Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in West Hempstead, NY
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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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Are you or your child struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, self-harm, executive functioning deficits or relationship difficulties? Are you unhappy in your marriage or with your family dynamic? I assist clients in addressing challenges across the lifespan, including navigating stressful life events and moving beyond roadblocks to achieve personal growth. I provide treatment (and parent coaching using PMT and PCIT) to address problematic behaviors, troubling emotions, procrastination, maladaptive thought patterns, & relationship issues. I also specialize in school refusal &Executive Function Coaching. Intrigued?
Are you or your child struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, self-harm, executive functioning deficits or relationship difficulties? Are you unhappy in your marriage or with your family dynamic? I assist clients in addressing challenges across the lifespan, including navigating stressful life events and moving beyond roadblocks to achieve personal growth. I provide treatment (and parent coaching using PMT and PCIT) to address problematic behaviors, troubling emotions, procrastination, maladaptive thought patterns, & relationship issues. I also specialize in school refusal &Executive Function Coaching. Intrigued?
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Ari Gabin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Hempstead, NY 11552 (Online Only)
I am an empathetic, down-to-earth, and resourceful LCSW with broad-based therapy experience in a range of settings and demographic populations. I believe in getting to know each unique individual's strengths and weaknesses and tailoring each session to specific goals and needs using evidence-based approaches. I incorporate humor and real-world skills to improve each client's day-to-day life in a highly practical, enjoyable manner. I look forward to getting to know you and how I can help.
I am an empathetic, down-to-earth, and resourceful LCSW with broad-based therapy experience in a range of settings and demographic populations. I believe in getting to know each unique individual's strengths and weaknesses and tailoring each session to specific goals and needs using evidence-based approaches. I incorporate humor and real-world skills to improve each client's day-to-day life in a highly practical, enjoyable manner. I look forward to getting to know you and how I can help.
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Ellen Cinanni
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Hempstead, NY 11552 (Online Only)
Dedicated to helping you live fully in the present, open up to the future and invest in life and relationships with others.
Dedicated to helping you live fully in the present, open up to the future and invest in life and relationships with others.
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Dr. Mike Goldberg Psychology P.C.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
West Hempstead, NY 11552
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 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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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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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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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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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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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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I also specialize in psychological evaluations to identify learning disabilities and other disorders that interfere with achieving full academic potential.
As a psychologist specializing in children, adolescents, and young adults, my mission is to help clients who are experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges to effectively manage their anxiety, improve emotional regulation, and increase self-control in those with oppositional and impulsive tendencies. I can help clients enhance their social skills to navigate peer and interpersonal relationships better and replace maladaptive coping mechanisms with effective coping strategies. I support clients in overcoming school-related issues and address and mediate family conflicts. www.mythrivingchild.com
I also specialize in psychological evaluations to identify learning disabilities and other disorders that interfere with achieving full academic potential.
As a psychologist specializing in children, adolescents, and young adults, my mission is to help clients who are experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges to effectively manage their anxiety, improve emotional regulation, and increase self-control in those with oppositional and impulsive tendencies. I can help clients enhance their social skills to navigate peer and interpersonal relationships better and replace maladaptive coping mechanisms with effective coping strategies. I support clients in overcoming school-related issues and address and mediate family conflicts. www.mythrivingchild.com
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Jennifer Sauchelli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rockville Centre, NY 11570 (Online Only)
Are you looking for support to manage stress, overwhelming anxiety, depressed moods, life changes, relationship issues, family conflict, or parenting struggles? I specialize in supporting adults, couples, and families work through challenging times in their lives. I assist you in identifying, and working towards your goals. I also support parents with strategies to assist their children with social-emotional learning. At times even everyday life can become overwhelming or difficult to manage. Therapy can become the space for you to release what you're holding onto and give you the breath of fresh air you are looking for.
Are you looking for support to manage stress, overwhelming anxiety, depressed moods, life changes, relationship issues, family conflict, or parenting struggles? I specialize in supporting adults, couples, and families work through challenging times in their lives. I assist you in identifying, and working towards your goals. I also support parents with strategies to assist their children with social-emotional learning. At times even everyday life can become overwhelming or difficult to manage. Therapy can become the space for you to release what you're holding onto and give you the breath of fresh air you are looking for.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.