Where breathing, balance, and function come together.
Personalized orofacial myofunctional therapy and complementary care for children and adults in Raleigh. Understand the connections between breathing, oral posture, and function, and explore practical next steps for your needs.
Recognition & Symptoms
Signs of Orofacial Myofunctional & Sleep Concerns
Even small signs shouldn't be overlooked. Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs) and upper airway sleep issues often present through daily resting posture, breathing habits, and sleep patterns.
A resting tongue sitting low on the floor of the mouth rather than gently against the palate.
Breathing primarily through the mouth day or night rather than calm nasal breathing.
Snoring, restless sleep, dark circles, or airway collapsibility linked to low oral muscle tone.
Bruxism or jaw clenching often stemming from airway instability or muscle imbalance.
Oral habits continuing beyond infancy that influence palate shape and resting posture.
Challenges with swallowing coordination, excess saliva, or speech clarity.
Compensatory oral habits indicating tension or underlying muscle imbalance.
The whole picture
Care that looks at the whole picture.
The Myo Project supports nasal breathing when appropriate, healthy oral rest posture, coordinated oral function, and practical habits. Families receive personalized guidance and clarity about when collaboration or additional evaluation may be needed.
Nasal Breathing
Supporting calm, daytime and nighttime nasal breathing whenever appropriate for the individual.
Healthy Oral Rest Posture
Encouraging lips closed, tongue resting gently on the roof of the mouth, and teeth slightly apart.
Coordinated Oral Function
Working on balanced swallowing patterns, chewing coordination, and optimal oral motor control.
Practical Daily Habits
Sustainable, manageable routines tailored for busy families, teens, and adults.
Our services
Personalized support for different needs.
These focus areas are combined and tailored within your myofunctional therapy program based on your needs — with Craniosacral Fascial Therapy (CFT) available separately.
Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy
Comprehensive, individualized programs for children and adults to rebuild healthy oral rest posture and swallowing patterns.
Habit Elimination
Gentle, positive strategies to help children and adults discontinue thumb, finger, and pacifier habits while supporting healthy oral posture.
Tiny Habits (Ages 2–5)
Gentle, play-based strategies to discontinue pacifier, bottle, or thumb habits and support early oral development.
Craniosacral Fascial Therapy (CFT)
A gentle modality addressing fascial strain and tension that may impact breathing, comfort, and oral ease.
Tongue-Tie Release Prep & Aftercare
Pre-frenectomy preparation and supportive aftercare guidance to help optimize tissue healing and oral mobility.
TMJ Rehab (Pre & Post-Surgery)
Individualized therapy before and after TMJ surgery, focusing on jaw mobility, muscle coordination, and a comfortable return to function.
Palatal Expansion & Ortho Support
Support during palatal expansion or orthodontic treatment to encourage healthy tongue posture and nasal breathing that help protect results.
Breathing Re-education (Buteyko)
Certified Buteyko breathing instruction to support calm, functional nasal breathing habits for everyday life and rest.
Virtual Therapy
Convenient telehealth sessions available for eligible clients throughout North Carolina and globally.
TMJ Massage Therapy
Coming soonGentle, hands-on massage for the muscles of the jaw, face, and neck to ease tension and support comfortable movement. Available soon as a complementary option alongside our other care.
Child-Friendly & Practical Tools
Engaging sizing kits and tactile tools to make sessions approachable, clear, and encouraging for young children and families.
The difference
Thoughtful care, with room for questions.
Clinical experience, an airway-centered perspective, family understanding, and a commitment to communication help shape care at The Myo Project.
Clinical Experience
A clinical foundation steeped in airway health, anatomy, and functional breathing knowledge.
Airway-Centered Perspective
Looking beyond the surface to see how nasal breathing, sleep quality, and jaw development intersect.
Family Understanding
Appreciating the realities of family schedules and crafting guidance that is practical, gentle, and encouraging.
Collaborative Communication
A commitment to open dialogue, honest expectations, and teaming with other healthcare professionals.
Therapy is collaborative and complementary — never a substitute for medical diagnosis or emergency care.
Ready to talk through your questions?
The complimentary introductory call is a chance to discuss your concerns and understand possible next steps.