Parkinson’s Disease Voice Therapy

Parkinson’s Disease often affects one’s vocal quality, vocal volume, and articulation.

Common symptoms include:

  • Rate of speech that is slow

  • Reduced vocal volume with difficulty projecting

  • Slurred or mumbled speech

  • Impaired vocal quality (hoarse, strained, breathy)

  • Talking in a monotone pitch

  • Short phrases/sentences

  • Voice tremor

  • Troubling pronouncing sounds or words

How Deeper Roots Can Help

At Deeper Roots Speech Therapy, we utilize SPEAK OUT!™ by Parkinson Voice Project, a non-profit that aims to help those with Parkinson’s disease regain their voice and speak with intent!

SPEAK OUT!™ is a clinically proven program that teaches clients to speak with intent and rediscover their voice after a Parkinson’s diagnosis.

The program is typically 12 sessions across 4 weeks. A SPEAK OUT! workbook that includes vocal exercises, readings, and cognitive tasks is provided to each client through the Parkinson Voice Project for free.

Parkinson’s Disease can also affect cognition and swallowing. Visit our Cognitive and Swallowing Therapy pages for a list of common symptoms.