Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in 99163
Stephen A. Bergdahl
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Pullman, WA 99163
My primary goal is to facilitate growth and learning (or a quality evaluation report).
No matter the conditions, clients who experience the greatest benefit from counseling are the ones who come prepared to learn and grow. Anyone who steps into my office with such an eagerness will also leave having gained something. I am not fixed on any one specific method and adapt my approach based on client need and personality. In addition to counseling, I also offer psychological and educational evaluations. Testing covers a range of ADHD, learning disability, psychological, educational, neurocognitive, and functional capacity evaluations.
My primary goal is to facilitate growth and learning (or a quality evaluation report).
No matter the conditions, clients who experience the greatest benefit from counseling are the ones who come prepared to learn and grow. Anyone who steps into my office with such an eagerness will also leave having gained something. I am not fixed on any one specific method and adapt my approach based on client need and personality. In addition to counseling, I also offer psychological and educational evaluations. Testing covers a range of ADHD, learning disability, psychological, educational, neurocognitive, and functional capacity evaluations.
Heidi L Benjamin
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Pullman, WA 99163 (Online Only)
I AM ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. The human spirit is an amazing thing. Like the Phoenix, we are capable of rising from the ashes as our past is burnt away and stepping into a new future. This can be accomplished by changing our point of view; how we think determine our behavior. Through the use of an individually tailored eclectic therapy approach, you can learn coping and resiliency tools to assist you in making positive change. it starts by letting go of our past negative, harmful thoughts and replace them with new positive, healthy thinking. As our perception changes, we can create positive change to reach our goals.
I AM ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. The human spirit is an amazing thing. Like the Phoenix, we are capable of rising from the ashes as our past is burnt away and stepping into a new future. This can be accomplished by changing our point of view; how we think determine our behavior. Through the use of an individually tailored eclectic therapy approach, you can learn coping and resiliency tools to assist you in making positive change. it starts by letting go of our past negative, harmful thoughts and replace them with new positive, healthy thinking. As our perception changes, we can create positive change to reach our goals.
Reshma Antony
Counselor, MHCA
Verified Verified
Pullman, WA 99163 (Online Only)
I have experience working with adolescents, children on the spectrum of Autism, suicidal and homicidal ideation, and psychosis. My approach is a good fit for those struggling with depression, anxiety, low-self-esteem, self-criticism, grief, relationship distress, and life transitions. My therapeutic modality includes Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavior, Mindfulness, Existential, Solutions-Focused, and Person-Centered Therapy. A strong therapeutic alliance between my clients and I is marked by the trust and openness in which sacred moments emerge.
I have experience working with adolescents, children on the spectrum of Autism, suicidal and homicidal ideation, and psychosis. My approach is a good fit for those struggling with depression, anxiety, low-self-esteem, self-criticism, grief, relationship distress, and life transitions. My therapeutic modality includes Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavior, Mindfulness, Existential, Solutions-Focused, and Person-Centered Therapy. A strong therapeutic alliance between my clients and I is marked by the trust and openness in which sacred moments emerge.
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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.