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The Agentic Voice Podcast
In this podcast we involve stakeholders such as laryngologists, speech-language pathologists, therapists and other allied health professionals, vocal coaches, professional voice users, patients, and scientists in on-going discussion on how trauma-informed care can advance health equity for vulnerable populations seeking voice care. We also aim to increase awareness of the prevalence and effects of trauma on the voice, and the agentic practices that improve patient and client outcomes.
In this episode we discussed neurodiversity and gender affirming voice care with Ruchi Kapila.
The Agentic Voice Podcast does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Guests and speakers reflect a variety of viewpoints that do not necessarily represent the views of The Agentic Voice Podcast. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.
References
Goldberg, A., Kapila, R. (2023). Barriers to care and cultural responsiveness in trans and gender nonconforming voice modification. In M. Courey (Ed.), Voice and Communication in Transgender and Gender Diverse Individuals. (pp. 27–42). Springer Nature Switzerland AG.
Goodwin, M.E., Kapila, R., Pilchman, R. (2021). Patient reported outcomes & data collection in treatment seeking Transgender and Gender Nonconforming individuals.In M. Courey (Ed.), Voice and Communication in Transgender and Gender Diverse Individuals. (pp. 43-64). Springer Nature Switzerland AG.
The Hyndsyte Project
Safo, N., Soderstrom, E. (2024, June 17). Inside the World of Gender Affirming Vocal Care[Audio Podcast Episode].In Marketplace
In this episode we discussed empowering singers through the use of storytelling with Bill Wesbrooks.
The Agentic Voice Podcast does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Guests and speakers reflect a variety of viewpoints that do not necessarily represent the views of The Agentic Voice Podcast. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.
References
Wesbrooks, W. (2014). Dramatic Circumstances: On Acting, Singing, and Living Inside the Stories We Tell. Roman & Littlefield.
In this episode we discussed a trauma-informed care tool kit for voice care professionals with Gwen Merrick.
The Agentic Voice Podcast does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Guests and speakers reflect a variety of viewpoints that do not necessarily represent the views of The Agentic Voice Podcast. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.
References
Gwen Merrick Therapy 2023. Trauma Informed SLP.
Merrick, G., Reynolds, A., Vastine, W. (2023). Navigating trauma at the highest level of care. [Conference Session]. Fall Voice Conference, Washington D.C., United States
In this episode we discussed moral injury and burnout in speech-language pathology and gender affirming voice care with Becks von Duering (they/them/theirs).
The Agentic Voice Podcast does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Guests and speakers reflect a variety of viewpoints that do not necessarily represent the views of The Agentic Voice Podcast. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.
References
Evans, M. Y. (Host). (2023, April 15). Pediatric Speech Sister Saturdays (No. 24) [ Video Podcast episode]. Moral Injury in Speech-Language Pathology w/ Rebecca K. von Duering
van Leer, E. (2021) Enhancing Adherence to Voice Therapy via Social Cognitive Strategies. Seminars in Speech Language Pathology
Miguel, H., White, N., von Duering, R. K. (Hosts). Queer SLP Podcast
In this episode we discussed coping with the stressors of reinventing yourself as a performer with Harolyn Blackwell. We also discussed how soft skills can help sustain a singing career and taking up space as a singer.The Agentic Voice Podcast does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Guests and speakers reflect a variety of viewpoints that do not necessarily represent the views of The Agentic Voice Podcast. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.ReferencesBlau, E. (1990, November 14). An impish coloratura who takes risks. The New York TimesKozinn, A. (1992, February 14). Harolyn Blackwell marches off calmly to join ‘Le Regiment.’ The New York TimesRothstein, E. (1994, February 27). CLASSICAL VIEW; The undying of a diva: Why here? The New York TimesSchwarz, K. R. (1996, October 13). A singer and a niche. The New York TimesSmith, S. (2009, March 24). Song tributes to artists who broke down barriers. The New York Time
