Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in China Spring, TX
In addition to counseling, I also provide ADHD, IQ, and learning disability testing for college students and adults of all ages.
Your concerns are important to me. My priority is to help you overcome the challenges that you face so that you can achieve the happiness you desire. I provide a safe and confidential environment that will allow you to work through your concerns at your own pace. It will be my privilege to be a part of your growth and healing.
In addition to counseling, I also provide ADHD, IQ, and learning disability testing for college students and adults of all ages.
Your concerns are important to me. My priority is to help you overcome the challenges that you face so that you can achieve the happiness you desire. I provide a safe and confidential environment that will allow you to work through your concerns at your own pace. It will be my privilege to be a part of your growth and healing.
My goal is for each client that steps in my door to feel seen and heard. My greatest joy in life is helping my clients work through life's challenges with dignity and hope. My experience with young people includes the areas of anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, self harm, relational challenges, academic struggles, grief, and family transitions. My work with adults includes trauma, burnout, relationship issues, aging parents, grief, OCD, family transitions, self-esteem, stress, and anxiety. My goal is to help you find relief and hope. Together we will set goals and work towards shaping your life into what you desire it to be!
My goal is for each client that steps in my door to feel seen and heard. My greatest joy in life is helping my clients work through life's challenges with dignity and hope. My experience with young people includes the areas of anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, self harm, relational challenges, academic struggles, grief, and family transitions. My work with adults includes trauma, burnout, relationship issues, aging parents, grief, OCD, family transitions, self-esteem, stress, and anxiety. My goal is to help you find relief and hope. Together we will set goals and work towards shaping your life into what you desire it to be!
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Hi there! I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a proud Waco native with a heart for serving this incredible community. Life experiences, past or present, can leave us feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure of ourselves. Whether you are seeking to heal from trauma or simply want to explore your identity and personal growth, therapy provides a safe and supportive space for that journey.
Hi there! I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a proud Waco native with a heart for serving this incredible community. Life experiences, past or present, can leave us feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure of ourselves. Whether you are seeking to heal from trauma or simply want to explore your identity and personal growth, therapy provides a safe and supportive space for that journey.
I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Psychological evaluations / assessments can be utilized to determine eligibility for specific services or accommodations in school or the workplace. They may also be required by a court order or in legal/forensic cases. Also, a psychological evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Psychological evaluations / assessments can be utilized to determine eligibility for specific services or accommodations in school or the workplace. They may also be required by a court order or in legal/forensic cases. Also, a psychological evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
Feeling depressed, anxious, or burned out? Coping with loss, healing from a breakup or searching for your life's purpose? You don't have to figure it all out alone. Therapy offers a place to slow down, make sense of what's happening beneath the surface, and reconnect with yourself.
My goal is to provide a supportive, collaborative space where you can show as you are. We slow things down and gently figure out what is happening underneath the anxiety, conflict, or emotional shutdown. Often there are patterns, old wounds, or relationship dynamics you’ve been carrying for years without realizing how much they’ve been affecting you.
Feeling depressed, anxious, or burned out? Coping with loss, healing from a breakup or searching for your life's purpose? You don't have to figure it all out alone. Therapy offers a place to slow down, make sense of what's happening beneath the surface, and reconnect with yourself.
My goal is to provide a supportive, collaborative space where you can show as you are. We slow things down and gently figure out what is happening underneath the anxiety, conflict, or emotional shutdown. Often there are patterns, old wounds, or relationship dynamics you’ve been carrying for years without realizing how much they’ve been affecting you.
Healing: less mental health symptoms + better quality of life. Do you struggle with the exhausting effects of trauma, overwhelming chronic health stressors, or the loss of a sense of self which impacts everything from your relationships to your motivation? Do you feel overwhelmed and frozen by depression, grief, anxiety, or the pain & weight of your experiences? Do you question that your mental health symptoms and/or quality of life could ever get better? Now more than ever, people are feeling discouraged and alone in their pain. At Rise we believe every person should find healing and have support in rising from life's challenges.
