Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in Waldwick, NJ
Valery Fradkov
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ScD
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
You don’t need to be “sick” to seek help. Dealing with conflicts at home or work, divorce, bereavement, and parenting difficulties can feel stifling and inescapable – and cause anxiety, guilt, anger, emotional distress, or addictive behaviors. Therapy is not just about managing symptoms, but about getting to the root of your unique challenges. Our goal is to find the hidden purpose behind your patterns and look – through Sherlock Holmes–style detective work – for healthier ways to meet this purpose. We provide steady emotional support to reduce distress and build skills – for clear relief now and durable change you can sustain.
You don’t need to be “sick” to seek help. Dealing with conflicts at home or work, divorce, bereavement, and parenting difficulties can feel stifling and inescapable – and cause anxiety, guilt, anger, emotional distress, or addictive behaviors. Therapy is not just about managing symptoms, but about getting to the root of your unique challenges. Our goal is to find the hidden purpose behind your patterns and look – through Sherlock Holmes–style detective work – for healthier ways to meet this purpose. We provide steady emotional support to reduce distress and build skills – for clear relief now and durable change you can sustain.
With over 20 years of experience in school settings and 17 years in private practice, I bring a deep understanding of both the emotional and educational challenges families face.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by your child’s anxiety, or unsure how to help?
When anxiety starts affecting school, behavior, or family life, it can leave everyone feeling stuck and exhausted. You may have tried different approaches, but nothing seems to create lasting change. You’re not alone, and effective help is available.
With over 20 years of experience in school settings and 17 years in private practice, I bring a deep understanding of both the emotional and educational challenges families face.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by your child’s anxiety, or unsure how to help?
When anxiety starts affecting school, behavior, or family life, it can leave everyone feeling stuck and exhausted. You may have tried different approaches, but nothing seems to create lasting change. You’re not alone, and effective help is available.
Edlira is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with many years of experience in working with a variety of client populations in several different treatment settings. Edlira has worked in a variety of mental health settings, including Partial hospitalization Programs (PHP), crisis intervention, group therapy, and community-based settings. She has experience working with children, families and adults using a variety of therapeutic modalities and interventions and tailors her approach to meet the needs of her clients. Edlira is a graduate of Rutgers University with a Master’s degree in Social Work.
Edlira is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with many years of experience in working with a variety of client populations in several different treatment settings. Edlira has worked in a variety of mental health settings, including Partial hospitalization Programs (PHP), crisis intervention, group therapy, and community-based settings. She has experience working with children, families and adults using a variety of therapeutic modalities and interventions and tailors her approach to meet the needs of her clients. Edlira is a graduate of Rutgers University with a Master’s degree in Social Work.
Does your child or teen seem anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected — especially during school changes or big life shifts? You're not alone. As a school social worker for over a decade, I work with children, teens, and student-athletes navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, school transitions, and behavioral challenges — including kids with IEPs and 504 plans, and the families who support them.
Does your child or teen seem anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected — especially during school changes or big life shifts? You're not alone. As a school social worker for over a decade, I work with children, teens, and student-athletes navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, school transitions, and behavioral challenges — including kids with IEPs and 504 plans, and the families who support them.
Welcome, and congratulations on taking your first step toward seeking support. Reaching out can feel daunting, but you’re already doing something incredibly important for yourself. My name is Sydney, and my goal is to provide a comfortable, compassionate environment where you feel safe to explore your experiences and work through challenges—both anticipated and unexpected. I have experience working with individuals across the lifespan; however, I primarily work with adolescents in my role as a Student Assistance Counselor within the Bergen County Technical Schools.
Welcome, and congratulations on taking your first step toward seeking support. Reaching out can feel daunting, but you’re already doing something incredibly important for yourself. My name is Sydney, and my goal is to provide a comfortable, compassionate environment where you feel safe to explore your experiences and work through challenges—both anticipated and unexpected. I have experience working with individuals across the lifespan; however, I primarily work with adolescents in my role as a Student Assistance Counselor within the Bergen County Technical Schools.
My belief is that therapy is a collaborative process in which both myself and the client must work together for long lasting results. I believe in the importance of addressing individual needs and strengths throughout the treatment process. I have experience in using play therapy as well as behavioral and cognitive approaches to help children as young as five years old to grow and heal. I work together with parents to help them better understand and relate to their children's emotional needs and promote positive behavioral change.
My belief is that therapy is a collaborative process in which both myself and the client must work together for long lasting results. I believe in the importance of addressing individual needs and strengths throughout the treatment process. I have experience in using play therapy as well as behavioral and cognitive approaches to help children as young as five years old to grow and heal. I work together with parents to help them better understand and relate to their children's emotional needs and promote positive behavioral change.
Jillian Monico is a highly skilled and compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New Jersey. With a wealth of experience in the field, she specializes in working with children, adolescents, and young adults. Jillian’s professional background includes working as a school social worker, where she provides therapy to students and is an integral part of the Child Study Team in a middle school/ high school setting.
