Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in Shrewsbury, MA
As a clinical neuropsychologist I work with clients to identify areas of cognitive strength and weakness and relate those patterns to known profiles of brain-behavior relationship. The process involves an interview, collateral contacts, and carefully selected standardized assessment of brain and emotional functioning. A neuropsychological evaluation may help identify dementia, direct therapies after traumatic brain injury, or tease out ADHD from learning disorder and other developmental conditions.
As a clinical neuropsychologist I work with clients to identify areas of cognitive strength and weakness and relate those patterns to known profiles of brain-behavior relationship. The process involves an interview, collateral contacts, and carefully selected standardized assessment of brain and emotional functioning. A neuropsychological evaluation may help identify dementia, direct therapies after traumatic brain injury, or tease out ADHD from learning disorder and other developmental conditions.
Does your child have trouble with attention, managing their emotions or behavior, or learning at school or at home? As a doctoral-level licensed educational psychologist, I can help by providing therapy and/or comprehensive psychological or psycho-educational assessments to better understand their strengths and weaknesses. Through evaluations, I can provide specific treatment recommendations for issues such as ADHD, autism, learning disorders, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and OCD. In therapy, I can help children and teens develop positive coping, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Does your child have trouble with attention, managing their emotions or behavior, or learning at school or at home? As a doctoral-level licensed educational psychologist, I can help by providing therapy and/or comprehensive psychological or psycho-educational assessments to better understand their strengths and weaknesses. Through evaluations, I can provide specific treatment recommendations for issues such as ADHD, autism, learning disorders, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and OCD. In therapy, I can help children and teens develop positive coping, communication, and problem-solving skills.
I have been trained in cognitive behavioral therapy and am a graduate of Assumption College. I hold a masters degree in counseling psychology. I am certified in both family counseling and children & adolescent therapy from the Aaron T. Beck Institute.
I have been trained in cognitive behavioral therapy and am a graduate of Assumption College. I hold a masters degree in counseling psychology. I am certified in both family counseling and children & adolescent therapy from the Aaron T. Beck Institute.
As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker I focus on helping individuals and couples deal with life's difficult circumstances using a variety of psycho-therapeutic styles to help people manage anxiety and depression and to improve communication, intimacy and purpose in their daily lives. Mindfulness and cognition are helpful tools in my work. As an ordained Christian therapist I utilize a spiritual perspective with those seeking such. I enjoy helping people find new life out of difficult circumstances and unhappy histories.The initial consultation includes choosing between regular psychotherapy or spiritual direction - My blog: Living Each Day with Christ.
As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker I focus on helping individuals and couples deal with life's difficult circumstances using a variety of psycho-therapeutic styles to help people manage anxiety and depression and to improve communication, intimacy and purpose in their daily lives. Mindfulness and cognition are helpful tools in my work. As an ordained Christian therapist I utilize a spiritual perspective with those seeking such. I enjoy helping people find new life out of difficult circumstances and unhappy histories.The initial consultation includes choosing between regular psychotherapy or spiritual direction - My blog: Living Each Day with Christ.
Elizabeth Quigley, LICSW, New Inspiration
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Shrewsbury, MA 01545 (Online Only)
You want to feel better and do better in your life, and now, perhaps more than ever, you need someone – someone REALLY helpful – “in your corner” to help you turn things around. I’m willing and able to do just that. Together, we can do this: I use a range of solution-focused approaches: treatments that work (CBT, DBT, and whatever else works). We’ll figure out exactly how you’ve “gotten here,” plan a way out, and I’ll guide you along the way…as we activate your strengths and your inner resources to live a better life. I work with adults, teens, and families and I’m available immediately to give you the help you need and deserve.
You want to feel better and do better in your life, and now, perhaps more than ever, you need someone – someone REALLY helpful – “in your corner” to help you turn things around. I’m willing and able to do just that. Together, we can do this: I use a range of solution-focused approaches: treatments that work (CBT, DBT, and whatever else works). We’ll figure out exactly how you’ve “gotten here,” plan a way out, and I’ll guide you along the way…as we activate your strengths and your inner resources to live a better life. I work with adults, teens, and families and I’m available immediately to give you the help you need and deserve.
I offer evidence-based, client centered, treatments delivered with compassion, humor and intelligence. My job satisfaction comes from seeing large changes in my clients over a short period of time. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and include elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Art Therapy. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a psychosocial intervention that is the most widely used evidence-based practice for improving mental health. Guided by empirical research, CBT focuses on the development of personal coping strategies that target solving current problems and changing unhelpful patterns in cognitions (e.g. thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes), behaviors, and emotional regulation.
