Education and Learning Disabilities Counselling in London
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London Accessible Psychotherapy Independent Svc
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
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LAPIS serves people with disabilities, carers and NHS workers/ healthworkers. LAPIS addresses the disadvantage in accessing therapy so people with physical disabilities,
learning
disabilities and life-changing physical health issues as well as those with
learning disorders
such as ASD and ADHD can address mental health issues. We do this by making available an accessible service that offers specialist Counselling and Psychotherapy as a low cost service that we strive to make available to all.

Letizia De Mori
Psychologist, CPsychol
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De Mori’s experience is deep inside the Psychology Science field of
Learning
Disability, ADHD, and Intelectual Disability.
Dr. Letizia De Mori is a Psychologist, Neuropsychologist, Researcher, and Superior Cognitive Function Rehabilitator. Her expertise is to test with Assessments for
Learning
Disability and DIfficulty; Spectrum Autism Disorder; Personality; Psychological Expertise for Psychological Damage. Cognitive rehabilitation is programmed for Brain Injuries (such as Ictus or cerebral haemorrhage and for rehabilitation for
Learning
Disabilities/Difficulties and ADHD).

Gabriela Talavera
Counsellor, MBACP
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I began working in the helping professions since 2011, supporting people who struggled with mental health issues and addictions and later people with
learning
and disabilities.
Welcome and thank you for looking at my profile. Whether you are feeling depressed or anxious, stuck or confused, I can help you to have a better understanding of yourself so you can begin to consider and perhaps make different choices. In my approach we explore your past and present relationships with people to have a better understanding of what is affecting you. I provide a safe and confidential space where you can talk about your problems. I can help you to gain a different perspective on yourself, which in turn can help you to arrive at your own decisions and conclusions with more clarity and confidence.

Dr Morvwen Duncan
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
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I am a Clinical Psychologist providing specialist psychological assessment and evidence-based treatment for a range of mental health, emotional and behavioural difficulties in children and young people. This includes supporting those who are experiencing low mood, anxiety and challenges in forming or maintaining relationships. I specialise in comprehensive neuropsychological assessments to understand a young person's
learning
strengths and areas of difficulty, and to identify general or specific
learning
difficulties, such as Dyslexia. I also provide assessment of neurodevelopmental difficulties, including Autism Spectrum Disorder.
London WC1N
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Mimi Berhe
Counsellor, MBACP
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Specialties particular areas of interest • anxiety •depression • low self-esteem •phobias • addictions •bereavement •trauma •
learning
difficulties •autism •Strengthening families/ relationship.
SERVICES I PROVIDE: Like all forms of therapy, integrative therapy requires that you are open to exploring your fears, your hopes, your life, what is causing you challenges, and what you hope for your future. But if you like the idea of a therapy which is a bit more bespoke and less rigid than other forms, then integrative therapy might indeed be for you. Would you like to try this type of therapy?

Melissa Heming
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
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Melissa has a background as a Special Needs Teacher working for ten years in mainstream schools supporting children with specific
learning
difficulties, in particular ASD, ADHD, Dyslexia and OCD. As a Child and Adolescent Integrative Psychotherapist she uses a variety of techniques and methods, such as art, play, symbol, metaphor and various media, to help children and adolescents who are experiencing difficulties with their emotions or behaviour. Melissa recognises that children and adolescents sometimes struggle to put their feelings into words and therefore supports her clients to express their feelings safely in different ways.

Adil Qureshi
Counsellor, MBACP
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I have worked in the public health sector for the past 8 years working previously in frontline roles with a focus on: mental health, HIV and sexual health, LGBT, substance misuse, domestic violence, people with
learning
disabilities and homeless.
I am a qualified Integrative Counsellor and Psychosexual & Relationship Psychotherapist experienced in delivering face to face and online counselling.

Parent Infant Clinic
Psychotherapist, PhD, ACP
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The clinic works with a wide range of problems. Problems in infancy can include difficulties in feeding and sleeping, bonding and separation. With older children and teenagers we can help with problems such as anxiety, depression and school phobias. We are experienced at working with children with special needs, including autistic behaviours, Aspergers, ADHD,
learning
disabilities and other conditions. Also we help parents, who due to past trauma, ongoing family conflict or current mental health problems, may be struggling to build a secure attachment with their child or are struggling in managing their role as parents.
Susan Lipkin
Psychologist, HCPC - Ed. Psych.
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A detailed assessment is carried out to identify a child's strengths and barriers to
learning
, in order to encourage them to make progress with their
learning
.
I am passionate about working with children and believe that every child should have the opportunity to meet their potential and achieve success. Psychological assessments make it possible to identify a child's strengths and areas of need, with a view to devising and implementing a comprehensive programme to support their needs and maximise their potential. I have worked and supported children with a range of needs including;
learning
difficulties, dyslexia, dyscalculia, language difficulties, processing and memory difficulties, social communication difficulties, attention difficulties, emotional and behavioural needs.

Amanda McDermott
Counsellor, MBACP
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I also have experience working with specific
learning
difficulties, including Dyslexia, ADHD and Autism.
I am a fully qualified Counsellor and Coach offering a safe, judgement free, supportive and empathic space for you to explore your present and past experiences. I am an Integrative Therapist, which means I draw on and incorporate various approaches to therapy in order to provide you with a more personalised counselling service that suits you, your current situation and your goals.

