FAQ

Expected outcomes...

You will gain confidence and feel safe in using your organic voice quality. You will learn to have more control over vocal decisions to prevent vocal fatigue. Understand how to manage your breath for longer, sustained phrases. Release tension in the mind, body, and voice. Expand your vocal range through exploration and technical application. You will leave the Embodied Vocal Wellness program understanding the full capacity of your voice. 

• Build a healthy, sustainable vocal technique

• Articulate & speak clearly 

• Understand breath management to sing more extended notes, belt, and reach those high notes.

• Release tension using neurology to build strength & flexibility

• Expand range through vocal exploration and primal sounds

• Control over vocal decisions through mindfulness learning and application

• Become more knowledgeable about yourself as an artist

• Redefine habitual patterns 

• Gain confidence in your ability to sing songs that bring you joy

• Book auditions and gigs with performance wellness mentorship

• Feel safe in sharing your voice with others

People who want the tools, skills, and resources to improve the overall use of their voice + learn about the full capabilities of themselves as unique voice users.

• Musicians

• Singers (ALL levels, ALL genders, and ALL genres)

• Actors

• Speakers + Presenters

• Trauma Victims/Survivor

• All voice & every day voice users (athletic coaches,  teachers, announcers, voice-over artist, guided meditation, fitness instructors, lawyers, etc.)

• Functional Voice Lessons

• Performance Anxiety Coaching

• Trauma Voice Healing

• Voice Lectures/Workshops/Clinics

• Trauma-informed Education

I am a voice teacher, performance anxiety coach, and trauma wound healer who integrates voice science + neuroscience to create a holistic approach to singing & healing the body using the voice. 

Weird word right? Pedagogy means the method or practice of teaching. Vocal Pedagogy is the study of the art and science of voice instruction. It explores what singing is, how singing works, and how proper technique is accomplished. In other words...I totally nerd out on voice stuff! I hold a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance and a Master of Music in Vocal Pedagogy...ART + SCIENCE! So why choose a teacher with a background in Vocal Pedagogy? I have in-depth knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the voice. As a voice teacher, this means I have a deeper understanding of diagnosing vocal faults through a systematic approach, and finding a solution for each individual student. I have various vocal rehabilitation exercises to strengthen the voice, the body, and the mind. In doing so, each student is able to see growth towards their individual goals. 

NeuroVocal Somatic Practitioner

A NeuroVocal Somatic Practitioner is a professional who specializes in the intricate relationship between the nervous system, the voice, and somatic practices. With a background in neurology and voice science, their work revolves around understanding and optimizing the connections between these systems to enhance overall well-being and promote holistic healing.

What I do is help people overcome anxiety, rewire depression, and release trauma to free their minds, body, and voice through my Embodied Vocal Wellness program:

Which uses science-based vagal toning techniques, allowing you to perform at your optimal level. Embodied Vocal Wellness is a neuroscience program that explores your body's habitual reaction to stress and rewires your neuropathway to safety and restoration. I've helped multiple people change their lives through: Vagal toning, CBT techniques (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Techniques), mindfulness, breath work, vocal toning, and neuro-balanced nutrition for an immersive healing experience of the mind, body, and voice. 

What is my ultimate goal?

My mission is to empower you to discover your natural voice and boost your confidence by unlocking the harmonious synergy between your mind, body, and voice, all in alignment with your unique biological blueprint. I regularly connect with individuals who have explored every avenue yet still find themselves seeking the key to vocal liberation. Through these conversations, I've found that their previous treatments or self-help strategies have only provided temporary relief, lacking a deeper understanding of the root causes. With each of us possessing a distinct neural imprint, it's clear that conventional approaches or generic solutions simply won't cut it when it comes to resolving their challenges. Let's embark on a journey together to tailor solutions that truly address your individual needs and bring about lasting transformation!

If this interests you

I recommend you to tune into my extended practice at www.embodiedvocalwellness.com. There is much more in store for you to learn from.

Natasha's Past Research & Areas of Expertise...

• Voice Science (Vocal Pedagogy)

• Performance Anxiety

• Trauma, Anxiety, & Depression in the Voice

• Vocal Toning Teaching Neurodiverse Students

• Transgender Singers Undergoing Hormone Replacement Therapy

• Vagus Nerve and the Systems of the Voice

• Mindfulness Practice in the Studio

• Mental Health of Performers

• Holistic Vocal Health

  Current Research...

  I recently submitted a paper to the Voice Study Center on The Link Between Psychogenic Dysphonia and the Vagus Nerve. The topic discusses how trigger responses can be linked to poor vocal production and holistic solutions to healing the voice. I am very passionate about continuing to research this subject because it comes from my personal experience with how trauma and anxiety showed up in my voice and the lack of resources available for healing. 

The voice is a vulnerable and expressive instrument uniquely designed for every individual. Therefore, I do not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach in the voice studio. As a trauma-informed voice specialist, my teaching philosophy is strongly influenced by holistic applications that involve the mind, body, and voice for an integrative vocal experience. Voice studio methodologies are based on evidence-based pedagogical solutions influenced by my education on trauma, anxiety, and depression in the voice, plus my personal experience with psychogenic dysphonia. The method encourages students to explore their instruments through somatic voice work, bel canto technique, primal sounds, pranayamas, and vocal toning.  The objective is for students to understand functional voice training to create organic singers. This holistic approach to singing allows students the freedom to explore the voice without judgment, discover their unique vocal qualities, and sing with expressive freedom. Self-observation enables students to recognize their own inhibitions, leading to efficient practice outside the studio. Combining these methods has proven effective through in-person and online teaching, creating sustainable techniques for healthy vocal production. As a trauma-informed voice specialist, I aim to bridge the gap between student-teacher relationships and create safe spaces for everyone to thrive. 

My mom is a brain health coach with the Amen Clinic & a certified therapist. She specializes in reading brain scans and treating trauma through EMDR. I got my passion for understanding mental health and trauma through her, and I am fortunate to have her as a resource while I continue to grow my knowledge on trauma, anxiety, and depression in the voice. 

Image Taken at the "End of Mental Illness" Gala:

On the left: My mom- Elsa Valdes

In Center: Dr. Amen

On the right: Is me!- Natasha Valdes, don't forget to schedule a consultation with me. Let's connect!

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I offer free consultations to anyone interested in what I do or if you want to find out more about how we can build a program to help reach your goals! 

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