The number of sessions depends on your diagnosis, your goals and how long your symptoms have been present. Some people benefit from only 2-3 sessions, while more complex voice disorders require 6 or more appointments.

For clients wishing to pursue gender affirming voice therapy, you may require 6-8 sessions but this varies from person to person.

If your voice has been persistently hoarse for more than three weeks, medical assessment by your GP or an ENT consultant is often recommended to identify the underlying cause. Once a diagnosis has been made, voice therapy can form an important part of your treatment.

You do not need to see an ENT prior to starting gender affirming voice therapy.

Clarissa has a rare combination of a clinical and creative background, as she is a Voice Therapist and Vocal Coach. She therefore has a deep understanding of the vocal demands on performers and professional voice users and can set you on the right path, fast.

Every initial consultation begins with understanding your voice, your work, your lifestyle and your goals.

Your appointment may include:

• Detailed case history

• Perceptual voice assessment

• Acoustic and functional voice assessment where appropriate

• Identification of contributing factors

• Discussion of any ENT findings

• Individualised therapy plan

• Practical exercises tailored to your voice

Treatment is evidence-based and designed around your specific diagnosis and personal goals.

In some cases, yes. For certain functional voice disorders and some benign vocal fold lesions, specialist voice therapy may significantly improve symptoms and reduce or remove the need for surgery.

Yes. Online voice therapy appointments are available and are suitable for clients across the UK and internationally.