Speech Language Therapy Johnstown

About

Are you searching for a speech and language therapist in Johnstown, CO? At Thompson River Pediatrics, we go beyond general pediatric care to offer a wide range of specialized services, including our dedicated speech therapy department. Founded by best friends Dr. Ashlea Franques and Amber Griffin, our practice is built on a shared vision: to provide every patient with a personalized, meaningful healthcare experience.

Our team of skilled 
pediatricians and compassionate staff take a holistic approach to care, seamlessly integrating medical and behavioral health services in a safe, welcoming environment. From well-child visits, urgent care, and youth sports physicals to speech and language therapy, ADHD evaluations, and more, we are committed to addressing the diverse needs of each child. By offering as many services as possible under one roof, we ensure every visit is convenient, comforting, and stress-free for both children and their families.

At Thompson River Pediatrics, our philosophy is deeply rooted in community and family values. We believe that “it takes a village to raise a child,” and we carefully select team members who embody our guiding principle: “Caring for your children as if they were our own.”

We are honored to welcome you to the Thompson River Pediatrics family and look forward to supporting your child’s growth, health, and well-being at every stage of their journey.

Location

We are conveniently located at:

4435 Ronald Reagan Blvd
Johnstown, CO 80534

Call us today at 
(970) 619-8139 to schedule an appointment with one of our pediatricians.
 

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Regular well child visits are one of the best ways to support your child’s healthy growth and development. These visits not only help keep your child healthy but also give you the chance to discuss any questions or concerns about their health. To ensure your child stays on track, schedule well-child visits at the recommended intervals. We suggest calling our office two months in advance to book an appointment with your child’s primary care provider at a time that works best for you.

Speech & Language Therapy

Does your child struggle with speaking, social skills, reading, writing, or communicating effectively? If your 2-year-old isn’t talking yet, says fewer words than their peers, or gets frustrated trying to communicate, they may benefit from speech and language therapy. Other common challenges include difficulty with social skills, understanding abstract language, reading, writing, following directions, answering questions, using proper grammar, retelling stories, or pronouncing certain sounds clearly. If words “get stuck” when your child is speaking or they’re hard to understand, it may be time to consider a speech and language evaluation. At Thompson River Pediatrics, our wonderful Speech department is here to help! Talk to your provider today to learn how a speech-language pathologist can support your child’s growth and communication skills.

Parent Resources

The internet is an incredible resource for finding information, but when it comes to your child’s health, sorting through unreliable content can be overwhelming. That’s where Thompson River Pediatrics comes in. We’re here to provide clarity and support with our free online parent resources. Our website features a comprehensive library of peer-reviewed, fact-based medical content, covering topics such as newborn care, growth and development, child behavior, and more. If you have questions about your child’s development, make our parent resources your go-to destination for trustworthy, expert-backed information.

Our Providers

Thompson River Pediatrics was founded in Johnstown, CO, by Dr. Ashlea Franques and Amber Griffin, driven by a shared passion for delivering exceptional, personalized care to children. As mothers ourselves, we deeply understand the need for compassionate, timely, and comprehensive support for both parents and their little ones.

Our vision was to create a practice that feels as warm and welcoming as family—a place where every child and parent is treated with the genuine care and attention they deserve. At Thompson River Pediatrics, our mission is clear and heartfelt: to answer every question, ease every worry, and ensure each visit leaves families feeling confident, supported, and cared for.

Learn more about our exceptional pediatric staff and contact us today to schedule an appointment!

Dr. Ashlea Franques