Meet Our Team
WHO ARE WE?🌻
At Sunflower Speech, PLLC, we believe every child has a story worth sharing — and we’re here to help them tell it. Founded by Stephanie Borton, an ASHA-certified Speech-Language Pathologist with a certificate in reading and literacy, Sunflower Speech is led by Stephanie as our founder, C.E.O., and Clinical Director. Her love of children and passion for helping them grow one of their most valuable superpowers — the ability to communicate — is the heart of everything we do.
We provide functional-based therapy in our Wellington clinic, in homes, and at select daycares in our community. But here’s our secret ingredient: collaboration. We work with parents, caregivers, and teachers every step of the way — answering questions, modeling strategies, and creating opportunities for children to carry skills over between sessions. Because when we all work together, amazing things happen.
Stephanie believes every child:
- Has the power to learn 💡
- Is curious & creative 🎨
- Can succeed 🌟
No two children are alike, so no two plans of care are either. That’s why we craft individualized therapy plans that fit each child’s unique skills and learning style. Our specialty? Early intervention and young school-age children (birth–10), with a special focus on the magical first five years.
At Sunflower Speech, we don’t just teach speech and language — we nurture confidence, curiosity, and the joy of discovery. And we have a lot of fun along the way. ✨
Welcome to Sunflower Speech Speech Therapy
Our Amazing Team
Our incredible and compassionate team are here to serve your families during the early years of your therapeutic journey. Our team consists of highly trained and experienced therapists who specialize in a variety of areas. We are dedicated to staying up-to-date on the latest research and techniques to provide the best care possible.
Speech-Language Pathologists
Stephanie Borton, M.A., CCC-SLP
Stephanie Borton, M.A., CCC-SLP
Stephanie Borton, M.A., CCC-SLP
OWNER/CLINICAL DIRECTOR
SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
Meet Stephanie – Director of Giggles & Growth 🌻
Stephanie is the heart (and brain!) behind Sunflower Speech. She’s an ASHA-certified Speech-Language Pathologist with a B.S. in Health Sciences from Florida International University and a Master’s in Communication Sciences and Disorders from UCF — plus a shiny extra certificate in reading and literacy. She recently earned the prestigious ACE Award for continuing education, which basically means she never stops learning new ways to help kids thrive.
Stephanie specializes in early intervention (birth–5) and works with everything from language and articulation to fluency, apraxia, voice, and feeding. As owner and clinical director, she blends big-picture vision with hands-on expertise, making sure Sunflower Speech stays as warm and welcoming as it is effective.
When she’s not helping little ones find their voices, Stephanie is busy with her favorite “team” — her husband and their two boys — who keep her laughing, learning, and on her toes. (And yes, she’s probably still drinking coffee ☕).
Noelle Butler M.A., Ccc-SLP
Stephanie Borton, M.A., CCC-SLP
Stephanie Borton, M.A., CCC-SLP
CLINICAL SUPERVISOR
SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
Meet Noelle – Our Multitasking Marvel 🎧📝
Noelle is an ASHA-certified Speech-Language Pathologist who brings serious expertise (and a big heart) to Sunflower Speech. She holds a B.A. in Communication Science & Disorders from Florida State University — plus a minor in Education and certificates in Developmental Disabilities and Bilingual Assessment & Intervention. She went on to earn her Master’s in Communication Sciences & Disorders from UCF, and she’s even GLP trained (told you she was impressive!).
Noelle has worked with children and adults across the lifespan in settings from outpatient hospitals to home health and telehealth. Her specialty interests include early language development, articulation and phonology, receptive/expressive language delays, and aural rehabilitation for children with hearing loss.
At our Wellington clinic, Noelle makes sure both our staff and our families feel supported, cared for, and set up for success — all while providing top-notch speech therapy. Basically, she’s the glue that keeps everything (and everyone!) thriving.
Rayna gluck M.s., CCC-SLP
Stephanie Borton, M.A., CCC-SLP
Nicole Stern, M.A. CF-SLP
SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
Meet Rayna – Our Speech Superstar 🌟🗣️
Rayna is an ASHA-certified Speech-Language Pathologist with a big heart, a love for helping kids find their voices, and a lifelong passion for Taylor Swift. She earned her B.S. in Social Work from Florida State University and her Master’s in Communication Sciences & Disorders from Florida Atlantic University.
Rayna has experience working with children and adults across the lifespan, addressing everything from articulation and phonology to fluency, language delays, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. She’s HIPAA and CITI certified, SPEAK OUT! & Loud Crowd trained, and GLP trained — basically, she’s got the skills and the certifications to match her enthusiasm.
At our Wellington pediatric clinic, Rayna brings warmth, energy, and creativity to every session, making therapy fun, engaging, and tailored to each child’s needs. And yes — she might sneak a Taylor Swift lyric into a session when the mood strikes. 🎶
Nicole Stern, M.A. CF-SLP
Janice De La Torre Rivera, M.S., CCC-SLP
Nicole Stern, M.A. CF-SLP
SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
Nicole – Speech Sleuth 🕵️♀️
Nicole is an ASHA-certified Clinical Fellow Speech-Language Pathologist with a B.S. in Communication Sciences & Disorders and a Master’s from UCF. She’s one of three Nicoles at Sunflower Speech — yes, we know, it can get confusing, but somehow it always works out!
Nicole has experience helping kids (and adults!) with everything from articulation and phonology to fluency, language delays, Autism Spectrum Disorder, aphasia, and hearing loss. She’s worked in private practice, schools, and home health settings, bringing that wide-ranging expertise straight to our Wellington pediatric clinic.