Healing: less mental health symptoms + better quality of life. Do you struggle with the exhausting effects of trauma, overwhelming chronic health stressors, or the loss of a sense of self which impacts everything from your relationships to your motivation? Do you feel overwhelmed and frozen by depression, grief, anxiety, or the pain & weight of your experiences? Do you question that your mental health symptoms and/or quality of life could ever get better? Now more than ever, people are feeling discouraged and alone in their pain. At Rise we believe every person should find healing and have support in rising from life's challenges.
Hello, my name is Elsie Peña, and I feel honored you have chosen me to meet you here in this moment of life where you find yourself in currently. I am an LPC licensed in the state of Texas, I am passionate about guiding individuals and families toward mental, emotional, behavioral, spiritual, and relational well-being. I specialize in culturally appropriate counseling, with a focus on addressing mental health challenges related to immigration stress, acculturation difficulties, discrimination, grief, intergenerational family conflict, suicide, depression, and life transitions.
Hello, my name is Elsie Peña, and I feel honored you have chosen me to meet you here in this moment of life where you find yourself in currently. I am an LPC licensed in the state of Texas, I am passionate about guiding individuals and families toward mental, emotional, behavioral, spiritual, and relational well-being. I specialize in culturally appropriate counseling, with a focus on addressing mental health challenges related to immigration stress, acculturation difficulties, discrimination, grief, intergenerational family conflict, suicide, depression, and life transitions.
As a clinician, I aim to support a diverse client base, including the LGBTQ+ community, women, and individuals with ADHD. My clients often face unique challenges such as discrimination and managing ADHD symptoms. They seek empathy, understanding, and effective coping strategies to foster self-acceptance, healthy relationships, and personal empowerment. My role is to provide a supportive, inclusive space that encourages all clients to thrive in their personal and professional lives. I focus on building resilience, enhancing communication skills, and promoting overall mental well-being for everyone seeking help.
As a clinician, I aim to support a diverse client base, including the LGBTQ+ community, women, and individuals with ADHD. My clients often face unique challenges such as discrimination and managing ADHD symptoms. They seek empathy, understanding, and effective coping strategies to foster self-acceptance, healthy relationships, and personal empowerment. My role is to provide a supportive, inclusive space that encourages all clients to thrive in their personal and professional lives. I focus on building resilience, enhancing communication skills, and promoting overall mental well-being for everyone seeking help.
A typical treatment plan may involve learning coping skills to manage symptoms as well as behavior modification suggestions.
Sometimes, you just need to talk to someone who will listen. I am a good listener. I can often point out inconsistencies in your words and your actions. We can find coping skills that work. We can strategize change. I can help families seek educational evaluations that lead to their children with uncontrollable behaviors qualify for Special Education Services. I can help youth with ADHD find strategies to help them remain on task & reduce disruptive behaviors. I can help teens learn social skills & anxiety coping skills while reducing/eliminating self-harm. I can help adults work through anxiety, depression, grief and loss.
A typical treatment plan may involve learning coping skills to manage symptoms as well as behavior modification suggestions.
Sometimes, you just need to talk to someone who will listen. I am a good listener. I can often point out inconsistencies in your words and your actions. We can find coping skills that work. We can strategize change. I can help families seek educational evaluations that lead to their children with uncontrollable behaviors qualify for Special Education Services. I can help youth with ADHD find strategies to help them remain on task & reduce disruptive behaviors. I can help teens learn social skills & anxiety coping skills while reducing/eliminating self-harm. I can help adults work through anxiety, depression, grief and loss.
“The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination.” Carl Rogers “To my mind, empathy is in itself a healing agent. It is one of the most potent aspects of therapy because it releases, it confirms, it brings even the most frightened client into the human race. If a person is understood, s/he belongs.” Carl Rogers
“The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination.” Carl Rogers “To my mind, empathy is in itself a healing agent. It is one of the most potent aspects of therapy because it releases, it confirms, it brings even the most frightened client into the human race. If a person is understood, s/he belongs.” Carl Rogers
Are you concerned about your teen's self-esteem, family relationships, communication difficulties, feelings of disconnection, or struggles with emotions? As a licensed professional counselor with expertise in child development, over 24 years of experience working with children and adolescents and as a mother of three grown sons, I bring a deep understanding of the challenges parents face when seeking counseling services and the evolving struggles of our children in today’s world.
