Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in Ardsley, NY
![Photo of Susanne McIntyre, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f4530c1e-84cd-4f7c-82ae-44c7ea93c7fd/3/320x400.jpeg)
I often work with people with temperament and learning differences, such as shyness, high intensity, sensory sensitivity, ADHD, and language difficulties, Such differences play an important role in emotional and behavioral functioning.
When children, teens, or young adults show mood or behavioral changes or are going through a difficult period of transition, I can help. In the supportive setting of therapy, we can find constructive ways to understand feelings, manage problem behaviors, and communicate effectively with others. We can work in a more open, exploratory way or a more structured, goal-oriented way depending on your individual needs. I also collaborate with parents and outside professionals for more wholistic care.
I often work with people with temperament and learning differences, such as shyness, high intensity, sensory sensitivity, ADHD, and language difficulties, Such differences play an important role in emotional and behavioral functioning.
When children, teens, or young adults show mood or behavioral changes or are going through a difficult period of transition, I can help. In the supportive setting of therapy, we can find constructive ways to understand feelings, manage problem behaviors, and communicate effectively with others. We can work in a more open, exploratory way or a more structured, goal-oriented way depending on your individual needs. I also collaborate with parents and outside professionals for more wholistic care.
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Emily Murphy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMSW
Verified Verified
Ardsley, NY 10502 (Online Only)
In my practice I strive to help each client tap into their strengths and see their true potential. I provide psychotherapy for individuals and families enduring life stressors related to anxiety, depression, loneliness, self-confidence and doubt, parenting, career challenges, learning disabilities, relationships, trauma, adoption and foster care. I have 18+ years of working with individuals impacted by trauma, especially as children.
In my practice I strive to help each client tap into their strengths and see their true potential. I provide psychotherapy for individuals and families enduring life stressors related to anxiety, depression, loneliness, self-confidence and doubt, parenting, career challenges, learning disabilities, relationships, trauma, adoption and foster care. I have 18+ years of working with individuals impacted by trauma, especially as children.
![Photo of Jennifer Santaniello, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, EMDR, Art Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7ea20e6b-06a5-4146-9409-25607cbcf134/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a licensed and Board Certified Therapist and an NYU on-site Supervisor with over a decade of providing acute inpatient care to children, adolescents and adults. I have equal experience providing care in outpatient settings and am currently part of a clinical team helping to build from the group-up- a new greatly anticipated New York State Outpatient program in NY. My approach allows freedom, unconditional positive regard and the absence of judgment as you explore your therapeutic process in your own time. My approach meets you where you are with compassion-helping to create a secure space for you to explore, repair and build.
I am a licensed and Board Certified Therapist and an NYU on-site Supervisor with over a decade of providing acute inpatient care to children, adolescents and adults. I have equal experience providing care in outpatient settings and am currently part of a clinical team helping to build from the group-up- a new greatly anticipated New York State Outpatient program in NY. My approach allows freedom, unconditional positive regard and the absence of judgment as you explore your therapeutic process in your own time. My approach meets you where you are with compassion-helping to create a secure space for you to explore, repair and build.
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I treat a multitude of disorders, but specialize in treating anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, ADHD/behavioral issues, mood disorders, and PTSD. Along with treating relationship issues, trauma, abuse, poor motivation, and low self-esteem. I believe that childhood trauma and childhood experiences often have a deep impact into your adulthood. Therefore; my counseling methods will get to the root cause of why you may be experiencing pain, depression, and hurt as an adult.
I treat a multitude of disorders, but specialize in treating anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, ADHD/behavioral issues, mood disorders, and PTSD. Along with treating relationship issues, trauma, abuse, poor motivation, and low self-esteem. I believe that childhood trauma and childhood experiences often have a deep impact into your adulthood. Therefore; my counseling methods will get to the root cause of why you may be experiencing pain, depression, and hurt as an adult.
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I am a Columbia University trained psychotherapist and have been practicing therapy for the past 16 years. My style of practice is interactive and relational. This means we will work together and build a relationship from which we can work through what you need help with. I tend to be transparent and will share my thoughts with you. This will be an active therapy experience where we will use our smarts and strengths collaboratively to bring about change. My post graduate training in couple and family therapy gives me a deep understanding of how to help individuals, couples and families struggling with relationship issues.
