Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in Port Perry, ON

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Karen McKenna-Quayle
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, BEd, DSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Port Perry, ON L9L  (Online Only)
Life can be difficult, but you don't have to face your problems alone. Recognizing your vulnerability and seeking help takes courage, and you can take steps toward self-empowerment starting today. If you are considering making changes to create a life that inspires you, I am here for support. I provide evidence-based treatment to reduce anxiety and depression, build executive function skills, increase self-confidence, and heal past trauma. I can also help you access programs and resources, including the Disability Tax Credit, provincial, and federal grants.
Life can be difficult, but you don't have to face your problems alone. Recognizing your vulnerability and seeking help takes courage, and you can take steps toward self-empowerment starting today. If you are considering making changes to create a life that inspires you, I am here for support. I provide evidence-based treatment to reduce anxiety and depression, build executive function skills, increase self-confidence, and heal past trauma. I can also help you access programs and resources, including the Disability Tax Credit, provincial, and federal grants.
(289) 210-8729 View (289) 210-8729
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Helen Daymond
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Port Perry, ON L9L
ACCESS Psychology offers a holistic approach to well-being with a focus on developing healthy minds, healthy bodies and healthy relationships. Helen and her experienced team of professional therapists work together to assist kids, teens & their families cope with life’s many obstacles and meet their full potential! We can help with: speech-language, learning difficulties, psycho-educational & social-emotional assessments, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, behaviour issues, adjustment to separation/divorce, bullying, social skills, body image image/eating disorders, trauma, OCD, ADHD, ASD (autism spectrum disorder) and more
ACCESS Psychology offers a holistic approach to well-being with a focus on developing healthy minds, healthy bodies and healthy relationships. Helen and her experienced team of professional therapists work together to assist kids, teens & their families cope with life’s many obstacles and meet their full potential! We can help with: speech-language, learning difficulties, psycho-educational & social-emotional assessments, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, behaviour issues, adjustment to separation/divorce, bullying, social skills, body image image/eating disorders, trauma, OCD, ADHD, ASD (autism spectrum disorder) and more
(289) 206-5367 View (289) 206-5367
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Parnian Pajouhandeh
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Perry, ON L9L
At North Durham Professional Counsellors, we provide psychological assessment and treatment services to adults, children and adolescents, couples and families in individual therapy, relationship therapy, and/or family therapy. We can help with a number of mental health issues such as depression and/or anxiety, life transitions such as separation divorce or loss/bereavement, and relationship issues. We also offer rehabilitation assessment and treatment for individuals who have been involved in a motor vehicle accident or have suffered a work-related injury in order to assist with coping more effectively with such traumatic events.
At North Durham Professional Counsellors, we provide psychological assessment and treatment services to adults, children and adolescents, couples and families in individual therapy, relationship therapy, and/or family therapy. We can help with a number of mental health issues such as depression and/or anxiety, life transitions such as separation divorce or loss/bereavement, and relationship issues. We also offer rehabilitation assessment and treatment for individuals who have been involved in a motor vehicle accident or have suffered a work-related injury in order to assist with coping more effectively with such traumatic events.
(844) 332-1550 View (844) 332-1550
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Mind Health Connect
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Verified Verified
Port Perry, ON L9L  (Online Only)
Welcoming New Clients- Feeling stuck in fear, is Fight Flight or Freeze consuming you. Overwhelmed by life challenges, toxic relationship, child, parenting, family conflict or financial issues or feeling dissatisfied with life. As a retired police officer I understand the what emergency responders live through. I am trauma-informed practice that supports awareness between the connection of mind and body. I emphasize the importance of emotions and how this understanding can give us the power to move forward. What ever the issue together we can find the tools that provide the best solution for you.
