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Resources for Dyslexic Students
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People with Dyslexia are often of gifted intelligence, but have a hard time learning to read the way other students do. Dyslexia can take so many forms that parents and teachers may not realize a student is struggling with reading and/or math. Many times children reverse numbers and letters and that is what most people commonly consider to be the first indication of a dyslexic student. However, there are many other factors to look for that may be less obvious. For example: 1. Try to determine if the letters float off the page when your child reads. 2. Does your child see bubbles with letters inside on the page, and 3. finally, does the child read line by line or in a Z fashion on the page. These are types of reading tracking problems that can be helped with proper training. Also, testing to be certain the problem is not reading comprehension or a processing issue is important. Dyslexia is a learning disability and students should have an Individual Education Plan under Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Do not hesitate to ask the school guidance counselor or principal to arrange testing and an IEP meeting for your child. You should attend and be ready to ask for all services offered by your school system including at least: extra test time, accommodated homework- especially if reading is involved, tutoring, help with a reading specialist and no credit off for mispelled words.
If your child is dyslexic, or you suspect that he or she is dyslexic, we would like to offer you resources to help work with his dyslexia and make learning easier and more pleasant for him or for her. You are surely anxious to find professionals, programs, and products to help him or her out. Our new directory does not vouch for or support any of the professionals, organizations, or products that are listed here. It is our desire to present alternatives and make them accessible to you for treatment, schooling, parent advocacy and parent education. Please research programs and individuals carefully before you commit your child to their care.
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Davis Dyslexia Association International
---- Davis Dyslexia Correction Program, with Facilitators all over the US, Canada, and other parts of the world
Encompass Learning Solutions
--Reading and Math Specialists and Educational Consultants on-line, and in person in Kansas City area
The Goldberg Center for Educational Planning
-- school placement, Educational Consulting, and Advocacy, for students with ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, at risk issues and other Learning Disabilities
Handwriting Problem Solutions, LLC
-- resource guide for Handwriting Solutions - Equipment, Teaching Strategies and Educatioal Resource Recommendations for Kids with Writing Disabilities. Consultation also available
Multisensory Training Institute
-- Multisensory training for teachers in New England for reading, writing, math, study skills and educational evaluations
N2Reading, Inc.
--Dyslexia testing, and a vision training program via the internet that can reduce reading difficulties
Kenneth Davis, MA Ed, Educational Consultant,--
school placement for children and teens with dyslexia
The LD Online interactive Special Education is internet-based directory of learning resources for LD children and adults
Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes ®--
links
to Lindamood-Bell ® learning centers throughout the U.S. and one location in U.K.
National Association for Child Development-- neurodevelopmental assessments, evaluations and individualized programs for children via phone sessions, video, reviews and email
The National Association of Parents with Children in Special Education provides all sorts of support to parents of children in special education
The National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET) provides resources for special education teachers
The The Riggs Instiute and materials provides phonics instruction that is first, fast, complete and multi-sensory
Teamwork Wins, Ltd.--connects children with Invisible Challenges and practitioners who provide quality services to them via Conferences, Workshops, Seminars and Camps
Time 4 Learning
--Student-Paced Online Learning for Special Needs education, Preschool through 8th Grade
Tutors Teach--experienced special needs tutors available, nationwide
Phoenix and Statewide--Dr. R. Komm, Psychologist psychoeducational testing and ADD assessments
Phoenix and Statewide--
Kenneth Davis, MA Ed, Educational Consultant, helps place children and teens with dyslexia
Scottsdale
--Totem Learning Center, using multisensory methods for students with learning disabilities
Scottsdale--Lindamood-Bell®
Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction
Dr. Richard A. Komm,
Psychologist, commercial and instrument-rated pilot providing
services to any airport-accessible area within California.
