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 treat every client with dignity and respect. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental and compassionate environment that helps my clients throughout their journey of becoming a healthier version of themselves. I have always had a natural ability to help others and followed my heart to become a therapist. Everyday I look forward to working with my clients. My passion for this career had helped me grow ...
Lisa Elliott (she/her/hers) is a relational, strengths-based, trauma-focused, LGBTQ-affirmative social worker & psychotherapist. Lisa’s therapeutic style is warm and open. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the client-therapist relationship, and encompasses targeted and tailored interventions from a range of therapy modalities. Lisa holds a Masters Degree in Social Work from the University o...
I provide a gentle, supportive, and empathic environment for clients to safely express themselves. I believe you are your life's expert but appropriately utilized therapy can help guide and support you to make healthier decisions leading to a more fulfilling life. I can assist you with identifying past events that impact you today along with recognizing and processing thoughts, feelings and...
Taking the first step towards seeking help for everyday life challenges can be difficult yet necessary to achieve a higher quality of living. I recognize how important it is to empower those who need help and draw upon their strengths to help them meet their goals. Together we can use these strengths and learn new skills to overcome past, present and future life challenges. I work with children...
(CURRENTLY FULL/WAIT LIST ONLY) Hello! I imagine you are here because some aspect of your life is challenging and you're looking for help. I became a therapist because I believe therapy can help heal emotional wounds, give us coping strategies to change behavior, and make life more fulfilling. My aim is to work with you to enhance your understanding of who you are, deepen your compassion for...
*At this time, I am no longer accepting new patients.* Are you concerned with your child’s communication skills? Are you fearful of the transitions your child is going through? Those concerns and fears are common. It takes strength and patience to be a parent of a child with behavioral issues. I create a safe environment to address the behavioral challenges life presents as your child evolves...
Welcome. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been working with children and families for over 10 years. I specialize in working with families to manage the challenges of childhood, adolescents and family life. I strive to assist clients using solution focused techniques in an open, nonjudgemental environment. I have worked with children living with chronic or life threatening illness...
Dr. Nangle is a licensed clinical and certified school psychologist. At the Center for Child Assessment and Therapy in Media, Dr. Nangle uses primarily a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach when working with children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. Clinical interests include the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, anxiety and mood disorders, and providing...
Do you have a yearning to live in truth and love? To be able to connect with what is really important in your life and find lasting happiness? It is my intention to assist you to explore your inner landscape and discover your own wisdom and guidance, to find your life direction and joy, thus healing the wounds of your heart, opening to peace, love and harmony in your souls journey. Whether you ...
I love working with all types of individuals and helping them work to achieve their goals. An ideal client would be one that is focused on the counseling relationship and ready to overcome their challenges they are facing. My education & experience helps me to offer services to a range of individuals. Clients I mostly work with are children, adolescents, parents of high conflict divorce, substa...
We work with people, not labels. It’s about you, a person. And us, people. It becomes about us working together for your goals, whatever those are-we can help. Are you surprised when you feel something but it “doesn’t make sense”? Do you then “should” & judge yourself? We all waste a helluva lot of time doing this. How often have you tried to think yourself out of a feeling? Right? Doesn't work...
I am attuned to the stressors of adolescents and young adults in these uncertain and frightening times. I am aware of what goes on in schools, at work, in the community and at home, and I can assist folks in unpacking trauma, establishing health patterns, and creating positive relationships with the self and with others. Many don't know exactly what brings them to therapy, but something doesn't...
Dr. Oefinger is a licensed psychologist, serving San Francisco and the Greater Bay Area. She completed her doctoral studies in school psychology at Columbia University. She specializes in child and adolescent psychological assessment, including testing for learning differences, attention differences, and social-emotional traits impacting development. She also provides individual and family...
I believe that each client has the capability to provide self-care to enhance their individual well-being once they are provided with the appropriate “psychological tools” to place in their wellness tool belt. Emily G. Tyre received her Master’s degree in Counseling Education from Florida A and M University in Tallahassee, Florida in 1998 and is a Licensed Professional Counselor, active in the...
