Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA
With a Master’s and Education Specialist degree in School Psychology, I specialize in testing for ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Giftedness, IEP and 504 Plans, special needs, autism, trauma, depression, anxiety, self esteem issues, and more.
Are you looking for top-notch psycho-educational evaluations with no long wait time? As a psychologist on The Mind Center's team, I understand the challenges you face when navigating your child's academic and emotional needs. My services are designed to pinpoint your child's strengths and areas of improvement. The mission? To team up with parents, their kids, and schools, creating a dynamic trio that supports every child in becoming their own hero with tailored intervention strategies. Through testing, challenges can turn into triumphs, and question marks into exclamation points. My approach is evidence-based and action-oriented.
With a Master’s and Education Specialist degree in School Psychology, I specialize in testing for ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Giftedness, IEP and 504 Plans, special needs, autism, trauma, depression, anxiety, self esteem issues, and more.
Are you looking for top-notch psycho-educational evaluations with no long wait time? As a psychologist on The Mind Center's team, I understand the challenges you face when navigating your child's academic and emotional needs. My services are designed to pinpoint your child's strengths and areas of improvement. The mission? To team up with parents, their kids, and schools, creating a dynamic trio that supports every child in becoming their own hero with tailored intervention strategies. Through testing, challenges can turn into triumphs, and question marks into exclamation points. My approach is evidence-based and action-oriented.
I apply the principles of affective neuroscience to help high-achieving professionals navigate complex emotional landscapes. As a Clinical Fellow of the Neuropsychoanalysis Association and a researcher, I offer a specialized approach that moves beyond reductive "cookie-cutter" treatments and saccharine AI advice. I focus on deep human connection and clinical accuracy, aiming to help you reach stable results, growth, and emotional freedom.
I apply the principles of affective neuroscience to help high-achieving professionals navigate complex emotional landscapes. As a Clinical Fellow of the Neuropsychoanalysis Association and a researcher, I offer a specialized approach that moves beyond reductive "cookie-cutter" treatments and saccharine AI advice. I focus on deep human connection and clinical accuracy, aiming to help you reach stable results, growth, and emotional freedom.
I have an extensive background working with adolescents & adults providing psychotherapy. I have worked in private practice, community clinics, and residential treatment centers. My training includes psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), trauma-focused CBT, mindfulness-based, interpersonal, and narrative therapy. I use an integrative approach that focuses on both understanding deeper emotional and relational patterns and developing practical tools for change. I also have experience conducting educational and neuropsychological evaluations.
I have an extensive background working with adolescents & adults providing psychotherapy. I have worked in private practice, community clinics, and residential treatment centers. My training includes psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), trauma-focused CBT, mindfulness-based, interpersonal, and narrative therapy. I use an integrative approach that focuses on both understanding deeper emotional and relational patterns and developing practical tools for change. I also have experience conducting educational and neuropsychological evaluations.
School-age children may encounter difficulties with learning and self-regulation in the classroom.
I utilize a flexible, eclectic approach to treating an array of symptoms, including depression, anxiety, executive functioning limitations, sleep/appetite disturbances, inattention, poor self-esteem, and interpersonal struggles. I apply fun, playful, and active "coaching" techniques in working with children, empowering them to learn and practice tools of their own.
School-age children may encounter difficulties with learning and self-regulation in the classroom.
I utilize a flexible, eclectic approach to treating an array of symptoms, including depression, anxiety, executive functioning limitations, sleep/appetite disturbances, inattention, poor self-esteem, and interpersonal struggles. I apply fun, playful, and active "coaching" techniques in working with children, empowering them to learn and practice tools of their own.
I am a compassionate listener who is here to provide support and guidance to individuals so they can have healthy and fulfilling lives. I use a person-centered-approach: I strive to understand your point of view and take a non-judgmental stance. I have experience working with clients with depression, anxiety, life transitions, stress, and ADHD.
I am a compassionate listener who is here to provide support and guidance to individuals so they can have healthy and fulfilling lives. I use a person-centered-approach: I strive to understand your point of view and take a non-judgmental stance. I have experience working with clients with depression, anxiety, life transitions, stress, and ADHD.