In this episode we discussed building a new voice institute with Christine Estes, some of her latest research with singers, and the importance of trauma-informed principles such as “safety,” “collaboration and mutuality” and “empowerment, voice and choice.” The Agentic Voice Podcast does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Guests and speakers reflect a variety of viewpoints that do not necessarily represent the views of The Agentic Voice Podcast. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.ReferencesRives, H., Clark, C. M., Estes, C. M., & Sulica, L. (2023). Return to Vocal Performance Following Microlaryngoscopy in Singers. Laryngoscope.Murphy Estes C, Chadwick K, Sadoughi B, Andreadis K, Sussman S, Sulica L. (2022) Performers’ perceptions of vocal function during steroid treatment. LaryngoscopeMurphy Estes C, Chadwick K, Sadoughi B, Andreadis K, Sussman S, Sulica L. (2021) Prospective evaluation of singing on steroids: Testing the truth of received wisdom. Laryngoscope
In this episode we discussed comparative voice pedagogy and the Feldenkrais Method with Elizabeth Blades. To find out more about Feldenkrais, check out Betsy’s short courses with the Voice Study Centre entitled, Singing with Your Whole Self: An Introduction to Feldenkrais Awareness through Movement and May the Ease be with You: Taming Tension and Performance Anxiety with Feldenkrais Awareness through Movement.The Agentic Voice Podcast does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Guests and speakers reflect a variety of viewpoints that do not necessarily represent the views of The Agentic Voice Podcast. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.ReferencesNelson, S. H. (2018). Singing with your whole self : a singer’s guide to Feldenkrais awareness through movement (E. L. Blades (Ed.); Second edition.). Rowman & Littlefield.Blades, E. L. (2002). A spectrum of voices : prominent American voice teachers discuss the teaching of singing. Scarecrow Press.NATS Interview A spectrum of voices: Then and now
In this episode we discussed singer agency and self-advocacy with Olithea Anglin. Olithea is a singer, performer and teaching artist. Find out what she has to say about the joy of being a teaching artist, mentorship, finding her authentic voice as an artist and performer, and self-advocacy.
The Agentic Voice Podcast does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Guests and speakers reflect a variety of viewpoints that do not necessarily represent the views of The Agentic Voice Podcast. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.
Are trauma and resilience both embodied? Find out what Erin Schmura of Helou Laboratory and Schmura Studio has to say. Also tune in for a discussion of her capstone project at the University of Pittsburgh and her journey as a professional voice user and voice care practitioner. To request a free copy of the Voice and Trauma info-poster, go to https://www.voiceandtrauma.com/schmura-helou and follow the Google Form request steps.
The Agentic Voice Podcast does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Guests and speakers reflect a variety of viewpoints that do not necessarily represent the views of The Agentic Voice Podcast. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.
References
Aronson, A. E. (1990). Clinical voice disorders: An interdisciplinary approach (3. ed). Thieme.
Becker, D. R., Welch, B., Monti, E., Sullivan, H., & Helou, L. B. (2022). Investigating Past Trauma in Laryngoresponders Versus Non-Laryngoresponders: Piloting New Methods in an Exploratory Study. Journal of Voice.
Helou, L. B., Welch, B., Hoch, S., Gartner-Schmidt, J. (In Press). Self-reported stress, trauma, and prevalence of laryngoresponders in the general population. In press
Mayne, G., Namazi, M. (2023). Social determinants of health: Implications for voice disorders
and their treatment. American Journal of Speech Language Pathology.
Schmura, E., Helou, L. B. (2023) Voice and Trauma [Student Capstone Poster Project]. MA-SLP Concentration in Voice Program at the University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.
Schmura, E. [Voice and Trauma Research and Connection Group]. (2023, February 17). The Kintsugi Larynx: Advocating Awareness Through Conversation [Video]. Vimeo.
Van der Kolk, B. A. (2015). The body keeps the score: Brain, mind, and body in the healing of trauma. Penguin Books.
In episode 20, “Heather Gross on Shared Stories and Lived Experiences,” co-hosts Geneva Mayne and Kristen Ruiz chat with Heather Gross, MS, CCC-SLP, RYT of Live Vocally about how our voices become silenced and the healing process for unlocking a silenced voice. We also discussed the power of shared stories and lived experiences as part of a healing journey. We were so grateful to have heard Heather Gross’s lived experience and hear how she supports others in their healing journeys.
