Melissa Hernandez, M.A., CCC-SLP
Founder of Leaps in Language, Director of Development

Melissa is a certified Speech-Language Pathologist and specializes in working with children from preschool through high school, as well as a background working with adult clients. She graduated from the University of Houston with her Bachelors’ and Master’s degree in Communication Disorders. She has been the director of Leaps in Language for 6 years and is known for her commitment to helping her clients achieve success. She believes in educating the entire family so her clients will have continued success long after they leave her care. She believes each child is a blessing from God with gifts and talents. It is her passion to help them discover their gifts and talents and reach their maximum potential.

Jessica Scott, M.S. CCC-SLP  (Email)

 Jessica is a certified Speech-Language Pathologist and enjoys working with children of all ages as well as adults. She graduated from the Old Dominion University located in Norfolk, Virginia with her Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology and from University of South Florida located in Tampa, Florida with a bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders. Before her move to Texas, she worked for Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters as an outpatient speech language pathologist with children ranging from 1-18 years of age.  She has a passion for teaching communication skills to both children and adults in order to improve their quality of life, in addition to equipping families with the skills and strategies they need to help their loved ones in their day to day life. 

Patricia Bedel, Business Manager (Email)