I am a Columbia University trained psychotherapist and have been practicing therapy for the past 16 years. My style of practice is interactive and relational. This means we will work together and build a relationship from which we can work through what you need help with. I tend to be transparent and will share my thoughts with you. This will be an active therapy experience where we will use our smarts and strengths collaboratively to bring about change. My post graduate training in couple and family therapy gives me a deep understanding of how to help individuals, couples and families struggling with relationship issues.
![Photo of Adrienne Resnick, LCSW-R, ACSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c05190a-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I believe that compassion for oneself is the key to feeling better. When we can stop idealizing and stop trying to be what we're not, we can learn to have compassion and acceptance of who we really are. Accepting our human condition with its limitations, leads to self-knowledge, which leads to growth and ultimately to comfort within ourselves.
I believe that compassion for oneself is the key to feeling better. When we can stop idealizing and stop trying to be what we're not, we can learn to have compassion and acceptance of who we really are. Accepting our human condition with its limitations, leads to self-knowledge, which leads to growth and ultimately to comfort within ourselves.
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As a counselor, neurofeedback / EEG Biofeedback and holistic healthcare practitioner, with decades of experience, I use a supportive, personalized, in-depth approach, addressing the whole person, providing coping strategies to navigate life's challenges and thrive. I help with alleviating Anxiety, Depression, neurological conditions in adults, children, families, managing stress, emotional control, deepening relaxation, increasing mental clarity. Plus, I provide guidance, programs for resolving deeper, self-esteem issues, clarifying unique values, purpose, enabling growth, advancing to a more balanced, optimal quality of living.
As a counselor, neurofeedback / EEG Biofeedback and holistic healthcare practitioner, with decades of experience, I use a supportive, personalized, in-depth approach, addressing the whole person, providing coping strategies to navigate life's challenges and thrive. I help with alleviating Anxiety, Depression, neurological conditions in adults, children, families, managing stress, emotional control, deepening relaxation, increasing mental clarity. Plus, I provide guidance, programs for resolving deeper, self-esteem issues, clarifying unique values, purpose, enabling growth, advancing to a more balanced, optimal quality of living.
![Photo of Anna Adler, MA, School, Psych](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ba2de3c6-f532-4e4e-90ef-be90457fabea/2/320x400.jpeg)
I adopt a person-centered therapeutic approach, and provide unconditional positive regard in a supportive setting. I allot every individual the opportunity to find clarity and peace in a safe space with kindness, free of any judgment. I aim to aid in comprehending complex thought processes and feelings by reflecting and clarifying. I have an intrinsic passion and love for helping adults, adolescents and children alike in discovering their most enlightened self.
I adopt a person-centered therapeutic approach, and provide unconditional positive regard in a supportive setting. I allot every individual the opportunity to find clarity and peace in a safe space with kindness, free of any judgment. I aim to aid in comprehending complex thought processes and feelings by reflecting and clarifying. I have an intrinsic passion and love for helping adults, adolescents and children alike in discovering their most enlightened self.
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![Photo of David Gottesfeld, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/41805434-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
He has also presented various workshops at the Windward School Teacher Training Institute, and lectures on differential diagnosis, psycho-educational assessment, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Learning Disabilities and anxiety.
David Gottesfeld (www.davidgottesfeld.com) is a Licensed Psychologist in private practice since 1991, with offices in Manhattan and White Plains, New York. Dr. Gottesfeld is also an Adjunct Professor at the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology teaching the Practicum in Child Assessment. He specializes in comprehensive Psycho-Educational Testing and Neuropsychological Testing, as well as child, adolescent, and adult psychotherapy. He is recognized as an expert in the assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and adults and is skilled in the process of securing extended time and other test accommodations on the ISEE, PSAT, SAT, SAT2, or ACT.
He has also presented various workshops at the Windward School Teacher Training Institute, and lectures on differential diagnosis, psycho-educational assessment, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Learning Disabilities and anxiety.