Are you concerned about your teen's self-esteem, family relationships, communication difficulties, feelings of disconnection, or struggles with emotions? As a licensed professional counselor with expertise in child development, over 24 years of experience working with children and adolescents and as a mother of three grown sons, I bring a deep understanding of the challenges parents face when seeking counseling services and the evolving struggles of our children in today’s world.
I aim to assist clients in improving symptoms related to anxiety disorders, depression, suicidal ideations, grief, family and relationship issues, personality disorders, career concerns, school concerns, fear of death and dying in elderly clients, stress management relating to school, trauma history, domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex education. My goal is to develop a treatment plan for the client to reach their goals to improve their interpersonal relationships, self-love, emotional language, communication skills, and more.
I aim to assist clients in improving symptoms related to anxiety disorders, depression, suicidal ideations, grief, family and relationship issues, personality disorders, career concerns, school concerns, fear of death and dying in elderly clients, stress management relating to school, trauma history, domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex education. My goal is to develop a treatment plan for the client to reach their goals to improve their interpersonal relationships, self-love, emotional language, communication skills, and more.
My experience includes working with teenagers, young adults, and adults who are dealing with trauma, grief, relational issues, adjusting to life crises, life transitions or just wanting to create a productive positive environment for themselves. It is important for everyone to have a safe, non-judgmental space in which they can explore who they are and not only envision but work on getting towards where they would like to be.
My experience includes working with teenagers, young adults, and adults who are dealing with trauma, grief, relational issues, adjusting to life crises, life transitions or just wanting to create a productive positive environment for themselves. It is important for everyone to have a safe, non-judgmental space in which they can explore who they are and not only envision but work on getting towards where they would like to be.
Firefly Counseling and Consulting - Amanda Jackson
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
1 Endorsed
Waco, TX 76712
My name is Amanda Jackson, though most people call me Mandy. As a former special education teacher with experience supporting first responders through peer programs, I understand the unique challenges of high-stress, high-responsibility roles. My journey from education to counseling was inspired by a deep commitment to support those who give so much of themselves-educators balancing constant demands, students striving to meet expectations, and all navigating first responder life. Whether someone is coping with stress, burnout, trauma, depression, or anxiety, I help clients develop practical tools to strengthen emotional well-being.
My name is Amanda Jackson, though most people call me Mandy. As a former special education teacher with experience supporting first responders through peer programs, I understand the unique challenges of high-stress, high-responsibility roles. My journey from education to counseling was inspired by a deep commitment to support those who give so much of themselves-educators balancing constant demands, students striving to meet expectations, and all navigating first responder life. Whether someone is coping with stress, burnout, trauma, depression, or anxiety, I help clients develop practical tools to strengthen emotional well-being.
Are you a professional, educator and/or student who feels like you’re frequently pouring from an empty cup? Perhaps you’re navigating the heavy weight of burnout or feeling the strain of "perfection" in your career and relationships. I specialize in helping women, particularly those in the public school system and high-pressure roles, manage the anxiety and exhaustion that comes with high expectations. You don't have to carry the mental load alone. I’m here to help you move from feeling overwhelmed to feeling grounded, resilient, and back in control of your own narrative.
Are you a professional, educator and/or student who feels like you’re frequently pouring from an empty cup? Perhaps you’re navigating the heavy weight of burnout or feeling the strain of "perfection" in your career and relationships. I specialize in helping women, particularly those in the public school system and high-pressure roles, manage the anxiety and exhaustion that comes with high expectations. You don't have to carry the mental load alone. I’m here to help you move from feeling overwhelmed to feeling grounded, resilient, and back in control of your own narrative.
