Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in San Tan Valley, AZ
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Immediate in-person openings, Cash rate as low as $85 per session! Michelle is an Arizona native who dreams of adventure. Her outgoing personality makes it easy to identify with. Michelle has the unique ability to quickly identify dysfunctional thought and behavior patterns. Once these patterns are known, solution-focused, DBT and cognitive behavioral techniques can be used to elicit change. She has clinical experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families with a variety of struggles including family disruption, trauma, anxiety, behavioral problems, grief and depression.
Immediate in-person openings, Cash rate as low as $85 per session! Michelle is an Arizona native who dreams of adventure. Her outgoing personality makes it easy to identify with. Michelle has the unique ability to quickly identify dysfunctional thought and behavior patterns. Once these patterns are known, solution-focused, DBT and cognitive behavioral techniques can be used to elicit change. She has clinical experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families with a variety of struggles including family disruption, trauma, anxiety, behavioral problems, grief and depression.
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Grace for the Journey Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSc, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
San Tan Valley, AZ 85143
Waitlist for new clients
We are all on a journey of some sort, whether it is one of healing, new beginnings, pleasure, or life transition. Sometimes we encounter storms and obstacles that shake us and may make us feel as if we are lost or maybe incapable of overcoming the storm. These storms may be recognized as anxiety, depression, loss of a loved one, job or home. Creating therapeutic trust and emotional safety are two of my greatest strengths in my practice. We will work with you to create an environment in which you can discover your own truth and authentic self, and increase your capacity to make healthy life choices and find fulfilling relationships.
We are all on a journey of some sort, whether it is one of healing, new beginnings, pleasure, or life transition. Sometimes we encounter storms and obstacles that shake us and may make us feel as if we are lost or maybe incapable of overcoming the storm. These storms may be recognized as anxiety, depression, loss of a loved one, job or home. Creating therapeutic trust and emotional safety are two of my greatest strengths in my practice. We will work with you to create an environment in which you can discover your own truth and authentic self, and increase your capacity to make healthy life choices and find fulfilling relationships.
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Shannon Dickerson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 (Online Only)
Please Note: I am able to provide virtual session, which allow me the ability to serve the entire states of Arizona, Washington, Nevada and New Mexico. In New Mexico and Nevada I am only able to take Aetna, Cigna and private pay
Please Note: I am able to provide virtual session, which allow me the ability to serve the entire states of Arizona, Washington, Nevada and New Mexico. In New Mexico and Nevada I am only able to take Aetna, Cigna and private pay
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Are you looking for a way to improve your overall well-being? I provide a safe and neutral counseling space for individuals, couples and families to work towards an overall improvement within their relationships, everyday life and mindset. One's choice to begin counseling is a positive decision towards self-care, improved relationships and a proactive way to handle life's hardships. Counseling provides an opportunity to learn ways to gain control over one's life, whether that be through trauma healing, relationship repair or one's own self awareness. I believe that the power of empathy within counseling can be life changing.
Are you looking for a way to improve your overall well-being? I provide a safe and neutral counseling space for individuals, couples and families to work towards an overall improvement within their relationships, everyday life and mindset. One's choice to begin counseling is a positive decision towards self-care, improved relationships and a proactive way to handle life's hardships. Counseling provides an opportunity to learn ways to gain control over one's life, whether that be through trauma healing, relationship repair or one's own self awareness. I believe that the power of empathy within counseling can be life changing.
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Ashley Lynch Gaede
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, BCN
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
Waitlist for new clients
Through my 15 years of being a foster/adopt parent, I have experienced how trauma, attachment, anxiety, learning disorders, Autism, ADHD, and mood disorders, affect daily functioning and the ability to enjoy life. I have come to appreciate how important it is to feel a sense of safety and belonging. We are biologically wired to need connections/relationships for optimal growth and development. However, negative life experiences, the inability to self-regulate our emotions, and or other mental health concerns, can negatively affect the way we interact with others, causing difficulties in building those positive relationships we need.
