New Beginnings
Eastside Office

Stephanie Escobar

M.S. CCC-SLP

Speech-Language Pathologist

Stephanie Escobar is a bilingual certified Speech-Language Pathologist who graduated from the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) in 2019. She is the Clinical Site Director at the Zaragoza location and specializes in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), with a focus on Gestalt language processing and literacy-based intervention.

Throughout her career, Stephanie has worked in both school and private settings, providing compassionate and evidence-based care to children with autism, early language delays, developmental disabilities, articulation, and language difficulties. She has dedicated countless hours to professional development, continually refining her skills to better serve her patients and community.

Stephanie is passionate about creating adapted books in both English and Spanish to foster positive literacy experiences and loves to incorporate child-led therapy in her sessions, ensuring that each child’s unique needs and interests are at the heart of their communication journey. 

Monica Padilla

Biller / Account Specialist

Office Staff

Monica was born and raised in El Paso, Texas.  She graduated with her Associate of Applied Science Degree in Medical Coding and Billing Systems from Southwest University in El Paso, Texas, in September of 2020 and is an AAPC Certified Professional Coder. She has been a bilingual Biller/Account Specialist for New Beginnings Pediatric Therapy Services since April 2021. 

Since joining New Beginnings, Monica has gained knowledge of most aspects of the practice, including medical billing, insurance verification, and numerous other administrative tasks. In her free time, Monica enjoys baking and spending time with her family.

Shekinah Velasquez

Administrative Assistant

Office Staff

Shekinah Velasquez is one of the Administrative Assistants at our Zaragoza location, where she assists with daily office tasks to ensure well-organized workdays. Her responsibilities include updating patient files and registration and assisting co-workers, patients, and managers to provide a good experience here at New Beginnings.

Shekinah is dedicated to showing greatness and hard work at New Beginnings and in her personal life. She displays respect and kindness to her team and patients, which creates a great environment.

Since working here, it has influenced Shekinah to pursue her education in the therapy field. She is currently studying at the University of El Paso to pursue a career in Physical Therapy. She hopes to continue her studies and work alongside great therapists here in El Paso.

Outside of work, Shekinah is greatly involved in the performing arts in the Sun City and other places. She is passionate about teaching and wishes to share her appreciation and education for the marching arts with many young kids, including those that she teaches. She is also passionate about her own performing career, as she has marched in many groups. This allows her to share her love and knowledge of the arts in all aspects of her life. 

Julie Mora

Administrative Assistant

Office Staff

Julie Mora is an Administrative Assistant at New Beginnings Pediatric Therapy Services, where she assists with daily office tasks in a positive and professional manner.

She is a very knowledgeable, fast learner who is willing to try new tools to support her co-workers, patients, and managers.

Julie has over four years of working experience as an administrative assistant in a school setting. Working around children has always been rewarding, and she is dedicated to providing excellent customer service here at New Beginnings. She loves greeting patients and staff with a friendly smile.

In her free time, she enjoys working on arts and crafts, more specifically, puzzles. Julie loves spending time with her family