Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in South, Pasadena, CA
Melissa Springstead Cahill
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
South, Pasadena, CA 91101 (Online Only)
I am an MFT with experience teaching, tutoring and providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents and their families. While I work with clients of all academic levels, I specialize in working with those who struggle academically due to a learning disability and other educational barriers. Along with individual and family psychotherapy, I also offer school consultation and observations. I find collaborating with teachers, school staff and other providers, my clients are able to have success in their academics and emotional/behavioral health.
I am an MFT with experience teaching, tutoring and providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents and their families. While I work with clients of all academic levels, I specialize in working with those who struggle academically due to a learning disability and other educational barriers. Along with individual and family psychotherapy, I also offer school consultation and observations. I find collaborating with teachers, school staff and other providers, my clients are able to have success in their academics and emotional/behavioral health.
Marguery Lyvers
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91106
Waitlist for new clients
Dr. Marguery Lyvers is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (CA PSY25499) with expertise in the assessment of learning disorders, ADHD, and other neuropsychological and psychological/emotional conditions. Dr. Lyvers enjoys working with children, adolescents, and young adults to remove barriers to educational and personal success through individually tailored interventions and accommodations.
Dr. Marguery Lyvers is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (CA PSY25499) with expertise in the assessment of learning disorders, ADHD, and other neuropsychological and psychological/emotional conditions. Dr. Lyvers enjoys working with children, adolescents, and young adults to remove barriers to educational and personal success through individually tailored interventions and accommodations.
BrightView Behavioral Health Services
MA , BCBA
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91101
We specialize in teaching early intervention strategies to young children with various learning disabilities and Autism, including (but not limited to); social skills and verbal behavior therapy.
BrightView is a clinician & family owned provider dedicated to the ethical and effective practice of Applied Behavioral Analysis for children, adolescents, and young adults with developmental disabilities. BrightView believes in establishing a personal connection to each family, and is committed to the advancement of each and every client. At BrightView, families will experience the delivery of individualized, high quality care, & a commitment to excellence. We are passionate about the work we do, and do so with expertise, integrity, and consistency.
We specialize in teaching early intervention strategies to young children with various learning disabilities and Autism, including (but not limited to); social skills and verbal behavior therapy.
BrightView is a clinician & family owned provider dedicated to the ethical and effective practice of Applied Behavioral Analysis for children, adolescents, and young adults with developmental disabilities. BrightView believes in establishing a personal connection to each family, and is committed to the advancement of each and every client. At BrightView, families will experience the delivery of individualized, high quality care, & a commitment to excellence. We are passionate about the work we do, and do so with expertise, integrity, and consistency.
Lauren Stevenson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91101
Making the decision to seek help is such a pivotal moment in a person’s life. As a clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience, I strive to offer the most current, effective, and comprehensive assessment and treatment possible. My goal is to create a space of empathy and safety with both therapy and psychological testing for a range of disorders and problems, including learning disability and ADHD evaluations. I also specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and regularly treat conditions such as depression, anxiety, OCD, panic, and more. Most importantly, I tailor the assessment and/or treatment specifically for you!
Making the decision to seek help is such a pivotal moment in a person’s life. As a clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience, I strive to offer the most current, effective, and comprehensive assessment and treatment possible. My goal is to create a space of empathy and safety with both therapy and psychological testing for a range of disorders and problems, including learning disability and ADHD evaluations. I also specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and regularly treat conditions such as depression, anxiety, OCD, panic, and more. Most importantly, I tailor the assessment and/or treatment specifically for you!
Wendy Chan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91101
My practice also specializes in diagnostic clarification, ADHD, learning disability evaluations, and testing to identify eligibility for accommodations (i.
As a clinical psychologist with more than 10 years of specialized training and experience, I am dedicated to providing effective and research-based approaches to treatment with genuine compassion, empathy, and care. It is my goal to help empower you to change your life by using treatment and assessment techniques designed for both common life stressors and complex mental health conditions. It is my belief that creating a safe and supportive therapeutic environment is essential for my client's growth and I work hard to provide an environment with which my clients feel safe to challenge themselves and grow.
My practice also specializes in diagnostic clarification, ADHD, learning disability evaluations, and testing to identify eligibility for accommodations (i.
