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BIODYNAMIC MANUAL VOICE THERAPY WORKSHOPS…
An integrated approach

Biodynamic Manual Voice Therapy Level I course March 8-9 2024.

Online follow up Thursday March 14 6-8:30 pm
**Just 1 spot left for this workshop!

Place: 433 Broadway, Providence, RI 02909

Cost: $675

**There are two spots for those who wish to re-take the course (If you have already taken BMVT1 or any previous version) at 50% off the regular rate ($337.50)

I hope you will join us for for the next in-depth learning experience that you won’t find elsewhere!

What makes Biodynamic Manual Voice Therapy offerings unique?

  • Small group size to enhance more connection and learning
  • Integrated approach to manual therapy (beyond MFR)
  • Trauma informed
  • Skills for self-manual therapy to help you AND your patients
  • Emphasis on manual therapy assessment and goals
  • Hierarchy of patient needs
  • Developed and taught by a SLP Voice Specialist
  • Embodied practices on and off the table

How to register:

1. Email me to let me know you intend to register.

2. Once you let me know I will respond to let you know you can make payment and there is room in the class.

3. Payment can be made with Zelle using: mgfava@clearvoicetherapy.com

Or by check to Clear Voice Therapy, 433 Broadway, Providence, RI 02909

**If you must use a credit card, you can do so through PayPal (mgfava@clearvoicetherapy.com). Please add $20 processing fee prior to making that payment.

Cancellation Policy/Covid Policy/Waitlist:

Because this is such a small class, cancellations can be made until January15th for a full refund (unless using credit card). After January 15th there will be no refund; however, you can transfer your enrollment to another person (in other words get another person to fill your spot).

If you have positive test for Covid right before the class you will be refunded -$50

If we need to cancel a BMVT course for any reason, a full tuition reimbursement will be issued for each participant. However please be aware that we are not liable for any costs other than for the tuition already paid including any travel expenses or lost fees.

If the course fills there will be a waitlist.

Agenda/Contact Hours

This course will be offered for 14.5 contact hours which includes the online follow up. I will provide a certificate of completion which can be used to self-report participation to ASHA if desired.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Identify different types and purposes of Biodynamic Manual Therapy
  2. Describe the basic anatomy and physiology of the respiratory, phonatory, resonatory, articulatory and nervous system
  3. Describe the implications for Biodynamic Manual Therapy as related to specific voice and swallowing disorders
  4. Apply Biodynamic Manual Therapy Evaluation and Treatment techniques for each sub-system as demonstrated
  5. Complete a 6-step protocol appropriate for your voice/speech/swallow patient

Local Accommodations:

The Wedding Cake House is a block away with lovely rooms ( beautifully renovated place with interesting architecture  and art- no TV’s). You have to call and say you are enrolled in BMVT class to book the room (401)-524-1417. Online reservations are blocked for March 7th. The link to check out the place- That link is here. There are a limited number of rooms available so do act quickly to make a reservation.

Are you ready to:

* EXPLORE the possibilities of what a gentle manual therapy approach can offer?

* ENGAGE in cutting edge healing modalities for voice, speech, and swallowing.

*ESTABLISH a firm foundation and understanding of respiratory, phonatory, articulatory and swallowing anatomy and physiology?

* EXPERIENCE what inner listening can provide to you and your patients?

* ENJOY providing and receiving healing touch?

A blue cube with a house inside of it.Biodynamic Manual Voice Therapy (BMVT) is a gentle hands-on, integrated approach used to address the structural components related to vocal function, speech and swallowing. The word “bio” means life and “dynamic” refers to motion, change and progress. In BMVT, the therapist works in tandem with the patient to improve mobility, symmetry, coordination and strength in the structures necessary for respiration, phonation, articulation, resonance and swallowing. Function is restored through seamless integration of a variety of manual therapy techniques, including Myofascial Release (MFR), Strain-Counterstrain (SCS), Muscle Energy (ME), Visceral Manipulation (VM) and Craniosacral Therapy (CST).

Students will be taught palpation skills, as there is a great deal of emphasis on developing sensitivity as a means for specific evaluation and treatment.

BMVT is a holistic therapy. Students will also learn to facilitate healing and growth by supporting the mind, emotions and spiritual health of their patients.