We, at Alexandria Place Therapy, value authentic and genuine connection with our clients and their families. We believe this connection is the groundwork for all work we do with clients. Alexandria Place Therapy offers therapeutic services in Old Town Alexandria. Our clinicians have spent their careers working with children, adolescents, young adults and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, trauma and loss. Collectively, we bring over thirty years of experience to our work and aim to offer help in vulnerable times. Our experience and specialized training afford us the opportunity to tailor treatment to meet your unique needs.
We, at Alexandria Place Therapy, value authentic and genuine connection with our clients and their families. We believe this connection is the groundwork for all work we do with clients. Alexandria Place Therapy offers therapeutic services in Old Town Alexandria. Our clinicians have spent their careers working with children, adolescents, young adults and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, trauma and loss. Collectively, we bring over thirty years of experience to our work and aim to offer help in vulnerable times. Our experience and specialized training afford us the opportunity to tailor treatment to meet your unique needs.
With a Certified School Psychologist, I specialize in testing for ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Giftedness, IEP and 504 Plans, special needs, autism, trauma, depression, anxiety, self esteem issues, and more.
Are you ready to get top notch psych-educational evaluations, with no wait time? As a psychologist on The Mind Center's team, I understand the challenges you face when navigating your child's academic and emotional needs. My services are designed to pinpoint your child's strengths and areas of improvement. The mission? To team up with parents, their kids, and schools, creating a dynamic trio that supports every child in becoming their own hero with tailored intervention strategies. Through testing, challenges can turn into triumphs, and question marks into exclamation points. My approach is evidence-based and action-oriented.
With a Certified School Psychologist, I specialize in testing for ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Giftedness, IEP and 504 Plans, special needs, autism, trauma, depression, anxiety, self esteem issues, and more.
Are you ready to get top notch psych-educational evaluations, with no wait time? As a psychologist on The Mind Center's team, I understand the challenges you face when navigating your child's academic and emotional needs. My services are designed to pinpoint your child's strengths and areas of improvement. The mission? To team up with parents, their kids, and schools, creating a dynamic trio that supports every child in becoming their own hero with tailored intervention strategies. Through testing, challenges can turn into triumphs, and question marks into exclamation points. My approach is evidence-based and action-oriented.
Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready for change, I’m here to support you. Together, we’ll work toward helping you feel more confident, grounded, and capable—one step at a time. I work best with children (ages 12+), teens, and young adults who may feel anxious, easily frustrated, withdrawn, or unsure of themselves.
Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready for change, I’m here to support you. Together, we’ll work toward helping you feel more confident, grounded, and capable—one step at a time. I work best with children (ages 12+), teens, and young adults who may feel anxious, easily frustrated, withdrawn, or unsure of themselves.
Are you overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling to manage big emotions? You may be noticing behavioral challenges, emotional outbursts, or difficulty expressing feelings and you’re not sure how to help.
I specialize in working with children, teens, and young adults who are experiencing anxiety, emotional regulation difficulties, and behavioral concerns. Many of the families I support are looking for guidance, tools, and a safe space where their child can feel understood and supported.
Are you overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling to manage big emotions? You may be noticing behavioral challenges, emotional outbursts, or difficulty expressing feelings and you’re not sure how to help.
I specialize in working with children, teens, and young adults who are experiencing anxiety, emotional regulation difficulties, and behavioral concerns. Many of the families I support are looking for guidance, tools, and a safe space where their child can feel understood and supported.
Everyone experiences loss. Seldom do we allow ourselves to fully experience loss or it's impact. When someone dies, we change jobs, or even have a child, there is loss. When we choose to address these losses, past or present, we can begin to heal, and with healing comes unlimited possibility. I work with families/individuals/children and the impact family dynamics have on their lives; adoptees and their families as they deal their losses; bereaved individuals and groups after the death of a loved one; transitional loss and role adjustment included "empty nest"; corporate downsizing; career counseling; and relationship issues.
