Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in Lynbrook, NY
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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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Lois Plitt Warren
Art Therapist, MPS, ATR-BC, LCAT
Verified Verified
Lynbrook, NY 11563 (Online Only)
In partnership with my clients, we have resolved problems relating to: stress, anxiety, depression, transitions, relationship issues, parenting, caregiving, Selective Mutism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Adjustment Disorders, ADHD, Learning disorders, gifted issues, Alzheimer's Disease and other neurological disorders, and terminal or chronic illness.
Welcome. Together you or your family and I, will resolve to build upon your strengths, and enhance your self-esteem, your happiness, and your relationships. Verbal therapy in combination with the creative process, can more easily help you access insight and self-expression, while reducing stress, anxiety, depression, loneliness and fear. I am your ally, with over 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist and Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, and a lifetime of using the creative arts to meet my own life's challenges. I have helped people ages 2 1/2 to 103 achieve balance, and emotional, social and cognitive growth.
In partnership with my clients, we have resolved problems relating to: stress, anxiety, depression, transitions, relationship issues, parenting, caregiving, Selective Mutism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Adjustment Disorders, ADHD, Learning disorders, gifted issues, Alzheimer's Disease and other neurological disorders, and terminal or chronic illness.
Welcome. Together you or your family and I, will resolve to build upon your strengths, and enhance your self-esteem, your happiness, and your relationships. Verbal therapy in combination with the creative process, can more easily help you access insight and self-expression, while reducing stress, anxiety, depression, loneliness and fear. I am your ally, with over 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist and Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, and a lifetime of using the creative arts to meet my own life's challenges. I have helped people ages 2 1/2 to 103 achieve balance, and emotional, social and cognitive growth.
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My areas of specialization include Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Asperger's Disorder and Autism, Learning Disabilities/ Developmental Disabilities, Psychological/ Psychiatric/ Emotional functioning (e.
Behavioral Mental Health Counseling PLLC caters to individuals, families groups and organizations throughout Long Island NY and the five boroughs of New York City. I also provide off-site services to individuals unable to travel. I provide counseling, psychotherapy, clinical assessment, evaluation, treatment planning, case management, prevention, discharge, and aftercare services. My main focus consists of providing behavior modification and cognitive behavior therapy.
My areas of specialization include Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Asperger's Disorder and Autism, Learning Disabilities/ Developmental Disabilities, Psychological/ Psychiatric/ Emotional functioning (e.
Behavioral Mental Health Counseling PLLC caters to individuals, families groups and organizations throughout Long Island NY and the five boroughs of New York City. I also provide off-site services to individuals unable to travel. I provide counseling, psychotherapy, clinical assessment, evaluation, treatment planning, case management, prevention, discharge, and aftercare services. My main focus consists of providing behavior modification and cognitive behavior therapy.
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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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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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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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With any concern, I work with the client and at times, their family, to develop an individualized plan for treatment. I work with clients facing a variety of mental health concerns including, but not limited to ADHD, ODD, anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, and behavioral dysregulation. I also specialize in working with individuals/families experiencing serious illness or medical issues. I work with my clients to develop and implement coping strategies to improve their emotional and behavioral wellbeing.
With any concern, I work with the client and at times, their family, to develop an individualized plan for treatment. I work with clients facing a variety of mental health concerns including, but not limited to ADHD, ODD, anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, and behavioral dysregulation. I also specialize in working with individuals/families experiencing serious illness or medical issues. I work with my clients to develop and implement coping strategies to improve their emotional and behavioral wellbeing.
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Do you feel overwhelmed by the demands of life? Are you feeling anxious and or depressed? Do you subject yourself to continual negative self-talk self doubt and guilt? Do you have relationship issues or suffer from the effects of infidelity? Do you experience workplace stress? Have you been considering reaching out to a mental health professional for some time? Have you been impaced by trauma? If the answer to any of those questions is yes, feel free to call or email me to set up a consultation. I have over 20 years of experience in creating caring, safe, empathetic, therapeutic relationships with a wide variety of clients.
