Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in Indialantic, FL
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I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in comprehensive evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults. I believe clients are best served by working directly with a licensed professional so I personally conduct all aspects of the assessment (initial meeting, testing, scoring, interpretation, report writing, and feedback meeting). Assessment batteries are tailored to the specific referral question including: Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Specific Learning Disorders, Gifted/Talented, Specific information about cognitive and academic strengths and weaknesses, Psychological diagnoses
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in comprehensive evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults. I believe clients are best served by working directly with a licensed professional so I personally conduct all aspects of the assessment (initial meeting, testing, scoring, interpretation, report writing, and feedback meeting). Assessment batteries are tailored to the specific referral question including: Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Specific Learning Disorders, Gifted/Talented, Specific information about cognitive and academic strengths and weaknesses, Psychological diagnoses
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Neuropsychology Concierge: Dr. Cristi Salinas
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indialantic, FL 32903
Dr. Cristi is an expert neuropsychologist, author, international speaker, and mama of a 2e/ADHD son who has worked with more than 6,000 children and adults. She specializes in the assessment and treatment of various conditions such as ADHD, Learning Disability, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Traumatic Brain Injury, Epilepsy. She worked at the number 1 rated Children’s Hospital in the US, Boston Children’s, and contributed to best practices at Harvard, Emory & Advent Health Orlando. She has the unique expertise to identify your strengths and the root cause of your concerns plus she will develop a roadmap of interventions/solutions.
Dr. Cristi is an expert neuropsychologist, author, international speaker, and mama of a 2e/ADHD son who has worked with more than 6,000 children and adults. She specializes in the assessment and treatment of various conditions such as ADHD, Learning Disability, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Traumatic Brain Injury, Epilepsy. She worked at the number 1 rated Children’s Hospital in the US, Boston Children’s, and contributed to best practices at Harvard, Emory & Advent Health Orlando. She has the unique expertise to identify your strengths and the root cause of your concerns plus she will develop a roadmap of interventions/solutions.
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Dr. Neuropsychology Concierge: Cristi Salinas
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Indialantic, FL 32903
Dr. Cristi is an expert neuropsychologist, author, international speaker, and mama of a 2e/ADHD son who has worked with 6,000 children and adults. Dr. Cristi specializes in the assessment and treatment of ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Learning Disabilities, Gifted, Brain Injury, and Epilepsy. She worked at the number 1 rated Children’s Hospital in the US, Boston Children’s, and contributed to best practices at Harvard, Emory & Advent Health Orlando. She has the unique expertise to identify your strengths and the root cause of your concerns plus she will develop a practical roadmap of interventions/solutions.
Dr. Cristi is an expert neuropsychologist, author, international speaker, and mama of a 2e/ADHD son who has worked with 6,000 children and adults. Dr. Cristi specializes in the assessment and treatment of ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Learning Disabilities, Gifted, Brain Injury, and Epilepsy. She worked at the number 1 rated Children’s Hospital in the US, Boston Children’s, and contributed to best practices at Harvard, Emory & Advent Health Orlando. She has the unique expertise to identify your strengths and the root cause of your concerns plus she will develop a practical roadmap of interventions/solutions.
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Russell conducts Learning Disability, ADHD, OCD, Giftedness, and Autism Spectrum Disorder assessments for children, adolescents and adults.
Dr. Russell is an experienced clinician who understands that conflicts and concerns arise in everyone's life and having knowledgeable and caring support for yourself and your loved ones is crucial. She works primarily with adolescents and families. Her aim is to assess, inform, and empower her clients to improve their quality of life. She specializes in short-term therapy, ADHD/ASD/LD assessment, and parenting skills training. She offers a brief phone consultation to determine if she would be a good fit for your needs.
Russell conducts Learning Disability, ADHD, OCD, Giftedness, and Autism Spectrum Disorder assessments for children, adolescents and adults.
Dr. Russell is an experienced clinician who understands that conflicts and concerns arise in everyone's life and having knowledgeable and caring support for yourself and your loved ones is crucial. She works primarily with adolescents and families. Her aim is to assess, inform, and empower her clients to improve their quality of life. She specializes in short-term therapy, ADHD/ASD/LD assessment, and parenting skills training. She offers a brief phone consultation to determine if she would be a good fit for your needs.
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Dr. Cristi is an expert neuropsychologist, author, international speaker, and mama of a 2e son who has worked with 6,000 children and adults. She worked at the number 1 rated Children’s Hospital in the US, Boston Children’s, and contributed to best practices at Harvard, Emory & Advent Health Orlando. She has the unique expertise to identify your strengths and the root cause of your concerns plus she will develop a practical roadmap of interventions/solutions. Dr. Cristi specializes in the assessment and treatment of ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Learning Disabilities, Gifted, Brain Injury, and Epilepsy.