Jillian Monico is a highly skilled and compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New Jersey. With a wealth of experience in the field, she specializes in working with children, adolescents, and young adults. Jillian’s professional background includes working as a school social worker, where she provides therapy to students and is an integral part of the Child Study Team in a middle school/ high school setting.
Some of the best therapy happens with the young people who swore they'd never talk to a therapist. I specialize in connecting with teens, college students, and young adults who are skeptical, guarded, or just not sure where to start — helping them navigate anxiety, ADHD, academic stress, social pressure, low motivation, and the big transitions that come with growing up. My style is direct, supportive, and relatable, which helps young people feel less judged and more willing to actually open up.
Some of the best therapy happens with the young people who swore they'd never talk to a therapist. I specialize in connecting with teens, college students, and young adults who are skeptical, guarded, or just not sure where to start — helping them navigate anxiety, ADHD, academic stress, social pressure, low motivation, and the big transitions that come with growing up. My style is direct, supportive, and relatable, which helps young people feel less judged and more willing to actually open up.
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With this season of transformation, you deserve space to slow down, reconnect, and build the calm, strength, and resilience needed to move forward with confidence. Therapy can be a supportive place to explore challenges, develop insight, and evolve into the next version of yourself—or support your child or family through that process.
I bring nearly twenty years of experience as a School Social Worker and over thirteen years as a Clinical Social Worker, working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families.
With this season of transformation, you deserve space to slow down, reconnect, and build the calm, strength, and resilience needed to move forward with confidence. Therapy can be a supportive place to explore challenges, develop insight, and evolve into the next version of yourself—or support your child or family through that process.
I bring nearly twenty years of experience as a School Social Worker and over thirteen years as a Clinical Social Worker, working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families.
This includes clients looking better to understand their mental health or their learning style.
Following your psychological assessment and testing, we then create a plan to
support you and move forward with success.
This includes clients looking better to understand their mental health or their learning style.
Following your psychological assessment and testing, we then create a plan to
support you and move forward with success.
I offer services for psycho- educational and psychological evaluations for but not limited to: ADHD, autism, dyslexia, learning disabilities,
Highly skilled licensed clinical psychologist and certified school psychologist with 25 +
years of experience. Expertise in psychological assessments and counseling specializing in learning disorders, dyslexia assessment, mood disorders and neurodivergent disorders.
I offer services for psycho- educational and psychological evaluations for but not limited to: ADHD, autism, dyslexia, learning disabilities,
Highly skilled licensed clinical psychologist and certified school psychologist with 25 +
years of experience. Expertise in psychological assessments and counseling specializing in learning disorders, dyslexia assessment, mood disorders and neurodivergent disorders.
Services Include: *Play Therapy *Individual Psychotherapy *Group Psychotherapy *Executive Skills Coaching *Cognitive Remediation *Neuropsychological Evaluations * Educational & Psychoeducational Evaluation *Psychological Evaluations *School Consultations *Independent Evaluations (We do not accept Insurance at this time.
Our Center offers a variety of therapeutic services in an ethical, nurturing, and supportive manner
Services Include: *Play Therapy *Individual Psychotherapy *Group Psychotherapy *Executive Skills Coaching *Cognitive Remediation *Neuropsychological Evaluations * Educational & Psychoeducational Evaluation *Psychological Evaluations *School Consultations *Independent Evaluations (We do not accept Insurance at this time.
Our Center offers a variety of therapeutic services in an ethical, nurturing, and supportive manner
My areas of specialty include assessing for learning disabilities, ADD/ADHD, high functioning autism, social-emotional disorders, as well as ADHD therapy.
By obtaining a diagnosis of a school related difficulty, and/or receiving ADHD therapy, I can offer empirically supported interventions that can assist an individual in reaching their potential. The comprehensive report that accompanies the evaluation can also potentially be used to inform an IEP, 504 plan, and/or standardized testing accommodations.
My areas of specialty include assessing for learning disabilities, ADD/ADHD, high functioning autism, social-emotional disorders, as well as ADHD therapy.
By obtaining a diagnosis of a school related difficulty, and/or receiving ADHD therapy, I can offer empirically supported interventions that can assist an individual in reaching their potential. The comprehensive report that accompanies the evaluation can also potentially be used to inform an IEP, 504 plan, and/or standardized testing accommodations.
I use a therapeutic and evidence-based assessment approach for ADHD, learning disorders, giftedness and autism spectrum disorders; changes in the brain caused by concussions, neurological and emotional issues.
I have 20+ years of professional experience and teaching in neuropsychology, the gold standard for diagnosis. I specialize in the assessment of children, adolescents, adults experiencing emotional and cognitive challenges. We make recommendations for accommodations and provide expert testimony in court when needed.
I use a therapeutic and evidence-based assessment approach for ADHD, learning disorders, giftedness and autism spectrum disorders; changes in the brain caused by concussions, neurological and emotional issues.
