How can a voice therapist help to prevent hoarseness?

In many cases, hoarseness is caused by misuse of the voice. A voice therapist, or speech pathologist, can help to eliminate this cause of hoarseness by helping you to improve your speaking technique. Also, you can be assisted in reforming bad habits such as yelling or smoking. Alternatively, singers may benefit from vocal instructors who can teach how to sing without endangering the vocal folds.