Clear communication can impact confidence, connection, and professional success. For some individuals, an accent may make communication feel more effortful or lead to being misunderstood—even when their language skills are strong.

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At Journey Counseling Center, we offer accent modification therapy through specialized speech therapy services for individuals in Oklahoma City and Edmond. Our approach is respectful, personalized, and focused on helping clients communicate with greater ease and confidence—without losing their identity.

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What Is Accent Modification Therapy?

Accent modification therapy helps individuals adjust specific speech patterns that affect clarity, such as pronunciation, rhythm, intonation, or stress patterns. The goal is not to erase an accent, but to increase intelligibility and comfort in everyday and professional communication.

 

Therapy is often sought by:

• Professionals who speak frequently at work

• Individuals who feel misunderstood when speaking

• Non-native English speakers seeking clearer communication

• People experiencing communication-related anxiety

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All of our work is client-led and aligned with your individual goals.

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How Speech Therapy Supports Accent Modification 

Accent modification therapy is provided by our licensed speech therapist Suzanne Ritchal and may include:

• Targeted sound and pronunciation work

• Intonation and speech rhythm training

• Breath support and speech pacing

• Strategies for clear, confident communication

• Practice for real-world speaking situations

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