The Programme’s Goal

To provide you with the tools and assistance necessary for you to become an eloquent speaker

Introduction
The McGuire Programme is a programme developed and run by recovered or recovering stutters.

We know how you feel, and understand the problems, frustrations and fears associated with stuttering.

The Programme
The McGuire technique is a holistic and multi-faceted programme dealing with the whole person and includes:-

1. A four-day intensive course that covers: -

• Mechanics of speech
• Techniques to overcome stuttering
• Physiology of stuttering
• Psychology of stuttering
• Overcoming the fear of speaking
• Self-acceptance
• Non-Avoidance
• Confidence building
• Public speaking

2. The McGuire Handbook
Covering all you learn on the programme and more

3. Personal Coach
You are not left alone. On completion of the course a personal accredited coach is assigned to you. Your coach is to provide you with any assistance you require to develop and use the technique.

There are also other coaches willing to work with you on your road to recovery. All coaches are graduates of the Programme who also benefit from helping you during your recovery.

4. A Six-Week Follow Up Workbook
The first six-week period is critical in recovering from stuttering and to assist you we provide a structure support plan.

5. Support group
Support groups meet either weekly or fortnightly to:

• provide mutual support
• Practise the technique
• Further develop skills
• Share experiences
• Develop friendships
• Give and receive help

6. Refresher Courses
Refresher courses are held regularly during which graduates can:

• Increase skills and understanding of the techniques
• Help others to learn the skills they have mastered

7. Telephone Support
Help is always just a phone call away. The Programme has City, State, Country and International telephone lists of experienced graduates who have received training and accreditation, want to hear from you and are eager to assist you.

8. On-line Support
There is a world-wide Internet discussion group with voice, text and e-mail facilities.

9. Training Opportunities
The McGuire Programme, its coaches, instructors, and administrators are all recovering or recovered stutterers. Training courses are run for those graduates who wish to increase their knowledge and skills to help others.