Meet our team of skilled speech therapists
Speech Therapists
Heather Broom
SLP - Speech Language Pathologist
Specializing in our 3 and older population - East Valley Phoenix, Arizona
Hello, my name is Heather and I am a Speech Language Pathologist, specializing in pediatrics. I am originally from Minnesota, however I moved to Arizona to escape the cold. I attended the University of Northern Iowa where I received both my bachelor's and master's degrees. In my free time I love to get outside, read, and spend time with my fur babies, Tilly and Desi. My favorite part of my job is seeing my clients reach their goals and milestones, and having the honor to be a part of that process.
Evelyn Mendez
SLPA - Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Specializing in our 3 and older population - Tempe, Chandler, Gilbert, Queen Creek, Arizona
I’m Evelyn, born and raised in Arizona, I’m a bilingual (English/Spanish) SLPA with over four years of experience working with children. I earned my bachelor’s degree in Speech and Hearing Science from Arizona State University and am currently pursuing my master’s in Clinical Speech-Language Pathology at Northern Arizona University. My passion lies in pediatrics—helping little ones grow, learn, and thrive brings me so much joy. I’ve worked with a variety of diagnoses and behaviors, and I’m always eager to learn more about the field. From working in clinic, school, and home, I’m someone who finds fulfillment in motivating young minds to succeed.
Janessa Gojkovich
SLPA - Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Specializing in our 3 and older population - Chandler, Gilbert, Queen Creek, San Tan Valley Arizona
My name is Janessa Gojkovich. I have 6 years of experience as an SLPA, both in high school and elementary school settings. I LOVE working with tiny humans. They keep you on your toes and make life a lot of fun. It may not be a certified specialty, but I do feel like one of my strengths is being able to be present with kids on their level. When I’m not at work, I am spending time with my husband. We both were athletes growing up, so we enjoy watching sports. My husband also enjoys fishing, and I’m happy to be on the water, in a boat. I am also a photographer and love getting to know new people through my own art. I’m excited to be joining Tiny Tots this year and getting to meet so many wonderful families. My last name is a tough one, so I’ve shortened it to “Mrs. G,” or even Miss Janessa. Whatever is easiest for the kiddos.
Shannon silvasti
SLP - Speech Language Pathologist
Specializing in our 3 and older population - East Valley Phoenix, Arizona
Hello! My name is Shannon Silvasti. I am 49 years old and Arizona native and currently live in Chandler Arizona. I also spend time at our family ranch in the mountains near Tucson. I’m a proud mother to an 18-year-old who is going off to college at ASU. She wants to follow her mother’s footsteps and is majoring in speech language pathology. I have worked in my field for approximately 19+ years. I have primarily worked in the pediatric field, clinics ,home health and schools. I love my career. It gives me great joy and is a passion of mine to support the individual developmental needs of our children and adults. In my downtime, I enjoy anything outside as long as it’s not in the heat, cooking, gardening, refurbishing furniture, and spending time with family and friends.
Claudia Plascencia
SLPA - Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Specializing in our 3 and older population - Gilbert, Queen Creek, San Tan Valley, Arizona
Bio coming soon!