Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in Hickory, NC
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I provide psychological/psychoeducational evaluations to diagnose learning and attention disorders including ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia, as well as Autism Spectrum Disorder (under 18 only), anxiety, and depression.
I provide psychological/psychoeducational evaluations to diagnose learning and attention disorders including ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia, as well as Autism Spectrum Disorder (under 18 only), anxiety, and depression.
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I am the Associate Clinical Director at Autism Learning Partners for the Charlotte and Hickory regions in North Carolina. I have over 13 years of experience in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) dedicated to working with individuals with autism and related disorders. My primary expertise is with early intervention and school-aged children, with a focus in social skills groups and assent-based intervention. I earned both my Bachelor's and Master’s degree from California State University, Northridge, and have been a BCBA since 2015. In 2023, I became licensed in North Carolina.
I am the Associate Clinical Director at Autism Learning Partners for the Charlotte and Hickory regions in North Carolina. I have over 13 years of experience in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) dedicated to working with individuals with autism and related disorders. My primary expertise is with early intervention and school-aged children, with a focus in social skills groups and assent-based intervention. I earned both my Bachelor's and Master’s degree from California State University, Northridge, and have been a BCBA since 2015. In 2023, I became licensed in North Carolina.
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Ami Silva
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hickory, NC 28602
Waitlist for new clients
Everyone’s journey is different. At times, this journey is wonderful and inspiring, and other times it can be overwhelming or exhausting. My mission is to support children, adolescents, families, and adults of all ages as we identify your unique qualities and resources. Together we will navigate the challenges you are experiencing, draw on your strengths, and seek manageable steps that empower you. It is okay to ask for someone to walk alongside you during this journey, and comforting to have someone new on your team!
Everyone’s journey is different. At times, this journey is wonderful and inspiring, and other times it can be overwhelming or exhausting. My mission is to support children, adolescents, families, and adults of all ages as we identify your unique qualities and resources. Together we will navigate the challenges you are experiencing, draw on your strengths, and seek manageable steps that empower you. It is okay to ask for someone to walk alongside you during this journey, and comforting to have someone new on your team!
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Breathe Wellness Counseling PLLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Verified Verified
Hickory, NC 28601 (Online Only)
Empower Your Journey: From Inner Balance to Outer Peace. Healing is a journey that requires understanding, patience, and support.
Empower Your Journey: From Inner Balance to Outer Peace. Healing is a journey that requires understanding, patience, and support.
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Thrive Counseling and Wellness
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Hickory, NC 28602
I believe life needs to be fully experienced and enjoyed! Too often, the stresses and traumas of life prevent us from stepping into a full life. My goal is to create a welcoming environment where you can feel safe enough to start working on creating the life you dreamed of having and to develop the skills necessary for personal growth. Prior to becoming a counselor, I worked as as a Qualified Professional with individuals with developmental delays over a decade. I enjoyed assisting individuals with specific behavioral and life skill needs. I enjoy spending time with my son, riding horses and gardening.
I believe life needs to be fully experienced and enjoyed! Too often, the stresses and traumas of life prevent us from stepping into a full life. My goal is to create a welcoming environment where you can feel safe enough to start working on creating the life you dreamed of having and to develop the skills necessary for personal growth. Prior to becoming a counselor, I worked as as a Qualified Professional with individuals with developmental delays over a decade. I enjoyed assisting individuals with specific behavioral and life skill needs. I enjoy spending time with my son, riding horses and gardening.
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Thrive Counseling and Wellness - Hickory
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCSW, LMFT, LCMHC
Verified Verified
16 Endorsed
Hickory, NC 28602
Thrive Counseling and Wellness is made up of talented and dedicated therapists who specialize in a number of issues being faced by people of all ages. Our therapists work with you to meet the goals you have to create your best life. Thrive Counseling and Wellness has male and female therapists with flexible hours that accommodate most client's schedules. Whether you're a professional looking to be more productive, a parent feeling lost about your teen or young child, a couple feeling stuck in a rut, or someone just wanting to feel better overall, the therapists at Thrive are excited to help you begin your journey to wellness.
Thrive Counseling and Wellness is made up of talented and dedicated therapists who specialize in a number of issues being faced by people of all ages. Our therapists work with you to meet the goals you have to create your best life. Thrive Counseling and Wellness has male and female therapists with flexible hours that accommodate most client's schedules. Whether you're a professional looking to be more productive, a parent feeling lost about your teen or young child, a couple feeling stuck in a rut, or someone just wanting to feel better overall, the therapists at Thrive are excited to help you begin your journey to wellness.
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I enjoy the helping profession. I am passionate about working with children, adolescents and adults.
