Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in Milan, OH

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Tina L Terebeckij
PsyD
Verified Verified
Berlin Heights, OH 44814
Individual counseling provides an opportunity for you to talk openly about your thoughts and feelings in a safe and non-judgmental environment. I work with a variety of clients including children, adolescents, adults, and those within the LGBTQ community. With children and some adolescents, differing modalities of therapy, including art and music, provide an additional outlet for those who cannot always verbalize thoughts and feelings. Family dynamics can often be challenging, whether you have a traditional or non-traditional family, and I can help. Together, we can work through your concerns.
Individual counseling provides an opportunity for you to talk openly about your thoughts and feelings in a safe and non-judgmental environment. I work with a variety of clients including children, adolescents, adults, and those within the LGBTQ community. With children and some adolescents, differing modalities of therapy, including art and music, provide an additional outlet for those who cannot always verbalize thoughts and feelings. Family dynamics can often be challenging, whether you have a traditional or non-traditional family, and I can help. Together, we can work through your concerns.
(567) 229-9325 View (567) 229-9325

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Jeffrey S Berman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Lorain, OH 44053
My areas of specialty include anger management, social skills, autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities/ school issues, depression disorders, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
I received a Master of Social Work from Tulane University, a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of New Orleans, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Writing Arts from State University of New York at Oswego. I have worked in community-based mental health as well as private practice. Before counseling, I taught in schools in New Orleans and Boston, working with students with disabilities. I am located in Ohio and am also licensed to practice virtually in Florida.
My areas of specialty include anger management, social skills, autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities/ school issues, depression disorders, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
I received a Master of Social Work from Tulane University, a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of New Orleans, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Writing Arts from State University of New York at Oswego. I have worked in community-based mental health as well as private practice. Before counseling, I taught in schools in New Orleans and Boston, working with students with disabilities. I am located in Ohio and am also licensed to practice virtually in Florida.
(216) 910-5179 View (216) 910-5179
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Jonathan Sherman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43212
Waitlist for new clients
I work with individuals, couples, children and adolescents on a range of issues from depression and anxiety, to ADHD and other learning disorders, and those suffering from trauma and dissociative disorders.
If you’re looking at this page and considering therapy, that means you are already engaging in a journey towards healing. Recognizing that you are struggling can be really scary. Telling your story to a new therapist can also be a difficult task. Your thoughts, feelings, and journey deserve to be honored and respected. My mission as a clinician is to collaboratively walk with you through whatever hardships you are experiencing in order to accomplish the goals that are important to you. I adapt my approach to best fit your needs, because in my office I work for you and want to focus on what is most important to you.
I work with individuals, couples, children and adolescents on a range of issues from depression and anxiety, to ADHD and other learning disorders, and those suffering from trauma and dissociative disorders.
If you’re looking at this page and considering therapy, that means you are already engaging in a journey towards healing. Recognizing that you are struggling can be really scary. Telling your story to a new therapist can also be a difficult task. Your thoughts, feelings, and journey deserve to be honored and respected. My mission as a clinician is to collaboratively walk with you through whatever hardships you are experiencing in order to accomplish the goals that are important to you. I adapt my approach to best fit your needs, because in my office I work for you and want to focus on what is most important to you.
(614) 796-4264 View (614) 796-4264
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Chaquita Niamke
PsyS, LSPSY
Verified Verified
Beachwood, OH 44122
I conduct Independent Educational Evaluations to uncover learning differences and undiagnosed attention challenges.
If you're a parent, you've probably been to countless parent-teacher conferences where the teacher tells you all about how great your child's personality is, but that they are failing to reach their full potential in class. Maybe, you and your child spend 2-3 hours at the table EACH night, where you teach (and re-teach!) lessons, only to find your daughter still managed to fail her test the next day! Or just maybe, you're in your 1st-year college math class and can't seem to figure out how the numbers are supposed to go together because you just narrowly passed Algebra in high school and you've NEVER been good at math.
I conduct Independent Educational Evaluations to uncover learning differences and undiagnosed attention challenges.
If you're a parent, you've probably been to countless parent-teacher conferences where the teacher tells you all about how great your child's personality is, but that they are failing to reach their full potential in class. Maybe, you and your child spend 2-3 hours at the table EACH night, where you teach (and re-teach!) lessons, only to find your daughter still managed to fail her test the next day! Or just maybe, you're in your 1st-year college math class and can't seem to figure out how the numbers are supposed to go together because you just narrowly passed Algebra in high school and you've NEVER been good at math.
