In this Pride Month episode of Tell Me 'Bout It, I’m getting personal.

I open up about what it was like to come out while in graduate school—navigating my identity, my career, and the very field that would one day become my passion. It wasn’t always easy, but discovering who I was helped shape the clinician I am today.

We’ll also dive into gender-affirming voice care—what it is, why it matters, and how voice can be a powerful part of someone’s journey toward feeling seen, heard, and whole. From the technical to the emotional, this episode is all about honoring identity, voice, and the courage it takes to embrace both.

In this episode, I dive into why voice therapy shouldn't be a niche practice. Everyone uses their voice daily, from typical vocal users to vocal athletes like teachers, coaches, and business leaders. I explore how crucial our voices are in every aspect of life and share a personal story about discovering the power of my own voice. Plus, we discuss the need for better insurance coverage for voice therapy, because everyone deserves to have their voice heard. Tune in and find out why voice therapy should be mainstream!

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Website: cdspeech.com

In Episode 2 of Tell Me 'Bout It, I’m joined by my very first guest—Sasha Divain, an Estill Master Trainer and voice professor based in New York City. Recorded during a quick break at the Bridge to AI conference in Tampa, we dive into the world of Estill Voice Training from Sasha’s perspective. With a strong background in professional voice and a passion for teaching, Sasha brings both technical expertise and lived experience to her work—helping clients connect with their voices and guiding future professionals in understanding how the voice really works.

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Sasha Divain: https://www.instagram.com/sasha_divain/

Estill Voice: https://estillvoice.com/find-a-trainer/trainer-profile/?uid=428