The Agentic Voice Podcast does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Guests and speakers reflect a variety of viewpoints that do not necessarily represent the views of The Agentic Voice Podcast. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.
References
https://ndnr.com/pain-medicine/pain-as-teacher/ https://www.eomega.org/article/can-illness-be-an-opportunity https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5579396/ https://drjockers.com/vagal-tone/ VoyageLA (2022, June 27). Meet Heather Gross of Live Vocally Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2014). SAMHSA's concept of trauma and guidance for a trauma-informed approach.
Is racial trauma really real? Find out what actor and speech-language pathologist Dr. Jonathan O. White of Elevated Speech Therapy and Talks With Jon, has to say about his own experiences with discrimination, posttraumatic growth and resilience.
The Agentic Voice Podcast does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Guests and speakers reflect a variety of viewpoints that do not necessarily represent the views of The Agentic Voice Podcast. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.
References
Mayne, G., Namazi, M. (2023). Social determinants of health: Implications for voice disorders and their treatment. American Journal of Speech Language Pathology.
Mayne, G., Patten, S. Namazi, M., (2022, April 25-27). An investigation into the relationship between social determinants of health and voice disorders [Poster Presentation]. Kean Research Days, Union, NJ, United States
Viola, D. (2022). Finding Me. HarperOne
VoyageLA (2021, October 27). Life and Work with Jonathan White
White, J. [Real Talks with John]. (2021, September 5). Why I quit my 100K career as a speech pathologist [Video]. YouTube.
Williams, M. T., Printz, D. M. B., & DeLapp, R. C. T. (2018). Assessing racial trauma with the trauma symptoms of discrimination scale. Psychology of Violence
What is the biggest barrier to singing across genres or styles with ease? Find out in episode 17, “Brian Gill on Agency Across Styles and Genres.” In this episode co-hosts Geneva Mayne and Kristen Ruiz chat with Dr. Brian Gill, DMA, of Gill Mindful Voice Training about training singers to cross genres with ease. For more information on The Science of the Singing Voice course mentioned during this episode, contact Dr. Johan Sundberg directly at jsu@kth.se. The course will take place in Sweden, June 10th-13th, 2023.
The Agentic Voice Podcast does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Guests and speakers reflect a variety of viewpoints that do not necessarily represent the views of The Agentic Voice Podcast. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.
References
Sundberg, J., La, F. M. B., & Gill, B. P. (2016). Voice Source Variation Between Vowels in Male Opera Singers. Journal of Voice.
Patel, R. R., Sundberg, J., Gill, B., & Lã, F. M. B. (2022). Glottal Airflow and Glottal Area Waveform Characteristics of Flow Phonation in Untrained Vocally Healthy Adults. Journal of Voice.
Gill, B. P., Lee, J., Lã, F. M. B., & Sundberg, J. (2020). Spectrum Effects of a Velopharyngeal Opening in Singing. Journal of Voice.
Sundberg, J., La, F. M. B., & Gill, B. P. (2013). Formant Tuning Strategies in Professional Male Opera Singers. Journal of Voice.
How can we encourage greater collaboration among voice care practitioners? Find out what Joshua Glasner, MM, PhD, has to say.
The Agentic Voice Podcast does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Guests and speakers reflect a variety of viewpoints that do not necessarily represent the views of The Agentic Voice Podcast. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.References
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2014). SAMHSA's concept of trauma and guidance for a trauma-informed approach.
World Health Organization (2010). Framework for action on interprofessional education and collaborative practice.
Goffi-Fynn, J. C., & Carroll, L. M. (2013). Collaboration and Conquest: MTD as Viewed by
Voice Teacher (Singing Voice Specialist) and Speech-Language Pathologist. Journal of Voice.
What exactly is a laryngoresponder? And does mindfulness improve vocal agency? Find out what Diana Rose Becker, M.S., CCC-SLP and colleagues discovered in their research.
The Agentic Voice Podcast does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Guests and speakers reflect a variety of viewpoints that do not necessarily represent the views of The Agentic Voice Podcast. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.
