Learning Disabilities
Types of Learning Difficulties
Dyslexia
Difficulty with reading, decoding words, or understanding text.
Processing Difficulties
Challenges with memory, understanding directions, or organizing tasks.
Dysgraphia
Difficulties with handwriting, spelling, and organizing written work.
Dysgraphia
Difficulties with handwriting, spelling, and organizing written work.
Nonverbal Learning Disabilities
Strong verbal skills but difficulty interpreting nonverbal cues, spatial relationships, or visual information.
Dyscalculia
Difficulties with number sense, math facts, and problem solving.
Understanding Learning Difficulties
Learning difficulties are differences in how the brain processes information. They do not reflect a lack of effort or intelligence.
- Appear in reading, writing, math, or processing.
- Often show up early in school.
- Can affect daily life as well as academics.
Many children try to mask their challenges, but patterns often appear over time.
- Avoids reading or writing assignments.
- Difficulty remembering instructions or math facts.
- Homework takes much longer than expected.
- Frustration, tears, or negative self-talk (e.g., ‘I’m dumb’).
Without support, learning difficulties can affect both school and home life.
- Declining grades despite strong effort.
- Stress during homework or tests.
- Lowered confidence and self-esteem.
- Avoidance of schoolwork altogether.
Psychoeducational testing provides the clarity parents need.
- Identifies specific strengths and weaknesses.
- Helps distinguish learning difficulties from ADHD or emotional challenges.
- Provides schools with documentation for IEPs or 504 plans.
- Helps parents and teachers know what strategies will truly help.
The sooner challenges are identified, the sooner support can begin.
- Prevents frustration from becoming long-term avoidance of school.
- Helps children rebuild confidence and feel capable.
- Allows schools to put accommodations in place early.
- Empowers families to advocate with clarity.
What Happens When a Child Receives Psychoeducational Testing?
When families choose testing with Dr. Renee, they gain:
A clear picture of how their child learns.
Documentation that can be shared with schools for accommodations.
Identification of both strengths and challenges.
Practical recommendations parents can use right away
A comprehensive written report in plain language.
Reassurance in knowing your child’s challenges are understood — and a plan is in place.
Take the First Step for Your Child
An evaluation can give your child the understanding and support they deserve.