I enjoy the helping profession. I am passionate about working with children, adolescents and adults.
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Crystal D. Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MACC, LCMHC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hickory, NC 28601
I provide Therapy for depression, marriage counseling, couples counseling, women's issues, trauma, abuse, PTSD, LGBTQ and Trans specific issues, etc. I work with a variety of people who are at different places in their lives. As a Therapist I offer a personalized approach that is tailored to each client's needs, focusing on the personal growth that each person desires. My therapeutic style is active and engaging, with the intention of fostering insight, awareness and facilitating desired change. My counseling agency also offers a variety of support groups and counselor supervision. Please take that first step, call to inquire.
I provide Therapy for depression, marriage counseling, couples counseling, women's issues, trauma, abuse, PTSD, LGBTQ and Trans specific issues, etc. I work with a variety of people who are at different places in their lives. As a Therapist I offer a personalized approach that is tailored to each client's needs, focusing on the personal growth that each person desires. My therapeutic style is active and engaging, with the intention of fostering insight, awareness and facilitating desired change. My counseling agency also offers a variety of support groups and counselor supervision. Please take that first step, call to inquire.
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People come to therapy for validation, acceptance, and answers to the questions that seem unknown. You may be feeling hurt, lost, unheard, invalidated, and you are seeking answers. I can meet you where you are in your journey and help you navigate your way to your truth through my years of education and experience.
People come to therapy for validation, acceptance, and answers to the questions that seem unknown. You may be feeling hurt, lost, unheard, invalidated, and you are seeking answers. I can meet you where you are in your journey and help you navigate your way to your truth through my years of education and experience.
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Thrive Counseling and Wellness
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LCSW, LPC, LCAS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Hickory, NC 28602
Are you feeling overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, or just not like "you?" Does it feel like extra work to just get through the day? We get it. We're here to help you feel at peace, calm, and hopeful - no matter what is happening in your world.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, or just not like "you?" Does it feel like extra work to just get through the day? We get it. We're here to help you feel at peace, calm, and hopeful - no matter what is happening in your world.
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Josh Gardner
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Hickory, NC 28601
I work with clients who struggle with anxiety, self-understanding, and communication. While I generally focus on older teens, young adults, and couples, I also work with those older or younger down to age 12. Often clients aren't sure what their goals are or aren't sure how to begin. I create a safe and supportive space to speak freely so that self understanding can can grow and anxiety can diminish.
I work with clients who struggle with anxiety, self-understanding, and communication. While I generally focus on older teens, young adults, and couples, I also work with those older or younger down to age 12. Often clients aren't sure what their goals are or aren't sure how to begin. I create a safe and supportive space to speak freely so that self understanding can can grow and anxiety can diminish.
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I seek to create an open, safe space for others to truly feel comfortable exploring their struggles, their hopes and themselves. Using the healing power of connection and community, I believe the therapeutic relationship can be one that facilitates self-growth, resiliency, and empowerment of one's authentic self.
I seek to create an open, safe space for others to truly feel comfortable exploring their struggles, their hopes and themselves. Using the healing power of connection and community, I believe the therapeutic relationship can be one that facilitates self-growth, resiliency, and empowerment of one's authentic self.
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Jenny Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdS, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Hickory, NC 28601 (Online Only)
The stories that define our lives are powerful, and can impact the way we look at everything. But we also have the ability to rewrite our stories and create new ones that can be better, and even more powerful than the ones we are living by today. If you are feeling stuck, alone, lost, or overwhelmed - you're don't have to keep going on your own. Sometimes rewriting the story we're in the middle of can seem like a totally impossible task, especially without support or a meaningful plan for change. In my work as a therapist, I am passionate about helping my clients feel empowered and equipped to take their narrative back.
The stories that define our lives are powerful, and can impact the way we look at everything. But we also have the ability to rewrite our stories and create new ones that can be better, and even more powerful than the ones we are living by today. If you are feeling stuck, alone, lost, or overwhelmed - you're don't have to keep going on your own. Sometimes rewriting the story we're in the middle of can seem like a totally impossible task, especially without support or a meaningful plan for change. In my work as a therapist, I am passionate about helping my clients feel empowered and equipped to take their narrative back.
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Spark Counseling and Behavioral Services PLLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, MEd, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Hickory, NC 28602
“When we decide to own our stories and live our truth, we bring our light to the darkness.” - Brene Brown Just like therapy, owning your own story is a process. Together we can manage life’s difficulties. Working from an individualistic approach, each session will be tailored to you, your needs & your desires.
“When we decide to own our stories and live our truth, we bring our light to the darkness.” - Brene Brown Just like therapy, owning your own story is a process. Together we can manage life’s difficulties. Working from an individualistic approach, each session will be tailored to you, your needs & your desires.