I work with children, teens, and adult women (ages 3+) and specialize in trauma, anxiety, ADHD, behavior issues, and life transitions. I am a Registered Play Therapist(TM) and am trained in EMDR, TF-CBT, and sand therapy. I bring compassion to the counseling space and will walk alongside you during this season.
I bring 17 years of experience in education as a school counselor, behavior specialist, and special education teacher into my career as a professional counselor as we focus on your therapeutic goals. I am passionate about helping clients make meaning of their experiences. Reach out and we can begin the work together.
I work with children, teens, and adult women (ages 3+) and specialize in trauma, anxiety, ADHD, behavior issues, and life transitions. I am a Registered Play Therapist(TM) and am trained in EMDR, TF-CBT, and sand therapy. I bring compassion to the counseling space and will walk alongside you during this season.
I bring 17 years of experience in education as a school counselor, behavior specialist, and special education teacher into my career as a professional counselor as we focus on your therapeutic goals. I am passionate about helping clients make meaning of their experiences. Reach out and we can begin the work together.
Hi! I'm Taylor and I'm glad you're here. Under the supervision of Ashton Jimenez, MS, LPC-S, I work with children, adolescents, and families who are navigating trauma, ADHD, or major life transitions. Many of my clients feel emotionally exhausted, easily overwhelmed, or stuck in survival mode—unsure how to move forward but ready for change. They want a space to feel safe, understood, and supported as they build healthier relationships, learn practical coping tools, and begin healing with purpose and direction.
Hi! I'm Taylor and I'm glad you're here. Under the supervision of Ashton Jimenez, MS, LPC-S, I work with children, adolescents, and families who are navigating trauma, ADHD, or major life transitions. Many of my clients feel emotionally exhausted, easily overwhelmed, or stuck in survival mode—unsure how to move forward but ready for change. They want a space to feel safe, understood, and supported as they build healthier relationships, learn practical coping tools, and begin healing with purpose and direction.
Teen & Adult Therapist: Mindy Bell, MS, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
2 Endorsed
Waco, TX 76712
Have you ever found yourself thinking, "Wow! I am really in over my head right now." or "Shouldn't I be able to figure this out?" What about questioning how others seem to manage while you feel like you're falling apart? I want to assure you that you're not alone in these thoughts and feelings. It's possible to find peace and confidence in yourself, even during challenging situations or crises, and to feel confident knowing you'll know what to do when difficult emotions and situations arise. Sometimes counseling can provide a little extra support to help you truly feel equipped to handle what life is throwing at you right now.
Have you ever found yourself thinking, "Wow! I am really in over my head right now." or "Shouldn't I be able to figure this out?" What about questioning how others seem to manage while you feel like you're falling apart? I want to assure you that you're not alone in these thoughts and feelings. It's possible to find peace and confidence in yourself, even during challenging situations or crises, and to feel confident knowing you'll know what to do when difficult emotions and situations arise. Sometimes counseling can provide a little extra support to help you truly feel equipped to handle what life is throwing at you right now.
Kristin Leigh Tindell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, BCBA-D, LBA
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in creative therapy that meets clients where they are based on issues, needs and goals. I believe in involving clients in their own therapeutic process and building on their strengths to address challenges they may be having. I believe that, through safe, connected relationship, we can work together to tackle any issue.
I specialize in creative therapy that meets clients where they are based on issues, needs and goals. I believe in involving clients in their own therapeutic process and building on their strengths to address challenges they may be having. I believe that, through safe, connected relationship, we can work together to tackle any issue.
Welcome! Needing some extra care, connection, perspective, and resources at times in our lives is part of the human condition, and therapy can be one of the best places to find that support. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist with 20 years of experience working with a wide range of ages and stages.
Whether I’m on the floor playing with a child, helping a teen find her confidence, or supporting women juggling it ALL, my goal is to create a space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered.
Welcome! Needing some extra care, connection, perspective, and resources at times in our lives is part of the human condition, and therapy can be one of the best places to find that support. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist with 20 years of experience working with a wide range of ages and stages.
Whether I’m on the floor playing with a child, helping a teen find her confidence, or supporting women juggling it ALL, my goal is to create a space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered.
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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.