Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in Malibu, CA
Dr. Jeremy Fink
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Malibu, CA 90265
I specialize in short and long term psychotherapy and psychoanalysis for individual adults, couples, children, adolescents, and parents. I am a trained psychoanalyst, a child specialist, with additional training in cognitive behavioral therapy and EMDR. I focus on the importance of finding balance, vision, creativity, and meaning in one's life. From disorder and chaos comes balance and order. My clients have found my approach to mental health effective in creating long-term positive change.
I specialize in short and long term psychotherapy and psychoanalysis for individual adults, couples, children, adolescents, and parents. I am a trained psychoanalyst, a child specialist, with additional training in cognitive behavioral therapy and EMDR. I focus on the importance of finding balance, vision, creativity, and meaning in one's life. From disorder and chaos comes balance and order. My clients have found my approach to mental health effective in creating long-term positive change.
David E Bresler
Psychologist, PhD, LAC, DiplAc, NCCAOM, AAPM
Verified Verified
Malibu, CA 90265 (Online Only)
My practice focuses on helping individuals, couples, and families who are suffering from emotional or physical pain or the aftereffects of trauma. We help them resolve the traumatic experience, as well as its consequences (e.g. physical pain, stress, disability, depression, anxiety, insomnia, medication dependence, isolation, etc.) Although many of our patients have not responded well to prior therapies, we've had outstanding success in helping them move from feeling a severe loss to finding a new and positive beginning. We love to work with people who are ready to change and eager to learn how to do it.
My practice focuses on helping individuals, couples, and families who are suffering from emotional or physical pain or the aftereffects of trauma. We help them resolve the traumatic experience, as well as its consequences (e.g. physical pain, stress, disability, depression, anxiety, insomnia, medication dependence, isolation, etc.) Although many of our patients have not responded well to prior therapies, we've had outstanding success in helping them move from feeling a severe loss to finding a new and positive beginning. We love to work with people who are ready to change and eager to learn how to do it.
I've been in private practice for over 30 years, working with many populations. I am currently specializing in adults dealing with issues such as:
substance abuse, creativity, ADD/ADHD, spirituality, life transitions and aging.
I've been in private practice for over 30 years, working with many populations. I am currently specializing in adults dealing with issues such as:
substance abuse, creativity, ADD/ADHD, spirituality, life transitions and aging.
My ideal client is teens, young adults, women and moms . I help teens learn tools for anxiety and young adult's with transitions. Women / moms trying to find themselves and build better self care . Parents also need more support with developmental stages of their children. I am practicing telehealth-health only. I have 20 years of experience.
My ideal client is teens, young adults, women and moms . I help teens learn tools for anxiety and young adult's with transitions. Women / moms trying to find themselves and build better self care . Parents also need more support with developmental stages of their children. I am practicing telehealth-health only. I have 20 years of experience.
**Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom**~Aristotle~ If you're seeking self-understanding, your life's meaning and purpose--and how to make sense out of painful or unfulfilling patterns in relationships, I'm a psychodynamic therapist here to help. We'll explore patterns in your emotions, thoughts, and beliefs in relation to past experiences to gain insight. Insight plus action creates change. You aren't responsible for your early life emotional wounds, but you are responsible for your healing. I hope you'll reach out to begin the process.
**Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom**~Aristotle~ If you're seeking self-understanding, your life's meaning and purpose--and how to make sense out of painful or unfulfilling patterns in relationships, I'm a psychodynamic therapist here to help. We'll explore patterns in your emotions, thoughts, and beliefs in relation to past experiences to gain insight. Insight plus action creates change. You aren't responsible for your early life emotional wounds, but you are responsible for your healing. I hope you'll reach out to begin the process.
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile. My therapeutic philosophy is that individuals need to be a part of their own solutions. Each person is the EXPERT of their own life; not anyone else. I strive to empower clients to feel that their successes come from themselves and are the result of their own dedication and hard work. Many times therapists tend to talk about their ideal client...this seems backwards to me...why does it matter about the therapists' needs? Clients should be empowered to seek out their ideal therapist and what the therapist has to offer them individually, their family, spouse, partner, children, etc.
