Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in New York, NY

I am a neuropsychologist providing neuropsych assessments to preschoolers through young adults with learning and psychiatric issues. My primary goals are to provide families with thorough evaluations, timely reports written in user-friendly language, and a willingness to collaborate with school personnel and other professionals who may be working with their child. Therapeutically, I am also a certified provider of the Collaborative and Proactive Solutions (CPS) approach, helping parents and children find realistic solutions that address their concerns regarding a wide range of issues, unsolved problems, and unmet expectations.

I specialize in working with individuals and family members with Addiction, Mental Health challenges and Learning Differences. I'm here to listen and help, let's see where the journey takes us. You can do it, you made it to read this which means you took your first step. Please call for a free consult and we can see if we are a fit. I will make it my job to help you find the help you are looking for. So there is no risk, you will get closer to the help you seek. It can be nice to have a person who knows how to find you what you need. I am happy to do that if another clinician is a better match for you. Look forward to meeting you!

I am a clinical neuropsychologist and learning specialist who is available for therapy/coaching sessions. I have a holistic approach that utilizes cognitive re-framing, behavioral modification and mindfulness practices. Cognitive re-framing uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify and extinguish maladaptive thought patterns. Behavioral modification is used to optimize behavior patterns. Last, mindfulness practices are essential for identifying and maintaining optimal thought and behavior patterns. There are many different ways to practice mindfulness and working together we can uncover the path that works best for you.

Do you want to feel better? Do you want to maximize your brain's potential? Are you looking for alternative methods to treat your problems? I am a clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist in practice for over 35 years who can help you. I specialize in diagnosing and treating adult Attention Deficit Disorder, learning disabilities, mild head injuries, pain management, and most psychological problems including depression, anxiety, work problems and other issues. Treatment can include psychotherapy, cognitive remediation, neurofeedback and biofeedback. My psychotherapy approach is utilizing structured ways of planning to improve one's situation, as well as exercises that can help improve cognition.

As a clinical neuropsychologist, it is my goal to understand the relationship between the brain and cognitive/behavioral functioning. I work with patients with a variety of neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders to help with diagnostic clarification based on the findings of a comprehensive evaluation. The evaluation incorporates information gathered from a clinical interview with the patient (and at times an accompanying family member), responses on emotional/behavioral questionnaires, and performance on standardized cognitive measures.

I am a clinical neuropsychologist specializing in the completion of psychological, psycho-educational, and neuropsychological evaluations to better understand an individual's strengths/challenges and provide recommendations to allow for future success. I have extensive experience completing assessments with children through young adults struggling with learning and language delays, attention and organizational difficulties, processing weaknesses, developmental disorders, and emotional/psychiatric concerns.

Living in NYC can be both exciting and overwhelming even on your best days. Between your daily responsibilities, taking care of others’ needs, and the pressure to always have it together, you wonder how you can find the time or space to attend to your own needs. I want to help you harness your hidden superpowers to better manage the changes and stressors in your life (even the positive ones), improve your quality of life and relationships, find purpose and fulfillment, use your time more meaningfully, set healthy boundaries without guilt, and decrease feelings of burnout, shame, sadness, isolation, chaos, numbness, or pain.

At NEST, we believe every child can learn. We provide comprehensive assessments and treatment services to children and their families. We are experienced in working with children from infancy to late adolescence with a range of diagnosis. Our assessments identify your child's strengths and weaknesses and provide targeted recommendations to facilitate optimal learning. Our goal is to help your child and you!

I provide comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation of children with diverse learning, developmental and medical challenges. The evaluation is used to characterize a child's cognitive strengths and weaknesses, academic skills, and social-emotional functioning in order to diagnose or rule out certain conditions (e.g., dyslexia) and identify an appropriate educational and/or treatment plan. I have extensive experience and expertise in working with children, adolescents and young adults with learning disabilities, ADD/ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, concussion and seizures/epilepsy.