I have 20+ years of professional experience and teaching in neuropsychology, the gold standard for diagnosis. I specialize in the assessment of children, adolescents, adults experiencing emotional and cognitive challenges. We make recommendations for accommodations and provide expert testimony in court when needed.
Hi! I am Andrea E. Gonzalez, MA, BCBA. I am the owner and BCBA of AG Behavioral Services LLC. I started my practice in 2016 in Ridgefield, NJ. We work with children and adolescents who have autism. AG Behavioral Services is maximizing the potential of children with autism today and transforming the nature of autism for future generations.
Hi! I am Andrea E. Gonzalez, MA, BCBA. I am the owner and BCBA of AG Behavioral Services LLC. I started my practice in 2016 in Ridgefield, NJ. We work with children and adolescents who have autism. AG Behavioral Services is maximizing the potential of children with autism today and transforming the nature of autism for future generations.
I also bring an understanding of NVLD (Nonverbal Learning Disorder).
Do you identify as neurodivergent and feel misunderstood in your relationships, social, and professional life? I understand the emotional impact of what you're going through daily. As a bi-lingual coach and psychotherapist, I provide you with concrete strategies for communicating with your partner and achieving professional and social success! I look forward to hearing from you if you think we could be a good fit!
I also bring an understanding of NVLD (Nonverbal Learning Disorder).
Do you identify as neurodivergent and feel misunderstood in your relationships, social, and professional life? I understand the emotional impact of what you're going through daily. As a bi-lingual coach and psychotherapist, I provide you with concrete strategies for communicating with your partner and achieving professional and social success! I look forward to hearing from you if you think we could be a good fit!
I offer comprehensive psychological, psycho- educational, and neuropsychological evaluations, which can provide insight into an individual's cognitive, academic, emotional, as well as interpersonal functioning.
I am a licensed psychologist, specializing in the treatment and diagnostic evaluation of individuals aged 2 and older. As a mother to a child with a developmental delay, I can truly appreciate first-hand the many joys and challenges that each family may experience when raising a child with special needs. Through positive framing and honest discussion, I strive to work closely with each person and/or their families to strengthen areas of concern. As needed, I've also consulted with schools to develop comprehension plans to better ensure a child's academic and socio-emotional success.
I offer comprehensive psychological, psycho- educational, and neuropsychological evaluations, which can provide insight into an individual's cognitive, academic, emotional, as well as interpersonal functioning.
I am a licensed psychologist, specializing in the treatment and diagnostic evaluation of individuals aged 2 and older. As a mother to a child with a developmental delay, I can truly appreciate first-hand the many joys and challenges that each family may experience when raising a child with special needs. Through positive framing and honest discussion, I strive to work closely with each person and/or their families to strengthen areas of concern. As needed, I've also consulted with schools to develop comprehension plans to better ensure a child's academic and socio-emotional success.
I work with children ages 4 through 21 who demonstrate a range of neurodevelopmental (e.g., ADHD, learning disabilities, language disorders, etc.), psychiatric (e.g., anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, etc.), or medical concerns (e.g., diabetes, congenital heart defects, neurofibromatosis, childhood cancers, etc.).
My approach to assessment stems from my training in child development, brain-behavior relationships, neurodevelopmental disorders, pediatric psychology, and child/adolescent mental health. I completed a Pediatric Neuropsychology Fellowship at NYU Langone Child Study Center and a Pediatric Neuropsychology Internship at The University of Chicago.
I work with children ages 4 through 21 who demonstrate a range of neurodevelopmental (e.g., ADHD, learning disabilities, language disorders, etc.), psychiatric (e.g., anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, etc.), or medical concerns (e.g., diabetes, congenital heart defects, neurofibromatosis, childhood cancers, etc.).
My approach to assessment stems from my training in child development, brain-behavior relationships, neurodevelopmental disorders, pediatric psychology, and child/adolescent mental health. I completed a Pediatric Neuropsychology Fellowship at NYU Langone Child Study Center and a Pediatric Neuropsychology Internship at The University of Chicago.
Call me and after our conversation you make the judgment. I have been in private practice since 1981 and I have worked for the public schools as a psychologist for over 30 years. My orientation is cognitive behavioral and I have also been trained in psychoanalytic psychotherapy.
Call me and after our conversation you make the judgment. I have been in private practice since 1981 and I have worked for the public schools as a psychologist for over 30 years. My orientation is cognitive behavioral and I have also been trained in psychoanalytic psychotherapy.
You are used to showing up for others—but anxiety, past experiences, or constant pressure can start to weigh you down. I support high-functioning individuals, including athletes, performers, and scholars, who want help managing stress, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm. I also use EMDR to help people feel calmer, more focused, and more confident when it matters most. We don't just talk about what's wrong but actively engage in methods to change habits and find solutions.
You are used to showing up for others—but anxiety, past experiences, or constant pressure can start to weigh you down. I support high-functioning individuals, including athletes, performers, and scholars, who want help managing stress, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm. I also use EMDR to help people feel calmer, more focused, and more confident when it matters most. We don't just talk about what's wrong but actively engage in methods to change habits and find solutions.
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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.