Through my 15 years of being a foster/adopt parent, I have experienced how trauma, attachment, anxiety, learning disorders, Autism, ADHD, and mood disorders, affect daily functioning and the ability to enjoy life. I have come to appreciate how important it is to feel a sense of safety and belonging. We are biologically wired to need connections/relationships for optimal growth and development. However, negative life experiences, the inability to self-regulate our emotions, and or other mental health concerns, can negatively affect the way we interact with others, causing difficulties in building those positive relationships we need.
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For more than 17 years, I have dedicated myself to supporting teenagers, adults, and families in the field of social service and behavioral health. Throughout my career, I have also had the privilege of working as a special education teacher and vocational counselor, where I focused on assisting individuals with a wide range of physical and mental health disabilities and diagnoses. It has been a rewarding experience to contribute to the well-being and empowerment of those I have had the opportunity to serve. As a Master Level Intern, working under supervision, I continue to to provide quality care to those that I serve.
For more than 17 years, I have dedicated myself to supporting teenagers, adults, and families in the field of social service and behavioral health. Throughout my career, I have also had the privilege of working as a special education teacher and vocational counselor, where I focused on assisting individuals with a wide range of physical and mental health disabilities and diagnoses. It has been a rewarding experience to contribute to the well-being and empowerment of those I have had the opportunity to serve. As a Master Level Intern, working under supervision, I continue to to provide quality care to those that I serve.
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Hi, I'm Exel!️ I know it can be super difficult to find a therapist that is the right fit for you or a loved one. My goal in therapy is to help process through any difficulties that have come up. I hope that through therapy we can work on bringing restoration and healing.
Hi, I'm Exel!️ I know it can be super difficult to find a therapist that is the right fit for you or a loved one. My goal in therapy is to help process through any difficulties that have come up. I hope that through therapy we can work on bringing restoration and healing.
![Photo of Janine D Stanley - Full of Heart Counseling & Consultation, MS, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/cb4e92ca-35c2-4d28-b432-f216a5cb639e/1/320x400.jpeg)
Full of Heart Counseling & Consultation
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
As a licensed professional counselor my goal is to help clients who are seeking guidance and understanding. Once YOU make a decision to start therapy it is important that YOU agree to commit to fully participate in YOUR journey filled with changes and challenges. I believe I can walk along side a client in his/her journey by first developing a plan that you can commit to. Whether it be in recovery, building healthy relationships, healing through events in your life. Additionally, I can help you understand family dynamics and/or to help a parent learn how to be the best advocate for their child.
As a licensed professional counselor my goal is to help clients who are seeking guidance and understanding. Once YOU make a decision to start therapy it is important that YOU agree to commit to fully participate in YOUR journey filled with changes and challenges. I believe I can walk along side a client in his/her journey by first developing a plan that you can commit to. Whether it be in recovery, building healthy relationships, healing through events in your life. Additionally, I can help you understand family dynamics and/or to help a parent learn how to be the best advocate for their child.
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Joy L. Payne
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MAS, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
I am a licensed associate marriage and family therapist who has a passion for helping individuals, adolescents, couples and families navigate relationships where solutions for many of life’s problems seem difficult to find. I work with clients to process their past challenges and current life/relationship experiences, as well as helping clients recognize and build upon their own strengths and resiliency.
I am a licensed associate marriage and family therapist who has a passion for helping individuals, adolescents, couples and families navigate relationships where solutions for many of life’s problems seem difficult to find. I work with clients to process their past challenges and current life/relationship experiences, as well as helping clients recognize and build upon their own strengths and resiliency.
Online Therapists
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Kimberly Anne Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISAC, LCSW, SEP , EMDR, IFS
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85282
Feel stuck? Anxiety, Codependency, PTSD, work/relationship stress? I worked with World Class industry leaders such as Bessel van der Kaulk, Peter Levine, and Dick Schwartz learning cutting edge therapies during my time working at the Meadows. Clients recieve treatment plans with cutting edge tools-SEP,EMDR, Brainspotting, FSAP, CBT, IFS, PIT, CSAT, and I am a Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor, Certified Life Coach/Hypnotherapy, Brain Mapping Clinician, Board Certified in NeuroBiofeedback, CSAT, Pia Melody’s PIT, Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, & Somatic Experiencing Training Assistant. We are good with simple or complex cases.
