Empowering Communication in Schools
Babbling Brook Pediatric Therapy is a therapist-owned practice dedicated to bridging the gap in speech-language services. We partner with school districts to deliver consistent, evidence-based care that supports students' academic and social success.
Meet Our Professional Team
Our clinicians are highly qualified experts dedicated to empowering children through specialized pediatric speech-language pathology services.
Ashley Shashek, SLPD, CCC-SLP
Owner
Dr. Ashley Shashek is the owner and supervising speech-language pathologist at Babbling Brook Pediatric Therapy. She founded the practice to address a critical gap in access to high-quality speech and language services for children and families in rural Missouri.
With extensive experience across both school-based and clinical settings, Ashley has dedicated her career to supporting children with diverse communication needs. Ashley’s approach is rooted in family-centered, evidence-based practice. She believes that the most meaningful progress happens when families are actively involved, supported, and equipped with practical strategies that carry over into everyday life.
She holds a Clinical Doctorate in Speech-Language Pathology from Northwestern University, along with advanced degrees in communication disorders and curriculum and instruction with a concentration in assistive technology. Ashley is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and licensed through the Missouri Board of Healing Arts.
A Partnership Built on Consistency
Evidence-Based Excellence
Our therapists utilize clinical research to ensure every intervention is effective and outcome-oriented.
Seamless School Integration
We work as an extension of your team, aligning with IEP goals and classroom objectives.
Therapist-Owned Quality
Direct clinical oversight ensures high professional standards and reduced administrative burden.
Transparent Communication
Consistent reporting and regular stakeholder meetings keep progress clear and measurable.