Everyone experiences loss. Seldom do we allow ourselves to fully experience loss or it's impact. When someone dies, we change jobs, or even have a child, there is loss. When we choose to address these losses, past or present, we can begin to heal, and with healing comes unlimited possibility. I work with families/individuals/children and the impact family dynamics have on their lives; adoptees and their families as they deal their losses; bereaved individuals and groups after the death of a loved one; transitional loss and role adjustment included "empty nest"; corporate downsizing; career counseling; and relationship issues.
I'm committed to social justice, helping others build resilience and coping tools by creating a compassionate and safe environment for mental wellness for youth, families, and couples. I'm experienced in treating veterans and individuals with depression & PTSD, personality disorders, suicidal ideation, self-harm, psychotic symptoms, substance misuse, family and relationship distress, social stressors, and trauma. I strives to create a compassionate and safe environment for mental wellness for youth, families, and couples. I used evidenced based trauma treatment such as prolonged exposure, cognitive processing therapy.
I'm committed to social justice, helping others build resilience and coping tools by creating a compassionate and safe environment for mental wellness for youth, families, and couples. I'm experienced in treating veterans and individuals with depression & PTSD, personality disorders, suicidal ideation, self-harm, psychotic symptoms, substance misuse, family and relationship distress, social stressors, and trauma. I strives to create a compassionate and safe environment for mental wellness for youth, families, and couples. I used evidenced based trauma treatment such as prolonged exposure, cognitive processing therapy.
Whether it is a child learning to manage strong emotions or an adult seeking healing and growth, the goal is the same: to feel calmer, more connected, and hopeful about the future.
I support kids, teens, and adults as they navigate tough feelings, stress, and past experiences. Through play therapy and EMDR for both children and adults, I create a safe and supportive space where clients can heal, grow, and develop new skills. My goal is to help each person feel calmer, more confident, and better equipped to handle life’s ups and downs.
Whether it is a child learning to manage strong emotions or an adult seeking healing and growth, the goal is the same: to feel calmer, more connected, and hopeful about the future.
I support kids, teens, and adults as they navigate tough feelings, stress, and past experiences. Through play therapy and EMDR for both children and adults, I create a safe and supportive space where clients can heal, grow, and develop new skills. My goal is to help each person feel calmer, more confident, and better equipped to handle life’s ups and downs.
Do you find yourself struggling to understand or help with your child or teen's emotions or behaviors? Do you sometimes feel like what you’re doing is not enough? Children and teens are developing at a rapid and different pace than adults are. They have different ways of understanding their own world, expressing and managing emotions, and interacting with others. While at times, guardians may feel stuck, the child or teen may feel the same way, yet struggle to process and understand how they’re feeling. Without proper coping tools, support, and warmth, they may find themselves struggling further. This is where I can help.
Do you find yourself struggling to understand or help with your child or teen's emotions or behaviors? Do you sometimes feel like what you’re doing is not enough? Children and teens are developing at a rapid and different pace than adults are. They have different ways of understanding their own world, expressing and managing emotions, and interacting with others. While at times, guardians may feel stuck, the child or teen may feel the same way, yet struggle to process and understand how they’re feeling. Without proper coping tools, support, and warmth, they may find themselves struggling further. This is where I can help.
I am an LCSW with 20+ years of experience working with adolescents and adults to assist them in addressing life's problems. I believe on focusing on the here and now and how to make you live life to its fullest. If you are struggling and are looking for some help with coping, I welcome the opportunity to learn about your story and join you on the expedition. My goal is to help you heal, and we can explore and identify personal goals to improve your life.
I am an LCSW with 20+ years of experience working with adolescents and adults to assist them in addressing life's problems. I believe on focusing on the here and now and how to make you live life to its fullest. If you are struggling and are looking for some help with coping, I welcome the opportunity to learn about your story and join you on the expedition. My goal is to help you heal, and we can explore and identify personal goals to improve your life.
Welcome to Modyfi! We're an all virtual practice that offers appointments exclusively via Telehealth. Our providers accept most major insurances, and are welcoming new patients with appointments often available in days, not weeks or months. Our highest priority is to cultivate a space for you to feel safe, supported, and unconditionally accepted so that we can better understand the interplay between our thought life, emotional experiences, and behavioral reactions.