As a clinical psychologist with more than 10 years of specialized training and experience, I am dedicated to providing effective and research-based approaches to treatment with genuine compassion, empathy, and care. It is my goal to help empower you to change your life by using treatment and assessment techniques designed for both common life stressors and complex mental health conditions. It is my belief that creating a safe and supportive therapeutic environment is essential for my client's growth and I work hard to provide an environment with which my clients feel safe to challenge themselves and grow.
Gently Ang
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91101
Waitlist for new clients
In addition to psychotherapy, I specialize in assessment of Learning Disorders and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.
I am a clinical psychologist with extensive background in both psychotherapy and assessment. Many of the clients I have worked with in psychotherapy have backgrounds of abuse and trauma, grief and loss, depression and anxiety, relationship breakdowns, and/or adjustment difficulties to career and life transitions. My psychotherapy approach draws from psychodynamic, humanistic, cognitive-behavioral, systems perspectives, and scientifically grounded research. I work collaboratively with my clients to set the goals and pace of the psychotherapy process.
In addition to psychotherapy, I specialize in assessment of Learning Disorders and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.
I am a clinical psychologist with extensive background in both psychotherapy and assessment. Many of the clients I have worked with in psychotherapy have backgrounds of abuse and trauma, grief and loss, depression and anxiety, relationship breakdowns, and/or adjustment difficulties to career and life transitions. My psychotherapy approach draws from psychodynamic, humanistic, cognitive-behavioral, systems perspectives, and scientifically grounded research. I work collaboratively with my clients to set the goals and pace of the psychotherapy process.
Melissa McMullin
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
South, Pasadena, CA 91106
I also provide assessment for attention, memory, and learning concerns that may be impacting your journey.
Something isn't quite right lately! Things feel off and it's time for a change. Whether it's creatively rebooting, overcoming imposter syndrome, feeling more resilient, or navigating a new transition there's a way to change the patterns that aren't working anymore. When stress hits or we feel stuck we tend to revisit coping that doesn't serve us well. We may feel motivated to change, but lost as to the next steps. I work collaboratively with clients who are curious about their struggles and eager to collaboratively problem solve. We work together to uncover the patterns that aren't working anymore and explore solutions.
I also provide assessment for attention, memory, and learning concerns that may be impacting your journey.
Something isn't quite right lately! Things feel off and it's time for a change. Whether it's creatively rebooting, overcoming imposter syndrome, feeling more resilient, or navigating a new transition there's a way to change the patterns that aren't working anymore. When stress hits or we feel stuck we tend to revisit coping that doesn't serve us well. We may feel motivated to change, but lost as to the next steps. I work collaboratively with clients who are curious about their struggles and eager to collaboratively problem solve. We work together to uncover the patterns that aren't working anymore and explore solutions.
Andrea Davis
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
South, Pasadena, CA 91106
Special help for families facing autistic spectrum disorders and learning disorders.
Hello from the Founder and Owner of Greenhouse Therapy Center...for growing people! If you are experiencing stress, unhappiness, or relational problems, growth-oriented therapy helps you become a fully evolved person, partner, or parent. Using attachment theory and developmental psychology, we can help adults, couples, teens, and children grow together so that you may feel better moment to moment, experience much deeper levels of intimacy and joy, and define and take proactive steps forward to reach your life goals and dreams. We plant seeds; you harvest the fruit by growing fruitful endeavors and relationships around you.
Special help for families facing autistic spectrum disorders and learning disorders.
Hello from the Founder and Owner of Greenhouse Therapy Center...for growing people! If you are experiencing stress, unhappiness, or relational problems, growth-oriented therapy helps you become a fully evolved person, partner, or parent. Using attachment theory and developmental psychology, we can help adults, couples, teens, and children grow together so that you may feel better moment to moment, experience much deeper levels of intimacy and joy, and define and take proactive steps forward to reach your life goals and dreams. We plant seeds; you harvest the fruit by growing fruitful endeavors and relationships around you.
Andre van Rooyen
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91106
I work with children, adolescents, and schools to help everyone know how to best support children and adolescents with developmental, learning, and behavioral challenges.
There are times in our relationships with our children that we love them, but we may not “like” them. My approach to both therapy and assessment is rooted in the belief that what is “right” about your child is stronger than what is “wrong”. By uncovering both your child’s strengths and vulnerabilities, a comprehensive treatment plan can be developed in collaboration with you and your child. My approach draws from the fields of Neuropsychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness and Positive Psychology.
