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), Positional Therapy, mobilization techniques, Contract-Relax Technique (CRT), Visceral Manipulation, and Craniosacral Therapy (CST).
There is strong emphasis on developing palpation skills as a means for specific evaluation and treatment.
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?
BMVT offers all of this and more! This is a holistic therapy that trains students to facilitate improved function by supporting the integrated connection between voice, body, mind and emotions.
What makes Biodynamic Manual Voice Therapy offerings unique?
- Small group size to enhance more connection and learning
- Trauma informed, somatic practices for on and off the table
- Develops skills for self-manual therapy to help you AND your patients
- Emphasis on manual therapy assessment and goals
- Identifies a hierarchy of patient needs
- Developed and taught by a SLP Voice Specialist
"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 --
Level1
Biodynamic Manual Voice Therapy Level 1
This 2 day workshop introduces the speech therapist to an integrated manual therapy approach to address the structures related to respiration, phonation and swallowing. Anatomy is a core component of this training. While multiple manual therapy modalities are presented, Level 1 emphasizes myofascial release as the primary focus. This is an opportunity to develop skills that you can use with your patients or students first day back in the office or clinic. It is a unique manual therapy offering specifically for SLP’s by a SLP (although voice teachers, massage therapists, OT and PT’s are welcome!).
Place: 433 Broadway, Providence, RI 02909
Cost: $695
November 5 and 6, 2026 – 9:00am-5:00pm
Plus online follow up Thursday November 12th, 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Take $50 off with Early Bird Discount if registered and paid in full before Wednesday, June 3, 2026.
Click Here to Register for November 2026
March 18 and 19, 2027 – 9:00am-5:00pm
Plus online follow up Thursday March 25th, 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Take $50 off with Early Bird Discount if registered and paid in full before Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
Click Here to Register for March 2027
September 9 and 10, 2027 – 9:00am-5:00pm
Plus online follow up Thursday September 16th, 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Take $50 off with Early Bird Discount if registered and paid in full before Wednesday, March 17, 2027.
Click Here to Register for September 2027
Agenda/Contact Hours
This 2 day course will be offered for 14.5 contact hours. This includes the 2 hour online follow up. I will provide a certificate of completion which can be used to self-report participation to ASHA if desired.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify different types and purposes of Biodynamic Manual Therapy
- Describe the basic anatomy and physiology of the respiratory, phonatory,
resonatory, articulatory and nervous system - Describe the implications for Biodynamic Manual Therapy as related to specific voice and swallowing disorders
- Apply Biodynamic Manual Therapy Evaluation and Treatment techniques for each sub-system as demonstrated
- Complete a 6-step protocol appropriate for your voice/speech/swallow patient
Level2
Biodynamic Manual Voice Therapy Level 2
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 additional hour of guided practice of skills taught each day.
Place: 433 Broadway, Providence, RI 02909
Cost: $895
Registration for Level 2 opens April 1, 2027. If you would like to indicate your interest for early enrollment, email natasha@clearvoicetherapy.com
November 4, 5, and 6, 2027 – 9:00am-5:00pm
Plus online follow up Thursday November 11th 6:30pm-8:30pm
Take $50 off with Early Bird Discount if registered and paid in full before Wednesday, June 2, 2027.
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:
- Describe at least 3 ways to influence the respiratory system with manual therapy.
- Explain Contract Relax Technique and Positional Therapy and describe when to utilize them.
- Discuss evaluation and treatment techniques using manual therapy and explain how this can help with voice, breathing and swallowing disorders.
- Describe which manual therapy techniques can be used to target muscles of mastication.
- Discuss different ways to influence the laryngeal muscles using manual therapy.
- Apply Manual Therapy Evaluation and Treatment techniques as demonstrated.
Level3
Biodynamic Manual Voice Therapy Level 3
This new 3-day workshop continues to deepen and expand skills in order to address the upper airway and voice. We will add visceral work for thoracic and abdominal organs, in order to support the nervous system, voice, breathing, and digestion. We will also learn ways to help drain the sinuses. intra-oral techniques will be expanded on. Additional trauma tools including hands-on techniques for working with the nervous system to reduce physiologic stress will be taught. There will be an opportunity to deepen evaluation skills. The first two days will end with an additional hour of guided practice of skills taught each day.
Place: 433 Broadway, Providence, RI 02909
Cost: $895
Next Session 2027 TBA
Plus online follow up one week later
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:
- Describe at least 3 ways to influence digestion with manual therapy.
- Discuss and demonstrate sinus release techniques and how they are clinically relevant.
- Discuss and demonstrate techniques that influence the nervous system.
- Perform intra-oral manual therapy techniques and explain how they can facilitate voice, speech and swallowing function.
- Describe how a trauma informed approach can help patients engage and participate more fully in voice and speech therapy.
- Apply Manual Therapy Evaluation and Treatment techniques as demonstrated.
"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 --
Local Accommodations:
After registration, we will send along a list of lodging recommendations as well as nearby local restaurants. Please reach out to us if you would like these lists prior to registering.
The Wedding Cake House is the closest accommodation and is a block away. This beautifully renovated place with interesting architecture has no TVs but offers lovely art and friendly people. Let them know when booking that you are taking a BMVT course at Clear Voice Therapy. This is the link for Wedding Cake house, and (401)-524-1417 is their number. There are a limited number of rooms available here, but it is a delightful place to stay. For a list of additional local accommodations, please contact us.
Cancellations
Because classes are so small, cancellations can be made up until 90 days prior to the workshop for a full refund (unless using credit card). After this point there will be no refund. You may transfer your enrollment to another person.
If we need to cancel a BMVT course for any reason, a full tuition reimbursement will be issued for each participant.
Please be aware that we are not liable for additional costs such as travel expenses or lost fees.
If the course fills, there will be a waitlist. Please let us know you’re interested as soon as possible so we can add you.
COMMUNITY PRACTICE DAY
Next Date TBA
Community Practice Day is offered at no charge. Open to students of all BMVT levels, this is an opportunity to connect, practice, and grow. We will use this time to try out techniques, ask questions, and talk about ways to integrate BMVT into practice. After a few hours of hands-on work, we will share a meal and have plenty of time to chat. The meal is provided, but students are welcome to contribute.
"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 --
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"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 --
BMVT Certification Program
-increase your skill level by mastering the techniques taught in all three workshops
-gain confidence in the techniques through classes, private Q+As and one-on-one personal sessions
-share your expertise with current and future clients; show them you are committed to learning
-become eligible for teaching assistant opportunities and masterclasses
-get a priority listing on our “BMVT” find a practitioner website