References
Becker, D. R., Shelly, S., Kavalieratos, D., Maira, C., & Gillespie, A. I. (2022). Immediate Effects of Mindfulness Meditation on the Voice. Journal of Voice.
Becker, D. R., Welch, B., Monti, E., Sullivan, H., & Helou, L. B. (2022). Investigating Past Trauma in Laryngoresponders Versus Non-Laryngoresponders: Piloting New Methods in an Exploratory Study. Journal of Voice.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2014).
SAMHSA's concept of trauma and guidance for a trauma-informed approach.
What exactly is the problem with muscle tension dysphonia? Listen to our chat with Judith Wodzak, M.A., CCC-SLP of Voices Ablaze to find out!The Agentic Voice Podcast does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Guests and speakers reflect a variety of viewpoints that do not necessarily represent the views of The Agentic Voice Podcast. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.ReferencesGillespie, Amanda I., Jackie Gartner-Schmidt, Elaine N. Rubinstein, and Katherine Verdolini Abbott. (2013). Aerodynamic Profiles of Women with Muscle Tension Dysphonia/Aphonia. Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research Mayne, G., Namazi, M. (2023). Social determinants of health: Implications for voice disorders and their treatment. American Journal of Speech Language Pathology. American Journal of Speech-Language PathologyMayne, G., Wodzak, J. (2022, August 19-21) Pain, trauma, and the voice [Special Session]. Hybrid Pan-American Vocology Association Symposium. Minneapolis, MN, United StatesSubstance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2014). SAMHSA's concept of trauma and guidance for a trauma-informed approach. Wodzak, J. (2022). Past and current issues in functional voice disorder classification. Voice and Speech Review.
In episode thirteen, “Jeremy de Tolly on Community and Connection,” co-hosts Geneva Mayne and Kristen Ruiz talk with Jeremy de Tolly about singing with joy, the importance of communities and connection, and regulating ourselves before, after and during performance tasks related to communication (e.g. singing and speaking). He reintroduces us to the concept of Ubuntu, a South African concept, brought to mainstream U.S. culture through the decolonizing work of Nelson Mandela and Bishop Desmond Tutu to end apartheid. Check out Jeremy’s website here.
The Agentic Voice Podcast does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Guests and speakers reflect a variety of viewpoints that do not necessarily represent the views of The Agentic Voice Podcast. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.
References:
Babbel, S., & Glenn, M. (2018). Heal the Body, Heal the Mind : A Somatic Approach to Moving Beyond Trauma. New Harbinger Publications.
Benson, H., Beary, J., & Carol, M. P. (1974). The relaxation response. Psychiatry, 37, 37-46.
Dusek, J. A., & Benson, H. (2009). Mind body medicine: A model of the comparative clinical impact of the acute stress and relaxation responses. Minnesota Medicine, 92(5), 47-50.
Mischke-Reeds, Manuela. Somatic Psychotherapy Toolbox : 125 Worksheets and Exercises to Treat Trauma and Stress, PESI, 2018. ProQuest Ebook Central, https://www.worldcat.org/title/somatic-psychotherapy-toolbox-125-worksheets-and-exercises-to-treat-trauma-stress/oclc/1048925545.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2014). SAMHSA's conceptof trauma and guidance for a trauma-informed approach.
In episode 12, “Megan Durham on Empowerment, Voice and Choice,” co-hosts Geneva Mayne and Kristen Ruiz chat with Megan Durham of Respire Vocal Wellness about empowerment, voice and choice as a key principle of trauma-informed voice care. Megan led somatic practices around the concepts of dignity, humility and consent which were inspired by the work of Kai Cheng Thom, who is a Writer, Somatic Coach, and Loving Justice ActivistThe Agentic Voice Podcast does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Guests and speakers reflect a variety of viewpoints that do not necessarily represent the views of The Agentic Voice Podcast. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.ReferencesDurham, M. (2023). Singing in Co-Harmony: An Introduction to Trauma Informed Voice Care. Journal of Singing, 79(3), 369-378.Martin, B. (2022). The Art of Receiving and Giving: The Wheel of Consent. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2014). SAMHSA's concept of trauma and guidance for a trauma-informed approach.