As an art therapist, I work with children, adolescents, and young adults to better understand, express, and manage emotions. I strive to help my clients feel heard and validated. Together we work on developing a greater sense of self by working on self-esteem, confidence, and emotional intelligence. With an extensive background in Special Education, I provide specialized support- academic confidence, executive functioning development, and emotional/behavioral regulation, to students with various learning differences.

David Gottesfeld (www.davidgottesfeld.com) is a Licensed Psychologist in private practice since 1991, with offices in Manhattan and White Plains, New York. Dr. Gottesfeld is also an Adjunct Professor at the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology teaching the Practicum in Child Assessment. He specializes in comprehensive Psycho-Educational Testing and Neuropsychological Testing, as well as child, adolescent, and adult psychotherapy. He is recognized as an expert in the assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and adults and is skilled in the process of securing extended time and other test accommodations on the ISEE, PSAT, SAT, SAT2, or ACT.

I conduct neuropsychological evaluations with children, adolescents, and adults. For students, families typically seek out these assessments when something is interfering with their child's progress, whether academic, behavioral, or emotional. For adults, clients may need help determining why they are not performing to their potential, or working as efficiently as they would like.

When you come to therapy, it's important to remember that you are already trying to cope in the best way you can. But you don't have to wait until things feel unbearable before you ask for help. I have been a psychotherapist for over 25 years, & have experience working with Online Gaming, Adolescents, Parenting Conflicts, Cross-cultural Therapy, Learning Disabilities, Depression, GLBT Issues, Bereavement, Anxiety & Trauma. A video is worth a thousand words, so if you go to my website you'll find two that talk about my specialty, who I am and how I work. I work with patients online currently, & make it easy for you to get started.

Life's challenges are many and COVID 19 has created a monumental shift in how we live and how we think about what it means to be human. It has put a different perspective on existing challenges while at the same time creating new ones. Facing such challenges in a supportive relationship can make a difference during these times of heightened anxiety. This type of self-examination takes courage and trust, and I feel privileged when asked to accompany someone on their journey. The success of this type of work lies in the relationship itself.

I am a clinical neuropsychologist and licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in providing comprehensive assessments to children and adolescents with learning and attentional difficulties. My goal is to gain a thorough understanding of your child, including his or her strengths and challenges, in order to provide diagnostic clarity as well as appropriate recommendations so that your child can reach his or her potential. I see the assessment process as therapeutic in nature. As such, I strive to develop strong relationships with families so that together, we can advocate for your child's learning and social-emotional needs.

I am the founder of ALB Tutoring, an ensemble of educators who help students develop self-awareness of their unique learning styles to leverage their strengths and address their areas for growth through executive functioning. When this training is combined with academics, standardized test preparation, and college admission guidance, students become empowered to stay engaged, build self-efficacy, and achieve goals. We go beyond traditional teaching, engaging students in conversations that provoke identity and skill development. This embodies our philosophy of "always learning better."

Sometimes, children, adolescents, or adults might need guidance in determining the educational direction that works best for them. They might be facing challenges with education, attention, and/or social skills without knowing why, or they might have been previously assessed for these kinds of challenges and desire an update on their progress and current needs.

I am an actively engaged psychotherapist who stresses an empathic approach – working together to understand each person’s unique interests, goals, and life narrative. I have over thirty years’ experience with adults, adolescents, older adults (Medicare accepted), and children. I also consult with parents, on their specific parenting concerns. I do short-term psychotherapy (including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy – CBT), as well as long-term psychodynamic psychotherapy. I work with people on concerns regarding relationships, career decisions, learning issues, and parenting issues. I also assist in reducing anxiety and depression.

Are you worried that your child has a potential learning disability, ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, or Autism Spectrum Disorder? Are you concerned about developmental delays? Does your child needs extra time in order to perform well on standardized tests (i.e. SAT)? Is your child displaying signs of Posttraumatic Stress after a traumatic event? Do they struggle with addictions or other behavioral problems? A comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation will help your child achieve their potential. Following the evaluation, you will receive a report detailing the diagnosis and any further weaknesses that your child may be experiencing. Clear solutions including recommendations for home and school will be provided.