By Courtney Tolinski, Ph.D., LP, NCSP When you have a child who needs an evaluation for learning or behavior issues, the process can be daunting. As a child psychologist, I am often asked the question, “Where do I start?” While…
by Erik Newman, Ph.D., LP One of the most common reasons why parents come to see me is that they want to know if their child has dyslexia. Dyslexia is a common neurodevelopmental disorder that is believed to affect 5-10%…
By: Courtney Tolinski, Ph.D., LP, NCSP As a psychologist, one of my most frequently asked questions from parents is about local resources. While parents often appreciate learning about their child’s strengths as a learner, they want to know the best…
by Erik Newman, Ph.D., LP Parents frequently come to me for an evaluation because their child is struggling with math, and I’m tasked with determining the cause of those struggles. One potential cause of math difficulties is dyscalculia, a neurodevelopmental…
Havern is hosting two Virtual Town Halls / School Previews on Wednesday, May 6, and parents and professionals are encouraged to join us. An independent K-8 school, Havern creates confident learners by nurturing the potential of students with mild to…
By Courtney Tolinski, Ph.D., LP, NCSP Anxiety is one of the most common mental health concerns that I hear about from parents. This is a particular concern for children with a learning disability, as anxiety is highly comorbid (i.e. occurs…
Dr. Courtney Tolinski, Ph.D., LP, NCSP I have many families that come into the office wondering if their child may have Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, also known as ADHD. Sometimes, it’s because a teacher has asked them about it. Other times, it’s…
If your child has been struggling with reading throughout school, you may have wondered if they have dyslexia. What’s also known as a specific learning disability in reading, dyslexia is a specific pattern of reading challenges involving poor spelling and…