In episode eleven, Ring Out the Old and Ring in the New with PAVA, co-hosts Geneva Mayne and Kristen Ruiz discuss beliefs and practices to leave behind in 2022 on our way to implementing trauma-informed voice care. This episode was created with the Pan-American Vocology Association (PAVA). Check out their website here.
The Agentic Voice Podcast does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Guests and speakers reflect a variety of viewpoints that do not necessarily represent the views of The Agentic Voice Podcast. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.
References
Delose. (2014). Forecasting self-control: how do people think about the difficulty of future self-control? [University of Georgia].
Garrity, A. W. (2022). The why, what, and how of trauma-informed educational practices. Perspectives of the ASHA Special Interest Groups.
Green, J. & Spikins, P. (2020). Not just a virtue: the evolution of self-control, Time and Mind, 13(2) p.117-139
Maier, S. et al. (2015). Acute Stress Impairs Self-Control in Goal-Directed Choice by Altering Multiple Functional Connections within the Brain’s Decision Circuits. Neuron, 87(3) p521-631.Soutschek, A., et al. (2016) Brain stimulation reveals crucial role of overcoming self-centeredness in self-control. Science Advances, 2(10) p. 1-8.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2014). SAMHSA's concept
of trauma and guidance for a trauma-informed approach.
Tullett AM, Inzlicht M. (2010). The voice of self-control: blocking the inner voice increases
impulsive responding. Acta Psychologica, 135(2) p. 252-256.
In episode ten, Responding through Policies, co-hosts Geneva Mayne and Kristen Ruiz are joined by special guest Sean Moonsammy, a singer and voice-specializing speech language pathologist in New York City. They spoke about intersectionality, representation and responding to trauma through policies. The Allied Health Workforce Diversity Act of 2021 is designed to increase representation of underrepresented groups within rehabilitation professions such as speech-language pathology among others. Check out Sean’s advocacy work for the Allied Health Workforce Diversity Act of 2021 and his recent feature in the ASHA Leader.
The Agentic Voice Podcast does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Guests and speakers reflect a variety of viewpoints that do not necessarily represent the views of The Agentic Voice Podcast. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.
References
Hutchins, Shelly D. (2022, January 8). Operatic SLP treats voice disorders with sensitivity. ASHA Leader. https://leader.pubs.asha.org/do/10.1044/leader.LML.27012022.28/full/
Sean Moonsamy. (2022, October 9). H.R.3320 - Allied Health Workforce Diversity Act of 2021 YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4OT4CpklVpI
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2014). SAMHSA's concept of trauma and guidance for a trauma-informed approach.
In episode nine, Agency Through Trustworthiness and Transparency, co-hosts Geneva Mayne and Kristen Ruiz are joined by special guest Jillian Paige of Meisner in Music in New York City. They talked about gaining expressive freedom through acknowledging the truth of what we are feeling in the moment. Trustworthiness and transparency is one of the six key principles of a trauma-informed approach. Creating and inhabiting safe spaces where we are able to truthfully acknowledge what we are thinking and feeling is an important part of trauma-informed voice care. Mindful awareness of what we are thinking and feeling gives us freedom and agency to express ourselves authentically. The Agentic Voice Podcast does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Guests and speakers reflect a variety of viewpoints that do not necessarily represent the views of The Agentic Voice Podcast. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.
References
Dunn, K. A.(2019). Hidden Damage: When Uninformed Casting and Actor Training Disregard the Effect of Character Embodiment on Students of Color. Theatre Symposium. 27, 68-79.
Esper W, DiMarco D. (2008). The Actor’s Art and Craft : William Esper Teaches the Meisner Technique. Anchor Books. Accessed October 27, 2022.
Meisner, S., & Longwell, D. (1987). Sanford Meisner on acting. New York, NY: Random House, Inc.
McLaughlin, J. A. (2012). Meisner across paradigms : the phenomenal dynamic of Sanford Meisner’s technique of acting and its resonances with postmodern performance. Accessed October 27, 2022.
