Jessica Gates

Jessica Gates is the Owner and Founder of Dragonfly Pediatric Speech Therapy, a position held since May 2011, where a variety of tailored Speech and Language programs are offered, including in-home and specialized outdoor therapies. Additionally, Jessica has provided contract early intervention services at Developmental Pathways since July 2007, and served as a Speech Language Pathologist at PROMISE RANCH THERAPEUTIC RIDING from January 2019 to July 2020, integrating equine-assisted therapy with speech services. Previous experience includes roles at Douglas County School District, Bright Start Pediatrics, and Rochester City School District, with a focus on diverse age groups and special needs. Jessica holds an M.S. in Speech Language Pathology from Nazareth University and dual bachelor’s degrees in Rehabilitation and Disability Studies and Communication Disorders from Springfield College.