Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in Franklin Square, NY
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It’s no secret that raising a teenager can be difficult. It’s often challenging to differentiate when teens are healthily working through issues or need help from an expert. If your teen is struggling at home, school, or the community, appears angrier or more irritable than usual, has started hanging out with a different group of friends, seems overly anxious, or engages in risk-taking behaviors- I can help! I also lend my expertise to young adults in the midst of life transitions. My goal is to help teens and young adults develop the necessary coping skills to live a satisfying life.
It’s no secret that raising a teenager can be difficult. It’s often challenging to differentiate when teens are healthily working through issues or need help from an expert. If your teen is struggling at home, school, or the community, appears angrier or more irritable than usual, has started hanging out with a different group of friends, seems overly anxious, or engages in risk-taking behaviors- I can help! I also lend my expertise to young adults in the midst of life transitions. My goal is to help teens and young adults develop the necessary coping skills to live a satisfying life.
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Dr. Renee Clauselle is the Founder of Child and Family Psychology, a private group practice with 3 locations across Long Island, NY. The headquarter office is in Franklin Square, with two satellite offices in Kings Park and Garden City. Specialties include but are not limited to, psychological testing, ADHD,school issues, anxiety disorders, marital issues,behavioral concerns, Autism Spectrum disorders, depression, family issues, divorce and more. Dr. Renee Clauselle is a frequent media expert and can be seen on Good Morning American Health and ABC Evening Eyewitness News.
Dr. Renee Clauselle is the Founder of Child and Family Psychology, a private group practice with 3 locations across Long Island, NY. The headquarter office is in Franklin Square, with two satellite offices in Kings Park and Garden City. Specialties include but are not limited to, psychological testing, ADHD,school issues, anxiety disorders, marital issues,behavioral concerns, Autism Spectrum disorders, depression, family issues, divorce and more. Dr. Renee Clauselle is a frequent media expert and can be seen on Good Morning American Health and ABC Evening Eyewitness News.
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Dr. Mike Goldberg Psychology P.C.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Franklin Square, NY 11010
Your well-being is my ultimate concern. I provide patients with a wide range of psychological and counseling services to suit their needs. Whether you’re an individual, a couple or a family looking for help - my therapy sessions are designed to strengthen your confidence, and assist you in the healing process. Using a relaxed and collaborative style, I provide patients with a comfortable and safe environment to discuss issues and symptoms that are impeding upon the quality of life. Get in touch with me today so that you can begin to experience change!
Your well-being is my ultimate concern. I provide patients with a wide range of psychological and counseling services to suit their needs. Whether you’re an individual, a couple or a family looking for help - my therapy sessions are designed to strengthen your confidence, and assist you in the healing process. Using a relaxed and collaborative style, I provide patients with a comfortable and safe environment to discuss issues and symptoms that are impeding upon the quality of life. Get in touch with me today so that you can begin to experience change!
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I work with children, adolescents, and adults providing individual, family therapy & parent guidance. I also offer group therapy for children & adolescents as well as parenting groups. I strive to develop a strong working relationship with my clients and provide a trusting, empathetic, non-judgemental environment believing that the therapeutic relationship is paramount for successful outcomes. I specialize in treating various issues, including but not limited to, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, PTSD, behavior problems, family conflicts, and trauma. Please contact me at 516-456-1155 to schedule an appointment or if you have any questions.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults providing individual, family therapy & parent guidance. I also offer group therapy for children & adolescents as well as parenting groups. I strive to develop a strong working relationship with my clients and provide a trusting, empathetic, non-judgemental environment believing that the therapeutic relationship is paramount for successful outcomes. I specialize in treating various issues, including but not limited to, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, PTSD, behavior problems, family conflicts, and trauma. Please contact me at 516-456-1155 to schedule an appointment or if you have any questions.
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Diana Damilatis
MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Garden City, NY 11530 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor. I am an integrative psychotherapist who truly believes in viewing individuals through a holistic perspective. I work in a private practice, known as Image Therapy Services. Image Therapy Services provides psychotherapy to teens, young adults, couples, and families. We address developmental disabilities, depression, anxiety, and addiction. Our goal is to restore a balance to improve self-image and functioning. I also work as the Assistant Director for the Bridges to Adelphi Program, which is a program at Adelphi University that provides Academic, Social, and Vocational Services to students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, or other nonverbal learning disorders.