Dr. Cristi is an expert neuropsychologist, author, international speaker, and mama of a 2e son who has worked with 6,000 children and adults. She worked at the number 1 rated Children’s Hospital in the US, Boston Children’s, and contributed to best practices at Harvard, Emory & Advent Health Orlando. She has the unique expertise to identify your strengths and the root cause of your concerns plus she will develop a practical roadmap of interventions/solutions. Dr. Cristi specializes in the assessment and treatment of ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Learning Disabilities, Gifted, Brain Injury, and Epilepsy.
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Services provided by Space Coast Educational Evaluations, LLC include testing in the areas of gifted, learning disabilities, and attention. The information gained from a psycho-educational evaluation can be useful to parents and schools in the development of gifted Education Plans (EP), Individual Education Plans (IEP), 504-Plans, and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) interventions. With more than a decade of experience in education, Julie Simmons, licensed and certified School Psychologist, can help guide parents towards a better understanding of their child.
Services provided by Space Coast Educational Evaluations, LLC include testing in the areas of gifted, learning disabilities, and attention. The information gained from a psycho-educational evaluation can be useful to parents and schools in the development of gifted Education Plans (EP), Individual Education Plans (IEP), 504-Plans, and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) interventions. With more than a decade of experience in education, Julie Simmons, licensed and certified School Psychologist, can help guide parents towards a better understanding of their child.
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Stephanie Byrd
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Indialantic, FL 32903
Whether you are looking for support and guidance through a challenging situation or just ready to move in a different direction, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. You can look forward to sessions that are catered to meet the unique needs of each individual, couple, or family creating balance, connection, clarity, and purpose.
Whether you are looking for support and guidance through a challenging situation or just ready to move in a different direction, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. You can look forward to sessions that are catered to meet the unique needs of each individual, couple, or family creating balance, connection, clarity, and purpose.
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Suzi Marsh Meffen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BBA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indialantic, FL 32903
Welcome to The Center for Codependency Recovery! It is possible to face and change addictive and unfulfilling relationships with the compulsive or emotionally ill. If you struggle with depression or anxiety, a relationship concern, or, you or someone you love has an emotional illness or an addiction problem this type of counseling may be ideal for you. If you find yourself feeling sad, depressed, anxious and unmotivated and want a guide to give you a plan for tackling your issues or if you want to be free of negative thoughts and self doubt , give us a call! Be joyful and at ease with yourself and others again!
Welcome to The Center for Codependency Recovery! It is possible to face and change addictive and unfulfilling relationships with the compulsive or emotionally ill. If you struggle with depression or anxiety, a relationship concern, or, you or someone you love has an emotional illness or an addiction problem this type of counseling may be ideal for you. If you find yourself feeling sad, depressed, anxious and unmotivated and want a guide to give you a plan for tackling your issues or if you want to be free of negative thoughts and self doubt , give us a call! Be joyful and at ease with yourself and others again!
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Sarah M. W. Arnett
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Indialantic, FL 32903
Not accepting new clients
Dr. Sarah Arnett is an Adjunct Professor and past Fellow in Family Psychology in the School of Psychology at the Florida Institute of Technology. She has taught classes in marital and sex therapy, consultation, hypnosis and EMDR. In addition, Dr. Arnett served as Vice President for the Florida Society of Clinical Hypnosis (FSCH). She has served on the teaching faculty for FSCH at its annual workshops. In addition Dr. Arnett served as host and writer for the psychology science minute on WFIT radio.
Dr. Sarah Arnett is an Adjunct Professor and past Fellow in Family Psychology in the School of Psychology at the Florida Institute of Technology. She has taught classes in marital and sex therapy, consultation, hypnosis and EMDR. In addition, Dr. Arnett served as Vice President for the Florida Society of Clinical Hypnosis (FSCH). She has served on the teaching faculty for FSCH at its annual workshops. In addition Dr. Arnett served as host and writer for the psychology science minute on WFIT radio.
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Daryel Scott
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, RMHCI
Verified Verified
Melbourne, FL 32935
Growing up in Savannah, Georgia with a single mother. Daryel Scott’s curiosity when it came to education and mental health grew. And today, he has over 20 years of experience working as an educator and counselor. Daryel is passionate about helping individuals who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, mood swings, addiction, dual-diagnosis, learning/behavioral disorders, developmental disabilities and Autism. He does individual, family and group counseling using evidence base therapeutic interventions tailoring it to each individual client to help reach their goals.
