Voice by Kylie in Edmonton offers voice coaching for trans and non-binary people [Video]

A local business owner is helping trans people find their voices.

Kylie Wayne is a gender-affirming voice coach in Edmonton, offering training for trans and non-binary people looking to feel more confident with how they speak.

Wayne offers online classes and consultations as well as free guides on techniques, vocal health and insight into the nuances of male and female communication styles.

Not all trans people want to feminize or masculinize their voice, Wayne said, but many do.

“There are people out there who experience a lot of what’s called vocal dysphoria,” she added. “[That] can lead them to withdrawing from society, isolating themselves … and part of my job is to give that back and give them their voice back.”

Wayne’s journey started during her transition in 2020.

“I got put in touch with an amazing voice coach, and she taught me everything I knew, and kind of took me under her wing and showed me the …