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile. My therapeutic philosophy is that individuals need to be a part of their own solutions. Each person is the EXPERT of their own life; not anyone else. I strive to empower clients to feel that their successes come from themselves and are the result of their own dedication and hard work. Many times therapists tend to talk about their ideal client...this seems backwards to me...why does it matter about the therapists' needs? Clients should be empowered to seek out their ideal therapist and what the therapist has to offer them individually, their family, spouse, partner, children, etc.
Alan Richard Valdes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Malibu, CA 90263 (Online Only)
One who is experiencing any type of relationship issue, that is wanting to work on themselves and continue to strengthen either themselves or their relationship by working through the challenges that have exposed areas of growth in the individual.
One who is experiencing any type of relationship issue, that is wanting to work on themselves and continue to strengthen either themselves or their relationship by working through the challenges that have exposed areas of growth in the individual.
I believe that healing, growth, and change are available to all people, regardless of their present circumstances or their past misfortune. I believe therapy is a collaborative effort and each individual is an expert on their personal experiences and goals. I seek to explore and build from each client's personal strengths to find viable solutions, enhance coping skills, and nurture the path to positive change. I believe no one is truly alone, and that feelings of loneliness can be very real and overwhelming. There is strength in reaching out for help. I seek to provide an empathetic environment of self-discovery and change.
I believe that healing, growth, and change are available to all people, regardless of their present circumstances or their past misfortune. I believe therapy is a collaborative effort and each individual is an expert on their personal experiences and goals. I seek to explore and build from each client's personal strengths to find viable solutions, enhance coping skills, and nurture the path to positive change. I believe no one is truly alone, and that feelings of loneliness can be very real and overwhelming. There is strength in reaching out for help. I seek to provide an empathetic environment of self-discovery and change.
Pacific Marriage & Family Therapy Network
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Malibu, CA 90263
Pacific MFT Network is a group of highly skilled, diverse, and well-trained therapists. Our mission is to empower you to live the life you want. We do so by creating supportive, caring, and non-judgmental relationships with our clients. We work to provide you with the best care possible and reduce obstacles to participation. Additional benefits to working with us include a unique concierge billing service and a wide range of scheduling options (all weekdays, weekends, day and evening appointments are available). We work with children, teens, and adults of all ages.
Pacific MFT Network is a group of highly skilled, diverse, and well-trained therapists. Our mission is to empower you to live the life you want. We do so by creating supportive, caring, and non-judgmental relationships with our clients. We work to provide you with the best care possible and reduce obstacles to participation. Additional benefits to working with us include a unique concierge billing service and a wide range of scheduling options (all weekdays, weekends, day and evening appointments are available). We work with children, teens, and adults of all ages.
Tomas Joseph Madrigal
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CATC-I, CATC-II, L-13546
Verified Verified
Malibu, CA 90263
Struggling with addiction and feel rehab isn’t an option? Leaving your family, job, school and responsibilities for an extended period of time is not always needed to get yourself healthy and on track. If you or a loved one are struggling with addiction, I know the challenges of this lifestyle. Being caught in the cycle of addiction is hard--feelings of fear, failure, guilt, and shame. You may have tried stopping on your own, only to find yourself engaging in the same unhelpful behavior. Breaking this cycle alone is tough! Counseling may be more effective for you than rehab. I specialize in moderation & abstinence based approaches.
Struggling with addiction and feel rehab isn’t an option? Leaving your family, job, school and responsibilities for an extended period of time is not always needed to get yourself healthy and on track. If you or a loved one are struggling with addiction, I know the challenges of this lifestyle. Being caught in the cycle of addiction is hard--feelings of fear, failure, guilt, and shame. You may have tried stopping on your own, only to find yourself engaging in the same unhelpful behavior. Breaking this cycle alone is tough! Counseling may be more effective for you than rehab. I specialize in moderation & abstinence based approaches.
Thank you for your patience as we work through this COVID-19 crisis. We would like to remind you to focus on your and your family's physiological, safety, and emotional needs.
Thank you for your patience as we work through this COVID-19 crisis. We would like to remind you to focus on your and your family's physiological, safety, and emotional needs.
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I work well with individuals and families with individuals with special needs such as autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities, emotional problems (e.