Feel stuck? Anxiety, Codependency, PTSD, work/relationship stress? I worked with World Class industry leaders such as Bessel van der Kaulk, Peter Levine, and Dick Schwartz learning cutting edge therapies during my time working at the Meadows. Clients recieve treatment plans with cutting edge tools-SEP,EMDR, Brainspotting, FSAP, CBT, IFS, PIT, CSAT, and I am a Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor, Certified Life Coach/Hypnotherapy, Brain Mapping Clinician, Board Certified in NeuroBiofeedback, CSAT, Pia Melody’s PIT, Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, & Somatic Experiencing Training Assistant. We are good with simple or complex cases.
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Our practice focuses on the evaluation of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual Giftedness, Specific Learning Disorders, and other neurobehavioral differences.
Notice: Dr. Volrich does not currently provide therapeutic services. He is only completing evaluations at this time. I am a licensed psychologist at Arizona Neuropsychology Centers who specializes in neuropsychological, developmental, and psychoeducational evaluations. I’ve developed an extensive knowledge-base for evaluating neurodevelopmental disorders under the previous training of two well known neuropsychologists in the valley, Dr. John Mather and Dr. Paul Beljan. Our practice participates in developing accommodations and modifications needed to aid clients in maximizing their academic, occupational, and social functioning.
Our practice focuses on the evaluation of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual Giftedness, Specific Learning Disorders, and other neurobehavioral differences.
Notice: Dr. Volrich does not currently provide therapeutic services. He is only completing evaluations at this time. I am a licensed psychologist at Arizona Neuropsychology Centers who specializes in neuropsychological, developmental, and psychoeducational evaluations. I’ve developed an extensive knowledge-base for evaluating neurodevelopmental disorders under the previous training of two well known neuropsychologists in the valley, Dr. John Mather and Dr. Paul Beljan. Our practice participates in developing accommodations and modifications needed to aid clients in maximizing their academic, occupational, and social functioning.
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Gentry Pediatric Behavioral Services, PLLC
Psychologist, PhD, BCBA-D, LBA
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85020
The Psychologists, Behavior Analysts and Speech Pathologists at Gentry PBS specialize in the identification, diagnosis and treatment of learning disabilities, ADHD, language disorders and Emotional/Behavior Disorders.
Dr. Joseph Gentry obtained his doctoral degree from Illinois State University, with a specialization in consultation, assessment, and developmental disabilities. Dr. Gentry and his wife, Sarah, opened Gentry PBS in 2008 to provide a wide range of services to children in the Phoenix Metro area. Gentry Pediatric Behavioral Services is a multi-disciplinary private practice that brings psychologists, behavior analysts, and speech and language pathologists together. We are devoted to conducting *gold standard* diagnostic evaluations and providing comprehensive treatment options for children and families dealing with childhood struggles.
The Psychologists, Behavior Analysts and Speech Pathologists at Gentry PBS specialize in the identification, diagnosis and treatment of learning disabilities, ADHD, language disorders and Emotional/Behavior Disorders.
Dr. Joseph Gentry obtained his doctoral degree from Illinois State University, with a specialization in consultation, assessment, and developmental disabilities. Dr. Gentry and his wife, Sarah, opened Gentry PBS in 2008 to provide a wide range of services to children in the Phoenix Metro area. Gentry Pediatric Behavioral Services is a multi-disciplinary private practice that brings psychologists, behavior analysts, and speech and language pathologists together. We are devoted to conducting *gold standard* diagnostic evaluations and providing comprehensive treatment options for children and families dealing with childhood struggles.
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Amber Enriquez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CACYFSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Goodyear, AZ 85395 (Online Only)
Some of the therapeutic modalities Amber may use in therapy are mindfulness, solution focused, strengths based, skills learning, cognitive restructuring.
Amber is a board certified licensed clinical social worker LCSW, from Arizona. She has new client availability. Amber is the owner of Emerge Blissful LLC and Therapy Director of Estrella Family Care and Aesthetics. Amber has worked with people experiencing grief/loss, depression, anxiety, interpersonal relations, relationship/ life stressors, co-occurring diagnosis and many more. She utilizes a holistic approach when working with clients. Amber has been a board-certified social worker for five years, and in the field of social work over 10. She is currently available to provide teletherapy for children, youth and adults.