Bakersfield--Stockdale Learning Center,
providing ADHD assessments and remediation
Berkeley--Lindamood-Bell®
Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction
Beverly Hills--ITS / Integrated Therapy Solutions,
learning center providing various therapies for children and adults with special needs
Burlingame
--Davis Dyslexia Association International-- Davis Dyslexia Correction
Program
Lafayette
--Murphy & Associates, comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations
LaPalma
--Psychological Assessments and therapy for Learning Disabilities, ADHD, and Mood Disorders
Los Angeles
--Child Testing & Treatment Specialists, learning disability testing / SAT accommodations
Los Angeles
--ADD/ADHD Assessment & Treatment for children, teens and adults
Los Angeles
--Dr. David Hung provides evaluation, non-drug oriented treatment, and advocacy for kids and teens with ADD, ADHD, Autism/Aspergers
Los Angeles, Orange County--Access Center, Student Advocacy services for parents of children with special needs, including ADHD
Los Angeles, (Rolling Hills Estates)--Pride Learning Center, Reading Specialists work with kids with Dyslexia and math issues using a multisensory approach
Marin--Lindamood-Bell®
Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction
Marin County--Dyslexia Solutions of Northern California, helps people with dyslexia, dyscalculia, and / or ADHD read, write, speak, and think clearly
Marina del Rey--Marina Psychological Services, psychological,
neuropsychological, and psychoeducational evaluations
Menlo Park--Lindamood-Bell®
Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction
Monterey--Lindamood-Bell®
Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction
Newport Beach--Lindamood-Bell®
Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction
Ontario--Dr. Richard Komm, psychoeducational testing and ADD
assessments
Newport Beach
--Child Testing & Treatment Specialists, learning disability testing / SAT accommodations
Oakland
--Bayhill High School, comprehensive day school program for students, grades 9 - 12, with specific learning disabilities or academic difficulties
Pasadena--Dr. Steve Brawer, clinical psychologist, provides psychological testing and assessment, and treatment for ADD/ADHD and teen depression
Palm
Springs--Licensed and Certified Davis Dyslexia Correction ®
Facilitator
Palo Alto--Lindamood-Bell® Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction
Palos Verdes--Lindamood-Bell®
Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction
Pasadena---- Bruce Hirsch, Ph.D., psychologist specializing in children/adults with learning disabilities & ADD/ADHD.
Pasadena----Lindamood-Bell®
Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction
South Pasadena---- Herman & Associates, full evaluations and recommendations for children with ADD/ADHD issues
Sacramento
Melvin-Smith Learning Center --attention deficit disorder and
learning disabilities assessments
Lindamood-Bell® Learning Center--one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction
Comprehensive Psychological Services--psychologist evaluations and therapy for AD/HD and learning disabiities
San Diego
Banyan Tree Learning Center--Learning Center for Remediation of Learning and Attention Problems
San Diego--Lindamood-Bell®
Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction
San Francisco
Dr. R. Komm, Psycholgist--psychoeducational testing and ADD
assessments
San Francisco--Lindamood-Bell® Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction
San Luis Obispo--Lindamood-Bell® Learning Center and Corporate Headquarters, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction
Santa
Barbara--Lindamood-Bell® Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction
Saratoga--Lindamood-Bell®
Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction
Thousand Oaks
--Agape Center, Diagnostic testing and treatment for vision-related learning problems
Walnut Creek--Lindamood-Bell®
Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction
Walnut Creek--East Bay Dyslexia Solutions
certified Davis Correction Facilitator® offers the Davis Dyslexia Correction Program
Highlands Ranch (Denver area)--Assessment of youth and adults to identify and document learning disabilities, dyslexia, attention deficit disorder
Denver-Centennial--Lindamood-Bell® Clinic, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction.
Denver West--Tetra, School for children grades 1 - 9 with learning disabilities and learning differences
Vail--The Learning Camp, summer camp developed specifically for kids with learning disabilities such as ADD, ADHD, dyslexia
Darien--Lindamood-Bell® Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction.