The ideal client is 5 - 35 years old, experiencing academic, behavioral, psychological, functional, occupational or social problems, such as difficulty learning, regulating emotion, developing and maintaining friendships, problem-solving, acting in age-appropriate ways, thinking clearly, sustaining attention, or working. I offer strength-based assessment services to children, adolescents, and young adults including psychoeducational, psychological, and accommodations testing for the purpose of diagnosis, documentation, treatment, and intervention planning. This includes school placement, IEP goals, support services, accommodations, and referrals. I also work clinically with parents and siblings of special needs children, and children, adolescents and young adults with special needs.
I work well with individuals and families with individuals with special needs such as autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities, emotional problems (e.
The ideal client is 5 - 35 years old, experiencing academic, behavioral, psychological, functional, occupational or social problems, such as difficulty learning, regulating emotion, developing and maintaining friendships, problem-solving, acting in age-appropriate ways, thinking clearly, sustaining attention, or working. I offer strength-based assessment services to children, adolescents, and young adults including psychoeducational, psychological, and accommodations testing for the purpose of diagnosis, documentation, treatment, and intervention planning. This includes school placement, IEP goals, support services, accommodations, and referrals. I also work clinically with parents and siblings of special needs children, and children, adolescents and young adults with special needs.
Has your child been struggling in school and/or at home? Have teachers told you that your child has tremendous potential if he or she would just try harder or focus better? Has anyone ever suggested that your child may have a learning difference? Are you struggling with challenging behavior with your child at home? If you find yourself answering "yes" to any of these questions, then a comprehensive evaluation may help explain the underlying reasons for their challenge(s) and provide you with a specific plan of action for home and school.
Has your child been struggling in school and/or at home? Have teachers told you that your child has tremendous potential if he or she would just try harder or focus better? Has anyone ever suggested that your child may have a learning difference? Are you struggling with challenging behavior with your child at home? If you find yourself answering "yes" to any of these questions, then a comprehensive evaluation may help explain the underlying reasons for their challenge(s) and provide you with a specific plan of action for home and school.
Dr. Judith Friedman, Reflect Neuropsychology
Psychologist, MEd, PsyD
Verified Verified
Calabasas, CA 91302
I am a Neuropsychologist located in Calabasas with over 25 years of specialized training in neuropsychological testing, and adolescent, adult and geriatric psychology from Harvard University and UCLA. I accept insurance, and specialize in the in the evidence-based assessment of individuals with academic, learning, and other neurocognitive differences that effect academic, social, and behavioral functioning. My team and I use a scientific approach to provide each patient with an individualized assessment based on empirically-validated research of brain-based conditions (e.g., ADHD, dyslexia, brain injury, epilepsy, dementia, etc.).
I am a Neuropsychologist located in Calabasas with over 25 years of specialized training in neuropsychological testing, and adolescent, adult and geriatric psychology from Harvard University and UCLA. I accept insurance, and specialize in the in the evidence-based assessment of individuals with academic, learning, and other neurocognitive differences that effect academic, social, and behavioral functioning. My team and I use a scientific approach to provide each patient with an individualized assessment based on empirically-validated research of brain-based conditions (e.g., ADHD, dyslexia, brain injury, epilepsy, dementia, etc.).
My goal is to work with families to help them understand their student's learning profile so that strategies can be chosen to help the student thrive in their educational setting.
When your child struggles in school, it can be difficult to know where to get help. I love working with families to demystify their child's learning strengths and areas of need. I provide educational testing to examine possible learning disabilities and also work with children suspected of having attentional difficulties. If your child is struggling with time management, planning, and organizing, I would love to help them in these areas.
My goal is to work with families to help them understand their student's learning profile so that strategies can be chosen to help the student thrive in their educational setting.
When your child struggles in school, it can be difficult to know where to get help. I love working with families to demystify their child's learning strengths and areas of need. I provide educational testing to examine possible learning disabilities and also work with children suspected of having attentional difficulties. If your child is struggling with time management, planning, and organizing, I would love to help them in these areas.
Dr. Biesman specializes in assessing and treating children, adolescents, and young adults with neurodevelopmental disorders such as Autism, ADHD, and learning differences and associated social-emotional and educational challenges. She works closely with families and specifically conducts comprehensive child, adolescent and adult neuropsychological and forensic evaluations. Additionally, she offers neurodevelopmental assessments and works extensively with parents in formulating treatment plans and early intervention programs for children ages 0-5. She supervises post-docs who treat youth 18-25 and those with digital addictions.
