Lori L. Sonnenberg, Voice Pathologist

Lori L. Sonnenberg, Voice Pathologist Specialized voice and breathing therapy services. Comprehensive voice care services. Expert care for the singing voice and other professional voice users.

Performing arts medicine. Voice and Breathing Therapy, Speech Therapy, Singing Voice, Professional Voice Care, Transgender Voice, and Paradoxical Vocal Fold Movement.

Not every voice problem has the same cause, and not every solution comes from over the counter.While social media often ...
06/19/2026

Not every voice problem has the same cause, and not every solution comes from over the counter.

While social media often promotes simple explanations involving gut health, inflammation, or supplements, hoarseness and voice loss are symptoms that can stem from many different underlying factors.

The key to effective treatment is not finding the latest wellness trend 👉 it's obtaining an accurate diagnosis.

If your voice symptoms persist for more than 2–3 weeks, seek evaluation from professionals who specialize in voice disorders. Your voice deserves evidence-based care, not guesswork.

Have you ever received conflicting advice about a voice problem online? Share your experience in the comments, or send us a DM if you're looking for a professional specializing in vocal health.


One of the greatest reminders from this year's Voice Symposium was that exceptional voice care is never a solo endeavor....
06/17/2026

One of the greatest reminders from this year's Voice Symposium was that exceptional voice care is never a solo endeavor. It thrives through collaboration, bringing together clinicians, researchers, voice teachers, performers, and other voice professionals who share a commitment to helping individuals use their voices with confidence, freedom, and longevity.

At Sonnenberg Voice, we believe the best outcomes happen when care is individualized, team-based, and centered around the unique needs of each voice user. This week reinforced the importance of building connections across disciplines so we can better support singers, speakers, performers, and professional voice users at every stage of their journey.

Collaboration is at the heart of what we do. If you're a singer, voice teacher, performer, or voice professional looking to build a stronger support team, let's connect. Send us a DM or visit the link in bio!

As a speech language pathologist specializing in voice, I know how important collaboration is when supporting developing...
06/16/2026

As a speech language pathologist specializing in voice, I know how important collaboration is when supporting developing singers. Hearing from professionals like Dana Lentini reinforces why resources like the Voice Teacher Collaborative matter.

By connecting voice teachers with evidence-based expertise in vocal health and rehabilitation, we can help educators make informed decisions, support students with confidence, and better understand the relationship between vocal development, technique, and voice care.

Grateful to be part of a community that puts singers' well-being first. 🤍

Interested in joining a community dedicated to vocal health, education, and collaboration? We'd love to connect with you.

🔗 Click link in bio to learn more about the Voice Teacher Collaborative.

What a wonderful week at the Voice Foundation Symposium in Philadelphia!We were honored to share our work through presen...
06/10/2026

What a wonderful week at the Voice Foundation Symposium in Philadelphia!

We were honored to share our work through presentations, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and learn from colleagues whose passion for voice continues to inspire us. Beyond the lecture halls, some of the most meaningful moments happened in the hallways - catching up with longtime friends, meeting new colleagues, exchanging ideas, and strengthening connections across our voice community.

From early morning coffee conversations to shared meals and late-day reflections, this week was a reminder that our field is built not only on science and artistry, but also on relationships. We leave energized, grateful, and even more connected to the incredible clinicians, researchers, teachers, and performers who share a mutual love for voice and singers.

Thank you to everyone who made this year's symposium such a memorable experience. Until next time! 🎤✨

Join us this June for our Voice Teacher Collective topic:SOVT Solutions in the Studio If you're curious about this topic...
06/09/2026

Join us this June for our Voice Teacher Collective topic:
SOVT Solutions in the Studio

If you're curious about this topic, have questions you'd like to discuss, or just want to be a part of a like-minded group of individuals who are seeking clinical-backed guidance 👉 join and grow alongside colleagues who care just as deeply as you do.

