BrightVox is a gender-affirming voice training app designed to help individuals discover and shape a voice that truly reflects their authentic self. Created by Natasha Schellander, Speech Pathologist and founder of the Gender Voice Centre, the app combines clinical expertise with the convenience of mobile technology.
The app was built with inclusivity and accessibility at its heart, ensuring that users from all walks of life can engage in voice training without the financial, geographical, or social barriers that often stand in the way. Unlike traditional resources, BrightVox offers structured lessons, guided exercises, and personalised feedback that are accessible anytime, anywhere.
| Domain | Gender-Affirming Voice Training App |
|---|---|
| Location | Sydney, Australia |
| Timeline | 3–6 Months |
| Services | Research & Content Development, UX/UI Design, Feature Development (structured lessons, guided exercises, video streaming, personalised tips), Testing & Refinement, Deployment & Launch |
| Team | 1 Project Manager, 1 Team Lead, 1 UX/UI Designer, 1 Backend Engineer, 1 QA Engineer |
| Technology and Integration | Framework: Flutter (cross-platform mobile development), Backend: Laravel (secure, scalable server-side architecture), Cloud Storage & Streaming: AWS S3 (video uploads and smooth playback), Authentication & Access Control: Secure user management, Video Delivery: Optimised for accessibility and high-quality tutorials |
The entire design, development, and launch of BrightVox was completed in a focused period of 6 to 8 months, covering all key phases: planning, UI/UX design, feature development, backend integration, testing, quality assurance, and final release. This structured approach ensured that BrightVox was built efficiently, while maintaining high standards of accessibility and performance.
Armed with this foundation, BrightVox now provides users with a personalised journey of self-expression. Through tailored training strategies, practical exercises, and reminders, individuals are guided step-by-step in developing their voice. To further enhance the experience, users also benefit from expert reviews, progress-tracking features, and engaging video content, ensuring that learning is not only effective but also sustainable.
Many individuals around the world do not have access to trained clinicians or gender-affirming speech services. This lack of local expertise creates barriers for those seeking professional guidance. BrightVox identified this gap and aimed to bring structured training directly to users everywhere.
Professional speech therapy sessions can be expensive, making them inaccessible for many people who need them most. The financial burden often prevents individuals from starting their journey toward voice alignment. BrightVox sought to make training affordable without compromising quality.
In many regions, there are simply no gender-affirming voice specialists available. This means individuals must travel long distances or go without care entirely. BrightVox helps bridge this divide by delivering expert guidance digitally, wherever the user is located.
Most available apps and tools do not provide evidence-based or personalised training tailored to gender-affirming needs. Users are left without structured, reliable resources that are clinically informed. BrightVox changes this by integrating speech pathology expertise into a mobile platform.
Traditional therapy resources often overlook inclusivity and accessibility, leaving out users with diverse identities or varying levels of digital literacy. BrightVox is designed to be inclusive and intuitive, making voice training affirming for all.
Many individuals struggle with confidence, uncertainty, and fear when beginning voice training. Without supportive tools, these emotional challenges can delay progress. BrightVox fosters encouragement through guided feedback and an affirming digital environment.
BrightVox offers training modules designed by Natasha Schellander and her team of speech pathologists. Every exercise is grounded in proven therapeutic techniques, ensuring users follow a safe and effective pathway.
The app provides tailored exercises and strategies that adjust to individual goals. This customisation allows users to focus on specific areas of voice development, making the journey more meaningful and results oriented.
BrightVox integrates professional video tutorials and demonstrations to guide users’ step by step. This format ensures clarity, engagement, and the ability to revisit lessons as often as needed
With a free trial and affordable annual subscription of just $35, BrightVox removes the financial barriers to professional-quality training. This model makes voice training accessible to a much wider community.
Subscribers receive an expert review session with Natasha, providing personalised feedback and actionable insights. This feature bridges the gap between digital training and human expertise, offering users confidence in their progress.
Every aspect of BrightVox is built with inclusivity in mind. From easy navigation to supportive design features, the app ensures all identities feel welcomed and affirmed in their learning experience.
Since its launch, BrightVox has made measurable progress in empowering individuals worldwide to explore and embrace their authentic voice. By offering affordable and evidence-based training, it has significantly expanded accessibility, enabling thousands of users to begin their voice journey without the limitations of cost or geography.
The app has experienced growing adoption, with increasing downloads and positive engagement across both iOS and Android platforms. This growth reflects a community-driven model, where users feel supported not just by the app itself but by the larger vision of inclusivity and empowerment.
Most importantly, BrightVox has driven positive personal outcomes for its users, who report greater confidence, improved skills, and stronger alignment between voice and identity. By successfully blending professional expertise with self-paced digital tools, BrightVox demonstrates how technology can deliver meaningful, long-term impact in gender-affirming care.
BrightVox is more than just a voice training app — it is a digital health solution that breaks down barriers to gender-affirming care. By offering evidence-based training, affordable access, and inclusive design, BrightVox empowers individuals to confidently explore and develop a voice that reflects their identity.
Through its thoughtful combination of professional expertise and digital convenience, BrightVox demonstrates how technology can create lasting impact in people’s lives. It shows that when accessibility, inclusivity, and affordability are prioritised, digital tools can drive not only skill development but also personal empowerment and self-expression.
BrightVox continues to grow as both a platform and a community, proving that innovation in healthcare technology can foster authentic voices, stronger identities, and greater confidence worldwide.
