• Speech-Language Therapy
• Feeding Therapy
• Myofunctional Therapy
• Speech-Language Therapy • Feeding Therapy • Myofunctional Therapy
“It's easy to get lost in the therapy world and I'm so grateful we found Simply Rooted.”
“I’ve seen so much progress with my son since just the beginning of the year. I recommend them to everyone!”
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What We Do
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Feeding therapy helps children expand the foods they eat, improve mealtime behaviors, and feel more comfortable trying new textures and tastes. We address picky eating, sensory aversions, and oral motor skills using a supportive, step-by-step approach that builds confidence and creates a healthier relationship with food.
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Speech therapy supports children in improving their communication skills, including speech sounds, language development, and social interaction. Sessions are play-based and engaging, helping children express themselves clearly, follow directions, and build meaningful connections with others.
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Myofunctional therapy focuses on strengthening the muscles of the mouth, face, and tongue to support proper breathing, chewing, swallowing, and speech. This service can help with mouth breathing, tongue thrust, and overall oral function, promoting better long-term development and health.
Who We Are
Speech and Feeding Therapist
Ashley Jimenez, DAc, SLPA
Speech Language Pathologist
Myofunctional Therapist
Joy Leslie, MS SLP-CCC
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Speech & Feeding Therapist
Ashley is a speech and feeding therapist with a strong background in autism care, beginning her career as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). She blends behavioral strategies with a play-based, relationship-focused approach to help children improve communication, feeding skills, and emotional regulation.
Ashley earned her Bachelor’s degree in Communication Disorders from Eastern New Mexico University and has completed her Doctorate of Acupuncture (DAc) through Phoenix Institute of Herbal Medicine and Acupuncture.
Starting May 2026, she will begin incorporating gentle, integrative Chinese medicine therapies to support the whole child—mind, body, and development.
Ashley is passionate about helping children feel successful, confident, and supported every step of the way.
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Speech-Language Pathologist
Myofunctional TherapistJoy has 18 years experience as a speech language pathologist in a variety of settings: schools, clinics, homes. Joy loves using play to strengthen communication skills. She likes to teach clients to apply their speech language skills to practical, everyday experiences. She has advanced training with AAC communication devices, myofunctional disorders, feeding, apraxia, and language processing. Joy earned her Bachelor’s degree in Speech and Hearing Science and her Master’s degree in Communication Disorders from Arizona State University. She recently earned certification in orofacial myology from the IAOM.
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