LSVT LOUD®
Evidence-Based Speech Therapy for Parkinson’s and

LSVT LOUD® is an intensive, evidence-based speech treatment developed specifically for people living with Parkinson’s disease and other neurological conditions. The program is designed to improve vocal loudness, speech clarity, and overall communication by helping individuals recalibrate their perception of how loud they need to speak in everyday situations.

As LSVT LOUD® Certified Clinicians, we deliver this internationally recognised program according to the established LSVT Global treatment protocols.

What Is LSVT LOUD®?

People with Parkinson’s disease often experience changes in their voice and speech, including reduced vocal volume, mumbling, monotone speech, and difficulty being understood by others. LSVT LOUD® targets these communication challenges by focusing on one simple but powerful treatment principle:

thinking loud and speaking loud.

The program helps individuals increase vocal loudness through intensive practice and repetition, leading to improvements not only in voice volume but also in speech clarity, facial expression, and overall communication effectiveness.

Core Components of LSVT LOUD®

The program includes:

• A comprehensive speech and voice assessment

• Individual 1:1 therapy sessions with an LSVT LOUD® Certified Clinician

• An intensive treatment schedule comprising 16 sessions over four weeks

• Daily home practice to support carryover and long-term success

• Personalised exercises designed to increase vocal loudness and improve communication

• Education and support for clients and their families

• Ongoing maintenance strategies to help sustain treatment gains

These components work together to drive meaningful improvements in everyday communication.

Evidence and Outcomes

LSVT LOUD® is one of the most extensively researched speech treatment programs for Parkinson’s disease. Research has shown improvements in vocal loudness, speech intelligibility, voice quality, and communication participation. Treatment is based on principles of motor learning and neuroplasticity, helping individuals develop lasting changes in how they use their voice.

Benefits may include:

• Increased vocal volume

• Improved speech clarity and intelligibility

• Greater confidence when communicating

• Enhanced facial expression and vocal variation

• Better participation in social, family, and community activities

What to Expect in Our Clinic

Your LSVT LOUD® journey begins with a comprehensive assessment to determine your communication strengths, challenges, and goals. Therapy is then tailored to your individual needs while following the structured LSVT LOUD® protocol.

Throughout the program, your Speech Pathologist will provide coaching, feedback, and support to help you achieve and maintain improvements in your voice and communication. We work closely with you to ensure the skills gained during therapy carry over into real-world situations and everyday conversations.

LSVT LOUD® is designed to empower people with Parkinson’s disease to communicate more effectively and confidently, and we are here to support you every step of the way.

If you would like to learn more about LSVT LOUD®, please visit the

LSVT Global Website

If you have any questions or would like to book yourself or a loved one in for an initial assessment at Restore Speech Pathology, please contact us on

P | 0493 305 266

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E | admin@restorespeechpathology.com.au.

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