Panero M. E. (2019). A Psychological Exploration of the Experience of Acting. Creativity Research Journal. 31(4), 428-442.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (2014). SAMHSA's conceptof trauma and guidance for a trauma-informed approach.
In episode eight, Take Up Space, co-hosts Geneva Mayne and Kristen Ruiz are joined by special guest, Marcia Lesser, a somatic experiencing practitioner. They discuss the psychological and physiological implications of contraction, or not “taking up space.” They explore the role of social interaction and socio-cultural systems on learning and development; and how these systems serve to enhance or inhibit learning & development. Marcia Lesser presents ideas and strategies for empowerment, by which one can learn to take up more space; thereby expressing one’s voice with freedom. Somatic Experiencing International (2021) describes their program as "a body-oriented therapeutic model applied in multiple professions and professional settings—psychotherapy, medicine, coaching, teaching, and physical therapy— for healing trauma and other stress disorders," (p. 5). To learn more about SE, see their website and media kit. To contact Marica Lesser or learn more about her work, see her website. The Agentic Voice Podcast does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Our guests and speakers reflect a variety of viewpoints that do not necessarily represent the views of The Agentic Voice Podcast. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately. References Rogoff, B. (2003). The cultural nature of human development. New York: Oxford University Press. Somatic Experiencing International (2021). Media Kit. Retrieved From. https://somatictrauma.wpenginepowered.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/SEI-MEDIA-KIT-rev-March-2022.pdf Vygotsky, L. S. (1994). The problem of the environment. In R. Van der Veer & J. Valsiner (Eds.), The V.Vygotsky-Y reader (pp. 338-354). Cambridge, MA: Blackwell. Vygotsky, L. (1978). Mind in society. Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press.
In episode 7, Recognizing and Responding to Dissociation, co-hosts Kristen Ruiz and Geneva Mayne talk with special guest, Dr. Elisa Monti, about how voice care workers can recognize and respond to dissociation within a trauma-informed approach. Dissociation can occur on its own or be a symptom of PTSD and functional neurological disorder with communication symptoms such as muscle tension dysphonia. The four assumptions of a trauma-informed approach are: realizing the prevalence of trauma, recognizing signs and symptoms of trauma, responding in policies, practices and procedures, and resisting re-traumatization. You can see examples of dissociation in the You’ll Say Nothing documentary bonus material.
Dr. Monti is a voice-specialized experimental psychologist with a PhD from The New School for Social Research. In addition to the Voice and Trauma Research and Connection Group and the documentary, You’ll Say Nothing, you can learn more about Dr. Monti and her work at Monti Bianchi Performance Wellness.
The Agentic Voice Podcast does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Our guests and speakers reflect a variety of viewpoints that do not necessarily represent the views of The Agentic Voice Podcast. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.
References
American Psychiatric Association. (2022). Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental
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Schiavone, F. L., Frewen, P., McKinnon, M., & Lanius, R. A. (2018). The dissociative subtype of PTSD: an update of the literature. PTSD Research Quarterly, 29, 1-13.
In episode 6, Dismantling Power Imbalances, co-hosts Kristen Ruiz and Geneva Mayne discuss manual therapy as an agentic practice with special guest, Walt Fritz, PT. Though manual therapies can be highly effective, it is important for clinicians to explain what they are doing and why before palpating, massaging or repositioning a patient’s larynx. We also discussed how shared decision-making can help build trust and create psychologically safe interactions where power is shared between clinicians and patients or educators and students. Shared decision-making is integrated in trauma-informed approaches under the key principles of collaboration and mutuality; empowerment, voice and choice; and trustworthiness and transparency.
The Agentic Voice Podcast does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Our guests and speakers reflect a variety of viewpoints that do not necessarily represent the views of The Agentic Voice Podcast. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.
Baker, J., Barnett, C., Cavalli, L., Dietrich, M., Dixon, L., Duffy, J., Elias, A., Fraser, D., Freeburn, J., Gregory, C., McKenzie, K., Miller, N., Patterson, J., Roth, C., Roy, N., Short, J., Utianski, R., van Mersbergen, M., Vertigan, A., McWhirter, L. (2021). Management offunctional communication, swallowing, cough and related disorders: Consensusrecommendations for speech and language therapy.Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry.