Do you feel overwhelmed by the demands of life? Are you feeling anxious and or depressed? Do you subject yourself to continual negative self-talk self doubt and guilt? Do you have relationship issues or suffer from the effects of infidelity? Do you experience workplace stress? Have you been considering reaching out to a mental health professional for some time? Have you been impaced by trauma? If the answer to any of those questions is yes, feel free to call or email me to set up a consultation. I have over 20 years of experience in creating caring, safe, empathetic, therapeutic relationships with a wide variety of clients.
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Life's challenges can be overwhelming, no matter your age or background. With compassion, creativity, and expertise, I work with individuals of all ages, from children and adolescents to adults. . My goal is to provide a supportive space for anyone navigating complex emotions and experiences. I provide therapeutic services for issues such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, C-PTSD, ADHD, and behavioral problems like ODD. I have experience with people from diverse cultural backgrounds and the LGBTQIA+ community.
Life's challenges can be overwhelming, no matter your age or background. With compassion, creativity, and expertise, I work with individuals of all ages, from children and adolescents to adults. . My goal is to provide a supportive space for anyone navigating complex emotions and experiences. I provide therapeutic services for issues such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, C-PTSD, ADHD, and behavioral problems like ODD. I have experience with people from diverse cultural backgrounds and the LGBTQIA+ community.
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Ana M Marsh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RRT, RYT, Coach
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lynbrook, NY 11563
At A Mindful Talk Health Services, our goal is to support everyone of our clients to heal, while equipping them with tools so that they can regulate and care for themselves. We love to help people connect to their own light and purpose. We have a vast experience working with issues related to trauma, depression, anxiety, social phobias, eating disorders, academic/test anxiety, among others. We believe that with the right intervention, most people are able to heal from many mental, emotional, and physical ailments, allowing them not just to survive, but to thrive.
At A Mindful Talk Health Services, our goal is to support everyone of our clients to heal, while equipping them with tools so that they can regulate and care for themselves. We love to help people connect to their own light and purpose. We have a vast experience working with issues related to trauma, depression, anxiety, social phobias, eating disorders, academic/test anxiety, among others. We believe that with the right intervention, most people are able to heal from many mental, emotional, and physical ailments, allowing them not just to survive, but to thrive.
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Are you or a loved one struggling with persistent feelings of anxiety, depression, anger, or stress? Perhaps you're facing challenges with relationships, social situations, or finding purpose in your life. Regardless of age or circumstance, you desire a sense of emotional well-being, fulfillment, and the ability to navigate life's difficulties with resilience and confidence. Your goal is to develop effective coping strategies, cultivate emotional intelligence, and better understand yourself and your experiences. Whether a child, adolescent, or adult, you long for a safe space to explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment.
Are you or a loved one struggling with persistent feelings of anxiety, depression, anger, or stress? Perhaps you're facing challenges with relationships, social situations, or finding purpose in your life. Regardless of age or circumstance, you desire a sense of emotional well-being, fulfillment, and the ability to navigate life's difficulties with resilience and confidence. Your goal is to develop effective coping strategies, cultivate emotional intelligence, and better understand yourself and your experiences. Whether a child, adolescent, or adult, you long for a safe space to explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment.
Anxiety and depression can have devastating effects on schoolwork, career, personal relationships and rob you of joy. It may be difficult to get the support you need from loved ones who may not have the skills or understanding that a mental health professional can provide. People often contact me because they are trying to deal with anger, constant worrying, sadness, feeling stuck, challenges at work, and frustrating relationships. You don't have to cope with such pain on your own.
Anxiety and depression can have devastating effects on schoolwork, career, personal relationships and rob you of joy. It may be difficult to get the support you need from loved ones who may not have the skills or understanding that a mental health professional can provide. People often contact me because they are trying to deal with anger, constant worrying, sadness, feeling stuck, challenges at work, and frustrating relationships. You don't have to cope with such pain on your own.
