Learning disabilities, such as Dyslexia, visual or auditory processing disorder, or Dyscalculia, can lead to difficulties for children. Early intervention for learning disabilities is most effective. If children don’t get help, they may become frustrated in school and isolated from peers, leading to other mental health concerns.
Available Treatment Options
If a child qualifies for special education services, they and their family will work with a specialist to establish an Individualized Education Program (IEP). This plan allows children accommodations that help them learn best according to their needs and abilities.
Mental health professionals can help children with learning disabilities process their emotions related to their situation. This processing may include anger, frustration, confusion, or anxiety. Therapists use a range of tools to assist children in processing emotions, including play, art, and family therapies.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Learning Disabilities
I am a licensed psychologist with 30+ years experience in the counseling profession. My approach is collaborative, strength-based, solution-focused, and research-evidence-based. I have worked in a variety of settings (outpatient, hospitals, and universities) as clinician, researcher, and educator. I have had the privilege to work with many people (children, adolescents, adults) to develop copin...
Life is a dynamic cycle of peaks and valleys. I strive to create supportive experiences that foster growth and healing while also providing the knowledge necessary to adopt effective coping skills to meet life's challenges. I work with clients of many ages (school aged children, adolescents, adults), dealing with mental health concerns, relationship issues, trauma, self-esteem, transitions, gri...
I specialize in neuropsychological assessments of individuals 3 years and above. I have special training and experience working with individuals who have suffered brain injury, as well as those with low vision and hearing loss. In addition, I provide psychoeducational and private school admissions testing. I earned a Ph.D. in neuropsychology from the City University of New York and completed a...
"Your Comfort and Your Health" is always a priority with me. My goal as a psychologist is to provide meaningful, compassionate, and successful therapy. Successful clients have reported that I have provided them with a safe, comfortable, and nurturing environment for treatment, which allowed them to grow and develop new strengths. I utilize a number of strategies to engage individuals and famili...
I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families. I have experience with a variety of conditions including anxiety and depression, behavioral problems and impulse control disorders, difficulties adjusting to major life changes and transitions, and issues related to identity and self esteem. In addition to the above conditions, I specialize i...
Dr. Rhonda Karg is an internationally renowned expert in assessing and treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance abuse. She is an author of the Structured Clinical Interview for the DSM-5, which is considered worldwide to be the gold standard of psychiatric assessments. Dr. Karg is an active research scientist with Columbia University, and a clinical psychologist specializing in...
"Healing from the Inside Out" My clients are motivated to find solutions and actively participate in their healing. I work with children, adolescence, and teens who have special needs. Their families are an integral part of that healing. Seven years of experience working with children with severe autism, developmental disabilities and emotional behavioral disabilities in the public school syste...
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS. Joy uses her compassion and down-to-earth nature to provide an environment where clients can feel safe to be their authentic selves. She understands that seeking change, or something different, is not an easy process. Joy forms collaborative partnerships with her clients when developing therapeutic goals and a plan for care. She uses mindfulness, empathy and insight to a...
I believe that we all have the answers and solutions that we need within us, but at challenging times in our lives it is harder to recognize our own inherent power. To tap into our natural healing capacity we need a safe environment that promotes healing and growth, and an empathetic guide to draw out the knowledge/wisdom that already resides within us. I can be the guide on your journey toward...
I am Licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in children, adolescents, families and individuals. I have been working with families on Chicago's North Shore and surrounding areas, for over a decade. I am a trained play therapist in the process of becoming a RPT (Registered Play Therapist.) Although my training emphasized an Adlerian approach to therapy, I have a broad range of experience wit...
Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, or feelings of overwhelm? Do you sometimes feel lost or alone, even when you are with other people? Have you experienced a painful event that seems to continue to cause you suffering? I can help you to find your way to relief, and to a deeper connection with yourself and others . If you are concerned about a child or teen who may be suffering with anxie...
Drama Therapy Techniques for Kids: Act Your Way out of Anxiety. Is your child suffering from anxiety about school, friendships, or new situations? Are your child's issues lowering their self-esteem? Why send your child to just talk therapy when they can heal through stories? Through drama therapy techniques kids communicate how they were meant to communicate - through storytelling and imaginary...
JoAnn specializes in individual, couples and family therapy, and maintains a private practice online through iTherapy.com. With experience in education and special education, JoAnn has also been an elementary school guidance counselor and is now a marriage and family therapist. A graduate of the University of New England, specializing in Marriage and Family Therapy, she is currently a private...
As a parent myself, I know what it's like to feel like you are fighting an uphill battle with your child or staying grounded within other crisis situations. Over the years, I have helped countless individuals and families find the solutions they need. Through the process of working together, clients uncover emotional blocks, discover patterns in their behavior, and remove the barriers that impa...
I provide psychological assessment and treatment for individuals suspected of having ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Learning Disabilities, and other developmental disorders. Understanding the specific needs of individuals with learning differences is paramount to ensuring success in all settings: school, work, and interpersonal. Identifying how strengths and weaknesses impact functioning is...