I work with children, adolescents, and schools to help everyone know how to best support children and adolescents with developmental, learning, and behavioral challenges.
There are times in our relationships with our children that we love them, but we may not “like” them. My approach to both therapy and assessment is rooted in the belief that what is “right” about your child is stronger than what is “wrong”. By uncovering both your child’s strengths and vulnerabilities, a comprehensive treatment plan can be developed in collaboration with you and your child. My approach draws from the fields of Neuropsychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness and Positive Psychology.
Susan Lok
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South, Pasadena, CA 91050 (Online Only)
I am accepting only assessment patients at this time. I work with children, adolescents, and adults for autism, learning disability, and ADHD evaluations in person in Encino, CA. My patients generally seek assessment services to help guide treatment, answer a question about whether a certain diagnosis may be impacting their ability to meet their needs, or provide bolstered accommodations for school, college, or college testing (SAT's/ACT's). I accept both insurance and private pay.
I am accepting only assessment patients at this time. I work with children, adolescents, and adults for autism, learning disability, and ADHD evaluations in person in Encino, CA. My patients generally seek assessment services to help guide treatment, answer a question about whether a certain diagnosis may be impacting their ability to meet their needs, or provide bolstered accommodations for school, college, or college testing (SAT's/ACT's). I accept both insurance and private pay.
Rachel Chen
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, APCC
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91101
We all want to be heard and understood. Feelings of stress, anxiety, depression, or grief can be overwhelming and interfere with your mental health, personal relationships, and daily functions. My goal as a therapist is to cultivate an environment in which you feel safe, heard, and supported.
We all want to be heard and understood. Feelings of stress, anxiety, depression, or grief can be overwhelming and interfere with your mental health, personal relationships, and daily functions. My goal as a therapist is to cultivate an environment in which you feel safe, heard, and supported.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South, Pasadena, CA 91106 (Online Only)
Welcome! As life get Busy, sometimes we need a space that is outside our family, friends, and community that can help bring fresh perspective and strategies to help bring a different outcomes with life struggles. As a trauma informed/first-generation therapist, I am honored to be a part of that journey of self-discovery. Providing support and working through intergenerational trauma that will enable empowerment in many clients to develop resilience and coping strategies that will promote healing is the main goal. Talk therapy can be that outlet you need to release and heal. Today is the day to create change!
Welcome! As life get Busy, sometimes we need a space that is outside our family, friends, and community that can help bring fresh perspective and strategies to help bring a different outcomes with life struggles. As a trauma informed/first-generation therapist, I am honored to be a part of that journey of self-discovery. Providing support and working through intergenerational trauma that will enable empowerment in many clients to develop resilience and coping strategies that will promote healing is the main goal. Talk therapy can be that outlet you need to release and heal. Today is the day to create change!
Rebecca Bokoch
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
South, Pasadena, CA 91101
Life can be complex. Take a step towards comfort and change! Therapy can help to nurture the healthy growth and development of your life and your relationships. The ultimate goal is to help you to create healthy bonds that bring joy to your life and relationships. I have experience working with children of all ages from infancy to young adulthood. I want to support you in the challenges of parenting. Together we can work to find an approach that fits you and your child.
Life can be complex. Take a step towards comfort and change! Therapy can help to nurture the healthy growth and development of your life and your relationships. The ultimate goal is to help you to create healthy bonds that bring joy to your life and relationships. I have experience working with children of all ages from infancy to young adulthood. I want to support you in the challenges of parenting. Together we can work to find an approach that fits you and your child.
Rosa Lizarraga
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PPS
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91101
Hello, I work with individuals seeking a better understanding of themselves and their relationships and wanting to improve how they manage their emotions and anxiety.
Hello, I work with individuals seeking a better understanding of themselves and their relationships and wanting to improve how they manage their emotions and anxiety.
ADHD Collective
Counselor, MEd, NCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
South, Pasadena, CA 91101
ADHD COACHING: We coach adults, professionals, and college students with ADHD. We create strategies and systems to build your life around what you're good at, in order for you to achieve the momentum needed to follow through on your life goals. Our ADHD Coaching process helps you: 1. Uncover and clarify your goals, 2. Draft a plan of action, 3. Develop strategies for anticipated roadblocks, and 4. Set check-ins throughout the week so that you follow-through on your most important life goals.