I offer evidence-based, client centered, treatments delivered with compassion, humor and intelligence. My job satisfaction comes from seeing large changes in my clients over a short period of time. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and include elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Art Therapy. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a psychosocial intervention that is the most widely used evidence-based practice for improving mental health. Guided by empirical research, CBT focuses on the development of personal coping strategies that target solving current problems and changing unhelpful patterns in cognitions (e.g. thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes), behaviors, and emotional regulation.
Demi McLaren
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Shrewsbury, MA 01545 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ and marginalized folks through a strength-based, trauma-informed lens. I also have experience working with clients coping with anxiety and depression along with other identity shifts that come with life transitions.
I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ and marginalized folks through a strength-based, trauma-informed lens. I also have experience working with clients coping with anxiety and depression along with other identity shifts that come with life transitions.
Ranu Aeron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Shrewsbury, MA 01545 (Online Only)
Before we begin our therapy sessions, I want to express my commitment to you. My promise is to ALWAYS put forth my best effort and ALWAYS show up present during our sessions. This dedication reflects my respect for your time and my intention to effectively support your personal growth. My aim is to equip myself with the necessary knowledge and skills that will enable me to provide you with the highest level of support throughout our therapeutic journey. I am a graduate of Boston University with 20+ years of experience in the mental health field. I enjoy working with kids, Preteens, Teenager, Young Adult , Adult - (ages 10 to 50)
Before we begin our therapy sessions, I want to express my commitment to you. My promise is to ALWAYS put forth my best effort and ALWAYS show up present during our sessions. This dedication reflects my respect for your time and my intention to effectively support your personal growth. My aim is to equip myself with the necessary knowledge and skills that will enable me to provide you with the highest level of support throughout our therapeutic journey. I am a graduate of Boston University with 20+ years of experience in the mental health field. I enjoy working with kids, Preteens, Teenager, Young Adult , Adult - (ages 10 to 50)
MCL Counseling and Hypnosis, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shrewsbury, MA 01545
Not accepting new clients
**** CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS / over a month long waiting list **** Are you doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results? Has your life become unmanageable? Maybe you are feeling frustrated, anxious, full of worry, angry, sad, alone, depressed and hopeless. Perhaps you have reinforced several negative coping strategies that are negatively impacting your life. It’s time to give yourself permission to succeed. Let me work with you to make the healthy, positive changes you desire last a lifetime.
**** CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS / over a month long waiting list **** Are you doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results? Has your life become unmanageable? Maybe you are feeling frustrated, anxious, full of worry, angry, sad, alone, depressed and hopeless. Perhaps you have reinforced several negative coping strategies that are negatively impacting your life. It’s time to give yourself permission to succeed. Let me work with you to make the healthy, positive changes you desire last a lifetime.
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Whether you are trying to understand your child's learning style, select the right school or career path, or deal with a stressful or challenging personal issue, we will strive to support your success.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, uncertain about making plans for school, work or life? At Powell & Wagner associates, we have been supporting the success of adolescents, children, families, adults, schools for over 45 years in the greater Boston area. By taking the time to understand each client including where you have been, and your present concerns, we can best support you in achieving a happier, more successful future. Whether you are seeking the right school for your child, the right career path, or dealing with a significant emotional challenge, we support you in achieving practical, tangible results.
Whether you are trying to understand your child's learning style, select the right school or career path, or deal with a stressful or challenging personal issue, we will strive to support your success.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, uncertain about making plans for school, work or life? At Powell & Wagner associates, we have been supporting the success of adolescents, children, families, adults, schools for over 45 years in the greater Boston area. By taking the time to understand each client including where you have been, and your present concerns, we can best support you in achieving a happier, more successful future. Whether you are seeking the right school for your child, the right career path, or dealing with a significant emotional challenge, we support you in achieving practical, tangible results.
Psychological, psychoeducational and neuropsychological testing is useful when children have difficulties learning or when they struggle with behavioral, emotional or social issues.
Are there times you think your child is capable of better performance in school? Do you feel your child's academic performance is slipping and are you looking for a way to identify educational problems and address them? Neuropsychological and psycho-educational testing may be the answer. I provide comprehensive neuropsychological testing services to preschoolers through young adults. My test battery and report help uncover the underlying causes of academic underachievement such as ADHD, motor skills disorders, communication disorders, mood disorders, disruptive behavior disorders, pervasive developmental disorders, congenital learning disabilities (LD), inadequate education or a combination of these factors.
