Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in Claremont, NH

Trained and experienced in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Internal Family Systems, I offer counseling to adults, teens, and families that combines strength-based approaches which respect each client's unique history and growth process. I work together with each client to develop treatment goals which reflect that client's hopes and dreams. Client goals may include personal growth, less conflict and more rewarding relationship, family, or work experiences, and release from the haunting effects of the past. For teens and young adults, facilitating the learning of safer alternatives than high-risk behaviors, and a stable satisfying journey towards independence and adulthood.

ADHD? Anxiety/Depression? Autism? Learning Problems? We have 40 years experience in Special Education as a Teacher, Administrator and Art Therapist and Mindfulness/Hypnosis. Services: 1. Our Education Advocacy mediates IEP and 504 meetings to help you get the services you need to help your child do better in school. 2. Brain Retraining to permanently rewire your or your child's ADD/HD brain using EEG Neurofeedback. This is extremely effective and has been researched by Tufts University School of Medicine. 3. We teach Mindfulness and Meditation to help individuals ages 3 to 103.

I love working with clients who are eager to start their healing journey but don't quite know where or how to begin, as well as clients who have tried therapy before and want to continue learning more about themselves. I have particular expertise in supporting neurodivergent individuals, folks who have experienced trauma, and those moving through grief and loss.

I am a Licensed Psychologist working in Wellesley, MA and Portsmouth, NH and have had the opportunity to serve youth, their families, and adults for nearly thirty years. The expertise and sensitivity I offer focuses on navigating issues and challenges throughout the emerging life-cycle, encouraging clients to flexibly move into new ways of relating to the things one would like to change. Currently, I concentrate on working with children, adolescents, and adults, exploring the developmental challenges, as well as life events that highlight and inform who they are.

Seeking clarity for your child's challenges? Differences between school reports and your observations? Questioning diagnoses? My neuropsychological evaluations provide insights into concerns like learning disorders, behavioral issues, mood instability, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and executive functioning. Empower your child's success with tailored strategies addressing learning difficulties, attention concerns, and emotional hurdles. Let's partner together to understand your child's unique strengths and challenges, unlocking their full potential for academic, emotional, social, and behavioral growth.

Are you feeling overwhelmed or unsatisfied at home, school, work, or in an important relationship? Is your child struggling socially or academically? I provide a warm, professional, and respectful environment where we will explore the concerns that brought you to therapy. We will work together to develop a coherent narrative of what is working and not working in your life, and draw on my experience and training to cultivate the insights, tools, and resources to create positive change. My website is www.johnnesbittlicsw.com

Hello, my name is Dr. Lara Kroodsma and I work with parents and caregivers to answer questions about children's development, behavior, emotions, and learning. Through the assessment process I seek to support parents and other caregivers, such as teachers and doctors, by providing a clear picture of each child's unique strengths, challenges, and needs. The goal is to provide detailed, practical, and concrete recommendations that will best support each child's path to success.

Complicated launchings of teenagers and young adults are my specialty. I work with families to identify risk factors, such as ADHD, learning difficulties, anxiety and depression, in their young person that can interfere with successful launching either through college or the work force. With improved self-awareness and self-management skills, these young adults are more able to make their way in the world. Parents are part of the treatment team as the young adult can't do it without you. Identifying launching goals and developing the skills to achieve those goals are critical to the process.

My role is to clarify diagnoses and guide support in therapy, in school, in the workplace, and in the family. I utilize a variety of assessment tools which provide data regarding diagnosis of psychoeducational, neuropsychological, and other issues impacting individuals’ optimal functioning. This includes evaluation of individuals across the lifespan, from early childhood through all stages of adulthood. As part of the process, I also work closely with clients and family members to ensure a clear understanding of the data and application of the recommendations.

My passion as a Mental Health Counselor has been and continues to be the ability to work with individuals of all ages and backgrounds as well as their families. Assisting my clients learn how to manage their stressors, gaining insight into their thoughts and behaviors and enhancing their emotions and bonds with their supportive networks. Inner beliefs, past experiences, and unhealthy relationships are often a central issue we face in learning to live as our whole selves, fully accepted and fully loved.

Dr. Van Santen conducts comprehensive evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults that include a variety of components that are found in psychoeducational, neuropsychological, and psychological evaluations. Evaluations can be used to identify Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ages 16 and older), Learning Disabilities such as reading disorders (e.g., dyslexia), writing disorders (e.g., dysgraphia), and math disorders (e.g., dyscalculia). After a comprehensive evaluation has been completed, Dr. Van Santen can also provide Diagnostic Teaching (DT).

Hello my name is Cassandra, I am a BCBA with 4 years of experience. I have experience in the public school setting, home setting, and clinic based setting . My areas of expertise include Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) , ADHD, ODD, and general behavioral issues. My role as a BCBA includes using positive reinforcement strategies to help children who are having difficulty learning or acquiring new skills or are displaying problem behavior. This includes conducting Functional Behavior Analyses (FBAs), implementing behavior programs using reinforcement procedures, parent training sessions, social skills programming, and observations.

Are you feeling out of balance? Do you need help identifying what is keeping you from living your best life? Mental health is health. My approach is based on the idea that people can change and want to change, and it starts with your own thoughts, feelings and beliefs. I utilize evidence based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, EMDR and Motivational Interviewing. I hold a BA in History, MS in Education and a PhD in Education. I am also graduating with an MA in mental health counseling later this year.

I think the ideal client is someone who is motivated to change. I am a practitioner of positive psychology and believe that every person has tremendous resources and just needs to discover these gifts. I think the Psychologist must build upon assets and strengths. I think that humans can build pyramids or travel to the moon when given the right encouragement and belief.

Life brings its own set of challenges. Living through a global pandemic only adds on to that stress. Balancing home, work, and family life can be overwhelming at times. If you are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression; or your child is experiencing stress, anxiety, depression or an increase in behavioral problems-I am here to help. My clinical experience, past and current, consists of working with people from different backgrounds, life stages, and experiences.