Some of the therapeutic modalities Amber may use in therapy are mindfulness, solution focused, strengths based, skills learning, cognitive restructuring.
Amber is a board certified licensed clinical social worker LCSW, from Arizona. She has new client availability. Amber is the owner of Emerge Blissful LLC and Therapy Director of Estrella Family Care and Aesthetics. Amber has worked with people experiencing grief/loss, depression, anxiety, interpersonal relations, relationship/ life stressors, co-occurring diagnosis and many more. She utilizes a holistic approach when working with clients. Amber has been a board-certified social worker for five years, and in the field of social work over 10. She is currently available to provide teletherapy for children, youth and adults.
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Frye specializes in neuropsychological and psychoeducational evaluations, with an emphasis on autism spectrum disorder (including adults being diagnosed for the first time), ADHD, learning disabilities (dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia), anxiety and depressive disorders, brain injuries, behavior disorders, intellectual disabilities, and giftedness.
Disclaimer: We do not currently offer therapy services. Dr. Sara Frye is a licensed psychologist and nationally certified school psychologist. She has practiced in a variety of settings, including hospitals, outpatient clinics, and schools. Her background is unique in that she is trained in both neuropsychology and school psychology. Thus, she can make medical diagnoses and educational recommendations. Evaluations focus on identifying neurocognitive strengths and weaknesses, as well as assessing behavioral and social-emotional functioning, to clarify diagnoses and make recommendations for supports.
Frye specializes in neuropsychological and psychoeducational evaluations, with an emphasis on autism spectrum disorder (including adults being diagnosed for the first time), ADHD, learning disabilities (dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia), anxiety and depressive disorders, brain injuries, behavior disorders, intellectual disabilities, and giftedness.
Disclaimer: We do not currently offer therapy services. Dr. Sara Frye is a licensed psychologist and nationally certified school psychologist. She has practiced in a variety of settings, including hospitals, outpatient clinics, and schools. Her background is unique in that she is trained in both neuropsychology and school psychology. Thus, she can make medical diagnoses and educational recommendations. Evaluations focus on identifying neurocognitive strengths and weaknesses, as well as assessing behavioral and social-emotional functioning, to clarify diagnoses and make recommendations for supports.
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I have thirty years of experience working individually with students and adults who are challenged with executive functioning skills. My clientele generally are identified with learning disabilities, giftedness, or twice exceptional. I also work with individuals diagnosed with attention deficit disorders, on the autistic spectrum, anxiety, and those who are failing to be independent or struggling with academic and career expectations. Additionally, I assist tweens, teenagers and young adults seeking help in career and college counseling, scholarship searches, and financial aid assistance.
I have thirty years of experience working individually with students and adults who are challenged with executive functioning skills. My clientele generally are identified with learning disabilities, giftedness, or twice exceptional. I also work with individuals diagnosed with attention deficit disorders, on the autistic spectrum, anxiety, and those who are failing to be independent or struggling with academic and career expectations. Additionally, I assist tweens, teenagers and young adults seeking help in career and college counseling, scholarship searches, and financial aid assistance.
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My experience spans more than 20 years, working predominantly in independent private schools, meeting with individuals, developing and implementing social-emotional learning curricula, collaborating with various psychologists and psychiatrists to support students, creating parent presentations on child development, social dynamics, parent-child communication, and running leadership, social, and divorce groups. I use humor and improv to lower defenses, teach social cues, practice interpersonal skills, and approach difficult topics in a playful yet direct way. I support your healing process in creative and fun ways.
My experience spans more than 20 years, working predominantly in independent private schools, meeting with individuals, developing and implementing social-emotional learning curricula, collaborating with various psychologists and psychiatrists to support students, creating parent presentations on child development, social dynamics, parent-child communication, and running leadership, social, and divorce groups. I use humor and improv to lower defenses, teach social cues, practice interpersonal skills, and approach difficult topics in a playful yet direct way. I support your healing process in creative and fun ways.
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Marjorie DeWald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85749 (Online Only)
Reach out today and begin learning how you, as a unique and beautiful human, can learn ways to better cope and discover the path to health and wellness.