Psychological, psychoeducational and neuropsychological testing is useful when children have difficulties learning or when they struggle with behavioral, emotional or social issues.
Are there times you think your child is capable of better performance in school? Do you feel your child's academic performance is slipping and are you looking for a way to identify educational problems and address them? Neuropsychological and psycho-educational testing may be the answer. I provide comprehensive neuropsychological testing services to preschoolers through young adults. My test battery and report help uncover the underlying causes of academic underachievement such as ADHD, motor skills disorders, communication disorders, mood disorders, disruptive behavior disorders, pervasive developmental disorders, congenital learning disabilities (LD), inadequate education or a combination of these factors.
Lighthouse Educational Assessments LLC
Educational Psychologist, LEP, NCSP, EdS
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01601
I specialize in assessing learning disabilities, complex social-emotional needs / trauma, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and more.
I work with students of all ages and their families, from preschool to college, who are looking for either special education in grade school or accommodations for higher education. I provide consultation, advocacy, and psychoeducational evaluation services designed to meet the needs of my clients and properly represent their concerns for all involved parties. If you are a parent who is concerned that your child may have a learning disability, that your child's needs are not being met by their school, or a college student concerned about being able to keep up with your college's curriculum, I can help!
I specialize in assessing learning disabilities, complex social-emotional needs / trauma, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and more.
I work with students of all ages and their families, from preschool to college, who are looking for either special education in grade school or accommodations for higher education. I provide consultation, advocacy, and psychoeducational evaluation services designed to meet the needs of my clients and properly represent their concerns for all involved parties. If you are a parent who is concerned that your child may have a learning disability, that your child's needs are not being met by their school, or a college student concerned about being able to keep up with your college's curriculum, I can help!
Jennifer Bernard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Holden, MA 01520 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As the Counseling Director at a private co-educational boarding school she has treated a diverse cultural, social, economic group with various stressors and learning dynamics.
Life is hard but we can stay strong with support! It takes courage to reach out to a therapist to help you with your life journey. Jenn believes everyone is unique and so there is no “cookie cutter” approach. Her person-centered style allows the client to establish goals and then together work as a “team” to attain growth. There is a wide array of adjustments in life such as leaving home, divorce, parenting, job unhappiness, marital strife, mid-life change, trauma, grief, and aging. Feeling a supportive presence through it all is key!
As the Counseling Director at a private co-educational boarding school she has treated a diverse cultural, social, economic group with various stressors and learning dynamics.
Life is hard but we can stay strong with support! It takes courage to reach out to a therapist to help you with your life journey. Jenn believes everyone is unique and so there is no “cookie cutter” approach. Her person-centered style allows the client to establish goals and then together work as a “team” to attain growth. There is a wide array of adjustments in life such as leaving home, divorce, parenting, job unhappiness, marital strife, mid-life change, trauma, grief, and aging. Feeling a supportive presence through it all is key!
Katie Ring
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Auburn, MA 01501 (Online Only)
Life often throws curveballs and learning new ways to respond to stress can be one of the most important things we can do. I enjoy building relationships and watching others develop the skills they need to successfully overcome their challenges in life. Therapeutic work can be difficult, but I've found that a good sense of humor can go a long way.
Life often throws curveballs and learning new ways to respond to stress can be one of the most important things we can do. I enjoy building relationships and watching others develop the skills they need to successfully overcome their challenges in life. Therapeutic work can be difficult, but I've found that a good sense of humor can go a long way.
I am also able to evaluate emotional, cognitive, or learning problems.
I am a Licensed Psychologist (LP) with over 20 years of experience assisting children, teens, and adults with chronic stress, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, poor coping skills, divorce, family conflict, grief, difficult life transitions, and more.
I am also able to evaluate emotional, cognitive, or learning problems.
I am a Licensed Psychologist (LP) with over 20 years of experience assisting children, teens, and adults with chronic stress, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, poor coping skills, divorce, family conflict, grief, difficult life transitions, and more.
Is your child struggling in school? Do you think you may have an un-diagnosed learning disability? Are you concerned about inattention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity for you or your child? Have you been in therapy for a long time, but are struggling to see results and improvement? A psychological assessment can help you or your child get the support you need.