I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor. I am an integrative psychotherapist who truly believes in viewing individuals through a holistic perspective. I work in a private practice, known as Image Therapy Services. Image Therapy Services provides psychotherapy to teens, young adults, couples, and families. We address developmental disabilities, depression, anxiety, and addiction. Our goal is to restore a balance to improve self-image and functioning. I also work as the Assistant Director for the Bridges to Adelphi Program, which is a program at Adelphi University that provides Academic, Social, and Vocational Services to students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, or other nonverbal learning disorders.
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In addition, I provide complete psycho-educational evaluations that are useful in determining whether or not your child has learning disability, ADHD, anxiety, or other emotional issues that are interfering with their school performance.
My credentials include licensure as a clinical psychologist, as well as a psychoanalyst and school psychologist. My extensive experience spans over 25 years working with adults, adolescents, children, and couples, I've dealt with a diverse range of issues including anxiety, depression, relationships, trauma, personality difficulties, coping mechanisms and infertility. I've found that a consultation is a great way to see if we are a good fit.
In addition, I provide complete psycho-educational evaluations that are useful in determining whether or not your child has learning disability, ADHD, anxiety, or other emotional issues that are interfering with their school performance.
My credentials include licensure as a clinical psychologist, as well as a psychoanalyst and school psychologist. My extensive experience spans over 25 years working with adults, adolescents, children, and couples, I've dealt with a diverse range of issues including anxiety, depression, relationships, trauma, personality difficulties, coping mechanisms and infertility. I've found that a consultation is a great way to see if we are a good fit.
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Comprehensive Consultation Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD, PsyD, MD, SLP, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elmont, NY 11003
Comprehensive Consultation Psychological Services, P.C. is an leading expert in Learning Disabilities such as Dyslexia and Math Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD/ADD), Autism, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorder, Memory and processing problems, speech, language and other developmental delays. We provide neuropsychological, psychiatric and educational evaluations for children and adults, to not only diagnose but outline a treatment plan, specific to their needs.
Comprehensive Consultation Psychological Services, P.C. is an leading expert in Learning Disabilities such as Dyslexia and Math Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD/ADD), Autism, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorder, Memory and processing problems, speech, language and other developmental delays. We provide neuropsychological, psychiatric and educational evaluations for children and adults, to not only diagnose but outline a treatment plan, specific to their needs.
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Barbara Ann Vaupel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified Verified
Garden City, NY 11530 (Online Only)
For all of us at different times, life presents its challenges. You may be seeking direction about your career, a mid-life crisis, raising children, worklife, elderly parents or grief. Therapy is about becoming your best self and learning skills to deal with those challenges. Often, sharing our feelings with an objective person who is a concerned listener, can change how we see a situation. I have extensive experience working with students of all ages, those who are neurotypical and those who neurodivergent, children of alcoholics and those who have experienced adverse childhoods. Parents and married couples also come to my practice
For all of us at different times, life presents its challenges. You may be seeking direction about your career, a mid-life crisis, raising children, worklife, elderly parents or grief. Therapy is about becoming your best self and learning skills to deal with those challenges. Often, sharing our feelings with an objective person who is a concerned listener, can change how we see a situation. I have extensive experience working with students of all ages, those who are neurotypical and those who neurodivergent, children of alcoholics and those who have experienced adverse childhoods. Parents and married couples also come to my practice
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I specialize in the evaluation of children and adolescents with learning, attention, developmental, social, emotional and/or behavioral difficulties. If you or your child is struggling in school or with general day to day life functioning, a comprehensive assessment can help determine the reason for these difficulties and establish a suitable course of treatment.
In New York State, I maintain licensure as a Psychologist as well as certification in School Psychology. I'm highly knowledgeable about Special Education services and Individualized Education Programs. Intelligence testing for giftedness is offered as well.
I specialize in the evaluation of children and adolescents with learning, attention, developmental, social, emotional and/or behavioral difficulties. If you or your child is struggling in school or with general day to day life functioning, a comprehensive assessment can help determine the reason for these difficulties and establish a suitable course of treatment.
In New York State, I maintain licensure as a Psychologist as well as certification in School Psychology. I'm highly knowledgeable about Special Education services and Individualized Education Programs. Intelligence testing for giftedness is offered as well.
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Kristie Doheny
Psychologist, PsyD, LMSW, LMHC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
Psychological evaluations are also offered to assess for ADHD, learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder (ADOS-2), and developmental delays.
While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
Psychological evaluations are also offered to assess for ADHD, learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder (ADOS-2), and developmental delays.
While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
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In addition to therapy, I conduct a full spectrum of psychological and educational evaluations to assess intellectual and academic functioning, learning disabilities, social, emotional and behavioral concerns that are affecting a person's overall adjustment and school functioning.
