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Testing

Diagnostic evaluations are provided on an individual basis to identify the learning differences and needs of students who may have learning disabilities, or who are struggling within the academic environment. Our evaluations also examine executive functioning deficits, developmental delays, attention deficits, and emotional factors that may be impacting performance in school. A team approach is often employed in these evaluations, which includes a licensed psychologist and an educational diagnostician.

Tutoring

Tutoring is for learners of all ages. A students' strengths and needs can be identified through diagnostic testing, by means of a conference between parents and the tutor, or by an informal evaluation with the tutor. Our tutors have specific training and experience working with students who have with learning differences, or those diagnosed with a specific learning disability. We can provide one-on-one tutoring in a student's area of difficulty, including spelling, writing, math, organizational skills or study skills.

Organizational Coaching New!

Coaching facilitates increased self-awareness and an understanding of obstacles to success. Coaching focuses on strategies to overcome these obstacles. When individuals become more successful at managing their day to day responsibilities and meeting their goals, benefits include increased success at school, work and home; decreased frustration; increased self-esteem and increased satisfaction in life. Children, teens and adults with ADHD symptoms or that have weak skills related to organization, time management, planning and completion of projects would benefit from coaching.
 

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Services

Cognitive/intelligence testing Executive functioning evaluation Attention capacity evaluation Social and emotional functioning evaluation Admissions testing Academic testing - reading, written language, mathematics, visual motor skills Tutoring in academics and/or study skills Multi-sensory structured phonetic reading programs supported by current reading research Written goals and objectives adapted to your child’s needs A consistent tutor throughout the program Degreed tutors carefully selected for your child Workshops for parents and professionals (including a Tutor Training Course)

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Staff

The diagnostic team includes a licensed psychologist and an educational diagnostic specialist. The tutors are trained teachers who have a background and/or training in working with learning disabilities. Patricia A. Ritter, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Assistant Executive Director Janice Jones, M.Ed., Tutor Supervisor Lisa Lenhart, Ph.D., Senior Psychologist Kristin Olsen, Ph.D., Psychologist Dorothy Lange, M.S., Educational Diagnostician

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Appointments	Testing and tutoring is arranged by appointment only. Tutoring services are offered at TLC, home, or school. Please call 301.424.5200, ext. 147 for more information, or to schedule an appointment.

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Success Story

Taylor

Taylor was in sixth grade when he entered The Treatment and Learning Centers’ tutoring program. Like many other public school students, he struggled with large classes, where teachers face more difficulty giving students the personalized attention they need in order to develop and succeed. Taylor’s struggles with reading comprehension, writing, and studying were causing his grades and self-esteem to drop. 

Taylor soon began working regularly with TLC tutors, who used the Wilson Reading System to boost his language comprehension. Working hard and progressing well, Taylor witnessed results that reinforced his belief in himself.  Today, Taylor is an eighth grader. He continues to work with TLC experts on reading comprehension, paragraph writing, and organizational skills.  In two years at TLC, Taylor’s grades have improved. His family is very proud of him as are his tutors at TLC.

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FAQs

Psychoeducational Testing

Q: What are the ages of the individuals you evaluate?

A: We are able to evaluate individuals between the ages of 4 and adulthood. Younger children receive a developmental evaluation to determine functioning in a variety of areas, while adults often need evaluations for college level accommodations, or to determine how to cope with learning or information processing difficulties that are affecting their work situation. All evaluations are geared toward identifying individual strengths, and creating recommendations to build on strengths and overcome weaknesses.

Q: What types of difficulties are you able to evaluate?

A: We conduct comprehensive evaluations that determine overall intellectual functioning, academic functioning, if an individual has a learning disability, and information processing styles. Additionally, we are able to provide further testing to determine if an individual has Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. More comprehensive social-emotional evaluations are also available when needed.  

Q: What is the process of evaluation?

A: Typically, the parent(s) or adult is first interviewed by the psychologist to gather background information. The child/individual is evaluated, typically over the course of three mornings. Approximately three weeks after all data has been gathered the psychologist and other evaluators will meet with the parent(s) or adult to provide feedback and a copy of the report.

Q: Are you able to provide counseling if this is a need?

A: We have psychologists on staff that are able to provide individual and/or family therapy for individuals in need of such service.

Tutoring 

Q: What kind of tutoring does TLC offer?

A: Our tutors work with learners of all ages and abilities. We specialize in individualized one-on-one tutoring for students with learning differences or those diagnosed with a specific learning disability. Tutors work with students in their area of difficulty, for example, reading, mathematics, study skills, or written composition.

Q: What kind of background do TLC tutors have?

A: Our tutors are required to have a minimum of a Bachelors degree; many have a Masters. They all have teaching and tutoring experience as well as training and experience in working with children with learning disabilities. All tutors at TLC receive Tutor Training courses and/or other professional development courses to prepare them to best serve all client needs.

Q: How long will a student need tutoring?

A: This varies greatly with the student and the area of difficulty. We have many students who continue for several years with the same tutor, adjusting their goals as their skills improve. Other students come for a boost in a specific area and are at TLC for a shorter period of time. Our tutors give individualized advice based on their work with the student and they usually design teaching goals to last a semester (four to five months) at a time, but it’s up to the student and parents to decide how long to continue. 

Organizational Coaching

Q: What is Coaching?

A: The coach and client establish specific goals and objectives. Sessions are solution and action-oriented, and focused on developing strategies for success. Coaches provide support, encouragement and structure with an emphasis on accountability throughout the process.

Q: What is the fee for Coaching?

A: The initial consultation fee is $200. The frequency and length of sessions, billed at $70 per hour, are decided jointly by the coach and client, with the client’s needs taking priority. Appointments may occur in person, via phone, or a combination of these as determined by the coach and client.

 

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