(216) 677-3655 View (216) 677-3655
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Emily Ellis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPSP
Verified Verified
Toledo, OH 43606
Life can be stressful and confusing. Emily believes that personal peace is gained through learning to listen to the needs of our minds and bodies and expressing those needs effectively. Through education and technique practice Emily aims to help clients manage challenging mental health symptoms that impact their lives. By creating a safe and reliable environment, Emily encourages clients learn the tools needed to explore their internal world and set personal goals. She is described as a calm, relatable, and empowering counselor who focuses on the goals of each individual.
Life can be stressful and confusing. Emily believes that personal peace is gained through learning to listen to the needs of our minds and bodies and expressing those needs effectively. Through education and technique practice Emily aims to help clients manage challenging mental health symptoms that impact their lives. By creating a safe and reliable environment, Emily encourages clients learn the tools needed to explore their internal world and set personal goals. She is described as a calm, relatable, and empowering counselor who focuses on the goals of each individual.
(419) 664-6460 View (419) 664-6460
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Joseph A Cirino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chesterland, OH 44026
I am comfortable working with Adults, Children and Adolescents with interpersonal, social, and emotional challenges, and clients with Autism and Learning Disabilities.
I believe in developing a strong therapeutic & trusting relationship where you can feel safe and valued. I'm trained in family system theory and understand the social, behavioral, emotional, and cognitive challenges many encounter. I use evidence-based modalities such as CBT, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Mindfulness, Talk Therapy, and the use of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) through The Institute For Creative Mindfulness, an approved EMDRIA training facility. I work hard to become your partner on a journey where you hold the flashlight and at times, direct your attention to illuminate the unseen.
I am comfortable working with Adults, Children and Adolescents with interpersonal, social, and emotional challenges, and clients with Autism and Learning Disabilities.
I believe in developing a strong therapeutic & trusting relationship where you can feel safe and valued. I'm trained in family system theory and understand the social, behavioral, emotional, and cognitive challenges many encounter. I use evidence-based modalities such as CBT, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Mindfulness, Talk Therapy, and the use of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) through The Institute For Creative Mindfulness, an approved EMDRIA training facility. I work hard to become your partner on a journey where you hold the flashlight and at times, direct your attention to illuminate the unseen.
(440) 294-8428 View (440) 294-8428
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Lauren Wargelin Reynolds
Psychologist, PhD, NCSP
Verified Verified
Dublin, OH 43017
I am passionate about evaluating children, adolescents, and young adults for neurodiversity, including giftedness, learning disabilities (including Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, and Dyscalculia), ADHD, intellectual disabilities, and Autism. I truly enjoy assessing individuals for possible twice exceptionality (both gifted and having a disability) and mild or atypical presentations of Autism, including Autism in females.
I am passionate about evaluating children, adolescents, and young adults for neurodiversity, including giftedness, learning disabilities (including Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, and Dyscalculia), ADHD, intellectual disabilities, and Autism. I truly enjoy assessing individuals for possible twice exceptionality (both gifted and having a disability) and mild or atypical presentations of Autism, including Autism in females.
(380) 205-2229 View (380) 205-2229
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Sophia Lynne Whitehouse
MA, EdS
Verified Verified
Powell, OH 43065
Mental health issues that affect learning, such as Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, poor social skills, behavioral issues, stress management, poor organization skills, learning disabilities, self-esteem issues, and poor "adulting" skills are the most critical issues I evaluate for and/or treat. My primary services are psychological testing/diagnosis and counseling. I accept clients ages 3+ but specialize in working with ages 12+.
Mental health issues that affect learning, such as Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, poor social skills, behavioral issues, stress management, poor organization skills, learning disabilities, self-esteem issues, and poor "adulting" skills are the most critical issues I evaluate for and/or treat. My primary services are psychological testing/diagnosis and counseling. I accept clients ages 3+ but specialize in working with ages 12+.