New London--Lighthouse Psychoeducational Services, neuro-psycho-educational assessmsents, student and parent advocacy, and tutoring for children with learning disabilities
West Hartford --Edufax (with Marcia Rubinstein)
--Educational consulting, placement, and advocacy
West Hartford--The Goldberg Center for Educational Planning-- school placement, Educational Consulting, and Advocacy, for students with ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, at risk issues and other Learning Disabilities
Teaneck, serving Tri-state area--Balaban & Associates assessments, therapy, ,child advocacy, and parenting training
Stamford -- ADD Coach Services for families, parents, organizations. Email and phone consultation available
Washington Metro Area--Suzie Tochterman Muir, educational and psychological assessments, diagnoses and recommendation for children and teens
Olney, serving DC Metro
Area--Bass Educational Services, LLC, provides college planning for students with LD and ADHD
Lindamood-Bell® Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction.
Westminster, Baltimore (serving DC)
--Speech Pathways, offers Certified Reading Specialist Provides Reading Skills/Level Assessments and Tutoring
Miami--Florida School Partners, LLC
, special education advocacy for kids with autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities and ADD.
Miami--Lindamood-Bell® Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction.
Palm Beach Gardens
--psychologist Dr. Myles Cooley, testing and assessment for learning disabilities, ADD, dyslexia, developmental and autistic spectrum disorders
Sarasota--The Thinking Center, offering physical and psychological therapy, tutoring, Dyslexia & Cognitive Training, IEP & Transition Services
Tampa--The Ford Center for Reading, one-on-one individualized and structured multisensory therapy for children with ADD/ADHD and other learning differences
Tampa--Lindamood-Bell® Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction
Weston--Lindamood-Bell® Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction
Atlanta--Lindamood-Bell® Learning Center,
one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction.
Gwinnett County--Lindamood-Bell®
Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and
small group instruction
Roswell--The Porter Academy, a multi-sensory and language-rich learning program for children with special needs in grades K-5.
Chicago-- Lindamood-Bell® Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction.
Deerfield-- Lindamood-Bell® Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction.
Chicago--Learning Diagnostics, intensive ADHD
team evaluations
Chicago -- Cognitive Solutions Learning Center for educational therapy, tutoring, and neurofeedback
Chicago -- The Reading and Learning Lab at DePaul University, diagnostic and academic tutoring
Chicago -- Creative Learning Center helps parents obtain assessments and, tutoring for kids with LD, especially with ADD and dyslexia
Deerfield--Jill Burstein, Educational Consultant specializes in college placement for students with learning disabilities and/or ADD/ADHD
Downers Grove -- Michael Kiser, Attorney representing special education students has special experience with ADHD and other LD issues
Frankfort (near Chicago)--Lighthouse consulting,
special education consultant working with children with all kinds of learning challenges including ADD/ADHD
Joliet--MidAmerican Psychological Institute (MPI), intellectual assessments (IQ testing), behavioral assessments, Kindergarten readiness assessments, treatment and advocacy
Lake Bluff--Dr. David Hanson, offers comprehensive ADHD (ADD) assessments for children, adolescents, and adults
Wilmette--Dr. John Hosterman, offers learning disabilities assessments and recommendations
Indianapolis--Lindamood-Bell® Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction.