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Neuropsychologic Associates, PLLC
Psychologist, PhD, DABP, FAPA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lynbrook, NY 11563
Neuropsychologic Associates, PLLC, offers a holistic team approach from an experienced and diverse group of clinical professionals, which include a clinical neuropsychologist, clinical psychologist, clinical social worker, clinical speech language pathologist, licensed mental health counselors, creative art therapists, and nutritionist. We provide our patients with an assessment, treatment, and therapeutic milieu from the initial diagnostic interview through decisive patient intervention and advocacy. Neuropsychologic Associates, PLLC, serves both adult and pediatric patients.
Neuropsychologic Associates, PLLC, offers a holistic team approach from an experienced and diverse group of clinical professionals, which include a clinical neuropsychologist, clinical psychologist, clinical social worker, clinical speech language pathologist, licensed mental health counselors, creative art therapists, and nutritionist. We provide our patients with an assessment, treatment, and therapeutic milieu from the initial diagnostic interview through decisive patient intervention and advocacy. Neuropsychologic Associates, PLLC, serves both adult and pediatric patients.
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Life is full of transitions. Together we can work through these changes and challenges to empower you to feel your best. As a therapist, I am particularly passionate about supporting those struggling with eating disorders, self-esteem challenges, women's issues, and all aspects of parenting. I aim to empower my clients navigating infertility, pregnancy, and postpartum challenges, as well as those navigating stressors in their day-to-day life.
Life is full of transitions. Together we can work through these changes and challenges to empower you to feel your best. As a therapist, I am particularly passionate about supporting those struggling with eating disorders, self-esteem challenges, women's issues, and all aspects of parenting. I aim to empower my clients navigating infertility, pregnancy, and postpartum challenges, as well as those navigating stressors in their day-to-day life.
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Nancy Schneider
Art Therapist, ATR-BC, CLAT, LCAT, LPAT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lynbrook, NY 11563
As you progress you strive for more out of life yet, are unsure how to get to where you may wish to be. I will support you on your journey as we explore what your needs are, long term/short term perceived goals & best practices in fulfilling such. I use the therapeutic process to assist in empowering my clients so that you come to realize & acknowledge the wealth of inner resources you have within & without, to build on your strengths & gain confidence to accept & create your personal story. I provide individual & group therapy to teens, adults & seniors, & have extensive experience working with issues related to trauma, depression
As you progress you strive for more out of life yet, are unsure how to get to where you may wish to be. I will support you on your journey as we explore what your needs are, long term/short term perceived goals & best practices in fulfilling such. I use the therapeutic process to assist in empowering my clients so that you come to realize & acknowledge the wealth of inner resources you have within & without, to build on your strengths & gain confidence to accept & create your personal story. I provide individual & group therapy to teens, adults & seniors, & have extensive experience working with issues related to trauma, depression
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Areas of clinical interest include dementia, seizure disorders, stroke, traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis, ADHD, and learning disorders.
As a clinical neuropsychologist, it is my goal to understand the relationship between the brain and cognitive/behavioral functioning. I work with patients with a variety of neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders to help with diagnostic clarification based on the findings of a comprehensive evaluation. The evaluation incorporates information gathered from a clinical interview with the patient (and at times an accompanying family member), responses on emotional/behavioral questionnaires, and performance on standardized cognitive measures.
Areas of clinical interest include dementia, seizure disorders, stroke, traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis, ADHD, and learning disorders.
As a clinical neuropsychologist, it is my goal to understand the relationship between the brain and cognitive/behavioral functioning. I work with patients with a variety of neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders to help with diagnostic clarification based on the findings of a comprehensive evaluation. The evaluation incorporates information gathered from a clinical interview with the patient (and at times an accompanying family member), responses on emotional/behavioral questionnaires, and performance on standardized cognitive measures.