Dr. Biesman specializes in assessing and treating children, adolescents, and young adults with neurodevelopmental disorders such as Autism, ADHD, and learning differences and associated social-emotional and educational challenges. She works closely with families and specifically conducts comprehensive child, adolescent and adult neuropsychological and forensic evaluations. Additionally, she offers neurodevelopmental assessments and works extensively with parents in formulating treatment plans and early intervention programs for children ages 0-5. She supervises post-docs who treat youth 18-25 and those with digital addictions.
Family members also often benefit from better understanding their loved ones' condition(s) and from learning how to help them achieve more optimal functioning.
At Jo NeuroAssessment Center, we work with children and adults with a variety of neurological and psychiatric conditions. These include AD/HD, learning disabilities, traumatic brain injury (TBI), stroke, memory disorders, and neurodevelopmental conditions such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD). We conduct comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations which involve in-depth assessment of various cognitive skills such as attention, processing speed, memory, problem solving, language, and visual-spatial functioning, among others. Co-morbid psychiatric conditions such as depression and anxiety may also be a focus of a neuropsychological evaluation.
Family members also often benefit from better understanding their loved ones' condition(s) and from learning how to help them achieve more optimal functioning.
At Jo NeuroAssessment Center, we work with children and adults with a variety of neurological and psychiatric conditions. These include AD/HD, learning disabilities, traumatic brain injury (TBI), stroke, memory disorders, and neurodevelopmental conditions such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD). We conduct comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations which involve in-depth assessment of various cognitive skills such as attention, processing speed, memory, problem solving, language, and visual-spatial functioning, among others. Co-morbid psychiatric conditions such as depression and anxiety may also be a focus of a neuropsychological evaluation.
We are a full-service Regional Mental Health Diagnostic and Treatment Center. We specialize in providing diagnostic evaluations to identify learning disabilities, attention and memory problems in children and adults. Psychological testing is used for the assessment of ADHD, memory and cognitive decline, personality, mood/bipolar, learning disorders, Autism, visual processing weaknesses, and developmental delay (ages newborn to 3 years). Psychological testing can also be used for schools to help accommodate your child's needs.
We are a full-service Regional Mental Health Diagnostic and Treatment Center. We specialize in providing diagnostic evaluations to identify learning disabilities, attention and memory problems in children and adults. Psychological testing is used for the assessment of ADHD, memory and cognitive decline, personality, mood/bipolar, learning disorders, Autism, visual processing weaknesses, and developmental delay (ages newborn to 3 years). Psychological testing can also be used for schools to help accommodate your child's needs.
I specialize with children, adolescents, and families struggling with educational issues and personal struggles. I also specialize with middle/high school and college students and athletes dealing with anxiety, homesickness, and other life transitions. My expertise focuses in the area of ADHD, Learning Disabilities, and oppositional behaviors as well. I have worked in the school system for over 25 years. Finally, for those of you in your adult years, I offer individual and couples therapy with a direct straightforward approach. I believe in improving communication and helping you thrive in your couple and family relationships.
I specialize with children, adolescents, and families struggling with educational issues and personal struggles. I also specialize with middle/high school and college students and athletes dealing with anxiety, homesickness, and other life transitions. My expertise focuses in the area of ADHD, Learning Disabilities, and oppositional behaviors as well. I have worked in the school system for over 25 years. Finally, for those of you in your adult years, I offer individual and couples therapy with a direct straightforward approach. I believe in improving communication and helping you thrive in your couple and family relationships.
I am clinical psychologist and learning disabilities specialist with bi-coastal practices in both Scarsdale, New York and Calabasas, California. Within my practice, I provide evidence based psychological treatments, executive function training, and parenting skills. My goal is to provide skill based interventions that support success for children and adolescents at home, in school, and in their social community. My work is practical, effective, and efficient in terms of treatment length. I work collaboratively with parents, schools, and outside professionals to provide a full service program.
I am clinical psychologist and learning disabilities specialist with bi-coastal practices in both Scarsdale, New York and Calabasas, California. Within my practice, I provide evidence based psychological treatments, executive function training, and parenting skills. My goal is to provide skill based interventions that support success for children and adolescents at home, in school, and in their social community. My work is practical, effective, and efficient in terms of treatment length. I work collaboratively with parents, schools, and outside professionals to provide a full service program.
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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.