Kansas City--Applied Learning Processes, for independence in reading, writing, language comprehension, and math
Maryland
Baltimore, Towson--Susan Schapiro, M.S., specializing in reading and dyslexia assessments for children and adolescents
Bethesda, serving Maryland, D.C. and N. VA--Dr. Lou Essers, LD/ADHD Assessment and Diagnosis
Gaithersburg--Dr. Mark Borsuk, Modern Eyes, treating vision-related learning disorders such as dylexia with vision therapy
Olney, serving DC Metro
Area--Bass Educational Services, LLC, provides college planning for students with LD and ADHD
Takoma Park, serving Maryland, D.C. and N. VA--Dr. Rose Halper, works with elementary school children in learning to read and write
Westminster, Baltimore
--Speech Pathways, offers Certified Reading Specialist Provides Reading Skills/Level Assessments and Tutoring
Washington Metro Area--Suzie Tochterman Muir, educational and psychological assessments, diagnoses and recommendation for children and teens
Towson--New Heights Learning and Training
Center, Lindamood-Bell®-based programs
Ellicot City--Legacy Learning is dedicated to improving quality of life for children, teens, and adults with learning differences
Rockville, serving Maryland and D.C.--Patrick Hoover, Special Education Lawyer dealing with placement, resource, program and testing issues
Boston--Lindamood-Bell® Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction
Braintree, Needham, Hingham--The Goldberg Center for Educational Planning
-- school placement, Educational Consulting, and Advocacy, for students with ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, at risk issues and other Learning Disabilities
Danvers (Boston area)--Sensory Learning ™ Center, an innovative multisensory approach to developmental Learning
Cambridge--Educational Options, LLC, assessment and national school placement for children and teens with AD/HD and students with other LD issues
Sudbury--educational testing services
Needham, Danvers, Sudbury--Commonwealth Learning Cneter, evaluations and one-to-one tutoring, children and adults
Danvers (Boston area)--Sensory Learning ™ Center, an innovative multisensory approach to developmental Learning
South Shore--Lindamood-Bell® Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction
Wellesley, Newburyport, Lexington--Neuropsychological Assessment of Child and Adult Attention and Learning Disorders
Birmingham--Lindamood-Bell®
Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and
small group instruction
Detroit--Reading Therapist & Dyslexia
Specialist, Orton-Gillingham method
Minnesota
Minneapolis --Clinic for Attention, Learning, and Memory
Missouri
Parkville--One-on-one reading therapy and tutoring from Orton Gillingham trained reading specialists
Springfield--One-on-one, research-based treatment for learning problems, ages 7 to adult.
Kansas City--Applied Learning Processes, for independence in reading, writing, language comprehension, and math
Kansas City Area
--Encompass Learning Solutions, Reading and Math Specialists and Educational Consultants on-line, and in person in Kansas City area
Las Vegas--Lindamood-Bell®
Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and
small group instruction
Fort Lee--In Home Tutor for Special Needs students, Orton Gillingham trained
Neptune--Total Learning Center, specialized learning center for children and adults with learning disabilites, dyslexia and attention deficit.
Somerset--The Parent Advocacy Center of New Jersey, helps your children achieve academic, social,and emotional success
Teaneck--Balaban & Associates, assessments, therapy, child advocacy, and parenting training
Morristown--Lindamood-Bell®
Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and
small group instruction
Teaneck, Northern NJ, Greater NYC--Tools to
Learn, Multisensory
Instruction in all subject areas
NY
Beacon
--Consultation and support, letter writing, referrals. Most services available w/o fee
Brooklyn and Manhattan --Christine La Cerva, M.Ed.family and child therapist, for families / children with behavioral and cognitive disorders including ADHD
New York City--Learning Specialist - Reading and Math special ed. teacher and clinical social worker Matthew Lundquist helps conquer cognitive and emotional learning issues
New York City--Susan Friedberg, therapist,family and teen therapist, with specialized experience in ADD issues and eating disorder treatment
New York Metro area--In Home Tutor for Special Needs students, Orton Gillingham trained
New York City--The Goldberg Center for Educational Planning-- school placement, Educational Consulting, and Advocacy, for students with ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, at risk issues and other Learning Disabilities
New York City--Center for Kinesthetic Education, applies movement therapy, exercise and dance to make physical changes to support cognitive and social performance
Long Island--Lindamood-Bell® Learning Center,
one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction
New York City--Lindamood-Bell® Learning Center,
one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction
New York City--Matthew Lundquist, Learning Specialist - Reading and Math special ed. teacher and clinical social worker Matthew Lundquist helps conquer cognitive and emotional learning issues
Teaneck, serving Tri-state area--Balaban & Associates, assessments, therapy, child advocacy, and parenting training
North Carolina
Apex-- Student Learning Recovery Tutoring, Specialized Reading/Dyslexia Tutoring.Improve reading speed and comprehension, memory, attention and concentration
Charlotte-- Lindamood-Bell® Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction.