Biodynamic Manual Voice Therapy Level 2 course May 16-18, 2024

Registration is open for this 3-day class (+ online follow up) Online follow up Thursday May 30th 6-8:00 pm

Place: 433 Broadway, Providence, RI 02909

Cost: $875, Early Bird Rate $775 (register by March 15th)

*There are two spots for those who wish to re-take the course (If you have already taken BMVT2) at 50% off the regular rate ($437.50)

This 3-day workshop focuses on integrated manual therapy techniques to address voice, breathing and swallowing disorders. We will address the areas of rib cage, larynx, jaw, palate and nervous system through positional therapy, myofascial release, craniosacral therapy, contract relax technique and “gentle” graded mobilization. Focus will be on hands-on evaluation to identify areas of greatest dysfunction and to help determine appropriate treatment strategies. Trauma and the impact of trauma will be discussed. Exercises as well as hands-on techniques for reducing overwhelm and creating nervous system balance and the conditions for healing (for voice, swallowing, breathing dysfunctions) will be taught. The first two days will end with an hour of guided practice of your choice for skills taught each day.

How to register:

1. Email me to let me know you intend to register.

2. Once you let me know I will respond to let you know you can make payment and there is room in the class.

3. Payment can be made with Zelle using: mgfava@clearvoicetherapy.com Or by check to Clear Voice Therapy, 433 Broadway, Providence, RI 02909

**If you must use a credit card, you can do so through PayPal (mgfava@clearvoicetherapy.com).Please add $25 processing fee prior to making that payment.

Cancellation Policy/Covid Policy/Waitlist:

Because this is such a small class, cancellations can be made until March 15th for a full refund (unless using credit card). After March 15th there will be no refund; however, you can transfer your enrollment to another person (in other words get another person to fill your spot). If you have positive test for Covid right before the class you will be refunded -$50 If we need to cancel a BMVT course for any reason, a full tuition reimbursement will be issued for each participant. However please be aware that we are not liable for any costs other than for the tuition already paid including any travel expenses or lost fees.

Agenda/Contact Hours:

This course will be offered for 20.5 contact hours which includes the online follow up. A certificate of completion will be provided which can be used to self-report participation to ASHA if desired.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Describe at least 3 ways to influence the respiratory system with manual therapy.
  2. Explain Contract Relax Technique and Positional Therapy and describe when to utilize them.
  3. Discuss evaluation and treatment techniques using manual therapy and explain how this can help with voice, breathing and swallowing disorders.
  4. Describe which manual therapy techniques can be used to target muscles of mastication.
  5. Discuss different ways to influence the laryngeal muscles using manual therapy.
  6. Apply Manual Therapy Evaluation and Treatment techniques as demonstrated.

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Workshop Testimonials

“I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed your workshop. I have attended several hands-on training with SLP’s and yours was the best organized and monitored … The fact that there were two of you closely monitoring the room so any uncertainty, question or level of contact was monitored was exceptional. Thank you. I hope to be able to attend round 2.”

— Marina Gilman, MM, MA, CCC-SLP —

“As a singing voice teacher, I work alongside laryngologists and voice therapists helping injured singers regain their voice, as well as work with high-level Broadway performers. The hands-on work I learned with BMVT Level I has absolutely changed my practice. The work is extraordinary for injured singers who almost always come with excessive, compensatory tension. They are shocked at how good they feel once they get off the table and start singing again. They can feel, sometimes for the first time in a long time, how it feels to sing without the excess tensions they used for so long. I’ve also been looking for ways to help my Broadway performers navigate the fatigue and residual tension that comes from performing 8 shows a week (plus press events, rehearsals, etc.) and BMVT is the solution.”

— Amanda Flynn, Voice teacher, Vocologist —

“This is a great course, I highly recommend it. The small group set up allows ample of hands on and individual attention and feedback. Michele is very knowledgeable and has developed a simple effective protocol to follow in addition to many more manual techniques.”

— Hadas Golan, MS CCC-SLP —

“I highly recommend this course! Very important tools to have!!!! After I took Michele’s course I began using these techniques on almost ALL my voice patients!!!!! And Michele is an amazing teacher!”

— Barbara F. Worth MS CCC-SLP —