Welcoming New Clients- Feeling stuck in fear, is Fight Flight or Freeze consuming you. Overwhelmed by life challenges, toxic relationship, child, parenting, family conflict or financial issues or feeling dissatisfied with life. As a retired police officer I understand the what emergency responders live through. I am trauma-informed practice that supports awareness between the connection of mind and body. I emphasize the importance of emotions and how this understanding can give us the power to move forward. What ever the issue together we can find the tools that provide the best solution for you.
(289) 276-1324 View (289) 276-1324
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New Beginnings Ont - Shannon Mossip Psychology
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Port Perry, ON L9L
At New Beginnings, clients have the opportunity to explore their strengths and limitations in a safe, confidential, and accepting environment. We provide assessment, intervention, and treatment services to children, adolescents, and adults who exhibit symptoms of inattention, concentration difficulty, memory impairment, hyperactivity, poor academic performance, and learning disabilities. We offer group therapy programs for children diagnosed with Autism, Oppositional Defiant Disorder and Anxiety. In addition, we offer therapy and assessments through WSIB.
At New Beginnings, clients have the opportunity to explore their strengths and limitations in a safe, confidential, and accepting environment. We provide assessment, intervention, and treatment services to children, adolescents, and adults who exhibit symptoms of inattention, concentration difficulty, memory impairment, hyperactivity, poor academic performance, and learning disabilities. We offer group therapy programs for children diagnosed with Autism, Oppositional Defiant Disorder and Anxiety. In addition, we offer therapy and assessments through WSIB.
(844) 332-2404 View (844) 332-2404
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Suzanne Doupe
Registered Psychotherapist, RegPsy, BA, RYT200
Verified Verified
Port Perry, ON L9L
Suzanne works with adults, teens and preteens in her private practice with offices in Lindsay and Port Perry. Relationship counselling and family counselling as well as individual counselling are available. Suzanne explores the issues that are positively and negatively effecting life and relationships. Some have diagnosed concerns such as anxiety, ADHD, bipolar, depression, while others require tools to facilitate communication and sort out life choices and directions. Counselling is about helping people to know themselves better. To make clear and conscious choices that make for a productive, healthy life.
Suzanne works with adults, teens and preteens in her private practice with offices in Lindsay and Port Perry. Relationship counselling and family counselling as well as individual counselling are available. Suzanne explores the issues that are positively and negatively effecting life and relationships. Some have diagnosed concerns such as anxiety, ADHD, bipolar, depression, while others require tools to facilitate communication and sort out life choices and directions. Counselling is about helping people to know themselves better. To make clear and conscious choices that make for a productive, healthy life.
(855) 742-2453 View (855) 742-2453
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Quickly Booked Autism Assessments
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Port Perry, ON L9L
Monthly complimentary case consultation for physicians and educators. Treatment is based on effective strategies supported by the latest research in various psychology areas, such as psychotherapy, brain science, neuropsychology, learning, decision-making, and behavioural economics. Do you think you have adult ADHD? Do you or your child have difficulty with learning? If you have trouble completing tasks, are disorganized, and have a busy mind, you are showing signs of attentional difficulties. You may notice difficulties with relationships, work, academics, understanding, and memory. We provide assessments and therapy to help you.
Monthly complimentary case consultation for physicians and educators. Treatment is based on effective strategies supported by the latest research in various psychology areas, such as psychotherapy, brain science, neuropsychology, learning, decision-making, and behavioural economics. Do you think you have adult ADHD? Do you or your child have difficulty with learning? If you have trouble completing tasks, are disorganized, and have a busy mind, you are showing signs of attentional difficulties. You may notice difficulties with relationships, work, academics, understanding, and memory. We provide assessments and therapy to help you.
(905) 826-7400 View (905) 826-7400