Lale Arditti
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Verified
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Hello everyone, welcome to my practice! I am a qualified psychologist and registered member of British Psychological Society who works with adults and adolescents. I offer a calm, thoughtful, and non-judgemental space in which we address the negative thought patterns and emotions. By using cognitive- behavioural therapy techniques, you can begin
learning
how to change your behaviours and we can develop new coping strategies.
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Liam Daniels
Counsellor, MBACP
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I have substantial experience working with teenagers and young adults, including those with
learning
difficulties.
I have trained in existential psychotherapy, and I apply this in my work with clients. The starting point is the experience of the client, to provide the opportunity for them to examine their understanding of life, and the problems and dilemmas they face; to reassess their goals and desires. It provides an opportunity to consider how their choices have been constrained, perhaps by the views and expectations of others, but also by constraints rooted in our society. Understanding can lead to questioning, and growth, possibly in new directions.

Mo Ostler
Psychotherapist, MBACP
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I am excited by the new discoveries in neuroscience and my work can take on more of a coaching style, where we discover together the things that have been holding you back from living the life you want to live, discovering how old habitual patterns keep you doing the same old things, and
learning
new ways to create a new future for yourself.
Hello; a warm welcome to my profile. Perhaps you are trying to change something in your life; perhaps you are wanting to give up old habits or create new ones. Maybe you are struggling with something, or perhaps you just want to take a look at your life and assess or reassess it. Together we can work out a way forward; by looking at and following your cues, which you may or may not be aware of right now, we can map a path that feels right for you. I truly believe that everyone carries their own answers within them; we just need to find out what they are!

Nadir Mohamed
Counsellor, MA, BACP
I have over ten years experience of working with children, adults and families, aiming to help people explore challenging situations or relationships, toward understanding how particular difficulties have risen and help you work through this time. I specialise in complex mental health and support individuals and families who have been affected. I have seven years experience working with children and teenagers who have
Learning
Disabilities and issues relating to school. I also see clients for various other struggles and work collaboratively to explore what is behind their anxiety, depression and to build self-esteem.

Dr Ilan Ben-Zion
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
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Hi, I’m Ilan! I’m a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and Director of The Oak Tree Practice. I want to tell you a bit more about myself, as I realise selecting a psychologist can be a tough task! I feel very privileged to be able to say I love what I do and always have, ever since I started volunteering for ChildLine in 2007. Following this, I’ve had experience working with a wide variety of clients including children, young people, adults, older adults, military personnel, individuals with
learning
disabilities, neurodevelopmental disorders and neurological conditions. I have also furthered my studies through the completion of undergraduate, masters and doctoral degrees. All this aside, one of the most important parts of my work is building relationships with those sitting opposite me. I have always believed that you can have all the training and knowledge in the world, but if the client doesn’t return, none of this can be put into action. Therefore, my first aim is always to provide a warm, compassionate and non-judgmental space where we can work on the clients’ difficulties together.

Rebecca Ingram
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
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Do you find yourself prioritising the external world and the needs of those around you? Perhaps you feel different to others or misunderstood in relationships? It may be you experience self-doubt, negative thinking or notice yourself repeating patterns that impact your relationships. Whatever is going on for you working together, relationally we can begin to explore ‘YOU’, to focus on raising your awareness & understanding of the way you experience yourself, to identify your goals for therapy, to be open to
learning
new ways of being. Therapy is a commitment between client & therapist, to be open to wanting things to be different.

Ioanna Baliou
Counsellor, BACP
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I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who face emotional, behavioural, and
learning
challenges that require support on their emotional well-being journey.
Reaching out for support on mental health and emotional well-being issues for your child or teenager may feel like a daunting experience. In the same way, being a young adult and searching for the right mental health professional to share your feelings and concerns with, feels difficult as well. However, it is the right choice. We can work together in a way that best suits you or your child’s needs and create a safe space for self-reflection and self-discovery. I am a fully qualified integrative child and adolescent counsellor for children and young people and a qualified primary teacher.

Grace Alicia Sylvester
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
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I am also a life-long carer with a special interest in family dynamics, as well as
learning
disabilities.
My focus is clients who see themselves as Carers, to another person, people or group - whose quality of daily life is in part or whole, is largely dependent on the care provided. My clients have lost the ability to see themselves as separate from their caring, or to put their own needs first. Life has has become blurred-like trying to see in a fogged-up mirror. Often clients want to 'just' unburden, tentatively trying out the novel feeling of hearing their own voice, exhausted, angry, overlooked and ironically, not well cared for themselves, very often managing their own

Jack McKellar
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
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I have also worked in specialist services for people with physical health difficulties,
learning
disabilities, and family support.
Seeking therapy can be a difficult decision and often takes a great deal of courage. I believe therapy can benefit many aspects of our lives through discovering new perspectives and possibilities. In our meetings, I hope to create a collaborative relationship where we can engage in genuine, open and honest dialogue so that new meanings about your life and relationships can emerge. This will include a warm, compassionate and curious stance towards the concerns you bring. I offer a therapeutic style that encourages continuous feedback to ensure we are both working towards the same aim, and can adjust my approach to best support you.
London SE22
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Irit Garty
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified
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I work creatively with people who have different communication needs such as people with
learning
disabilities.
I provide a safe and confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. If you experience anxiety, depression, abuse, trauma or want to change something about your life I would be able to offer you long or short-term support. My approach embraces human diversity and encourages you to make life choices true to yourself. I believe in counsellor-client collaboration so that we set the pace, the focus and the length of our work together.
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Education and Learning Disabilities Counsellors
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.