Welcome to Modyfi! We're an all virtual practice that offers appointments exclusively via Telehealth. Our providers accept most major insurances, and are welcoming new patients with appointments often available in days, not weeks or months. Our highest priority is to cultivate a space for you to feel safe, supported, and unconditionally accepted so that we can better understand the interplay between our thought life, emotional experiences, and behavioral reactions.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Trauma Specialist with over 7 years of experience working in the field in a variety of settings, such as individuals of all ages, couples, family, group, inpatient and outpatient. I have collaborated with people to address their mental health and wellbeing, substance use and addiction, as well as co-occurring challenges. In addition, I supported my clients stabilize during crises, achieve their short and long-term goals, access community resources, and build a supportive network to meet their unique and individualized needs and desires.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Trauma Specialist with over 7 years of experience working in the field in a variety of settings, such as individuals of all ages, couples, family, group, inpatient and outpatient. I have collaborated with people to address their mental health and wellbeing, substance use and addiction, as well as co-occurring challenges. In addition, I supported my clients stabilize during crises, achieve their short and long-term goals, access community resources, and build a supportive network to meet their unique and individualized needs and desires.
Hi All, I have a vibrant group practice. Your Neighborhood Clinic is a not for profit organization that works with individuals, families, and adolescents (13 years and older). We specialize in working with diverse clients who are new to therapy or who are looking for some a new approach to life. We help clients adjust to some of life many changes including divorce, grief, starting a new relationship, or changing careers. If you would like to work Dr. Shareefah or one of our other therapists, please review our website and book an appointment.
Hi All, I have a vibrant group practice. Your Neighborhood Clinic is a not for profit organization that works with individuals, families, and adolescents (13 years and older). We specialize in working with diverse clients who are new to therapy or who are looking for some a new approach to life. We help clients adjust to some of life many changes including divorce, grief, starting a new relationship, or changing careers. If you would like to work Dr. Shareefah or one of our other therapists, please review our website and book an appointment.
My passion is working with children and their families to foster a happy childhood. I believe that all children are capable of wonderful and amazing things. I also believe in the importance of environments and relationships that enable children to blossom and grow.
My passion is working with children and their families to foster a happy childhood. I believe that all children are capable of wonderful and amazing things. I also believe in the importance of environments and relationships that enable children to blossom and grow.
Moving Forward, PLC founded in 2007; specializes in helping children, adolescents, adults, couples and the family system collectively to work through and move forward. Our skilled clinicians with over 100 years of experience will help you or you and your family to move past one's anxiety, depression, adjustment issues from separation/divorce or grief, social skill challenges, past trauma, addictions, obsessive compulsive issues, disruptive behaviors and attention issues. All therapy is done using evidence based practice. Dr. Cole is also a Clinical Supervision and Professor at George Mason University.
Moving Forward, PLC founded in 2007; specializes in helping children, adolescents, adults, couples and the family system collectively to work through and move forward. Our skilled clinicians with over 100 years of experience will help you or you and your family to move past one's anxiety, depression, adjustment issues from separation/divorce or grief, social skill challenges, past trauma, addictions, obsessive compulsive issues, disruptive behaviors and attention issues. All therapy is done using evidence based practice. Dr. Cole is also a Clinical Supervision and Professor at George Mason University.
With over 35 years of broad clinical experience, Ms. Solomon actively engages her clients' own wisdom and strengths in developing options and strategies to manage the challenges they face. Drawing on Affect and Script Theory and family systems theory, Ms. Solomon guides clients in identifying, understanding, managing and honoring their complex emotions such that they can more effectively express their needs. This is the cornerstone of therapy and of the blueprint for creating a life filled with more enjoyment and satisfaction and with less distress and other painful emotions.
With over 35 years of broad clinical experience, Ms. Solomon actively engages her clients' own wisdom and strengths in developing options and strategies to manage the challenges they face. Drawing on Affect and Script Theory and family systems theory, Ms. Solomon guides clients in identifying, understanding, managing and honoring their complex emotions such that they can more effectively express their needs. This is the cornerstone of therapy and of the blueprint for creating a life filled with more enjoyment and satisfaction and with less distress and other painful emotions.
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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.