(614) 482-2757 View (614) 482-2757
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Resilient Children and Families
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43232
Hello and good day. My name is Dr. Mason and I am a child clinical psychologist. Parents and caregivers, if you have concerns related to your child's development in areas of cognition, language, learning, behavior, social, or emotional functioning, I am here to help. Examples may include problems with achieving early developmental milestones such as a child verbalizing his or her first words, difficulties with understanding and processing abstract information, or challenges with behavior and/or learning at school. I am here to assist you by offering assessment, testing, and treatment recommendations for your child and family.
Hello and good day. My name is Dr. Mason and I am a child clinical psychologist. Parents and caregivers, if you have concerns related to your child's development in areas of cognition, language, learning, behavior, social, or emotional functioning, I am here to help. Examples may include problems with achieving early developmental milestones such as a child verbalizing his or her first words, difficulties with understanding and processing abstract information, or challenges with behavior and/or learning at school. I am here to assist you by offering assessment, testing, and treatment recommendations for your child and family.
(614) 810-4019 View (614) 810-4019
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Christa Green
CET, BS-IS
Not Verified Not Verified
Lewis Center, OH 43035
Whether it's schooling online, via a hybrid model, or in-person learning.
Are you a student in grade 3 - college who wants to feel more confident, independent, and able to manage your school workload with more ease? I can't wait to tag team with you and help you rise to the potential you know you are capable of and help you thrive as a life-long learner. With Educational Therapy, I dive in with you to tackle learning difficulties from the roots up, going beyond tutoring and addressing any underlying cognitive or perceptual weaknesses - working memory, auditory & visual processing, executive function, and even self-regulation.
Whether it's schooling online, via a hybrid model, or in-person learning.
Are you a student in grade 3 - college who wants to feel more confident, independent, and able to manage your school workload with more ease? I can't wait to tag team with you and help you rise to the potential you know you are capable of and help you thrive as a life-long learner. With Educational Therapy, I dive in with you to tackle learning difficulties from the roots up, going beyond tutoring and addressing any underlying cognitive or perceptual weaknesses - working memory, auditory & visual processing, executive function, and even self-regulation.
(614) 350-6937 View (614) 350-6937
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Katie Kurivial
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toledo, OH 43615
Waitlist for new clients
Kurivial’s experience with educational and personality evaluations to assess for learning disabilities, ADHD, and emotional adjustment help her to be a resource and advocate to families.
Life is beautiful, and complicated. Therapy is a resource to assist you in navigating challenges you may encounter. It is an investment in your health and happiness that can help you reach your potential. As a licensed psychologist, Dr. Katie Kurivial offers a wide range of services, including work with individuals and families struggling with life changes, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, ADHD, school/work demands, and learning disabilities.
Kurivial’s experience with educational and personality evaluations to assess for learning disabilities, ADHD, and emotional adjustment help her to be a resource and advocate to families.
Life is beautiful, and complicated. Therapy is a resource to assist you in navigating challenges you may encounter. It is an investment in your health and happiness that can help you reach your potential. As a licensed psychologist, Dr. Katie Kurivial offers a wide range of services, including work with individuals and families struggling with life changes, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, ADHD, school/work demands, and learning disabilities.
(419) 780-6477 View (419) 780-6477
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Jennifer Jury
MSEd, CAGS, NCSP
Verified Verified
Westerville, OH 43081
I complete comprehensive evaluations to provide diagnostic clarity of learning disabilities (including dyslexia), Autism, ADHD, giftedness, and post-secondary needs.
Welcome! With over 20 years of experience, I'm dedicated to creating a partnership and understanding my clients’ needs at a deep level in order to find answers to concerns and unlock potential. If you’re looking for an atmosphere of warmth and acceptance, with reliable, efficient, transparent, and personalized services, you’ve come to the right place! I have a unique perspective and level of expertise by having worked in the schools and also privately.
I complete comprehensive evaluations to provide diagnostic clarity of learning disabilities (including dyslexia), Autism, ADHD, giftedness, and post-secondary needs.
Welcome! With over 20 years of experience, I'm dedicated to creating a partnership and understanding my clients’ needs at a deep level in order to find answers to concerns and unlock potential. If you’re looking for an atmosphere of warmth and acceptance, with reliable, efficient, transparent, and personalized services, you’ve come to the right place! I have a unique perspective and level of expertise by having worked in the schools and also privately.
(614) 683-3924 View (614) 683-3924
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Zaneb Mansha
Social Worker
Verified Verified
Dublin, OH 43017
I am a firm believer that learning is a lifelong process and you have the power to take control of your life now.
