I specialize in the assessment and treatment of voice and upper airway disorders. My background as a professional actor and singer informs my clinical perspective, with particular expertise in professional voice use, aging voice, and gender-affirming voice care. I am passionate about advancing inclusive, evidence-based practice and often collaborate with laryngologists, voice scientists, and other allied health professionals to provide patient-centered care.
Expertise
- Voice Disorders
- Upper Airway Disorders
- Professional Voice Use
- Gender-Affirming Voice Training
Education
- Undergrad: University of South Dakota
- Graduate: Rockhurst University
- Fellowship: Lakeshore Professional Voice Center
Board Certifications
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP), American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
Professional Associations
- American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
- ASHA Special Interest Group 3: Voice and Upper Airway Disorders
- The Voice Foundation
- Pan American Vocology Association (PAVA)
- L’GASP (LGBTQ+ ASHA Caucus)
Research Summary
My clinical and research interests focus on professional voice, aging voice, and gender-affirming voice. I am particularly interested in bridging the gap between artistic voice use and clinical practice, ensuring equitable and affirming care for diverse patient populations.
Publications
- Navigating Levels of Interoception/Proprioception in Voice Use via Feedback Loops - The Voice Foundation Symposium (2025)
- Clinical Considerations in Gender-Affirming Voice Training – Michigan Speech-Language Hearing Association Conference (2025)
- Finding Your Voice: An Introduction to Gender Affirming Voice Training – Wayne State University “Coming Out Week” (2024)
- An Introduction to Voice Disorders – Dysphonia International, Detroit Metro Chapter Presentation (2024)
- Beyond Voice Therapy: Unique Considerations for Singers with Vocal Fold Nodules – Missouri Speech-Language-Hearing Association Conference (2024)