David Gottesfeld (www.davidgottesfeld.com) is a Licensed Psychologist in private practice since 1991, with offices in Manhattan and White Plains, New York. Dr. Gottesfeld is also an Adjunct Professor at the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology teaching the Practicum in Child Assessment. He specializes in comprehensive Psycho-Educational Testing and Neuropsychological Testing, as well as child, adolescent, and adult psychotherapy. He is recognized as an expert in the assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and adults and is skilled in the process of securing extended time and other test accommodations on the ISEE, PSAT, SAT, SAT2, or ACT.
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We can provide testing to determine the presence of a learning disability, cognitive difficulty, attention deficit (ADHD), and/or executive functioning issues.
Whether it is your first time looking for support or if this is a part of a longer process, I would like to meet you where that is. I work with individuals from childhood through adulthood who are seeking support for various reasons such as life transitions, anxiety, depression, personal identity, stress, and relationships. With your goals in mind, I draw from a variety of evidence based therapies such as psychodynamic and play, as well as cognitive and dialectical behavioral. I have expertise in grief and loss, caregiving, physical health related problems, and cultural identity.
We can provide testing to determine the presence of a learning disability, cognitive difficulty, attention deficit (ADHD), and/or executive functioning issues.
Whether it is your first time looking for support or if this is a part of a longer process, I would like to meet you where that is. I work with individuals from childhood through adulthood who are seeking support for various reasons such as life transitions, anxiety, depression, personal identity, stress, and relationships. With your goals in mind, I draw from a variety of evidence based therapies such as psychodynamic and play, as well as cognitive and dialectical behavioral. I have expertise in grief and loss, caregiving, physical health related problems, and cultural identity.
![Photo of Rachel Haddad, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2bda9283-c87a-4b99-9b3e-4a7e13af521a/2/320x400.jpeg)
My practice focuses on neuropsychological and educational evaluations of children, adolescents, and young adults. I specialize in treating individuals affected by learning disorders, language-based learning challenges, ADHD and executive functioning difficulties, anxiety, and other emotional and behavioral differences. Additionally I have experience evaluating and treating individuals with complicated medical histories. My evaluations utilize a strength based approach, with recommendations focused on utilizing an individual's strengths to overcome areas of deficit. I support families in using evaluations to obtain services.
My practice focuses on neuropsychological and educational evaluations of children, adolescents, and young adults. I specialize in treating individuals affected by learning disorders, language-based learning challenges, ADHD and executive functioning difficulties, anxiety, and other emotional and behavioral differences. Additionally I have experience evaluating and treating individuals with complicated medical histories. My evaluations utilize a strength based approach, with recommendations focused on utilizing an individual's strengths to overcome areas of deficit. I support families in using evaluations to obtain services.
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As a learning specialist and educational consultant, I work with individuals and their families to understand learning styles and develop executive functioning skills to improve social and academic functioning in daily life.
As a learning specialist and educational consultant, I work with individuals and their families to understand learning styles and develop executive functioning skills to improve social and academic functioning in daily life.
Referral concerns may include Autism, ADHD, Learning Differences, Anxiety, Mood/Behavior Issues, and Executive Dysfunction.
I provide evaluations for a diverse range of clients. Reasons people seek me out include (but are not limited to): diagnostic clarification, better understanding of themselves or their children, guidance in educational/vocational/therapeutic treatment planning. I help clients answer questions such as: Are these behaviors/patterns a clinical problem? Is there a diagnosis that is appropriate for me? What does that mean? Where do I go from here?
Referral concerns may include Autism, ADHD, Learning Differences, Anxiety, Mood/Behavior Issues, and Executive Dysfunction.
I provide evaluations for a diverse range of clients. Reasons people seek me out include (but are not limited to): diagnostic clarification, better understanding of themselves or their children, guidance in educational/vocational/therapeutic treatment planning. I help clients answer questions such as: Are these behaviors/patterns a clinical problem? Is there a diagnosis that is appropriate for me? What does that mean? Where do I go from here?
![Photo of Emily Lantz, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c6dfc50-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Deciding to begin therapy can be a turning point in your life. I work with children, adolescents and adults using supportive and insight-oriented psychotherapy for issues related to adjustment and stress (e.g. anxiety, depression) as well as specializing in conditions that affect the brain (e.g. learning disorders, ADHD, brain injury, memory problems). As a clinical psychologist and a neuropsychologist, I have specialized dual training in brain behavior relationships and take a psychodynamic approach when working with clients therapeutically. I also integrate cognitive behavioral techniques to help my clients meet their treatment goals.