I appreciate your interest in my practice. Together we will set goals and work towards reaching them in a safe and comfortable environment. In addition to treating adults, working extensively with children, adolescents and families allows me to help you navigate any social, emotional, or behavioral issues that you are facing. My specialties include anxiety, depression, social concerns (including dealing with social media), academic matters, self-esteem issues, acting out behaviors and parent counseling. Although parenting can be difficult, learning strategies to deal with the day-to-day struggles will make your life easier.
In addition to therapy, I conduct a full spectrum of psychological and educational evaluations to assess intellectual and academic functioning, learning disabilities, social, emotional and behavioral concerns that are affecting a person's overall adjustment and school functioning.
I appreciate your interest in my practice. Together we will set goals and work towards reaching them in a safe and comfortable environment. In addition to treating adults, working extensively with children, adolescents and families allows me to help you navigate any social, emotional, or behavioral issues that you are facing. My specialties include anxiety, depression, social concerns (including dealing with social media), academic matters, self-esteem issues, acting out behaviors and parent counseling. Although parenting can be difficult, learning strategies to deal with the day-to-day struggles will make your life easier.
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Dobbs is highly skilled in psychological evaluations, specializing in learning disorders, ADHD, and social-emotional functioning.
Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.
Dobbs is highly skilled in psychological evaluations, specializing in learning disorders, ADHD, and social-emotional functioning.
Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.
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Regardless the issues: abuse, coping skills, family issues relationship struggles, learning disability, testing strategies, stress, mood disorder, anger issues, self-esteem, etc.
You're probably, like so many people out there, facing an uphill battle with an issue in your life. You may feel like being in an impasse where there is no possible outcome other than the darkness that submerges you in a state of helplessness. You might not be able to resolve it alone. Yet, knowing who to turn to is another challenge to deal with. I am offering you my assistance to break the status quo and bring change in your life. Pick up the phone and call my number to set an appointment.
Regardless the issues: abuse, coping skills, family issues relationship struggles, learning disability, testing strategies, stress, mood disorder, anger issues, self-esteem, etc.
You're probably, like so many people out there, facing an uphill battle with an issue in your life. You may feel like being in an impasse where there is no possible outcome other than the darkness that submerges you in a state of helplessness. You might not be able to resolve it alone. Yet, knowing who to turn to is another challenge to deal with. I am offering you my assistance to break the status quo and bring change in your life. Pick up the phone and call my number to set an appointment.
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Assessment is critical to identifying intellectual strengths and weaknesses, as well as distinguishing common difficulties from learning disorders, serious behavior problems, adhd, autism, depression, anxiety and giftedness.
I love using CBT and neuropsychological assessment in my work with kids, parents and adults. There is no such thing as perfect, but there is such a thing as better. Every day we have a chance to make small changes towards understanding ourselves and our loved ones. I strive for progress and understanding, not perfection, so you will never feel judged here. I'm also a parent, so I can empathize. If you're looking for harmony in your family, a strong, healthy bond with your children or to understanding certain cognitive or psychological struggles, but you're not sure where to begin? Here and now is the best place to start.
Assessment is critical to identifying intellectual strengths and weaknesses, as well as distinguishing common difficulties from learning disorders, serious behavior problems, adhd, autism, depression, anxiety and giftedness.
I love using CBT and neuropsychological assessment in my work with kids, parents and adults. There is no such thing as perfect, but there is such a thing as better. Every day we have a chance to make small changes towards understanding ourselves and our loved ones. I strive for progress and understanding, not perfection, so you will never feel judged here. I'm also a parent, so I can empathize. If you're looking for harmony in your family, a strong, healthy bond with your children or to understanding certain cognitive or psychological struggles, but you're not sure where to begin? Here and now is the best place to start.
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Thank you for visiting my page, and welcome to my practice! I have offices centrally located in Hauppauge and Garden City. I accept several major insurance plans, and will help clients on other plans obtain out of network reimbursement. I work primarily with a few groups. I work with many couples with marital issues, and with parenting issues. I help with many adolescents and college students navigate the trials and tribulations of life. Finally, as an expert in ADHD and learning disabilities, I offer state of the art psychological and psycho-education assessment.
Thank you for visiting my page, and welcome to my practice! I have offices centrally located in Hauppauge and Garden City. I accept several major insurance plans, and will help clients on other plans obtain out of network reimbursement. I work primarily with a few groups. I work with many couples with marital issues, and with parenting issues. I help with many adolescents and college students navigate the trials and tribulations of life. Finally, as an expert in ADHD and learning disabilities, I offer state of the art psychological and psycho-education assessment.