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in psychological testing and assessment for clients of all ages. These evaluations can: assess for ADHD or executive functioning deficits; help clients understand their learning style and cognitive strengths and weaknesses; evaluate for the presence of a learning disability; and/or gain a better understanding of mental health, social, and emotional symptoms and functioning. As part of these evaluations, I generate a comprehensive report that provides a clear diagnosis, and offers recommendations for the classroom, the workplace, and/or ongoing treatment.
Is your child struggling in school? Do you think you may have an un-diagnosed learning disability? Are you concerned about inattention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity for you or your child? Have you been in therapy for a long time, but are struggling to see results and improvement? A psychological assessment can help you or your child get the support you need.
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in psychological testing and assessment for clients of all ages. These evaluations can: assess for ADHD or executive functioning deficits; help clients understand their learning style and cognitive strengths and weaknesses; evaluate for the presence of a learning disability; and/or gain a better understanding of mental health, social, and emotional symptoms and functioning. As part of these evaluations, I generate a comprehensive report that provides a clear diagnosis, and offers recommendations for the classroom, the workplace, and/or ongoing treatment.
Kristin Mayo Licensed Educational Psychologist
CAGS
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01605 (Online Only)
I'm a licensed educational psychologist specializing in assessment and intervention of psychological disorders impacting learning and school performance (e.g. dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, attention issues like ADD/ADHD, neurodevelopment disorders such as autism, and social-emotional disorders). I specialize in psycho-educational assessment focusing on discovering why educational difficulties are occurring and providing intervention recommendations. I am also available for guardianship assistance with special needs students and am able to sign guardianship applications.
I'm a licensed educational psychologist specializing in assessment and intervention of psychological disorders impacting learning and school performance (e.g. dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, attention issues like ADD/ADHD, neurodevelopment disorders such as autism, and social-emotional disorders). I specialize in psycho-educational assessment focusing on discovering why educational difficulties are occurring and providing intervention recommendations. I am also available for guardianship assistance with special needs students and am able to sign guardianship applications.
Empowerment is at the core of my therapeutic philosophy. I believe that understanding our patterns of behavior and learning and applying practical strategies enables clients to enhance their social and emotional functioning and improve their quality of life. We will take a collaborative approach in our work together and set meaningful goals focused on positive change. This approach to counseling is effective for those who are experiencing difficulties such as anxiety, issues with attention and focus, educational struggles, interpersonal issues and life transitions.
Empowerment is at the core of my therapeutic philosophy. I believe that understanding our patterns of behavior and learning and applying practical strategies enables clients to enhance their social and emotional functioning and improve their quality of life. We will take a collaborative approach in our work together and set meaningful goals focused on positive change. This approach to counseling is effective for those who are experiencing difficulties such as anxiety, issues with attention and focus, educational struggles, interpersonal issues and life transitions.
Olivia DiVirgilio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01602 (Online Only)
Do you feel anxious and find your mind constantly worrying? Do you feel sad, down and hopeless? Do you find yourself struggling and stressed with the demands of everyday life? These feelings can be overwhelming and upsetting. I am here to support you as you work towards exploring, processing and learning how to better cope with these feelings.
Do you feel anxious and find your mind constantly worrying? Do you feel sad, down and hopeless? Do you find yourself struggling and stressed with the demands of everyday life? These feelings can be overwhelming and upsetting. I am here to support you as you work towards exploring, processing and learning how to better cope with these feelings.
Christina Marie Casavant-Towers
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01601
Christina specializes in anxiety, depression, substance abuse, ADHD, Learning differences and much more.
Christina loves helping others and enjoys using humor, and person centered therapy to assist clients with dealing with today's challenges. She likes to help clients write their own story and what their life should be and with free of judgment. Christina can assist with managing goals and other behaviors throughout the lifespan, but she will try and go to the core and find what is going on to help you. She is further trauma certified and has experience with a variety of diagnosis, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, neurodiversity, and much more. Christina is licensed in Massachusetts and Maine.
Christina specializes in anxiety, depression, substance abuse, ADHD, Learning differences and much more.
Christina loves helping others and enjoys using humor, and person centered therapy to assist clients with dealing with today's challenges. She likes to help clients write their own story and what their life should be and with free of judgment. Christina can assist with managing goals and other behaviors throughout the lifespan, but she will try and go to the core and find what is going on to help you. She is further trauma certified and has experience with a variety of diagnosis, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, neurodiversity, and much more. Christina is licensed in Massachusetts and Maine.
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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.