How to Choose an Accent Reduction Specialist

If your Accent Reduction specialist is anything like the one in the video, you’re not getting what you deserve. Here are some things to consider when choosing an Accent Reduction trainer.

Trust

Ask yourself if you feel a high level of trust with the person you choose, based on their credentials and competence, for example, whether they are a licensed, certified speech and language pathologist.

Experience

Take a look at how long they have been doing Accent Reduction and the number of different first languages they have worked with. You want to make sure they have experience working with accents like yours.

Attitude and Acceptance

Look for someone with a high degree of patience and a non-judgmental, caring, and accepting attitude. You want to work with someone who won’t cause you embarrassment if you make mistakes and who understands the challenges associated with learning to speak in a new way.

Every client should be treated as a unique individual, with an Accent Reduction program created to suit their specific needs. That’s what I based my program around. When you work with me, I will create a customized program designed to address voice projection, grammar, intonation issues, and Standard American English pronunciation. Clients who attend all sessions and practice diligently can expect to achieve clear, understandable speech and at least a 50% improvement in reducing their accent by the end of the training.

Are you ready to get started? Learn more about my Accent Modification program, and contact me with any questions you have. See you there!

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About Derra Huxley, Speech and Language Pathologist

I am a California-licensed Speech-Language Pathologist in Los Angeles. I earned my Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts degrees in Communicative Disorders from California State University, Northridge. I work as a Preferred Trainer with LDS & Associates – Accent Modification Program, and I am a member of CORSPAN (Corporate Speech Pathology Network). I collaborate with people of all ages to improve their communication and pronunciation skills in schools, hospitals, and private practice settings. To learn more or to contact me, complete this form or reach me at 818-421-7444. I look forward to hearing from you!