Lee Silverman Voice Therapy (LSVT LOUD)

Melissa Clegg and Chrissie Elworthy are trained and experienced LSVT LOUD certified clinicians. Melissa has been providing LSVT Loud to individuals for almost 22 years.

 

​Why Choose LSVT LOUD?​

There are many reasons to choose LSVT LOUD, including:

• 30 years of evidence based research which proves that the concentrated approach, structured program with consistent practice and measurable results really can carry over into real life communication

• Research published in The British Medical Journal, July 2024, found that people who completed the LSVT LOUD programme had clearer, stronger voices and felt more confident. This intensive therapy worked significantly better than standard NHS speech therapy or no therapy at all

• Boosts confidence and social interaction - people often feel more empowered to engage in conversation and less isolated

• Historically speech treatments for people with Parkinson's Disease focus on weekly articulation and rate of speech drills. LSVT LOUD targets only improving the loudness of your voice to "normal" levels in an intensive and high effort manner daily for 4 weeks.​

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What are the Benefits?

LSVT LOUD helps you speak clearly and confidently by using tailored exercises to strengthen your voice and improve how easily others can hear and understand you. While the focus is on increasing vocal effort, it’s not about shouting—just using your “everyday loud” voice effectively. Research shows that LSVT LOUD not only helps increase vocal loudness, but can also improve speech clarity, intonation, swallowing and facial expression. Studies have found lasting benefits for people with Parkinson’s and similar conditions, supporting its effectiveness in improving overall communication and general wellbeing.

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Read more about LSVT Loud here

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What can our therapists at Neuro Speech Clinic offer?

• Highly skilled and experienced delivery of the LSVT LOUD program with materials and resources

• Tailored, engaging, fun and motivating sessions specific to your interests and goals. This is essential to ensure the best possible outcomes

• Intensive voice therapy to help you learn how to improve the loudness of your voice without causing any harm

• Sessions delivered in person, online or a combination of the 2. Research has shown that LSVT LOUD is just as effective whether online or in person

• Program is 4 weeks, with 4 x 60 minute sessions per week with set daily homework practice. We will also provide specific exercises which we would recommend are undertaken once a day when the programme is complete to ensure the improvements are maintained

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Please get in touch to find out how we can help you or a family member. We are happy to talk through the program, content and delivery. The next step is to arrange an assessment with us to determine if this approach will work for you. 

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