More Therapists Nearby

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Kristen Marszalek
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Uxbridge, ON L9P
Does your fear stop you from doing the things you want to do and leave you feeling stuck? Do you have obsessions that you just can't seem to shake or "logic" your way out of? Your brain can make your thoughts very convincing, especially when they are screaming that something is wrong. Unfortunately, when you pay a lot of attention to these thoughts, they may convince you to avoid the things that matter to you. When you don't do the things that matter to you, it can leave you feeling unfulfilled and like your life is not your own.
Does your fear stop you from doing the things you want to do and leave you feeling stuck? Do you have obsessions that you just can't seem to shake or "logic" your way out of? Your brain can make your thoughts very convincing, especially when they are screaming that something is wrong. Unfortunately, when you pay a lot of attention to these thoughts, they may convince you to avoid the things that matter to you. When you don't do the things that matter to you, it can leave you feeling unfulfilled and like your life is not your own.
(289) 236-3263 View (289) 236-3263
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Stephanie Rigby
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MEd, MACP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Whitby, ON L1M
I deeply respect the courage and vulnerability it takes for you to seek out professional help through counselling. It would be my honour to support you on your therapeutic journey. My integrative, and culturally sensitive, approach to counselling, can be adapted to align with your individualized goals and beliefs. The counselling modality used in our sessions, is client-dependent, meaning, I will incorporate wide-ranging interventions which are modified to fit your specific needs. I value establishing a strong and secure therapeutic relationship with my clients in a non-judgmental, genuine, and safe space.
I deeply respect the courage and vulnerability it takes for you to seek out professional help through counselling. It would be my honour to support you on your therapeutic journey. My integrative, and culturally sensitive, approach to counselling, can be adapted to align with your individualized goals and beliefs. The counselling modality used in our sessions, is client-dependent, meaning, I will incorporate wide-ranging interventions which are modified to fit your specific needs. I value establishing a strong and secure therapeutic relationship with my clients in a non-judgmental, genuine, and safe space.
(289) 805-6603 View (289) 805-6603
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Exhale Mental Health - Caroline Johnson
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Uxbridge, ON L9P
What if I told you that you already have what it takes to get you to your final wellness destination? That with you in the driver seat and me as your expert navigator helping you to your destination, trauma recovery, parenting support, grief and loss, service planning, strategies to cope with stress, anxiety and more is all more then doable? I'll provide you with helpful suggestions and you'll get there fully in control and in your own time.
What if I told you that you already have what it takes to get you to your final wellness destination? That with you in the driver seat and me as your expert navigator helping you to your destination, trauma recovery, parenting support, grief and loss, service planning, strategies to cope with stress, anxiety and more is all more then doable? I'll provide you with helpful suggestions and you'll get there fully in control and in your own time.
(365) 661-4557 View (365) 661-4557
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Psychology Wellness - Dr. Diana Mandeleew
Psychologist, PsyD, CPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Uxbridge, ON L9P  (Online Only)
I help adults who experience focusing issues, distractibility, inefficiency, sadness, anxiety, worry, stress, self-criticalness, attachment/social/relationship concerns (as a partner, as a parent, as a friend), trauma, as well as difficulties at home, work, and school.
I help adults who experience focusing issues, distractibility, inefficiency, sadness, anxiety, worry, stress, self-criticalness, attachment/social/relationship concerns (as a partner, as a parent, as a friend), trauma, as well as difficulties at home, work, and school.
(289) 207-6726 View (289) 207-6726
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Key Resources Unlimited - Barbara Allen
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MSc, MACP, OCT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oshawa, ON L1H
Life is full of painful and overwhelming experiences. These events can make you question yourself, your choices, and be frightening. At times each and every one of us questions our thoughts. Even wonder if those thoughts are “normal”. There are beautiful and ugly aspects of being human. We all like to present our best version of ourselves to the world, but stress and anxiety happens when there are thoughts and feelings inside that don’t match the person we show on the outside. Accepting new clients! Flexible hours including evening and weekend availability.
Life is full of painful and overwhelming experiences. These events can make you question yourself, your choices, and be frightening. At times each and every one of us questions our thoughts. Even wonder if those thoughts are “normal”. There are beautiful and ugly aspects of being human. We all like to present our best version of ourselves to the world, but stress and anxiety happens when there are thoughts and feelings inside that don’t match the person we show on the outside. Accepting new clients! Flexible hours including evening and weekend availability.
(289) 212-6761 View (289) 212-6761
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Dmitry Zabrodskiy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oshawa, ON L1L
I provide individual, couples & family therapy to children, youth & adults. Do you often feel weighed down by feelings of anxiety or sadness? Or maybe you have developed habits or behaviours that are holding you back? Is your life not everything that it could be? Whatever the problem, together we can work towards achieving your goals. Over the years, I have helped hundreds of teens, adults, families & couples regain control of their lives & move towards a better future. We will build a trusting, caring & understanding relationship, while helping you to replace unhelpful behaviours & beliefs with ones that are more effective.
I provide individual, couples & family therapy to children, youth & adults. Do you often feel weighed down by feelings of anxiety or sadness? Or maybe you have developed habits or behaviours that are holding you back? Is your life not everything that it could be? Whatever the problem, together we can work towards achieving your goals. Over the years, I have helped hundreds of teens, adults, families & couples regain control of their lives & move towards a better future. We will build a trusting, caring & understanding relationship, while helping you to replace unhelpful behaviours & beliefs with ones that are more effective.
(289) 275-1026 View (289) 275-1026

