Compassion, connection, and play to foster communication and feeding development.

Hi there!

Hi! My name is Jenna Messick, and I am a pediatric speech-language pathologist, wife, and mom! 
I decided early on that I wanted to be a speech language pathologist and haven’t looked back since! I completed my undergraduate degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Eastern Washington University and completed my Masters in Speech Language Pathology at Idaho State University. I have worked in a variety of settings, including schools and clinics.
In 2022 I launched a private practice with the support of my husband, Jesse. I chose the name Play Adventures because play is the conduit for a child’s development and each child is on their own adventure to develop new skills. 
My mission is to journey alongside families to provide quality services with an integrative approach built around family routines, evidence-based approaches, and connection.

Jenna Messick

Speech Language Pathologist

Meet the Team

  • Jenna & Jesse Messick

    Owners

General Therapy Information

We provide a variety of services for communication delays and disorders including expressive/receptive language, speech sounds, alternative and augmentative communication (AAC), and pediatric feeding disorders. 

Each evaluation, treatment plan, and therapeutic approach is tailored to the unique needs of your child and family.

Collaboration is essential and at Play Adventures we can incorporate your child’s providers, educators, and caregivers to build a supportive network for optimal outcomes. 

There is a solution

Whether it's a delay or disorder it is essential to provide interventions as early as possible and to not wait! Call me today for a free consultation! 


My Service Guide

  • Early Language Development

    Early intervention is essential when addressing communication disorders.

  • Speech Sound Disorders

    Each treatment plan utilizes an evidence-based approach that most appropriately fits your child’s needs. Home-based programs are provided to support generalization of skills.

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My philosophy

 Communication and feeding are vital skills that we can so often take for granted until these systems are disrupted. I believe that every child should have access to communication and caregivers should feel equipped to support and advocate for their child. Services at Play Adventures are grounded in evidence-based practices, data collection, and play to create a positive learning environment. 


FAQs

  • Yes, we do! We take Blue Cross of Idaho (includes out of state Blue Cross and Premera Blue Cross), Regence Blue Shield of Idaho (includes out of state Blue Shield), & Idaho Medicaid.

  • We treat communication and feeding disorders for ages preschool through 5th grade.

  • We recommend consulting with a speech-language pathologist if you have any concerns regarding your child’s speech and language development. Whether it’s a delay or disorder early intervention is key.

  • We provide one on one service in a private clinic and contract with school districts to provide school base services.

  • Testimonials

    "Ms. Jenna offers constructive play and learning opportunities that give her students the confidence to exercise their skills in real life. While working with the children, she also is sure to incorporate ways to strengthen skills at home with different tools and suggestions for parents to use. Our son has developed leaps and bounds, and without Ms. Jenna's compassion and dedication he wouldn't be where he is now. He highly anticipates his weekly visits at Play Adventures and to show the progress he has made since the previous visit." - Parent.

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