Ruth Ratliff: Voice Professional, Sound Practitioner, and Wellness Guide

I’m a voice professional, sound practitioner, and holistic teacher with over 40 years of experience as a vocalist, performer, and voice educator. My lifelong passion for the voice has shown me how deeply connected it is to our emotional and physical well-being — far beyond performance or technique.

In my work, I blend practical vocal training with the healing aspects of sound, vibration, breath, and gentle movement to help people use their own voices as powerful tools for self-care, nervous system regulation, and energetic balance.

My journey has been shaped not only by formal study, but also by personal healing, spiritual exploration, and a lifelong curiosity about the body’s wisdom.

Whether you're brand new to this kind of work or simply curious about exploring your voice in a new way, I’m honored to share this accessible, heart-centered approach with you.

Credentials:

Licensed and Certified Vibrational Sound Therapy Practitioner

Certified in Sound Healing with Voice

Certified Shoden Reiki

Certified Spiritual Coaching

Member of The Sound Healers Association

Prior member of the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS)

Published author of The Voice of Women's Wisdom (Amazon)

Studied vocal performance and pedagogy at Mannes Music College in New York City, The New School for the Arts in Montclair, NJ, and Westminster Choir College in Princeton, NJ