CHIHUAHUAN DESERT SPEECH THERAPY, PLLC
Specialized Speech Therapy Services in the Comfort of Your Home
ABOUT

Francesca Hernandez
MS, CCC-SLP, CBIS, CDP
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Speech-Language Pathologist
Certified Brain Injury Specialist
Certified Dementia Practitioner
Certified Endoscopist
My name is Francesca Hernandez. I received my Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Texas at El Paso. During my professional career, I have provided skilled evaluation and intervention services to individuals of all ages in a variety of settings, including skilled nursing, assisted living, inpatient and outpatient rehab, and home-health.
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I founded Chihuahuan Desert Speech Therapy, PLLC to provide individualized and accessible speech therapy services as a way to give back and support the El Paso community.
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I hold a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association as well as a Speech-Language Pathology license from the state of Texas and the state of New Mexico. I am a Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS) through the Academy of Certified Brain Injury Specialists, and a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) through the International Council of Certified Dementia Care Practitioners.
TESTIMONIALS
Success Stories
"This is the perfect time to tell you how special you are to me. Be filled with laughter, love and joy! Thank you for teaching me how to speak in sentences. You are so kind, patient and you made learning fun! I wish you the best in your career - God Bless You!"
H.F.
"Francesca is a very personable lady and makes each session enjoyable and something to look forward to...I did recommend Francesca and speech therapy to a friend and she loves it also and feels a definite improvement with her thinking of subjects in a very short time period."
K.B.
OUR PRACTICE
What makes Chihuahuan Desert Speech Therapy different?
ACCESSIBLE SERVICES
We understand that transporation to and from medical appointments can be a challenge. That's why we provide therapy in the comfort of your home or remotely via teletherapy.
PERSON-CENTERED APPROACH
We provide an individualized, person-centered approach to help you achieve your personal goals while promoting life participation.
SPECIALIZED CARE
We are highly trained and specialized in the treatment of neurological disorders. We use up-to-date evidence-based treatment approaches to ensure that you are receiving the best care.
Certifications & Affilitations