She’s incredibly sweet, endlessly kind, and brilliantly smart. Every child receives individualized care with warmth, humor, and a touch of Nicole magic. ✨
NICOLE MARKISeN, M.A., CCC-SLP
Janice De La Torre Rivera, M.S., CCC-SLP
Janice De La Torre Rivera, M.S., CCC-SLP
SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
Nicole – The Part-Time Pro 🎓🗣️
Meet Nicole, one of our amazing Nicoles (yes, we really do have three!). She’s an ASHA-certified Speech-Language Pathologist with a Master of Arts in Communication Sciences & Disorders from UCF and a heart for helping little ones find their voices.
Nicole has experience supporting children from early years through school age with everything from articulation and phonology to fluency, language delays, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. She currently brings her expertise to a pre-K school setting, working with kids ages 3–5 with a variety of exceptionalities — all while still sharing her talents with our Wellington pediatric clinic.
Whether in the classroom or the clinic, Nicole combines warmth, skill, and a little bit of magic to make every session engaging, supportive, and fun. ✨
Janice De La Torre Rivera, M.S., CCC-SLP
Janice De La Torre Rivera, M.S., CCC-SLP
Janice De La Torre Rivera, M.S., CCC-SLP
SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
Janice – Our Bilingual Brainiac 🌎🗣️
Meet Janice, our bilingual, ASHA-certified Speech-Language Pathologist who splits her time between school-based work and helping kids shine in our early intervention and pediatric programs. She earned her M.S. in Speech and Language Pathology from Carlos Albizu University in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and has been making a difference since 2018.
Janice works with children from infancy through school age, tackling everything from articulation and phonology to fluency and receptive/expressive language delays. You’ll often find her in Westlake, FL, or serving families across West Palm Beach, Royal Palm Beach, and Wellington — in person or via Telehealth.
Whether in schools, homes, or virtual sessions, Janice brings warmth, skill, and a dash of fun to every interaction, helping kids find their voice and confidence. ✨
GINA LLOYD, M.A., CCC-SLP
GINA LLOYD, M.A., CCC-SLP
GINA LLOYD, M.A., CCC-SLP
SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
Gina – Our Tele-Therapy Trailblazer 💻✨
Meet Gina, an ASHA-certified Speech-Language Pathologist with a passion for helping kids and adults find their voices — no matter where they are. She earned her B.S. (2014) and M.A. (2016) in Communication Sciences & Disorders from UCF, and she even interned under Dr. Beckman, gaining experience in oral motor/motor speech disorders, apraxia, dysarthria, feeding disorders, premature infants, and NMES.
Gina has worked across the lifespan in hospitals, private practice, and acute care, collaborating with medical teams to ensure smooth transitions and top-notch care. Her specialties include early language development, articulation/phonological impairments, and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC).
Although she recently moved to South Carolina, Gina continues to bring her energy, expertise, and creativity to our patients via Telehealth — making online therapy sessions engaging, fun, and full of progress. Distance may separate her from the office, but her enthusiasm and magic are just a click away! ✨
Occupational Therapists
RUTH WEBSTER, M.S., OTR/L
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Ruth – Our OT Wonder Woman 🦸♀️✨
Meet Ruth, our full-time occupational therapy superstar at the Wellington clinic! With a B.S. from Florida International University (2006) and an M.S. from Barry University (2013), she’s not just an OT — she’s a certified pain practitioner (CPP), a Certified Health Coach (CHC), and an Interactive Metronome (IM) pro for both kids and adults. And rumor has it, she can probably do your taxes, plan your next vacation, and write a bestselling novel… all before lunch.
Ruth brings 15+ years of experience across schools, hospitals, SNFs, and private practice, working with people of all ages. She’s an exceptional leader, multitasking whiz, and relationship-building guru.
Ruth is amazing at helping kids with sensory processing, fine motor skills, and everything in between — and she’s equally brilliant at parent coaching, providing practical carryover strategies so progress continues at home.
If there’s a way to make therapy engaging, fun, and effective, Ruth has already figured it out — and does it with warmth, humor, and a dash of magic. ✨
Office Staff
Koko Cannoli-Therapy Dog in Training
Colleen Freitas, Authorization/claims specialist
Koko Cannoli-Therapy Dog in Training
Meet Koko – Our Fur-tastic Therapy Dog 🐾
Koko is our four-legged ball of joy who takes his job very seriously — playing fetch, rolling over for belly rubs, and being the best listener in the clinic. He loves hearing kids practice their speech sounds or read him stories (he never interrupts!).
Koko is also our transition helper, making tough goodbyes a little easier and new situations a little less scary. As a proud S.T.A.R. Puppy graduate, he’s got the smarts and the charm to brighten everyone’s day.
Nicole Eberhardt, operations Manager
Colleen Freitas, Authorization/claims specialist
Koko Cannoli-Therapy Dog in Training
Meet Nicole – Our Chaos Coordinator 📞✨
Nicole is the friendly voice you hear when you call and the wizard who makes our schedule magically work. She keeps the clinic running like a well-oiled machine — juggling phone calls, calendars, and a million little details with grace (and probably coffee).
Basically, if Sunflower Speech had a backbone, it’d be Nicole. 💛
Colleen Freitas, Authorization/claims specialist
Colleen Freitas, Authorization/claims specialist
Colleen Freitas, Authorization/claims specialist
Meet Colleen – Our Authorization Queen 👑
Colleen is the mastermind behind all things authorizations and visit limits – she keeps the insurance world running smoothly so you don’t have to stress. As our main billing and insurance contact, she’s the one making sure every “i” is dotted and every “t” is crossed (with a smile!).
When she’s not wrangling paperwork, Colleen is a proud mom of three, two of whom have been through our speech and OT programs over the past 10 years – so she gets it. She’s been on both sides of the therapy journey and brings that heart, humor, and first-hand experience to everything she does.