Online Therapists

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Abloom Therapy: ADHD, Autism, Relationships
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, CYC, SSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond Hill, ON L4E  (Online Only)
I am trauma informed and specialize in ADHD, autism, education and learning disabilities, anxiety, depression, stress, eating disorders, pregnancy, prenatal, postpartum, LGBTQ+, peer relationships, codependency, parenting, and more.
Hi, my name is Chrissy Gallo - RP (Qualifying), MACP, CYC, SSW. Sometimes, our experiences can leave us feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and dysregulated. These emotions can impact our relationships with others and our relationships with ourselves. I encourage therapeutic growth by nurturing the inner child, making peace with the inner critic, and reconnecting clients with their authentic sense of self. I value the healing impact of our parts being seen, heard, validated, and accepted. I use Internal Family Systems (IFS), Person-Centered, Self-Compassion, Existential, Narrative, Strength-based, Attachment-based, and Polyvagal Theory.
I am trauma informed and specialize in ADHD, autism, education and learning disabilities, anxiety, depression, stress, eating disorders, pregnancy, prenatal, postpartum, LGBTQ+, peer relationships, codependency, parenting, and more.
Hi, my name is Chrissy Gallo - RP (Qualifying), MACP, CYC, SSW. Sometimes, our experiences can leave us feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and dysregulated. These emotions can impact our relationships with others and our relationships with ourselves. I encourage therapeutic growth by nurturing the inner child, making peace with the inner critic, and reconnecting clients with their authentic sense of self. I value the healing impact of our parts being seen, heard, validated, and accepted. I use Internal Family Systems (IFS), Person-Centered, Self-Compassion, Existential, Narrative, Strength-based, Attachment-based, and Polyvagal Theory.
(365) 809-1784 View (365) 809-1784
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Melody Ashworth
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4W
These can include testing for learning disorders, giftedness, mental health disorders, ADHD, developmental concerns, intellectual disabilities, and assessments for post-secondary school.
I provide individual and parent therapy for children and adolescents with a wide variety of presenting concerns. Therapy may involve individual, parent or family sessions depending on the needs and goals of clients. My areas of expertise include child temperament (emotionally sensitive or rigid), emotion regulation (includes self harm), parent-child attachment, family dynamics, parenting challenges, coping with stressful life transitions, trauma, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities, and intellectual disabilities.
These can include testing for learning disorders, giftedness, mental health disorders, ADHD, developmental concerns, intellectual disabilities, and assessments for post-secondary school.
I provide individual and parent therapy for children and adolescents with a wide variety of presenting concerns. Therapy may involve individual, parent or family sessions depending on the needs and goals of clients. My areas of expertise include child temperament (emotionally sensitive or rigid), emotion regulation (includes self harm), parent-child attachment, family dynamics, parenting challenges, coping with stressful life transitions, trauma, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities, and intellectual disabilities.
(647) 370-1726 View (647) 370-1726
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Chrissy Gallo-Nizic
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, CYC, SSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M9A  (Online Only)
I specialize in ADHD, autism, self esteem, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, codependency, family conflict, eating disorders, pregnancy, prenatal, postpartum, parenting, education and learning disabilities, school issues, women's issues, LGBTQ+, and more.
Sometimes our experiences can leave us feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and dysregulated. These emotions can impact our relationships with others and our relationships with ourselves. I encourage therapeutic growth by nurturing the inner child, making peace with the inner critic, and reconnecting clients with their authentic sense of self. I value the healing impact of our parts being seen, heard, validated, and accepted. I work with individuals, couples, parents, and youth. I use Internal Family Systems (IFS), Person-Centered, Self-Compassion, Existential, Relational, Narrative, Strength-based, Attachment-based, and Polyvagal Theory.
I specialize in ADHD, autism, self esteem, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, codependency, family conflict, eating disorders, pregnancy, prenatal, postpartum, parenting, education and learning disabilities, school issues, women's issues, LGBTQ+, and more.
Sometimes our experiences can leave us feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and dysregulated. These emotions can impact our relationships with others and our relationships with ourselves. I encourage therapeutic growth by nurturing the inner child, making peace with the inner critic, and reconnecting clients with their authentic sense of self. I value the healing impact of our parts being seen, heard, validated, and accepted. I work with individuals, couples, parents, and youth. I use Internal Family Systems (IFS), Person-Centered, Self-Compassion, Existential, Relational, Narrative, Strength-based, Attachment-based, and Polyvagal Theory.
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Chelsea Juffermans
