Our Staff
Dedicated to quality of care.
Since 1989, our speech-language pathologists and learning specialists have helped children through young adults with speech, language, learning, social and communication difficulties.
Our experienced Speech-Language Pathologists hold master’s degrees, are nationally certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, and hold an Arizona License. Our Speech Pathology Assistants hold an Arizona License and additionally have been through the PSLS Training Program. Special education teachers and reading specialists are also credentialed in their area of expertise. Our staff continually stays ahead of the latest treatment advances by participating in national teaching and training conferences. As PSLS Team Members, these individuals possess outstanding clinical skills and provide developmentally appropriate services in a child-friendly manner.
Our experienced and friendly administrative staff is here to help with our client’s needs. The PSLS office handles insurance, initial scheduling of therapy, billing, answering questions, and a myriad of other tasks. They also provide great support for our therapists by handling cancellations, rescheduling, and other issues that come up. They always have our families’ best interests at heart, because they are the heart of PSLS!
Our Directors
Anita Werner, M.S., CCC-SLP
Owner and Executive Director

Anita's comprehensive experience includes screening, evaluating and working with individuals with a wide range of communication, social and learning challenges. She has experience working with children through young adults in a variety of settings, including schools, outpatient hospital facilities, homes, and private practice. As Director of Pediatric Speech and Language Specialists, she encourages her staff to take pride in tailoring therapy to best fit the learning style of all of their clients.
Read Full BioJenna Turner, M.Ed., MS, CCC-SLP
Clinical Director

Jenna currently serves as the clinical director at Pediatric Speech and Language Specialists. Jenna has worked with individuals with exceptional needs since 2006. She received both her Bachelor’s degree in elementary and special education and her Master’s degree in Special Education with an endorsement in Assistive Technology from Northern Arizona University. She was a special education teacher for several years before returning to the University of Arizona for her Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology. She is certified by the American Speech Language Hearing Association and is licensed by the Arizona State Board of Examiners in Speech-Language Pathology.
Read Full BioOur Specialists
Experienced Speech-Language Specialists
Amanda B.

Andrea K.
Andrea K.

Carol O.
Carol O.

Holly S.
Holly S.

Jessica P.
Jessica P.

Jill V.
Jill V.

Kali R.
Kali R.

Lexi R.
Lexi R.

Mindy M.
Mindy M.

Pamela P.
Pamela P.

Rachel B.
Rachel B.

Rachel H.
Rachel H.
Sandy S.
Sandy S.

Scout W.
Scout W.

Sondi W.
Sondi W.

Our Office Staff
Heidi L.
Heidi L.

Justine R.
Justine R.

Martha L.
Martha L.

Michelle B.
Michelle B.