Ohio
Cleveland
--Educational Options, LLC, helps families find the right boarding school or program for their troubled teen with or without ADHD problems..
Columbus
--Erkis Educational Consulting, guides familes from around the country to appropriate placement options for their struggling child, teenager, or young adult
Tulsa--Daybreak Dynamics, ADD/ADHD
assessment and treatment.
Portland----Advocacy and educational services for children with ADD and ADHD.
Honesdale----Summit Summer camp, for children with ADD and ADHD and other learning disabilities.
Orrtanna (near Gettysburg)--Learning Curves, diagnostic learning center for one-on-one instruction: dyslexia, ADHD, math, other learning disabilities
Philadelphia-- Lindamood-Bell® Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction.
Westminster, Baltimore (serving PA)
--Speech Pathways, offers Certified Reading Specialist Provides Reading Skills/Level Assessments and Tutoring
Camp Leemar
--a private, 7 week summer residential special needs camp for children and young adults with mild to moderate learning and developmental challenges
Teamwork Wins, Ltd.--connects children with Invisible Challenges and practitioners who provide quality services to them via Conferences, Workshops, Seminars and Camps
South Carolina
Charleston--Licensed School
Psychologist, providing assessment and treatment
Irmo--Licensed Psychoeducational Specialist, providing assessment, consultation, and treatment for learning and behavior Problems
Tennessee
Memphis
--Lindamood-Bell® Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction
Texas
Houston -- Lindy Kahn Associates, Inc., Educational Consultation and Placement Options for Special Needs Students
The Woodlands
--Campus Selections, Educational guidance service that assists students with ADHD, Dyslexia, LD, Drug/Alcohol Dependency, Behavior/Emotional issues to find the right program
Dallas
--Lindamood-Bell® Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction
Dallas metro area--Dr. Alex Alexander, Licensed Psychologist, Learning Disability, ADHD, Neuropsychological, Autism, and Psychological Assessment Services
Houston--Specializing in child and adult testing and treatment for ADD in Houston, Texas
Dr. Pamela Plant, Licensed Psychologist-- Specialty in reading problems and dyslexia
Williston--Pine Ridge School--residential boarding school for students with dyslexia and other learning disabilities
Williston--Stern Center for Language and Learning
Atlantic Counseling and Testing--
providing LD and ADHD testing
Bass Educational Services, LLC--, located in Olney, MD, provides college planning for students with LD and ADHD
Mindworks Clinical Psychology-- does assessment,testing, and treatment throughout Virginia
Oakland School-- small co-ed boarding and day school for children and teens with dyslexia, learning disabilities, or organizational /study skills difficulties
The Learning Resource Center--Psychoeducational assessments
Middleburg, serving NoVa--Suzie Tochterman Muir, educational and psychological assessments, diagnoses and recommendation for children and teens
Westminster, Baltimore (serving VA)
--Speech Pathways, offers Certified Reading Specialist Provides Reading Skills/Level Assessments and Tutoring
Chantilly-- Mindworks Clinical Psychology does assessment,testing, and treatment
Vienna--Vienna Assessment, Advocacy, and
Therapeutic Services (VAATS)
Virginia Beach
Lynnwood
--Pacific Learning Center, provides direct,individualized multi-sensory instruction for students with ADD/ADHD
Tigard--Northwest Reading Clinic
providing learning disabilities testing, evaluation and one-on-one treatment
Portland, Oregon----Advocacy and educational services for children with ADD and ADHD.
Westminster, Baltimore (serving WV)
--Speech Pathways, offers Certified Reading Specialist Provides Reading Skills/Level Assessments and Tutoring
Oconomowoc--Identifying and Connecting Resources for Students with Special Needs
London, England
London--Lindamood-Bell® Learning Center, one-to-one tutoring and small group instruction