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aurora, ON L4G
Welcome. I'm glad you're here! I have experience working with people from all walks of life and I ensure to do this in a culturally safe, LGBTQ+ friendly, trauma-informed, and age appropriate environment. I have experience working with children, youth, parents, and adults experiencing a range of problems using various learning modalities. I have experience working with individuals who present with high-risk behaviours, trauma, learning disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and autism spectrum disorder.
Welcome. I'm glad you're here! I have experience working with people from all walks of life and I ensure to do this in a culturally safe, LGBTQ+ friendly, trauma-informed, and age appropriate environment. I have experience working with children, youth, parents, and adults experiencing a range of problems using various learning modalities. I have experience working with individuals who present with high-risk behaviours, trauma, learning disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and autism spectrum disorder.
(647) 286-1770 View (647) 286-1770
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CASE Psychology
Psychologist, MEd, CPsych
Verified Verified
Burlington, ON L7L
Our registered psychologists also provide various types of assessments for children and teens, including psychoeducational assessments, autism assessments, and ADHD assessments; these assessments can test for and diagnose learning disorders, ADHD, autism, and other mental health conditions.
CASE Psychology, located in Burlington, Ontario, is a highly-trained, experienced team of registered psychologists and licensed therapists. We provide psychotherapy and counselling for children, teens, adults, and families, for a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, ADHD, OCD, social skills, behavioural challenges, relationship issues, life transitions, trauma, parenting, work-related stress, self-esteem, anger management, and grief & loss. We offer in-person sessions at our Burlington clinic, as well as online video therapy for anyone in Ontario.
Our registered psychologists also provide various types of assessments for children and teens, including psychoeducational assessments, autism assessments, and ADHD assessments; these assessments can test for and diagnose learning disorders, ADHD, autism, and other mental health conditions.
CASE Psychology, located in Burlington, Ontario, is a highly-trained, experienced team of registered psychologists and licensed therapists. We provide psychotherapy and counselling for children, teens, adults, and families, for a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, ADHD, OCD, social skills, behavioural challenges, relationship issues, life transitions, trauma, parenting, work-related stress, self-esteem, anger management, and grief & loss. We offer in-person sessions at our Burlington clinic, as well as online video therapy for anyone in Ontario.
(289) 276-7684 View (289) 276-7684
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Dr. Tamara Libfeld
Psychologist, PsyD, CPysch
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M6G
I am a licensed psychologist with dual registration as a Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychologist and a Family Psychologist. I provide psychotherapy for toddlers (ages 2-5), play therapy for children (ages 6-11), talk therapy for preteens and teens (ages 12-18), and family therapy. Additionally, I offer comprehensive assessments for children and adolescents, including psychoeducational, ADHD, and diagnostic/social-emotional evaluations. These cover learning disorders, giftedness, mental health disorders, developmental concerns and assessments for post-secondary education planning.
I am a licensed psychologist with dual registration as a Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychologist and a Family Psychologist. I provide psychotherapy for toddlers (ages 2-5), play therapy for children (ages 6-11), talk therapy for preteens and teens (ages 12-18), and family therapy. Additionally, I offer comprehensive assessments for children and adolescents, including psychoeducational, ADHD, and diagnostic/social-emotional evaluations. These cover learning disorders, giftedness, mental health disorders, developmental concerns and assessments for post-secondary education planning.
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Season Tompkins
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J
Waitlist for new clients
, ADHD, learning disorders), and autism evaluations with children, adolescents, adults, and seniors.
I currently have limited availability for virtual treatment and a waitlist for assessments. I work with clients of all ages struggling with a broad range of difficulties including: anxiety (e.g., perinatal, generalized/social anxiety, panic attacks, phobias), depression, difficulties in school (e.g., ADHD, learning disorders), social communication (e.g., autism), self-esteem, interpersonal issues, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress, and coping with neurological disorders or injuries (e.g., brain injury/illness, MS, epilepsy).
, ADHD, learning disorders), and autism evaluations with children, adolescents, adults, and seniors.
I currently have limited availability for virtual treatment and a waitlist for assessments. I work with clients of all ages struggling with a broad range of difficulties including: anxiety (e.g., perinatal, generalized/social anxiety, panic attacks, phobias), depression, difficulties in school (e.g., ADHD, learning disorders), social communication (e.g., autism), self-esteem, interpersonal issues, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress, and coping with neurological disorders or injuries (e.g., brain injury/illness, MS, epilepsy).
(226) 778-4327 View (226) 778-4327

