Why does your voice matter professionally? Explore how voice quality affects credibility, identity, and the importance of developing clear, confident sound.
Your Voice Matters: Developing a Clear, Confident, and Professional Sound Read Post »
What is social-pragmatic communication disorder in adults? Learn about social communication challenges beyond childhood and strategies for workplace and relationships.
Social-Pragmatic Communication Disorder Read Post »
How do you have successful small talk? WELL SAID shares practical tips for adults navigating social conversations in professional and personal settings.
How To Successfully Have Small Talk Read Post »
How does anxiety affect your voice? Learn about the physical and vocal changes that occur with anxiety and strategies to maintain voice control under stress.
The Effect That Anxiety Can Have On The Voice Read Post »
How long does it take to modify an accent? Learn about realistic timelines, factors that affect progress, and what to expect from accent modification therapy.
How Long Does It Take To Modify An Accent? Read Post »
What is a lisp? WELL SAID explains this common articulation difference, types of lisps (frontal, lateral), causes, and whether treatment is needed for adults.
What is the link between breathing and speech? Learn how breath support affects voice quality, endurance, and why proper breathing matters for professional speakers.
The Link Between Breathing and Speech Read Post »
What is active listening? Learn why active listening is the foundation of effective communication—techniques for focus, comprehension, and meaningful professional interaction.
Active Listening: The Window To Effective Communication Read Post »
How do you reduce physical tension for better communication? Learn about body awareness, relaxation techniques, and releasing tension that affects voice and speech.
Reducing Physical Tension Read Post »
What is aphasia? Spotlight on this language disorder after stroke or brain injury—types, symptoms, and communication strategies for adults and caregivers.
Spotlight: Aphasia Read Post »
How does inattention affect communication? Learn about ADHD, listening challenges, and strategies to improve focus and engagement in conversations for adults.
Inattention When Communicating Read Post »
What makes the best and worst presentations? Learn from examples of effective and ineffective public speaking—delivery, content, engagement techniques.
Best And Worst Presentations Read Post »
What does living an authentic, assertive lifestyle mean? Learn about assertive communication as a way of being—not just a technique—for genuine self-expression.
Living An Authentic (Assertive) Lifestyle Read Post »
How do you answer questions confidently? Learn techniques for responding in interviews, meetings, and presentations—organization, clarity, and poise under pressure.
Answering Questions Read Post »
Have you ever experienced difficulties saying ‘no’ to others? Why do you think that happens? Sometimes it may be that we feel bad hurting other’s feelings, or we form elaborate stories in our mind that may potentially play out when we say ‘no’.
Having More Confidence Saying ‘NO’ Read Post »
What are your assertive rights? Learn about the fundamental rights that support assertive communication—saying no, changing your mind, and expressing yourself.
Our Assertive Rights Read Post »
Having problems with executive functions? Learn about planning, organization, time management, and how executive dysfunction affects communication in adults with ADHD.
Having Problems With Executive Functions? Read Post »
Are masks affecting your voice? Learn how face coverings impact vocal effort, projection, and communication—plus strategies to maintain voice health while masked.
Are Masks Affecting Your Voice? Read Post »
Having difficulties giving feedback at work? Learn communication strategies for delivering constructive criticism that strengthens relationships and drives performance.
Difficulties Giving Feedback? Read Post »
Are you sometimes talking and all of a sudden you blank because the word you are trying to use just isn’t coming to mind? Well, this is something we call word finding or word retrieval. Having difficulties finding words is something that happens to everyone at some point or another.
Can’t Remember Your Words? Read Post »
What is muscle tension dysphonia? Learn how excessive throat tension causes voice problems and evidence-based therapy techniques to restore effortless speaking.
Muscle Tension Dysphonia Read Post »
What are the differences between pitch, intonation, and inflection? Learn how these vocal elements convey meaning, emotion, and intention in adult communication.
Differences Between Pitch, Intonation, and Inflection Read Post »
Often I have a lot of clients telling me that they are having difficulties with the ‘L’ sound. So why is it so hard to say the ‘L’ in words in English such as ‘ball’, when you already have this sound in your language as well? The reason is because there are differences in how we pronounce the ‘L’ sound in English.
Are You Having Difficulty With The ‘L’ Sound? Read Post »
As most of us know by now or at least have heard something about it, USA President Joe Biden stutters. He has struggled with stuttering his whole life.
USA President Joe Biden’s Stutter Read Post »
What’s the difference between psychiatrist, psychologist, and psychotherapist? Learn about mental health professionals and when to seek each for communication support.
Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Or Psychotherapist Read Post »
Speech-Language Pathology (SLP), Occupational therapy (OT), and Physical therapy (PT) are all types of rehabilitation therapy. Rehabilitation therapy provides assessment and treatment for people to help regain their function whether it be there speech/language, physical, or everyday life skills. Here we will discuss each individual therapy and the similarities and differences between all three professions.
SLP vs OT vs PT: What’s The Difference? Read Post »
How is stuttering explained? Learn about the neurological basis, types of disfluencies, current research, and what causes stuttering in children and adults.
Stuttering Explained Read Post »
What is tension and how do you reduce it? Learn about physical and vocal tension, how it affects communication, and relaxation techniques for better speaking.
What Is Tension And How To Reduce It Read Post »
What is uptalk? Learn about rising intonation at the end of statements, when it’s problematic, and how to develop more authoritative speaking patterns.
WELL SAID online courses coming soon! Learn about upcoming digital learning opportunities for adult speech, voice, and professional communication skills.
Online Courses Coming Soon! Read Post »
How do you communicate effectively in the workplace? Learn essential professional communication skills, common challenges, and strategies for workplace success.
How To Communicate In The Workplace Read Post »
What is vocal hygiene? Discover essential habits to protect your voice, prevent hoarseness, and maintain healthy voice use for work and daily life.
What Is Vocal Hygiene? and How to Care for your Voice Read Post »
WELL SAID office expansion complete! Learn about new clinical spaces, improved accessibility, and enhanced services for adult speech therapy clients.
Office Expansion Complete Read Post »
Meet Anna Pasternak, M.Sc., speech-language pathologist at WELL SAID. Learn about her clinical background, specializations, and approach to adult speech therapy.
Finally A Formal Introduction – Anna Pasternak, M.Sc. Read Post »
Why is weekly home practice important? Learn how consistent between-session practice accelerates speech therapy progress and makes changes automatic for adults.
Weekly Home Practice Read Post »