The Voice Teacher Collective is a monthly workshop series designed for teachers who want clarity, confidence, and clinical-backed guidance when vocal challenges show up in the studio. Led by Lori Sonnenberg, MM, MA, CCC-SLP and Natalie Sheppard, BM, MA, CCC-SLP — two Singing Voice Rehabilitation Specialists who work at the intersection of clinical voice care and vocal pedagogy — this series helps you strengthen your teaching through evidence-informed insight and practical application.

If you’re committed to helping your singers stay healthy, consistent, and supported - this is for you.

🔗 Click the link in bio to register!


As a voice SLP, I often hear reflux blamed for everything from hoarseness and throat clearing to vocal fatigue and loss ...
06/03/2026

As a voice SLP, I often hear reflux blamed for everything from hoarseness and throat clearing to vocal fatigue and loss of range. While reflux can certainly impact vocal function, it isn't always the root cause.

The truth is that vocal health is rarely explained by a single factor. That's why it's so important to look beyond assumptions and focus on patterns, context, and the bigger picture.

Understanding the difference between myth and medical reality helps singers and voice teachers make more informed decisions, and ultimately better support long-term vocal health.

💬 What vocal symptom do you hear blamed on reflux most often: throat clearing, hoarseness, vocal fatigue, or loss of range? Share in the comments!

It's been a busy season for many of you, including our clients. Whether it's a new audition for a program or role you've...
05/30/2026

It's been a busy season for many of you, including our clients. Whether it's a new audition for a program or role you've been waiting for, re-audition for an established position, performance, or even just the hard daily work that happens behind the scenes- these opportunities ask a lot of performers, not just vocally, but emotionally too. The preparation, vulnerability, excitement, and pressure behind the scenes often go unseen.

And for those who didn’t get the callback, role, placement, or outcome they hoped for 👉 your voice, artistry, and potential are not defined by one audition or performance moment.

Growth in singing is rarely linear. Its a lifetime of taking steps forward and then back. Sometimes the most important work happens in the moments that challenge our confidence the most.

At Sonnenberg Voice, we’re here to support singers through both the celebrations and the setbacks, helping voices stay healthy, resilient, and sustainable for the long run.

Wherever this season finds you, keep going. Your voice matters. 🤍

What’s one performance, audition, or milestone you’re proud of this season? Share it below so we can celebrate with you.👇

Singer-centered care goes beyond addressing symptoms alone. It considers the artistic, emotional, and functional impact ...
05/29/2026

Singer-centered care goes beyond addressing symptoms alone. It considers the artistic, emotional, and functional impact vocal change can have on a singer’s life, and the importance of collaborative, compassionate support along the way.

We believe the strongest voice care happens when professionals work together with empathy, clear communication, and shared expertise at the center while respecting the singer's goals.

What does singer-centered care mean to you? Share your thoughts in the comments below. 👇

📣 THIS WEEK! Join Lori and Natalie at the upcoming 55th Anniversary Voice Foundation Symposium! We'd love to see you at ...
05/28/2026

📣 THIS WEEK! Join Lori and Natalie at the upcoming 55th Anniversary Voice Foundation Symposium!

We'd love to see you at either of our 2 poster sessions on May 28:
1️⃣ Singer’s Laryngeal Dystonia: Clinical Management and Care of the Professional Performer with SLD
2️⃣ Collaborative Care for the Singer’s Recovery: Demonstration of Multidisciplinary Problem-solving

OR live session on May 29:
3️⃣ Reframing Recovery: A Counseling-Informed Approach to Collaborative Voice Care

Are you planning to attend? Let us know in the comments!

Acid reflux is often treated as the explanation for every vocal issue, but the reality is far more nuanced. For singers ...
05/22/2026

Acid reflux is often treated as the explanation for every vocal issue, but the reality is far more nuanced. For singers and voice teachers alike, understanding the difference between medical contributors, vocal load, and functional voice changes is essential to supporting long-term vocal health.

Swipe through for a grounded, evidence-informed perspective on reflux and the singing voice. And more information on how you, as voice teachers, can support your students as they question and seek to better understand how reflux may be affecting them vocally.

Interested in deeper conversations around vocal health, pedagogy, and collaborative voice care? Join our Voice Teacher Collective.
🔗 Click the link in bio!

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