Growing up in Savannah, Georgia with a single mother. Daryel Scott’s curiosity when it came to education and mental health grew. And today, he has over 20 years of experience working as an educator and counselor. Daryel is passionate about helping individuals who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, mood swings, addiction, dual-diagnosis, learning/behavioral disorders, developmental disabilities and Autism. He does individual, family and group counseling using evidence base therapeutic interventions tailoring it to each individual client to help reach their goals.
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If you are concerned about learning disabilities, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, or sensory-motor disorders, I can help diagnose or rule these out.
My professional goal is to help individuals and families navigate the many challenges we are faced with as we move through life. Let's together figure out how you can be the person you want to be and improve you relationships. If your child has challenges, let's identify those, and find solutions and recommendations. As our parents age it is important they get proper diagnoses and recommendations. After a stroke, traumatic brain injury, or other disability, it is important to receive education and direction to the best resources, as well as help adjusting. Life can be hard at times, let's find a solution together.
If you are concerned about learning disabilities, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, or sensory-motor disorders, I can help diagnose or rule these out.
My professional goal is to help individuals and families navigate the many challenges we are faced with as we move through life. Let's together figure out how you can be the person you want to be and improve you relationships. If your child has challenges, let's identify those, and find solutions and recommendations. As our parents age it is important they get proper diagnoses and recommendations. After a stroke, traumatic brain injury, or other disability, it is important to receive education and direction to the best resources, as well as help adjusting. Life can be hard at times, let's find a solution together.
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Nick specializes in child/adolescent ADHD, trauma, grief, loss, divorce, learning and behavioral issues.
Rev. Nick is the Founder and Director of New Hope Counseling Center. He has been a practicing psychotherapist in the Space Coast since 1990. He received his Master of Arts in Counseling from Rollins College. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Religion from Mount Vernon Nazarene University. He is a Certified LMHC Supervisor with the State of Florida and a charter member of the American Association of Christian Counselors.
Nick specializes in child/adolescent ADHD, trauma, grief, loss, divorce, learning and behavioral issues.
Rev. Nick is the Founder and Director of New Hope Counseling Center. He has been a practicing psychotherapist in the Space Coast since 1990. He received his Master of Arts in Counseling from Rollins College. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Religion from Mount Vernon Nazarene University. He is a Certified LMHC Supervisor with the State of Florida and a charter member of the American Association of Christian Counselors.
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My interest in evaluations, especially psychoeducational evaluations, stemmed from the time I was a grad student. I evaluated a child with suspected learning disabilities and provided feedback to his parents. To my surprise, the parents brought their son back to the clinic for a re-evaluation by the time I was an intern. The difference in how they presented between the first and second intakes was night and day. As evaluators, we almost never receive feedback about how our evaluations positively impacted our clients’ lives. In the rare events we do hear back from them, it fills us with great satisfaction. This is what motivates me.
My interest in evaluations, especially psychoeducational evaluations, stemmed from the time I was a grad student. I evaluated a child with suspected learning disabilities and provided feedback to his parents. To my surprise, the parents brought their son back to the clinic for a re-evaluation by the time I was an intern. The difference in how they presented between the first and second intakes was night and day. As evaluators, we almost never receive feedback about how our evaluations positively impacted our clients’ lives. In the rare events we do hear back from them, it fills us with great satisfaction. This is what motivates me.
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We strive to provide the highest quality of care to everyone we see and we work with people with a full range of mental concerns. We specialize in psychological and neuropsychological testing for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), learning disabilities, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and memory loss. We will also provide treatment for people suffering from anxiety, depression and other troubles. Additionally, we provide forensic assessments for VA disability, social security disability, worker's compensation, criminal matters, and employment related concerns. All people are welcome, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, nationality or religion.
We strive to provide the highest quality of care to everyone we see and we work with people with a full range of mental concerns. We specialize in psychological and neuropsychological testing for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), learning disabilities, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and memory loss. We will also provide treatment for people suffering from anxiety, depression and other troubles. Additionally, we provide forensic assessments for VA disability, social security disability, worker's compensation, criminal matters, and employment related concerns. All people are welcome, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, nationality or religion.
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I view therapy as just a learning experience that at times can feel uncomfortable and at other times feel very empowering.
I am a licensed psychotherapist with a doctorates in philosophy, who specializes in treating individuals experiencing a wide-range of difficulties. My passionate, friendly and patient approach is aimed at developing a individualized therapeutic relationship, with my clients that will inspire courage to navigate life's challenges. With an understanding and appreciation for the uniqueness of each individual, I recognize that no single approach is right for everyone and strive to integrate various therapeutic orientations and interventions.
I view therapy as just a learning experience that at times can feel uncomfortable and at other times feel very empowering.