You’re feeling out of place, lost, or stuck. You often question your worth and purpose in life. You find yourself repeating the same patterns that are no longer serving you. If any of these statements resonated with you, then you’ve landed in the right place. I will work with you to explore your unique past, navigate any challenging emotions and experiences, and reconnect with your true and authentic self.
I am a firm believer that learning is a lifelong process and you have the power to take control of your life now.
You’re feeling out of place, lost, or stuck. You often question your worth and purpose in life. You find yourself repeating the same patterns that are no longer serving you. If any of these statements resonated with you, then you’ve landed in the right place. I will work with you to explore your unique past, navigate any challenging emotions and experiences, and reconnect with your true and authentic self.
(380) 600-9059 View (380) 600-9059
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Lisa R Palmison
Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Berea, OH 44017
If you are open to learning more about yourself and challenges you encounter, counseling may be one way to take care of yourself.
Virtual daytime openings! It is exciting to see clients achieving their wellness goals, improving relationships, work satisfaction, and increasing self-awareness and coping skills. If you have considered therapy as a way to improve your life, I would be happy to work with you! I am an EMDR therapist, and have experience working with clients who experience anxiety, panic disorder, depression, college transition, trauma, grief, and ADHD/executive function concerns. I enjoy exploring coping skills, resilience, career, parenting and work-life balance issues with my clients. I often use creative modalities and mindfulness in my practice.
If you are open to learning more about yourself and challenges you encounter, counseling may be one way to take care of yourself.
Virtual daytime openings! It is exciting to see clients achieving their wellness goals, improving relationships, work satisfaction, and increasing self-awareness and coping skills. If you have considered therapy as a way to improve your life, I would be happy to work with you! I am an EMDR therapist, and have experience working with clients who experience anxiety, panic disorder, depression, college transition, trauma, grief, and ADHD/executive function concerns. I enjoy exploring coping skills, resilience, career, parenting and work-life balance issues with my clients. I often use creative modalities and mindfulness in my practice.
(440) 271-8696 View (440) 271-8696
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Forward Path Counseling of Ohio
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LPC, LICDC, PsyD, MS, MBA
Verified Verified
Lima, OH 45801  (Online Only)
This is achieved by honoring the past, learning in the present, having the courage to move forward with openness, awareness of the situation, yourself, optimism and personal growth.
Accepting NEW Patients. OH & AZ. We believe you do not need to have a mental health diagnosis to benefit from counseling. Our Therapeutic Relationship will empower diverse individuals, families, and groups to accomplish your individual mental health, wellness, education, and/or career goals. We will work with potential patients on strategies to overcome obstacles and personal challenges that you are facing, no matter the area of your life. Its more important to move forward than to be perfect! We look forward to helping you on the Forward Path to Wellness.
This is achieved by honoring the past, learning in the present, having the courage to move forward with openness, awareness of the situation, yourself, optimism and personal growth.
Accepting NEW Patients. OH & AZ. We believe you do not need to have a mental health diagnosis to benefit from counseling. Our Therapeutic Relationship will empower diverse individuals, families, and groups to accomplish your individual mental health, wellness, education, and/or career goals. We will work with potential patients on strategies to overcome obstacles and personal challenges that you are facing, no matter the area of your life. Its more important to move forward than to be perfect! We look forward to helping you on the Forward Path to Wellness.
(614) 300-0275 View (614) 300-0275
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Catie Hodgson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hudson, OH 44236
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with young adults and adults. I am passionate about working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, learning disabilities, self-esteem/body image, and other mental health concerns. During my work with clients, I use a trauma-informed approach that is rooted in acceptance and meeting the client where they are at in the present moment. I believe in a collaborative method where I work side by side with my client to set goals for therapy and identify coping skills that draw from their own unique personal strengths.
I specialize in working with young adults and adults. I am passionate about working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, learning disabilities, self-esteem/body image, and other mental health concerns. During my work with clients, I use a trauma-informed approach that is rooted in acceptance and meeting the client where they are at in the present moment. I believe in a collaborative method where I work side by side with my client to set goals for therapy and identify coping skills that draw from their own unique personal strengths.