Deciding to begin therapy can be a turning point in your life. I work with children, adolescents and adults using supportive and insight-oriented psychotherapy for issues related to adjustment and stress (e.g. anxiety, depression) as well as specializing in conditions that affect the brain (e.g. learning disorders, ADHD, brain injury, memory problems). As a clinical psychologist and a neuropsychologist, I have specialized dual training in brain behavior relationships and take a psychodynamic approach when working with clients therapeutically. I also integrate cognitive behavioral techniques to help my clients meet their treatment goals.
![Photo of John Dalzell - The Dalzell Group, MA, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/55bfbc65-ec54-4beb-b232-764939742966/1/320x400.jpeg)
I work with adolescent and adult mental health, communication and learning abilities.
I am a researcher, author, educator, and licensed clinician working with adolescent and adult mental health, and education. I actively treat anxiety, career, depression, grief, ADHD, and mental illness. My treatment uses science, warmth, compassion, as well as over 30 years of multidisciplinary, professional experience.
I work with adolescent and adult mental health, communication and learning abilities.
I am a researcher, author, educator, and licensed clinician working with adolescent and adult mental health, and education. I actively treat anxiety, career, depression, grief, ADHD, and mental illness. My treatment uses science, warmth, compassion, as well as over 30 years of multidisciplinary, professional experience.
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I am post-doctoral trained in Neuropsychology and Brain Injury. I provide both assessment and treatment. Neuropsychological evaluations are conducted with patients who have sustained a concussion, traumatic brain injury, stroke, or dementia as well as evaluate those with difficulties with attention, or learning difficulties; I can provide academic accommodations with with those who need accommodations in the classroom setting. Treatment consists of psychotherapy & cognitive remediation, which is individually tailored cognitive activities designed to strengthen areas of targeted weakness. (e.g., attention or executive functioning).
I am post-doctoral trained in Neuropsychology and Brain Injury. I provide both assessment and treatment. Neuropsychological evaluations are conducted with patients who have sustained a concussion, traumatic brain injury, stroke, or dementia as well as evaluate those with difficulties with attention, or learning difficulties; I can provide academic accommodations with with those who need accommodations in the classroom setting. Treatment consists of psychotherapy & cognitive remediation, which is individually tailored cognitive activities designed to strengthen areas of targeted weakness. (e.g., attention or executive functioning).
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We specialize in clinical and neuropsychological assessment, individual/group CBT and many other services for 1) Anxiety Disorders, including Social, Separation & Generalized Anxiety, School Refusal, Selective Mutism, Phobias, Perfectionism, OCD, Panic Attacks, Trauma; 2) Depression; 3) ADHD/Disruptive Behavior; 4) Learning Disorders; 5) Tic/Habit Disorders.
Hi, I'm Dr. Adam Weissman, Founder, Director, and Chief Psychologist at The Child & Family Institute (CFI), a highly specialized cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and integrative behavioral health center with 15 sites throughout the U.S. (including Westchester, Long Island, Manhattan, Brooklyn, CT, NJ, FL, MI, and CA). Trained by some of the world's leading CBT experts at the University of Pennsylvania, Rutgers, the NYU Child Study Center, and Harvard Medical School, we specialize in state-of-the art, evidence-based psychological assessment and treatment for a wide range of anxiety, mood, attention, behavior, and habit disorders.
We specialize in clinical and neuropsychological assessment, individual/group CBT and many other services for 1) Anxiety Disorders, including Social, Separation & Generalized Anxiety, School Refusal, Selective Mutism, Phobias, Perfectionism, OCD, Panic Attacks, Trauma; 2) Depression; 3) ADHD/Disruptive Behavior; 4) Learning Disorders; 5) Tic/Habit Disorders.
