctional Disorders

Orofacial Myofunctional Therpay involves oral motor exercises to establish neuromuscular re-patterning of the tongue and facial muscles to achieve proper function for speech, chewing, swallowing and oral rest posture.

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Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs)

OMDs develop due to atypical, incorrect patterns of the tongue and facial muscles involved in speech, breathing and swallowing, such as:

  • Tongue resting on or between teeth

  • Tongue thrust

  • Thumb sucking

  • Nail and cheek biting

  • Open mouth rest posture

Other disorders related to or contributed by OMDs

  • Speech sound errors (e.g. lisp)

  • Misalignment of teeth (malocclusion)

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  • Orthodontic relapse

  • Abnormal jaw growth

BEFORE

Pre-treatment (no exercises)

Adult oral rest posture assessment as part of orofacial myofunctional therapy in Los Angeles

AFTER

Post-treatment (no orthodontics)

“Our daughter’s speech cleared up, her teeth straightened out and the exercises even closed her overbite!”
— Client Results

Do you have any concerns about your own or your child’s speech or oral habits? Book your STRATEGY CALL today to find out how to move the needle forward to reach your goal.

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OMDs may result due to

  • Airway obstruction (difficulty breathing due to enlarged tonsils/adenoids, allergies, deviated septum)

  • Detrimental oral habits such as clenching and grinding of teeth, nail biting, thumb and finger sucking,

  • Physiological or structural abnormalities such as restricted tongue mobility due to tongue-tie (See Frequently Asked Questions about Tongue-Tie)

  • Developmental delays

  • Neurological deficits. 

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Goals of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy

  • Avoid orthodontic relapse

  • Develop typical lip and tongue rest postures to support adequate development of dental growth and alignment

  • Establish nasal breathing

  • Establish proper chewing and swallowing patterns

  • Assist dental stabilization during and/or after orthodontic treatment

  • Eliminate speech sound errors and distortions

  • Increase muscle tone

We can help you with any concerns about your speech and oral habits.

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ONLINE PROGRAMS

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ONLINE PROGRAM

Tongue Thrust Be Gone

An innovative online program designed to address the challenges associated with tongue thrust (for kids & adults).

Experience the benefits of aligned teeth, improved speech, facial symmetry and increased muscle tone, leading to enhanced self-confidence and overall well-being. Whether you're in the midst of orthodontic treatment, trying to avoid orthodontics all together, or seeking post-treatment stability, Tongue Thrusts Be Gone offers specialized techniques to assist dental stabilization, minimizing the risk of orthodontic relapse or ever needing braces. 

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MORE WAYS TO WORK WITH ME

Telehealth workspace for remote voice therapy and speech therapy sessions throughout greater Los Angeles

LASER COACHING SESSION

Nail Your Keynote or Performance

A high-impact private session for speakers, performers, and professionals preparing for a big moment.
Whether it’s an audition, keynote, livestream, or high-stakes event, you’ll get expert 1:1 support, real-time feedback, and a tailored strategy — so your voice shows up strong, clear, and confident when it matters most.

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VOCAL RELAXATION MASSAGE

Release Tension and Restore Your Voice

Need a vocal reset? This hands-on manual therapy treatment (myofascial release, also known as laryngeal massage or vocal relaxation massage), offers fast relief by targeting tension in the head, neck, throat, tongue, jaw, and TMJ. It helps reduce vocal fatigue, strain, discomfort, and muscle tension so your voice can function with greater ease and efficiency.

You'll leave feeling looser, more relaxed, and with a clearer, stronger voice, ready to speak, sing, perform, or present with greater ease and confidence.

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Which Success Story Inspires You the Most…

Thomas

“I had no idea I had a tongue thrust until Christine helped me identify and correct it. With her guidance, I now have better tongue placement, easier swallowing and breathing—and as a performer, that’s been life-changing.

Camryn

“I was diagnosed with vocal nodules. I had no idea where to go from there. Now, I can pinpoint exactly where I want my voice to be and feel. It helps me feel so much more confident when showing up for an audition”

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Client Success Stories

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    Sanad A.

    I made progress far faster than I expected. Christine is also super friendly…

    “I wanted to improve specific sounds (rolling/trilling R) and overall voice/pronunciation clarity so people would understand me better. Christine is super easy and fun to work with and she is professional and knowledgeable. The training program she had for me was easy enough to follow and difficult enough to push me and make it challenging. She also included training in both english and Arabic (my native tongue). My voice is so much clearer now. Christine you rock!”

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    Jen Y.

    On a 1-5 star rating Christine is a 10!

    “My 10 year old son had a lisp and he wanted to correct it because it was something he was self-conscious about. Christine helped him resolve the lisp and he is able to say his Ss clearly now without effort! My son Asher is definitely on the pickier side when it comes to people and he genuinely looked forward to meeting with her every week. Christine is an absolute pleasure to work with and she really puts you at ease from the very first appointment. She has a very calming and reassuring presence. All the while, she’s incredibly professional, punctual, and very communicative about scheduling. We were genuinely sad when he graduated from her office!”

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    Erika S.

    Christine identified the tongue issue immediately. This has been a complete game-changer.

    “After spending all of my adult life with TMJ issues and a splint to correct my bite when I slept - I managed to totally miss the fact that I also was thrusting my tongue and resting it in the wrong position. Referred by my TMJ specialist, Christine was able to pinpoint the tongue issue immediately. We worked on proper chewing, swallowing and breathing with various exercises. She also used myofascial release as a way of releasing tension in the jaw and neck, which felt great. Now, after working with Christine, my tongue rest position is pretty close to second nature after being wrong for so long and it has really helped my TMJ issues!”

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