(234) 595-3027 View (234) 595-3027
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Adina Bloom Lewkowicz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSA, LISW
Verified Verified
South Euclid, OH 44121  (Online Only)
I am also the author of "Teaching Emotional Intelligence" (Skyhorse, 2016) and have expertise in social-emotional learning.
As a fellow traveler on the journey of life with a helpful background and expertise, I offer support, opportunities for increased self-awareness and paths to transformation. I provide a mirror to more closely examine and refine our life journeys, increasing happiness, self-confidence and enjoyable relationships
I am also the author of "Teaching Emotional Intelligence" (Skyhorse, 2016) and have expertise in social-emotional learning.
As a fellow traveler on the journey of life with a helpful background and expertise, I offer support, opportunities for increased self-awareness and paths to transformation. I provide a mirror to more closely examine and refine our life journeys, increasing happiness, self-confidence and enjoyable relationships
(216) 859-0537 View (216) 859-0537
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Haley Dunn
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Hudson, OH 44236
I also work with individuals experiencing anxiety, learning disabilities and ADHD; helping improve self-esteem and executive functioning skills.
When things aren’t right and you don’t know what to do, it can be comforting to know that it doesn’t have to stay that way. When you are overwhelmed it can be hard to make day to day decisions let alone navigate the big picture. Whether you are struggling with anxiety or grief, going through a major life transition or loss, or simply wanting to feel like yourself again, I am here to be with you through that process.
I also work with individuals experiencing anxiety, learning disabilities and ADHD; helping improve self-esteem and executive functioning skills.
When things aren’t right and you don’t know what to do, it can be comforting to know that it doesn’t have to stay that way. When you are overwhelmed it can be hard to make day to day decisions let alone navigate the big picture. Whether you are struggling with anxiety or grief, going through a major life transition or loss, or simply wanting to feel like yourself again, I am here to be with you through that process.
(216) 400-9615 View (216) 400-9615
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Psychological Services Center, BGSU
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Bowling Green, OH 43403
Waitlist for new clients
Clinicians provide an array of psychological assessments including those for learning difficulties, behavioral and attention disorders, and cognitive strengths or limitations.
Bowling Green State University's Psychological Services Center (PSC) offers a broad range of mental health services to the NW Ohio community. Our staff of approximately 40 doctoral students in Clinical Psychology work under the close supervision of licensed psychologists who are BGSU faculty or adjunct faculty. Services are offered to individuals, couples, and families. The PSC embraces diversity and welcomes clients of any age, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, and/or disability status. All services are confidential.
Clinicians provide an array of psychological assessments including those for learning difficulties, behavioral and attention disorders, and cognitive strengths or limitations.
Bowling Green State University's Psychological Services Center (PSC) offers a broad range of mental health services to the NW Ohio community. Our staff of approximately 40 doctoral students in Clinical Psychology work under the close supervision of licensed psychologists who are BGSU faculty or adjunct faculty. Services are offered to individuals, couples, and families. The PSC embraces diversity and welcomes clients of any age, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, and/or disability status. All services are confidential.
(567) 212-2575 View (567) 212-2575
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Dixie Hu
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43210
My style of therapy offers not only listening, but also proactive guidance, skills, challenges to explore or experiment, and above all learning about you and your patterns.
If you’re reading this, I congratulate you on your courage and determination to seek help. Authenticity, self-alliance, and curious exploration are the core themes of my therapy. I view well-being holistically from a biopsychosocial-spiritual lens, i.e. your early life upbringing, biology, social relationships, stressful life events, demographics (e.g. culture), conscious and subconscious thought patterns, emotional skills, and society all influence your mental health. In practice, I blend empirically supported treatments with energy / spiritual work and social justice informed by 10 years of training and practice.
My style of therapy offers not only listening, but also proactive guidance, skills, challenges to explore or experiment, and above all learning about you and your patterns.
If you’re reading this, I congratulate you on your courage and determination to seek help. Authenticity, self-alliance, and curious exploration are the core themes of my therapy. I view well-being holistically from a biopsychosocial-spiritual lens, i.e. your early life upbringing, biology, social relationships, stressful life events, demographics (e.g. culture), conscious and subconscious thought patterns, emotional skills, and society all influence your mental health. In practice, I blend empirically supported treatments with energy / spiritual work and social justice informed by 10 years of training and practice.
(614) 683-3035 View (614) 683-3035
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.