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About Legacy

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Our Mission

To improve the quality of speech, expression, and communication of kids by providing family-centered, personalized care to ensure that each child receives the best treatment for their unique needs and strengths.

Our Vision

To be recognized as a leader in speech and language services for pediatric populations across Texas.

Our Values

Compassion, Teamwork, Respect, Empathy, and Inclusivity. 

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Get To Know Our Care Team

With a deep commitment for excellence and high-level customer service, Legacy Speech Services is a leading provider for pediatric speech and language therapy in the Houston, Texas area and beyond. 

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Director

Marcela Padilla, MS, CCC-SLP

Houston Office

Marcela Padilla is a renowned and devoted speech-language pathologist and education specialist with an emphasis on psycholinguistics. Marcela holds a master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.

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Marcela currently works as the leading therapist at Legacy. Thanks to her experience accumulated by decades in clinical practice and different cities of the United States, Marcela has managed to systematize and simplify the recognized "Greenspan Floortime®" approach by applying its proven set of principles and techniques to the children she has treated across Texas.

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Therapist

Madi Castillo, MS, CCC-A/SLP

Katy Office

Madi Castillo is a bilingual speech language pathologist with more than 25 years of experience.

 

Madi holds a master’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders/Audiology, and a master’s degree in Speech and Language Pathology with a background in early intervention and clinical audiology /aural habilitation.

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Therapist

Dora Sanchez, SLP - A

Houston Office

Dora Sanchez is a devoted speech-language pathologist -assistant and education specialist with an emphasis in mathematics.

 

Dora has worked as a childhood educator for more than fifteen years. As a speech- language pathologist - assistant, she has worked in both home health and clinical settings for the last three years.

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​Therapist

Miriam E. Guevara, OT

Houston Office

Mirian E. Guevara is a devoted occupational therapist specializing in pediatric populations. Miriam holds a master’s degree and has been working in the field for more than 25 years. 

 

As an occupational therapist, Mirian utilizes her skills and expertise in promoting health and education to children through therapeutic intervention and adaptation skills.

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Therapist

Jacqueline Garcia, SLP-A 

Katy Office

Jacqueline Garcia holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Teaching and Learning, as well as a Post-Baccalaureate in Communication Science and Disorders. Upon graduating, Jacqueline gained formative professional experience while supporting kids whose families sought clinical support for conditions that included Autism and Down Syndrome. Jacqueline's work is characterized by respect, creativity, patience, and teamwork—all fundamental attributes that Legacy embeds within its culture.

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Therapist

Leandra Mesa, SLP-A

Katy Office

Leandra Mesa recently joined our Katy clinic as a soon-to-be Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) as she works to complete her master’s degree by the end of this year. Leandra enjoys her work because of the impact she is able to make in kids’ lives. As a Colombian-native, Leandra is passionate about using her bilingual abilities and clinical skills to help the culturally diverse pediatric populations in her community. Leandra’s respectful, friendly, and sensible manner, coupled with her extensive healthcare experience in outpatient and home health environments supporting kids, make her a wonderful addition to Legacy’s team.

Lives We've Touched 

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We have estimated to have cared for 75 children at our Texas practices just this year. ​​In Katy we serve over 70 families as we continue expanding our reach. 

 

We  have made significant contributions by providing free therapy to some uninsured families with the aim that children have access to quality care.

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We've experienced 100% satisfaction from the kids and families we've seen. Our clinic's therapists have demonstrated the effectiveness of incorporating elements of the Floortime methodology to address the individual needs of children, resulting in significant benefits.

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75 licensed Professionals work in collaboration with us to fulfill pediatric care needs across Texas. Legacy has become a crucial member of the interdisciplinary team for early detection of developmental issues in the community and work together to educate parents. 

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