ADHD COACHING: We coach adults, professionals, and college students with ADHD. We create strategies and systems to build your life around what you're good at, in order for you to achieve the momentum needed to follow through on your life goals. Our ADHD Coaching process helps you: 1. Uncover and clarify your goals, 2. Draft a plan of action, 3. Develop strategies for anticipated roadblocks, and 4. Set check-ins throughout the week so that you follow-through on your most important life goals.
Kenneth Rudnicki
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
30 Endorsed
South, Pasadena, CA 91105
Are you looking to solve the problem you have been having within your family? I am here to help you get the support you’ve been looking for to improve your relationships. Help with the fights at home about homework. Help getting your child to do what they are told the first time. Help with a transition to a new stage of life. I've always gravitated towards working with youth and young adults with the highest needs because that is where I have seen I've been most effective as a therapist.
Are you looking to solve the problem you have been having within your family? I am here to help you get the support you’ve been looking for to improve your relationships. Help with the fights at home about homework. Help getting your child to do what they are told the first time. Help with a transition to a new stage of life. I've always gravitated towards working with youth and young adults with the highest needs because that is where I have seen I've been most effective as a therapist.
Leslie A. Loubier
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91106
Dr. Leslie Loubier is a highly skilled and experienced Mindfulness trainer, as well as a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, executive and personal coach, university lecturer and key-note speaker. Trained in Mindfulness at the University of Massachusetts, Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Healthcare, and Society, Dr. Loubier teaches Mindfulness to individuals and groups nationally. She also works with executives, performers, artists, writers and athletes on peak-performance, self-confidence, motivation and self-esteem. Leslie has a regular yoga practice and has practiced Insight Meditation since 1997.
Dr. Leslie Loubier is a highly skilled and experienced Mindfulness trainer, as well as a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, executive and personal coach, university lecturer and key-note speaker. Trained in Mindfulness at the University of Massachusetts, Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Healthcare, and Society, Dr. Loubier teaches Mindfulness to individuals and groups nationally. She also works with executives, performers, artists, writers and athletes on peak-performance, self-confidence, motivation and self-esteem. Leslie has a regular yoga practice and has practiced Insight Meditation since 1997.
Yvonne Miller
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91101 (Online Only)
I see adults and couples for therapy.
I see adults and couples for therapy.
Christine Pourandrias
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
South, Pasadena, CA 91101
Welcome to my practice! I feel privileged to be in a position to guide people through various problems, in search of solutions and geared toward healthy living. I have learned that the most important component to creating a healthy therapeutic process is the meaningful relationships that we create along the way. I currently utilize a strength-based approach in my work with children, adolescence, and families-the focus of the work is identifying and building from the strengths of the individual. I value the collaborative effort that goes into developing a treatment plan; collaboration allows us to experience movement toward pathways of transformation.
Welcome to my practice! I feel privileged to be in a position to guide people through various problems, in search of solutions and geared toward healthy living. I have learned that the most important component to creating a healthy therapeutic process is the meaningful relationships that we create along the way. I currently utilize a strength-based approach in my work with children, adolescence, and families-the focus of the work is identifying and building from the strengths of the individual. I value the collaborative effort that goes into developing a treatment plan; collaboration allows us to experience movement toward pathways of transformation.
Michael Fenske
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91105
The clients I work with often feel hopeless, unmotivated, stuck, or distracted. They may have difficulty managing stress and struggle to feel better about themselves. These factors can result in them experiencing distress in relationships with others regardless of the effort they put into it. Working together we can focus on establishing hope, finding direction and purpose, addressing relationship and social dynamics, and ultimately becoming the best version of yourself. Take a minute to contact me for a free consultation to talk about how we begin your journey to self improvement.
The clients I work with often feel hopeless, unmotivated, stuck, or distracted. They may have difficulty managing stress and struggle to feel better about themselves. These factors can result in them experiencing distress in relationships with others regardless of the effort they put into it. Working together we can focus on establishing hope, finding direction and purpose, addressing relationship and social dynamics, and ultimately becoming the best version of yourself. Take a minute to contact me for a free consultation to talk about how we begin your journey to self improvement.
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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.