Hi, I'm Dr. Adam Weissman, Founder, Director, and Chief Psychologist at The Child & Family Institute (CFI), a highly specialized cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and integrative behavioral health center with 15 sites throughout the U.S. (including Westchester, Long Island, Manhattan, Brooklyn, CT, NJ, FL, MI, and CA). Trained by some of the world's leading CBT experts at the University of Pennsylvania, Rutgers, the NYU Child Study Center, and Harvard Medical School, we specialize in state-of-the art, evidence-based psychological assessment and treatment for a wide range of anxiety, mood, attention, behavior, and habit disorders.
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In treating couples I have worked with infertility, Interfaith issues, couples navigating their child's learning differences, adoption related issues, parenting differences, and couples dealing with infidelity.
I have 24 years of experience in working with adults and adolescents who present with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, ADHD, identity issues, trauma, parenting issues, family conflict, and relationship difficulties. I work with clients to understand the root of their current difficulties, and to help them develop the insight that they will need to avoid repeating problematic patterns. I meet the client where he/she is at to work on the issues that both feel most relevant and also interfere most with their enjoyment of life. There is a dual focus on symptom relief and on building introspection and self-esteem.
In treating couples I have worked with infertility, Interfaith issues, couples navigating their child's learning differences, adoption related issues, parenting differences, and couples dealing with infidelity.
I have 24 years of experience in working with adults and adolescents who present with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, ADHD, identity issues, trauma, parenting issues, family conflict, and relationship difficulties. I work with clients to understand the root of their current difficulties, and to help them develop the insight that they will need to avoid repeating problematic patterns. I meet the client where he/she is at to work on the issues that both feel most relevant and also interfere most with their enjoyment of life. There is a dual focus on symptom relief and on building introspection and self-esteem.
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We provide a host of assessments, including psychoeducational, ADHD, learning disability, comprehensive neuropsychological batteries, cognitive strength and weaknesses profiles, and psychopathology assessments.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Assessment Associates is a group of experienced Clinical Psychologists dedicated to providing the highest quality and scientifically sound therapeutic and assessment services in Manhattan, Westchester, and Greenwich. We specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for children and adults, which is one of the most researched and validated forms of therapy, proven to help a host of conditions, including depression, anxiety, worry, OCD, ADHD, defiant behavior, and trauma. We also provide comprehensive psychological assessments utilizing state-of-the-art psychological tests and related technologies.
We provide a host of assessments, including psychoeducational, ADHD, learning disability, comprehensive neuropsychological batteries, cognitive strength and weaknesses profiles, and psychopathology assessments.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Assessment Associates is a group of experienced Clinical Psychologists dedicated to providing the highest quality and scientifically sound therapeutic and assessment services in Manhattan, Westchester, and Greenwich. We specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for children and adults, which is one of the most researched and validated forms of therapy, proven to help a host of conditions, including depression, anxiety, worry, OCD, ADHD, defiant behavior, and trauma. We also provide comprehensive psychological assessments utilizing state-of-the-art psychological tests and related technologies.
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Aviva Gitlin
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scarsdale, NY 10583 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience with:
Psychoanalytic/Psychodynamic Psychotherapy,
Couple and Couple's Sexuality Therapy, Parenting Issues,
Cultural Differences,
Recovery from Trauma, Learning Difficulties,.
Psychotherapy is about becoming conscious of who you are, and how you impact your world. People come for psychotherapy when the ways in which they are acting, behaving, and living in the world are no longer working well for them.
All kinds of events can shake us up to the point where we need help to adjust to something new.
I like to think psychotherapy is an experience in which you can focus on feelings that keep you stuck, and on feelings that help you grow. It is a place to find your own creative solution to how best to live life.
I have experience with:
Psychoanalytic/Psychodynamic Psychotherapy,
Couple and Couple's Sexuality Therapy, Parenting Issues,
Cultural Differences,
Recovery from Trauma, Learning Difficulties,.
Psychotherapy is about becoming conscious of who you are, and how you impact your world. People come for psychotherapy when the ways in which they are acting, behaving, and living in the world are no longer working well for them.
All kinds of events can shake us up to the point where we need help to adjust to something new.
I like to think psychotherapy is an experience in which you can focus on feelings that keep you stuck, and on feelings that help you grow. It is a place to find your own creative solution to how best to live life.
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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.