Ikeda, A. K., Hong, P., Ishman S. L., Joe, S. A., Randolph, G. W., Shin, J. J. (2018). Evidence-Based medicine in otolaryngology part 7: Introduction to shared decision making.Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery.
Institute of Medicine, and on Value and Science-Driven Health Care Roundtable. Partnering with Patients to Drive Shared Decisions, Better Value, and Care Improvement : Workshop Proceedings, National Academies Press, 2014. ProQuest Ebook Central, http://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/lesley/detail.action?docID=3379341.
Lincoln, Yvonna S., and Egon G. Guba. (2013). The Constructivist Credo, Taylor & Francis Group. http://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/lesley/detail.action?docID=1187038.
Roy, N., Dietrich, M., Blomgren, M., Heller, A., Houtz, D. R., Lee, J. (2019). Exploring the neural bases of primary muscle tension dysphonia: A case study using functional magnetic resonance imaging.Journal of Voice.
Stuart, T. S., Heckmann, S., Mattos, M., & Buffum, A. (2018). Personalized Learning in a PLC at Work TM : Student Agency Through the Four Critical Questions (Develop Innovative PLC- and RTI-Based Personalized Learning Programs). Solution Tree.
In episode five, In Pursuit of Obligation or Freedom, co-hosts Geneva Mayne and Kristen Ruiz are joined by special guest, Jeremy Aye. They discuss the challenges singers encounter when faced with the competing loyalties of vocal expectation and vocal authenticity. “Should Statements” are cognitive distortions that can increase anxiety and create self-defeating energies within the singers’ inner world, that then manifest outwardly in their experience of the physical world. The agentic practice of cognitive reappraisal or “reframing” positively shifts the lens through which one perceives a situation; thereby changing the meaning, thinking and behavior. Numerous studies suggest reframing prevents burnout, reduces anxiety, enhances communication, improves function and elevates overall quality of life.
To access Geneva’s Colorado Speech-Language and Hearing Association webinar on trauma-informed voice care, head over to the CSHA website at: https://www.cshassoc.org/webinars/. The webinar will be available during the month of November 2022.
The Agentic Voice Podcast does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Our guests and speakers reflect a variety of viewpoints that do not necessarily represent the views of The Agentic Voice Podcast. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.
References
Horn, S., & Feder, A. (2018). Understanding resilience and preventing and treating PTSD. Harvard Review of Psychiatry, 26(3), 158-174.
Mueser, K. T., Gottlieb J. D., Xie H, Lu, W., Yanos, P. T., Rosenberg, S. D., Silverstein, S. M., Duva, S. M., Minsky, S., Wolfe, R. S., McHugo, G. J . (2015). Evaluation of cognitive restructuring for post-traumatic stress disorder in people with severe mental illness. British Journal of Psychiatry. 206(6), 501-508.
Shikatani, B., Antony, M. M., Kuo, J. R., Cassin, S. E. (2014). The impact of cognitive restructuring and mindfulness strategies on post event processing and affect in social anxiety disorder. Journal of Anxiety Disorders. 28(6), 570-579.
Shamblaw, A. L., Rumas, R. L., Best, M. W., (2021) Coping during the COVID-19 pandemic: Relations with mental health and quality of life. Canadian Psychology. 62(1), 92-100.
Vernooij-Dassen M, Draskovic I, McCleery J, Downs M. (2011) Cognitive reframing for carers of people with dementia. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews (11).
In episode four, Petty Clapback, co-hosts Kristen Ruiz and Geneva Mayne are joined by special guest, Brian Petty, to discuss transitioning from a performance career to a clinical one. They also discuss discrimination and social support as social determinants of health. The peer support found in affinity groups such as L’Gasp – the LGBTQIA Caucus of the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA), is a key principle of a trauma-informed approach. Peer support helps to establish safety and hope, build trust, and enhance collaboration. Shared stories and lived experiences promote recovery and healing. The Agentic Voice Podcast does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Our guests and speakers reflect a variety of viewpoints that do not necessarily represent the views of The Agentic Voice Podcast. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately. References Estlack, M. (2010, January 1) Conflict with Faith. The ASHA Leader. Petty, Brian (2010, March 1) Focus on Professional Practice. The ASHA Leader Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2014). SAMHSA's concept of trauma and guidance for a trauma-informed approach.
