Jessica Beers, SLPD, CCC-SLP
Jess is a nationally certified, multi-state licensed, and award-winning Speech-Language Pathologist with a Doctorate in Speech-Language Pathology (SLPD). She specializes in pediatric and adult speech and language therapy, with focused expertise in stuttering, mild cognitive impairment (MCI), and speech sound disorders. That said, she holds a deep passion for all things SLP.

Since 2017, Jess has provided compassionate, individualized care in a variety of settings including skilled nursing, outpatient clinics, schools, and private practice. She founded Speaktacular in 2021 with a mission to make therapy engaging, meaningful, and deeply human. Her approach emphasizes kindness, connection, and real progress through evidence-based, person-centered strategies.

Before becoming an SLP, Jess worked in corporate accounting, but a calling to communication sciences led her back to school—and she hasn’t looked back. She lives in Portland, Oregon with her husband, Jake, a music teacher, and their beloved pets. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, volunteering, crafting, reading, and exploring the Pacific Northwest in their 1995 camper van, “Old Bill.” She’s also an avid window-cat spotter and can’t resist saying hello to dogs on the street.

Jess holds a Doctor of Speech-Language Pathology (SLPD) from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions, a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Nebraska Kearney, and a B.A. in Speech, Language, Hearing Sciences from Metropolitan State University of Denver.

Jess is committed to evidence-based practice and lifelong learning. She has earned ten Awards for Continuing Education (ACE) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association for completing over 700 hours of advanced training. Her specialty certifications and coursework include: Hanen It Takes Two To Talk, Hanen More Than Words, Hanen Talkability, PROMPT, Lidcombe, Meaningful Speech Gestalt Language NLA, Make the Connection Myofunctional Course, TOTS Tethered Oral Tissues, The Inside Out Sensory Certificate, LSVT LOUD, and MDTP.

Speaktacular is guided by core values of connection, fun, and growth. We prioritize meaningful relationships, embrace joy and laughter, and are always striving to learn, improve, and make therapy a positive, empowering experience.