Online Therapists
![Photo of Emma Kate Reif, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4888dc48-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
My areas of interests include anxiety, ADHD, depression, individuals with learning and behavioral concerns, as well as intuition and spirituality.
Sometimes life throws us lemons, and prioritizing our self-care and mental health helps us cope! I enjoy supporting others through individual therapy, as well as parent coaching. For individual therapy I work with both male and female clients, ages 12 and older. My therapeutic approach incorporates Positive Psychology (e.g., compassion, gratitude, mindfulness, and resilience to stress), as well as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and other forms of treatment.
My areas of interests include anxiety, ADHD, depression, individuals with learning and behavioral concerns, as well as intuition and spirituality.
Sometimes life throws us lemons, and prioritizing our self-care and mental health helps us cope! I enjoy supporting others through individual therapy, as well as parent coaching. For individual therapy I work with both male and female clients, ages 12 and older. My therapeutic approach incorporates Positive Psychology (e.g., compassion, gratitude, mindfulness, and resilience to stress), as well as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and other forms of treatment.
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Our vision at Alderwood Psychological Services is to be a leading center for pediatric neuropsychology services in Charlotte. Recognizing that development is a complex process that involves nature and nurture, biology and environment, my goals are to assess the whole child, to suggest interventions that respect the individuality of each child and family, and to promote healthy and positive development. I have over 25 years of experience in neuropsychological testing with a special focus in working with children and adolescents with learning disorders, attention related problems, anxiety/mood challenges, and head injury.
Our vision at Alderwood Psychological Services is to be a leading center for pediatric neuropsychology services in Charlotte. Recognizing that development is a complex process that involves nature and nurture, biology and environment, my goals are to assess the whole child, to suggest interventions that respect the individuality of each child and family, and to promote healthy and positive development. I have over 25 years of experience in neuropsychological testing with a special focus in working with children and adolescents with learning disorders, attention related problems, anxiety/mood challenges, and head injury.
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At Abilities Reimagined, we specialize in testing for learning and behavioral disorders such as ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, autism, anxiety, and more. Our assessments extend beyond a one-time office visit. We prioritize capturing the most accurate daily picture of your child's abilities. When appropriate, we offer the option to conduct observations in their natural environment like school. In addition to evaluations for disabilities, we also conduct WISC-V and WAIS-IV assessments for giftedness and provide admissions testing for private schools.
At Abilities Reimagined, we specialize in testing for learning and behavioral disorders such as ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, autism, anxiety, and more. Our assessments extend beyond a one-time office visit. We prioritize capturing the most accurate daily picture of your child's abilities. When appropriate, we offer the option to conduct observations in their natural environment like school. In addition to evaluations for disabilities, we also conduct WISC-V and WAIS-IV assessments for giftedness and provide admissions testing for private schools.
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N.E.W. Touch Counseling, LLC (Mrs. Waller)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28202 (Online Only)
I have a strong belief that through Nurturing, Education and Wisdom, all clients can gain the skill set needed to become more independent and improve their overall functioning. I am adamant and passionate about serving individuals to ensure their needs are met. I believe it is imperative to meet individuals where they are, as well as ensure they are being treated with dignity and respect while receiving treatment. I desire to support clients and other professionals in learning and/or improving areas that will be beneficial in the future.
I have a strong belief that through Nurturing, Education and Wisdom, all clients can gain the skill set needed to become more independent and improve their overall functioning. I am adamant and passionate about serving individuals to ensure their needs are met. I believe it is imperative to meet individuals where they are, as well as ensure they are being treated with dignity and respect while receiving treatment. I desire to support clients and other professionals in learning and/or improving areas that will be beneficial in the future.
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Through comprehensive psychological assessments I strive to provide my clients with a deep level of understanding that improves their lives. I test for autism, ADHD, learning disorders, depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorder, and other mental health conditions. I provide IQ testing, testing for giftedness, evaluation for Kindergarten readiness, school admissions testing, testing for IEP/ 504 planning, and high-stakes testing accommodations. I also provide therapy for older teens and adults with autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression. I use strength based assessment and therapy to help people thrive in all aspects of life.
Through comprehensive psychological assessments I strive to provide my clients with a deep level of understanding that improves their lives. I test for autism, ADHD, learning disorders, depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorder, and other mental health conditions. I provide IQ testing, testing for giftedness, evaluation for Kindergarten readiness, school admissions testing, testing for IEP/ 504 planning, and high-stakes testing accommodations. I also provide therapy for older teens and adults with autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression. I use strength based assessment and therapy to help people thrive in all aspects of life.
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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.