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
Licensed Professional Counselor offering weekend and evening appointments in addition to regular daytime business hours. Experienced clinician specializing in child, adolescent and family therapy. My professional focus is on short term behavioral change utilizing behavior management, cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy and solution focused techniques. I am a systems oriented therapist wi...
I am a clinical psychologist with 17+ years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families. I use a collaborative approach in therapy to address the unique needs of each person who walks through my office door. I strive to create an environment where a person can feel comfortable to explore life's struggles. I specialize in treating children and adolescents with depressio...
Being human is a wondrous and challenging endeavor. Most of us walk around each day feeling inadequate, lost, anxious or depressed. And yet something inside us yearns for more. It takes tremendous courage to slow down and listen to this voice. To turn towards the painful feelings and try to understand them. I believe that with the right support, the hard stuff is actually the gateway to a life...
My work has ranged from treating children, adolescents, adults and couples. Areas of expertise include mood disorders, anxiety disorders, adjustment disorders, relational problems, disorders usually diagnosed during childhood, and difficulty with transitions between stages of life. I use a Cognitive Behavioral approach to focus on ineffective, unhealthy thoughts, negative feelings and behaviors...
I specialize in treating young children (ages 2-12) and their families with a combination of play therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. I see children and families with a variety of problems, including: anxiety, behavioral problems, ADHD, learning disabilities, separation and divorce, grief and loss, abuse, and other childhood traumas. I offer an engaging, empathic and encouraging relations...
I help clients reach their desired state of mind by allowing them to express their feelings without judgment or bias. This frees up more positive energy and greatly lessens stagnant fear. The client can "move on" with the business of living with balance. Relationships have become more complicated as our technology has advanced. Helping people sort out the difficulties and create a safe place to...
I specialize in working with individuals with developmental disabilities. These may include neurodevelopmental disabilities such as autism, learning disabilities, sensory issues, or ADHD. They may also include disruptions in development due to trauma or neglect, attachment problems, brain injuries, or adoption-related issues. Some of my clients have been young adults struggling with ADHD and...
During the challenging days of the COVID 19 pandemic self care of mental health needs to be prioritized.. Due to increasing need, I will provide teletherapy sessions on a situation by situation basis. As always, I work with a relational lens to consider the meaning of important relationships, family, work, culture, health, trauma, special needs and more will be the basis of the therapeutic...
My goal in working with all who come into my office, be it child, adolescent or adult is healing. Healing, I believe moves us beyond the resolution of symptoms to a deeper, more authentic understanding of ourselves and of life. I strive to create a safe and nurturing environment where people can allow their true selves to emerge, whether they are 4 or 74 years old. I am a bilingual french/engli...
We all have times we need to talk about ourselves, relationships, or situation to best figure things out. I provide a safe and active environment where you can focus completely on yourself without fear of judgment, and we work together to find ways to improve things. I help people solve a variety of life issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, family issues, and general life stress, to na...
I believe that we are all intrinsically motivated to move towards health--physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Whether I am working with children, teens, or adults, I partner with my clients to better understand them as cultural beings and how their uniqueness is impacted by their experiences in the world. I offer a warm, nurturing, and accepting style and show deep interest in an authenti...
Western Reserve Psychological Associates, Inc. is committed to providing the highest quality outpatient psychological services in order to help our clients cope with and find solutions to problems of daily living. Fully licensed and qualified mental health professionals will provide our services in a confidential, supportive and caring environment. Catherine C. Cherpas, Ph.D.; Virginia F. Clark...
My name is Wilson Villanueva, Clinical Director for North Star Counseling of Central Florida. I am licensed Mental Health Counselor committed to guide individual and families to achieve success. Our family practice offers a wide variety of services to children, adolescent, adults, individual, couples, and families. We will gladly assist you with services in the following areas: Anxiety and Pani...
Today you are one step closer to a new you, in which you feel empowered to begin a positive path towards growth, and the establishment of meaning in your life. As a clinical psychologist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve...
Stress, anxiety, depression and relationship challenges are some of my specialty areas. For adolescents, the transition from high school to college can be stressful. Most people struggle with a variety of psychological issues/conflicts at some point in their lives - it's human nature. I have the life experiences and professional training to help. I have an objective, honest and straight forward...
