Rooted in deep clinical knowledge, guided by the body’s own intelligence.
Voice • Myofunctional • Manual Therapy — Serving clients in Portland, OR — in person or telehealth
When tension, posture, or breathing habits disrupt vocal function, it can be hard to feel like yourself. Anita Stryker helps you reconnect — using voice therapy, myofunctional, and manual techniques to restore ease, strength, and confidence.
— Meet AnitaHi, I’m Anita, your myofunctional voice specialist.
Anita Stryker, M.S., CCC-SLP — Based in Portland, Oregon. Offering in-person and telehealth sessions.
I treat voice disorders and myofunctional disorders and though clinically, they are two separate and distinct treatments, I am fascinated about the interconnected nature of the two.
I also work with children with articulation disorders, and sometimes bring singing into our sessions to help teach speech sounds. It makes the work more fun and engaging, and children are often more willing to repeat things when they’re singing than when they’re speaking. This supports motor learning and helps reinforce correct sound production.
My approach is rooted in evidence-based practice, shaped by lived experience, and tailored to each person I work with.
Explore the ways we can work together.
Body-led Voice Therapy combines voice, myofunctional, and manual therapies to support a range of concerns — from vocal fatigue to sleep-disordered breathing. Learn more below.
— ServicesVoice Therapy
I know what it’s like to suffer from chronic vocal fatigue and to feel unable to use your voice the way you need and want. It can affect every aspect of life. If you're in that place, know that there is help—and healing is possible. I’m a licensed speech-language pathologist and longtime singing teacher offering therapy that’s grounded in clinical training and shaped by decades of lived experience.
Whether you’re facing a vocal injury (e.g., nodules, polyps, contact ulcer) or less defined vocal challenge that prevents you from thriving, I’ll meet you with care, curiosity, and tools that help you reconnect with the ease and strength of your voice.
— ServicesMyofunctional Therapy
Like with singing, my interest in myofunctional therapy was born out of personal experience. I’m passionate about helping people align the muscles of the orofacial complex so they can swallow, sleep, and breathe with greater ease. These functions are essential not just for daily comfort, but for long-term health and regulation.
If you’ve been navigating challenges like mouth breathing, tongue thrust, or disrupted sleep without answers, you’re not alone. Myofunctional therapy can be especially valuable for children, supporting healthy facial growth, speech development, and improved focus. For both children and adults, it helps address the root of these issues and restore ease in everyday functions like speaking, breathing, and swallowing.'
— ServicesManual Therapy
Tension in the face, jaw, neck, and throat can directly affect vocal ease, breath, and even swallowing. I use manual therapy to gently release these patterns — working with the soft tissues around the voice to support freer movement and clearer sound.
Sometimes the cycle runs in the other direction: breathing disturbances (like airway restriction at night) can trigger pain and tension in the jaw and face. That’s why I often integrate manual therapy with myofunctional and breathing exercises, and collaborate with other professionals when needed — to address both the symptoms and the root cause.
Whether you're dealing with chronic jaw tension, vocal fatigue, or symptoms of muscle tension dysphonia, hands-on therapy can be a powerful way to reduce restriction and support your body’s natural resonance.
“ My voice has already improved in the two months I've worked with her. ”
I do voice work with Anita. She's very pleasant to work with, and very knowledgeable. She explains the physiology of the mouth and throat as it relates to the production of sound. She has me do things that are interesting and within my ability. My voice has already improved in the two months I've worked with her. I can highly recommend her.
- Barbara U. Ready to work together? Whether you’re recovering from a voice disorder or simply trying to feel more at home in your breath and body, I’ll meet you with curiosity, care, and precision.
FAQ
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Yes. I offer both in-person sessions in Portland, Oregon and remote sessions via telehealth. You’re welcome to choose whichever option feels most supportive for your goals.
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I’m currently accepting Medicare.
I aim to expand my insurance coverage by Spring 2025. Reach out to inquire! -
I support people navigating a wide range of voice concerns — from muscle tension dysphonia, nodules, and chronic hoarseness to vocal fatigue, paradoxical vocal fold movement, and voice loss due to overuse or injury. I also work with professional voice users (like teachers, singers, and speakers) who want to restore ease and prevent future strain.
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Voice therapy focuses on improving how your voice works — how it sounds, feels, and functions. Myofunctional therapy addresses patterns in the mouth, tongue, jaw, and breathing that may be contributing to tension or dysfunction. I often integrate both approaches to support long-term healing and more freedom in how your voice feels and performs.
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My work is both grounded and intuitive. I draw on clinical training, decades of teaching voice, and my own healing journey. While I follow evidence-based protocols, I also listen closely — to you, your body, and the subtle cues that often get overlooked. My goal is to help you reconnect with your voice through curiosity, play, and deep trust in your body’s wisdom.
Curious what led me here? Learn more about my own journey here.
Still have questions? Reach out to me here.