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
Many challenges we experience in daily life relate to conflict between parts of ourself. Each part reflects our body’s own loving attempts to care for us in the best ways it knows. When we shift one part of this feedback loop, the whole system rearranges. This is what makes transformation possible. My approach to therapy is client-centered and eclectic. I start with creating a non-judgmental,...
You are the expert of you. You and only you knows what it is like to have your mind, your body, and your life experiences. Through a collaborative approach, I would love the opportunity to support you on your journey, as you navigate through life's challenges. Whatever challenges you are currently facing, I aim to provide a safe space for you to be heard, seen, and explore what works best for y...
Toni specializes in working with gifted children, teens, and their families with a particular focus on helping clients with anxiety and perfectionism. She is experienced in working with sensory processing disorders, asynchronous development, 2e experiences, and also incorporates art and play into her work. She facilitates communication between children and Children and teens spend each day in a...
A licensed social worker with over ten years of experience. I have worked in a variety of clinical and community mental health settings including schools, hospitals, and outpatient clinics. I have specialize experience with child, adolescent and family mental health. I have also worked in adult psychiatry, and have spent time working for the Veteran’s Health Administration....
Through telehealth-, home-, and school-based services, I meet my clients where they are. Usually families come to me because they feel stuck. Their child has difficult emotions, acts out, and cannot seem to listen. Teachers and parents struggle to feel effective and worry about the child’s future. Everything feels complicated and out of control. This is where I come in. I empower kids, teens,...
Recovery is a process of change through which individuals improve their health and wellness, live a self-directed life, and strive to reach their full potential. I coach, guide, encourage, support and assistance in the process of sustained recovery from whatever it is the has weighted you down. I am unorthodox, creative and active in the process of developing your individualized strategies to...
We specialize in the treatment of children, teens and their families. We use CBT, art and play therapy to work with children who are struggling with friendships, impulse control issues, the effects of divorce, low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. Our evidence based practices are especially helpful for children with OCD, separation anxiety, fears and phobias, attachment and adoption issues,...
My ideal client is a person that needs to share his/her emotional pain and work with an individual treatment plan. I encourage trust and rapport during the first contact and throughout treatment. A safe environment with unconditional regard is provided. I have many years of experience working with adults, couples and families. Reality therapy with faith based behavioral and cognitive techniques...
My goal is to support my clients by providing a safe, accepting environment for self-exploration. I am caring and authentic and strive to create a therapeutic relationship with my clients as we move together toward achieving greater harmony and balance in their lives. I have 12 years of experience working with children and adults and enjoy helping individuals with issues including self-esteem,...
I love working with individuals who are ready to face the challenges of life in positive, proactive ways. I work to meet my clients where they are and then companion them on their personal journey toward health and wellness in all ares of their lives. I work best with individuals who are struggling with loss/grief; major life transitions such as health or career changes; and the aftermath of...
I have a passion for helping people of all ages improve their relationships, develop healthy coping skills and heal from relational injuries or trauma. In a safe and accepting environment we explore and understand the things that are not working well for you. There is always a reason for people's choices and behaviors, even those that cause significant problems. Once you understand the reason...
Theory & Practice is the coming together of Susan Ayarbe, PhD, Melanie Crawford, PhD, and Brie Moore, PhD to provide the highest quality services to children, adolescents, and their families. Our mission is to promote excellence in the diagnosis and treatment of neurodevelopmental and behavioral health disorders through evidence-based, coordinated, and family-centered care. Guided by both scien...
I have over 20 years of experience working with substance abuse, families, mental health, couples therapy, anger management, domestic violence, sexual impulsivity, and psychiatric disorders. I do a great deal of premarital counseling. I work with adolescents. I have strategies that work with individuals with ADD and ADHD. I have done extensive work in career counseling. I do a great deal of wor...
I am Board Certified in both Clinical and Neuropsychology, and my practice has evolved over the years to a primary focus on evaluations. Psychoeducational evaluations focus on academic skills and functioning, with ADD/ADHD, Learning Disabilities, and Autism Spectrum Disorders being of particular concern. These evaluations often lead to accommodations in schools and colleges and on standardized...
