Accent Reduction Programs

The ACCENT REDUCTION PROGRAM
that delivers results you can HEAR!

Anderson Speech Consultants is the sole Canadian distributor of LDS Accent Reduction Materials, one of the most highly regarded accent reduction programs. Our program has dramatically improved the pronunciation and intonation skills of thousands of heavily accented individuals.

Who benefits from Accent Reduction?

If you are having diffculty being understood the first time during telephone conversations, presentations, meetings with your client, boss, or employee, or in your personal life, then accent reduction training can help. Our clients come from all walks of life from accountants to teachers to company presidents.

What are the benefits of Accent Reduction Therapy?
  • More effective and efficient communication.
  • Increased productivity
  • Improved presentation skills and greater advancement opportunities.
  • Enhanced interpersonal communicator skills.

Why our unique approach to accent reduction will work for you?
  • California's LDS & Associates, one of the world's leaders in accent reduction therapy, developed this program after years of extensive research.
  • Our programs are specially designed to provide excellent practical instruction for the non-native English speaker.
  • Written materials and audio cassettes used in conjunction with individual therapy provide the skills needed for successful accent reduction.
  • All programs are designed and supervised by a qualified speech-language pathologist.

How our personalized approach works for you?

The staff at Anderson Speech Consultants are specially trained in accent reduction therapy. We begin your program with an extensive evaluation of speech and stress patterns. Our staff then develops an individualized program that will help you achieve optimal results.

Our comprehensive instruction package covers the following topics:
  • Pronunciation of job-related terminology
  • Role playing of important business and social encounters
  • Introduction of consonant and vowel systems
  • Intonation including pitch, stress and "flow" the melody of the English language.
Call us now for your free telephone consultation. We'll help you choose the programs and materials that will offer you the greatest opportunity for success.

At Anderson Speech Consultants, we offer a number of program options to meet your needs. Private coaching provides a confidential and intensive approach to working on your speech patterns. We also offer small group sessions, which are limited to 6 participants and include one private coaching session. Special programs are available for corporations, which can include private or group sessions, on or off-site. Corporate services are custom tailored to meet the individual needs of your business.


Private Coaching

Private coaching is available for those who prefer to work one on one with a speech-language pathologist.

Private coaching will include the following:
  • Individual speech and intonation evaluation / consultation
  • 15 hours of course work that can be broken down into 1 or 1 ½ hour sessions
  • Sessions occur once or twice a week
  • Workbooks and audio tapes are provided for personal practice

Small Group Sessions

Our group programs provide cost effective instruction in a supportive small group environment. Class size is a maximum of 6 students which allows for all participants to receive individual attention from the trained instructor.

Small group sessions include:
  • Individual speech analysis consultation
  • 15 sessions at 1 ½ - 2 hour per session
  • 1 private tutoring session (optional)
  • Workbooks and audio tapes for after class practice

Corporate Services

Anderson Speech Consultants will tailor a program to the needs of your individual employees. Private and group sessions are both available at your company location or at our Burlington, ON offices.

Your program include:
  • Individual speech analysis consultations for each employee
  • 14-16 sessions
  • Individualized assessment and goals which incorporate the needs of your business and employees
  • Certification upon completion
The key to successful accent reduction is the amount of time an individual practices outside of their weekly sessions and their commitment to improving their communication skills. Thousands of people have benefited professionally and socially from the accent reduction services offered by Anderson Speech Consultants.

Accent reduction can benefit you and your employees by:
  • Increasing productivity and efficiency
  • Providing clearer, more concise communication between employees and clients
  • Enhancing promotion opportunities
  • Improving client satisfaction
  • Greater self-esteem