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I also have extensive experience assessing children's intellectual functioning, assessing for ADHD, learning disorders and other childhood disorders.
When you or someone you love is suffering, it can feel hopeless. Sadness, anxiety, and anger are our body’s signal that there is a problem that we need to deal with. Your problems may seem so overwhelming that you feel helpless. I believe in a better future for you, and can give you the tools and insight to help get you through this difficult time. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Is your child experiencing emotional or behavioral problems? Do you wonder if your child's mood swings or difficulty focusing are more extreme than other children?
I also have extensive experience assessing children's intellectual functioning, assessing for ADHD, learning disorders and other childhood disorders.
When you or someone you love is suffering, it can feel hopeless. Sadness, anxiety, and anger are our body’s signal that there is a problem that we need to deal with. Your problems may seem so overwhelming that you feel helpless. I believe in a better future for you, and can give you the tools and insight to help get you through this difficult time. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Is your child experiencing emotional or behavioral problems? Do you wonder if your child's mood swings or difficulty focusing are more extreme than other children?
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Psychological Diagnostic Evaluations of NY
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Announcing our expanded practice and new location! We now offer treatment services to clients of all ages. We use strategies that work in an environment that is warm, safe, and supportive. We continue to offer psycho-educational and psychological evaluations for clients presenting with learning disabilities, ADHD, and autism. We specialize in dyslexia diagnosis and educational recommendations. As a team of psychologists trained in school settings, we can support and guide you through the special education process. We have been successful advocating for students in due process hearings as well.
Announcing our expanded practice and new location! We now offer treatment services to clients of all ages. We use strategies that work in an environment that is warm, safe, and supportive. We continue to offer psycho-educational and psychological evaluations for clients presenting with learning disabilities, ADHD, and autism. We specialize in dyslexia diagnosis and educational recommendations. As a team of psychologists trained in school settings, we can support and guide you through the special education process. We have been successful advocating for students in due process hearings as well.
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Cindy L Breitman Phd Board Certified
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP-CN
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Evaluation involves paper/pencil tests, puzzles, & questions to measure brain functions: memory, language, learning, attention, planning, organization, motor skills, executive, processing speed, intellect & emotions.
I am a board certified clinical neuropsychologist. My specialty is clinical & forensic neuropsychological evaluation across the lifespan. Assessment involves an in-depth understanding of the effects of neurological and neurodevelopmental conditions on brain functioning. The goal is to see you, not the disorder, & to understand how the condition affects you, determine intervention & treatment needs, & enhance your quality of life. Please note, this is an assessment service. I am not providing therapy though I will make appropriate & targeted recommendations based on the findings so that targeted treatment occurs.
Evaluation involves paper/pencil tests, puzzles, & questions to measure brain functions: memory, language, learning, attention, planning, organization, motor skills, executive, processing speed, intellect & emotions.
I am a board certified clinical neuropsychologist. My specialty is clinical & forensic neuropsychological evaluation across the lifespan. Assessment involves an in-depth understanding of the effects of neurological and neurodevelopmental conditions on brain functioning. The goal is to see you, not the disorder, & to understand how the condition affects you, determine intervention & treatment needs, & enhance your quality of life. Please note, this is an assessment service. I am not providing therapy though I will make appropriate & targeted recommendations based on the findings so that targeted treatment occurs.
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Florence M Minicozzi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, JD
Verified Verified
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
I have experience with individuals struggling with ADHD, behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, ODD, OCD, domestic violence, learning disabilities, attachment issues, family struggles, low self esteem, stress, to name a few. There are many modes of therapy that I incorporate into my work as no one approach works for everyone. I believe my approach to helping people is unique.
I have experience with individuals struggling with ADHD, behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, ODD, OCD, domestic violence, learning disabilities, attachment issues, family struggles, low self esteem, stress, to name a few. There are many modes of therapy that I incorporate into my work as no one approach works for everyone. I believe my approach to helping people is unique.
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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.