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Education and Learning Disabilities Counsellors

How effective is treatment for learning disabilities?

When initiated early and tailored to a child’s specific needs, learning disability treatment can be quite effective at helping a child cope with their disability, though its exact efficacy may depend on the severity of symptoms and whether comorbid disorders exist. Less is known about treatment initiated in adulthood, but it is certainly possible that an adult with a learning disability will see some improvement—or at the very least, identify workarounds and accommodations that could make symptoms less burdensome in day-to-day life.

When should someone seek treatment for learning disabilities?

It’s best to seek treatment as early as possible. Because learning disabilities often go unnoticed until a child starts school, or even until they’re a few years along, regular check-ins with teachers and doctors can help parents determine whether children are meeting milestones and keeping up with peers or whether an evaluation for learning disabilities may be warranted. And although earlier is always better, it’s never too late to be evaluated for learning disabilities and to seek treatment.

What happens if learning disabilities are left untreated?

Undiagnosed and untreated learning disabilities can be a source of significant frustration and shame for a child, who may feel that their challenges stem from a lack of intelligence or willpower. Such feelings can trigger low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety, which may push a child toward risky behaviors, including substance use. In adulthood, untreated learning disabilities can interfere with career success, and lingering feelings of self-doubt and shame can negatively affect someone’s mental health.

Are there medications for learning disabilities?

Currently, there are no medications designed to treat specific learning disabilities such as dysgraphia or dyscalculia. However, someone with a learning disability may be prescribed medication for a comorbid condition, such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD, which may have positive downstream effects on their learning disability; for example, a child with both ADHD and dyslexia may find that they’re better able to focus on their reading exercises after being prescribed a stimulant medication.