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I specialize in working with children and adolescents struggling with anxiety. As challenging as it can be for a child to work towards facing their fears, I focus on building up motivation to push through these challenges and work towards learning strategies and skills to help themselves. I believe that working with children and adolescents requires a very specific skill set and my experience and training has allowed me to concentrate on meeting the unique needs of children, early adolescents, and their parents.
I specialize in working with children and adolescents struggling with anxiety. As challenging as it can be for a child to work towards facing their fears, I focus on building up motivation to push through these challenges and work towards learning strategies and skills to help themselves. I believe that working with children and adolescents requires a very specific skill set and my experience and training has allowed me to concentrate on meeting the unique needs of children, early adolescents, and their parents.
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Colleen Mullin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lynbrook, NY 11563
Learning to develop relationships is an important part of being successful in life.
Parenting stress is common but sometimes requires counseling. Parents often have questions about their child's development. My specialty is early childhood development and disorders such as ADHD, Autism, Aspergers and other differences including learning differences. Other issues include difficulty socializing. Therapy includes assessment, diagnosis, referral for additional resources, support, education, parent training, and increasing coping skills. Other therapeutic strategies include behavior management, mindfulness, relaxation training, play therapy, social skills training and cognitive behavioral therapy.
Learning to develop relationships is an important part of being successful in life.
Parenting stress is common but sometimes requires counseling. Parents often have questions about their child's development. My specialty is early childhood development and disorders such as ADHD, Autism, Aspergers and other differences including learning differences. Other issues include difficulty socializing. Therapy includes assessment, diagnosis, referral for additional resources, support, education, parent training, and increasing coping skills. Other therapeutic strategies include behavior management, mindfulness, relaxation training, play therapy, social skills training and cognitive behavioral therapy.
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I work with children, and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and social/behavioral/learning difficulties, and relationship issues.
Are you currently going through challenging situations in your life, and need additional support and guidance to help you manage? I have over 20 years of experience treating adults, children, and teenagers. I provide caring, warm, and supportive treatment in a confidential setting. I help individuals, couples, families, children, and teens to figure out ways to overcome life's challenges. By improving self growth, and reaching their goals, my clients often find enhanced happiness and fulfillment in many areas of their lives. I can offer much needed help for parenting, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues.
I work with children, and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and social/behavioral/learning difficulties, and relationship issues.
Are you currently going through challenging situations in your life, and need additional support and guidance to help you manage? I have over 20 years of experience treating adults, children, and teenagers. I provide caring, warm, and supportive treatment in a confidential setting. I help individuals, couples, families, children, and teens to figure out ways to overcome life's challenges. By improving self growth, and reaching their goals, my clients often find enhanced happiness and fulfillment in many areas of their lives. I can offer much needed help for parenting, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues.
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Dr. Johanna deLeyer-Tiarks
Psychologist, PhD, NCSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
Dr. Johanna deLeyer-Tiarks conducts psychological-diagnostic and neuropsychological evaluations using a variety of comprehensive and scientifically-sound assessment methods in order to accurately diagnose psychological, learning, and behavioral disabilities. She is a psychologist, researcher, and professor, with years of experience specializing in psychological assessment. Dr. deLeyer-Tiarks is also a professor where she teaches doctoral students how to conduct intellectual, behavioral, and personality assessments.
Dr. Johanna deLeyer-Tiarks conducts psychological-diagnostic and neuropsychological evaluations using a variety of comprehensive and scientifically-sound assessment methods in order to accurately diagnose psychological, learning, and behavioral disabilities. She is a psychologist, researcher, and professor, with years of experience specializing in psychological assessment. Dr. deLeyer-Tiarks is also a professor where she teaches doctoral students how to conduct intellectual, behavioral, and personality assessments.
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Stamp of Approval Development Services, LLC
MS Ed, MS SpEd, SBL
Verified Verified
Valley Stream, NY 11580
As a parent, you have been charged with a hefty but joy-filled responsibility. Let me support you with the challenges through coaching, so you can fully experience the enjoyment that comes with parenthood. My mission is to equip you with the tools to strengthen your connections with your children and provide you with the most effective strategies for maximum success.
As a parent, you have been charged with a hefty but joy-filled responsibility. Let me support you with the challenges through coaching, so you can fully experience the enjoyment that comes with parenthood. My mission is to equip you with the tools to strengthen your connections with your children and provide you with the most effective strategies for maximum success.
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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.