I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Arizona for 20 years. I enjoy working with youth, teens and adults wanting to function more fully or dealing with symptoms of depression, anxiety, pain, chronic illness (incl. Huntington's Disease), or adjustment issues. I am dedicated to helping clients find their own motivation to make changes aimed to improve health, emotional wellness, and balance in life. I guide individuals to heal and self-actualize in a developmental, holistic, mindful, and authentic way through self-reflection and taking personal responsibility.
Reach out today and begin learning how you, as a unique and beautiful human, can learn ways to better cope and discover the path to health and wellness.
I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Arizona for 20 years. I enjoy working with youth, teens and adults wanting to function more fully or dealing with symptoms of depression, anxiety, pain, chronic illness (incl. Huntington's Disease), or adjustment issues. I am dedicated to helping clients find their own motivation to make changes aimed to improve health, emotional wellness, and balance in life. I guide individuals to heal and self-actualize in a developmental, holistic, mindful, and authentic way through self-reflection and taking personal responsibility.
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I am also a 30 year veteran educator who uniquely understands and empathizes with school issues, parenting issues, and special needs (such as ADHD and learning disabilities).
Do you want to get at the root of your stress, triggers, anxiety, or depression? Do you want to learn how to be kind to yourself? Do you want you, or your kids, to be able to notice and cope with their emotions? I will help you investigate why that behavior is being triggered in you. I'll help you process the root of that behavior. You'll learn to notice your stress, anxiety, or depression in the moment and to be kind with yourself rather than judgemental. My previous clients have gotten rid of social anxiety, have improved their relationships, have developed new ways to cope, and are living more empowered lives!
I am also a 30 year veteran educator who uniquely understands and empathizes with school issues, parenting issues, and special needs (such as ADHD and learning disabilities).
Do you want to get at the root of your stress, triggers, anxiety, or depression? Do you want to learn how to be kind to yourself? Do you want you, or your kids, to be able to notice and cope with their emotions? I will help you investigate why that behavior is being triggered in you. I'll help you process the root of that behavior. You'll learn to notice your stress, anxiety, or depression in the moment and to be kind with yourself rather than judgemental. My previous clients have gotten rid of social anxiety, have improved their relationships, have developed new ways to cope, and are living more empowered lives!
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Heartful Solutions for Families
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85014
Waitlist for new clients
Weekend and afternoon/evening appointments. I offer family and individual therapy for children ages 2 to 12 using child-friendly tools: Play therapy, Sand Tray, Expressive Arts, EMDR, Somatic Therapy. Rhythmic Movement and Mindfulness training. Whether you are seeking help for common childhood concerns, learning, and attention problems, or more traumatic life events, my playful approach will help your child connect emotionally, learn new behaviors, communicate and navigate through times of change.
Weekend and afternoon/evening appointments. I offer family and individual therapy for children ages 2 to 12 using child-friendly tools: Play therapy, Sand Tray, Expressive Arts, EMDR, Somatic Therapy. Rhythmic Movement and Mindfulness training. Whether you are seeking help for common childhood concerns, learning, and attention problems, or more traumatic life events, my playful approach will help your child connect emotionally, learn new behaviors, communicate and navigate through times of change.
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In addition to therapy, I offer comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for dyslexia, learning disabilities, ADHD, and ASD via a HIPAA-compliant remote evaluation platform or in person in AZ.
Welcome! I'm here to help as you take this important first step. As a dedicated clinician with over 20 years of experience, I work with children, adolescents, and young adults. I create a safe and healing environment for all my clients through an approach rooted in acceptance to ensure that each client feels understood and supported throughout their therapeutic journey. I believe people of all ages and identities are capable of personal transformation and view my role as a partner on your journey to wholeness and health.
In addition to therapy, I offer comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for dyslexia, learning disabilities, ADHD, and ASD via a HIPAA-compliant remote evaluation platform or in person in AZ.
Welcome! I'm here to help as you take this important first step. As a dedicated clinician with over 20 years of experience, I work with children, adolescents, and young adults. I create a safe and healing environment for all my clients through an approach rooted in acceptance to ensure that each client feels understood and supported throughout their therapeutic journey. I believe people of all ages and identities are capable of personal transformation and view my role as a partner on your journey to wholeness and health.
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Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists
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.