I am a licensed psychotherapist with a doctorates in philosophy, who specializes in treating individuals experiencing a wide-range of difficulties. My passionate, friendly and patient approach is aimed at developing a individualized therapeutic relationship, with my clients that will inspire courage to navigate life's challenges. With an understanding and appreciation for the uniqueness of each individual, I recognize that no single approach is right for everyone and strive to integrate various therapeutic orientations and interventions.
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As a neuropsychologist, Dr. Ashley Tanton specializes in how disease and trauma affect the brain, and the relationships between the brain and cognition, behavior, personality, and mood. She conducts comprehensive assessments with patients ages 6 and older who have experienced any of the following: Stroke, head injury (e.g., concussion), brain tumor or brain bleed, epilepsy, dementia/Alzheimer's Disease, neurological disorders (e.g., multiple sclerosis), cancer, neuromuscular or movement disorders (e.g., Parkinson's Disease), attentional and/or behavioral problems (e.g., ADHD), autism, and intellectual and learning disabilities.
As a neuropsychologist, Dr. Ashley Tanton specializes in how disease and trauma affect the brain, and the relationships between the brain and cognition, behavior, personality, and mood. She conducts comprehensive assessments with patients ages 6 and older who have experienced any of the following: Stroke, head injury (e.g., concussion), brain tumor or brain bleed, epilepsy, dementia/Alzheimer's Disease, neurological disorders (e.g., multiple sclerosis), cancer, neuromuscular or movement disorders (e.g., Parkinson's Disease), attentional and/or behavioral problems (e.g., ADHD), autism, and intellectual and learning disabilities.
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Hi there! I'm a Licensed School Psychologist & Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern with years of experience helping families support their children's learning & behavior. If you're struggling to understand your child's unique needs & how to respond or teach them effectively, you're in the right place. As a parent seeking professional guidance, you want your child to thrive in school, at home, & in social settings. Together, we can create a nurturing environment that fosters academic success, emotional well-being, & social growth. Through psychoeducational assessments & targeted interventions, we can help meet your child's need
Hi there! I'm a Licensed School Psychologist & Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern with years of experience helping families support their children's learning & behavior. If you're struggling to understand your child's unique needs & how to respond or teach them effectively, you're in the right place. As a parent seeking professional guidance, you want your child to thrive in school, at home, & in social settings. Together, we can create a nurturing environment that fosters academic success, emotional well-being, & social growth. Through psychoeducational assessments & targeted interventions, we can help meet your child's need
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Blue Cat Neuropsychology & Intervention, PLLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palm Bay, FL 32905
How can we help you today? At Blue Cat Neuropsychology & Intervention, we offer psychotherapy, neuropsychological evaluation, psychoeducational assessment, academic remediation, and cognitive rehabilitation. People come here because they are having problems in school; changes in thinking, memory, attention, or emotion (often related to epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, cancer post-treatment, brain injury or concussions, or early developmental or autism spectrum issues); or, they wonder about ADHD or Autism Spectrum Disorder. We help identify what is happening and what can be done to improve the situation.
How can we help you today? At Blue Cat Neuropsychology & Intervention, we offer psychotherapy, neuropsychological evaluation, psychoeducational assessment, academic remediation, and cognitive rehabilitation. People come here because they are having problems in school; changes in thinking, memory, attention, or emotion (often related to epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, cancer post-treatment, brain injury or concussions, or early developmental or autism spectrum issues); or, they wonder about ADHD or Autism Spectrum Disorder. We help identify what is happening and what can be done to improve the situation.
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Hi! I hold a PhD in Clinical Neuropsychology, and I work to help my clients understand and capitalize on their assets while seeking to improve their weaknesses.
Hi! I hold a PhD in Clinical Neuropsychology, and I work to help my clients understand and capitalize on their assets while seeking to improve their weaknesses.
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My ideal client struggles with insecurities, fears, has low self- esteem, and difficulties to identify his or her strengths. He or she has fears, and anxieties, and create the worst possible case scenarios in his or her inner dialogue for situations that he or she finds threatening or challenging. Also my ideal client needs to identify strategies to better manage their time. My ideal client struggles with anxieties in his or her relationship, which could lead to codependency and anxious attachment patterns.
My ideal client struggles with insecurities, fears, has low self- esteem, and difficulties to identify his or her strengths. He or she has fears, and anxieties, and create the worst possible case scenarios in his or her inner dialogue for situations that he or she finds threatening or challenging. Also my ideal client needs to identify strategies to better manage their time. My ideal client struggles with anxieties in his or her relationship, which could lead to codependency and anxious attachment patterns.
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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.