Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in Temple, NH

Hello, my name is Dr. Lara Kroodsma and I work with parents and caregivers to answer questions about children's development, behavior, emotions, and learning. Through the assessment process I seek to support parents and other caregivers, such as teachers and doctors, by providing a clear picture of each child's unique strengths, challenges, and needs. The goal is to provide detailed, practical, and concrete recommendations that will best support each child's path to success.

A few experiences in my life have positively impacted my connection with others. A majority of my experience has been working in dual diagnosis facilities, which has provided me with considerable insight into mental health and substance abuse. Secondly, I worked as a special education teacher, gaining insight from both the parent’s and child’s perspective. Lastly, as the spouse of an active duty and now veteran sailor, I am deeply connected to the veterans community.

We all want to be happy, to have a mind and heart at ease. And yet for so many of us, our minds are caught in worry about the future and regrets about the past. We feel stressed and overwhelmed. Our relationships may be fraught with conflict or distant and unsatisfying. And yet happiness is not so far away as it might sometimes seem. It is a practice that we can learn to cultivate in each moment. Therapy is no guarantee that we will always be happy, but with patience and dedication, each of us has the capacity to become happier, more loving, and more self-realized.

Looking to change your life? Liberate yourself? Become your authentic, whole, full self? Clear Reflection Counseling Associates is experienced in compassionate, evidence-based care to help those dealing with substance use disorders and/or co-occurring mental health issues.

I have worked as a personal counselor since 1986 and as a licensed clinical social worker since 2004. I am a solution-focused therapist who listens deeply to my clients, then engages each in a true two-way conversation. Whether I'm seeing adults, older adolescents, or couples, I treat my clients respectfully. We focus on the issue at hand, work to understand the history and causes behind it, then together implement steps to bring change quickly. Most clients see me for six to eight weekly sessions, moving to less and less frequent sessions as their confidence and life satisfaction increases. I look forward to working with you.

Seeking clarity for your child's challenges? Differences between school reports and your observations? Questioning diagnoses? My neuropsychological evaluations provide insights into concerns like learning disabilities, behavioral issues, mood instability, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and executive functioning. Empower your child's success with tailored strategies addressing learning difficulties, attention concerns, and emotional hurdles. Let's partner together to understand your child's unique strengths and challenges, unlocking their full potential for academic, emotional, social, and behavioral growth.

I am a Licensed Psychologist working in Wellesley, MA and Portsmouth, NH and have had the opportunity to serve youth, their families, and adults for nearly thirty years. The expertise and sensitivity I offer focuses on navigating issues and challenges throughout the emerging life-cycle, encouraging clients to flexibly move into new ways of relating to the things one would like to change. Currently, I concentrate on working with children, adolescents, and adults, exploring the developmental challenges, as well as life events that highlight and inform who they are.

Hello my name is Cassandra, I am a BCBA with 4 years of experience. I have experience in the public school setting, home setting, and clinic based setting . My areas of expertise include Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) , ADHD, ODD, and general behavioral issues. My role as a BCBA includes using positive reinforcement strategies to help children who are having difficulty learning or acquiring new skills or are displaying problem behavior. This includes conducting Functional Behavior Analyses (FBAs), implementing behavior programs using reinforcement procedures, parent training sessions, social skills programming, and observations.

I will meet you where you are at and listen with genuine curiosity to understand what your goals are and what is truly important to you. Together, we will tap into your strengths to inspire true growth and change in your life. I believe everybody has the ability to unlock their greatest potential and I can be a guide to help you tap into that potential through empowerment and awareness. We will utilize many different interventions to fit your interests and needs so that our time together can be as healing, engaging, and enjoyable as possible.

Are you feeling overwhelmed or unsatisfied at home, school, work, or in an important relationship? Is your child struggling socially or academically? I provide a warm, professional, and respectful environment where we will explore the concerns that brought you to therapy. We will work together to develop a coherent narrative of what is working and not working in your life, and draw on my experience and training to cultivate the insights, tools, and resources to create positive change. My website is www.johnnesbittlicsw.com

Dr. Van Santen conducts comprehensive evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults that include a variety of components that are found in psychoeducational, neuropsychological, and psychological evaluations. Evaluations can be used to identify Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ages 16 and older), Learning Disabilities such as reading disorders (e.g., dyslexia), writing disorders (e.g., dysgraphia), and math disorders (e.g., dyscalculia). After a comprehensive evaluation has been completed, Dr. Van Santen can also provide Diagnostic Teaching (DT).

My role is to clarify diagnoses and guide support in therapy, in school, in the workplace, and in the family. I utilize a variety of assessment tools which provide data regarding diagnosis of psychoeducational, neuropsychological, and other issues impacting individuals’ optimal functioning. This includes evaluation of individuals across the lifespan, from early childhood through all stages of adulthood. As part of the process, I also work closely with clients and family members to ensure a clear understanding of the data and application of the recommendations.

The people who like to work with me are facing challenges in their work or personal lives including, self-inflicted stress, relationship or peer conflict, and accepting a loss (or multiple losses). They appreciate a cognitive or thinking approach to their challenges and appreciate learning skills that they can use to reduce their distress. They may have sought treatment elsewhere for anxiety or depression, and it's not unusual that the challenges they face are either going home with them or making their way into their work.

I love working with clients who are eager to start their healing journey but don't quite know where or how to begin, as well as clients who have tried therapy before and want to continue learning more about themselves. I have particular expertise in supporting neurodivergent individuals, folks who have experienced trauma, and those moving through grief and loss.

Are you feeling out of balance? Do you need help identifying what is keeping you from living your best life? Mental health is health. My approach is based on the idea that people can change and want to change, and it starts with your own thoughts, feelings and beliefs. I utilize evidence based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, EMDR and Motivational Interviewing. I hold a BA in History, MS in Education and a PhD in Education. I am also graduating with an MA in mental health counseling later this year.

I think the ideal client is someone who is motivated to change. I am a practitioner of positive psychology and believe that every person has tremendous resources and just needs to discover these gifts. I think the Psychologist must build upon assets and strengths. I think that humans can build pyramids or travel to the moon when given the right encouragement and belief.

ADHD? Anxiety/Depression? Autism? Learning Problems? We have 40 years experience in Special Education as a Teacher, Administrator and Art Therapist and Mindfulness/Hypnosis. Services: 1. Our Education Advocacy mediates IEP and 504 meetings to help you get the services you need to help your child do better in school. 2. Brain Retraining to permanently rewire your or your child's ADD/HD brain using EEG Neurofeedback. This is extremely effective and has been researched by Tufts University School of Medicine. 3. We teach Mindfulness and Meditation to help individuals ages 3 to 103.

Hello! I'm so happy you found me! I am a holistic hypnotherapist and wellness coach. I take a holistic approach, meaning I consider the whole individual when I develop treatment plans. I love integrating many different alternative healing arts in my practice. Some areas of expertise are childhood emotional neglect, trauma recovery, personal development, body image. As an intuitive empath, I can help identify your unmet needs and draw out your strengths. I can help you access and harness the power of your own subconscious mind and make those positive changes you've been wanting in your life.

At this time (November, 2023), we have openings for specialized medication management focusing on women's health. Our practice specializes in working with women coping with a variety of issues including postpartum depression, anxiety and adjustment, infertility, pregnancy loss, unresolved trauma, relationship issues, parenting concerns, life transitions, disordered eating. We are an LGBTQ+ allied practice. For more information, please see our website: www.WomensCounselingofNashua.com