In episode 3, Agency in Forgiveness, Kristen Ruiz and Geneva Mayne talk about forgiveness with special guest, Dr. Kittie Verdolini Abbott. Forgiveness is a shift in motivation away from retaliation and avoidance towards increased goodwill for the perceived wrongdoer. It plays a vital role in restoring social relationships, and positively impacts personal wellbeing and society at large. As a protective factor, forgiveness promotes resilience for people going through adversity or hardship. The choice to forgive (even if you have to make it repeatedly or over a period of time) is an act of agency where you are freeing yourself from the bondage of anger, resentment and living in the past. There is agency in forgiveness.
The Agentic Voice Podcast does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information provided is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Our guests and speakers reflect a variety of viewpoints that do not necessarily represent the views of The Agentic Voice Podcast. If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.
References
Cleare S, Gumley A, O’Connor RC. (2019) Self-compassion, self-forgiveness, suicidal ideation, and self-harm: A systematic review. Clinical Psychology & Psychotherapy. 26(5):511-530.
Fourie, M., Ruud, H., Decety, J. (2020) Parsing the components of forgiveness: Psychological and neural mechanisms, Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews, 112, 437-451
Schaefer, L., Howell, K. H., Schwartz, L., Bottomley, J. S., & Crossnine, C. B. (2018). A concurrent examination of protective factors associated with resilience and posttraumatic growth following childhood victimization. Child Abuse & Neglect, 85, 17-27.
In episode two, ¡Viva Las Vagus! Counteracting Stress with the Relaxation Response, Geneva Mayne and Kristen Ruiz talk about how we can cultivate the relaxation response to improve our vagal tone. This is an agentic practice for those dealing with stressors and trauma. Simple ways to improve vagal tone at home include: mindfulness, exercise, meditation and deep breathing.
The Agentic Voice Podcast is provided for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. The content is not intended to replace or substitute any professional medical, counseling, therapeutic, or other advice. Accordingly, if you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.
References
Benson, H., Beary, J., & Carol, M. P. (1974). The relaxation response. Psychiatry, 37, 37-46.
Caron, C. (2022, June 2). Can Stimulating the Vagus Nerve Improve Mental Health? The New York Times. Retrieved July 14, 2022
Dusek, J. A., & Benson, H. (2009). Mind body medicine: A model of the comparative clinical impact of the acute stress and relaxation responses. Minnesota Medicine, 92(5), 47-50.
Franke, H. (2014). Toxic stress: Effects, prevention and treatment. Children, 1, 390-402.
Episode 1: Build Your Tribe
Two agentic practices for people who have experienced trauma are to encourage the expression of gratitude and show signals of care through social support. These protective factors buffer the body against the harmful effects of toxic stress.
According to Dr. Kristen Neff, PhD, being kind to yourself through the deliberate practice of self-compassion (mindfulness, self-kindness and common humanity) is the best way to achieve personal goals such as regaining vocal agency.
Thank you Sarah-Louise Young for sharing your story in The Guardian article, “The Silent Treatment: Sarah Louise-Young on the Trauma and Stigma of Losing her Voice.”
Check out the Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter accounts for the National Association of Colored Women’s Clubs (NACWC). They have been “lifting as they climb” since 1896.
References
Horn, S., & Feder, A. (2018). Understanding resilience and preventing and treating PTSD.
Harvard Review of Psychiatry, 26(3), 158-174.
Neff, K. (2011). Self-Compassion: Stop Beating Yourself Up and Leave Insecurity Behind.
HarperCollins.
Young, S. (2022, June 6). The Silent Treatment: Sarah-Louise Young on the trauma and stigma
of losing her voice. The Guardian.
