Optimal Learning Skills
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Karen shares a wealth of expertise, experience & true passion for helping all succeed.
Her private practice provides services that are professional & fulfilling. With over 25 years of solving learning and attention challenges for over 300 students and their families
A licensed/certified practitioner (taught by scientific experts), learning problems are solved by using Cognitive Learning Therapies. We create programs.(or combinations.) for ADD, ADHD, dyslexia, visual/auditory disorders, concussions, brain, injury, and high functioning autism.
READ: Master Reading and Spelling Codes. Completely transforms, a students, basic Reading, spelling, comprehension, and writing system. This is a sound to code based reading system that can consistently provide big, fast results for all who are learning to read or reading below grade level.
THINK: Processing and cognitive enhancement. Brain training that changes the auditory/visual
systems, short/long-term memory, processing speed, attention, logic, and reasoning, by many years.
LISTEN: Advanced Brain technologies. The listening program, a neural science based music, listening therapy to improve brain performance.
MOVE: kinesiology (brain, gymnastics, neuromotor skills training).
Each client is valued and assessed using a cognitive battery and scientific assessments. Coordinates learning wholeness with parents, psychologist, physicians, pediatrics, neurologist, audiologist, optometrist, behavioral, and teachers.
And, making it fun and giving positive reinforcement motivates students!
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Each student is different. Therefore, I do an assessment of the following skills according to their age level: Processing Speed, Working Memory (visual and auditory), Word Attack, Blending/Segmenting Words to see if they can put sounds together and take them apart (essential to reading). For students at higher education levels, focusing on key elements and details (especially for SAT, ACT, and GED), along with visualization, organization, and redesign for short to long term memory.
From this point on, fun learning is the key! Whatever the age of the child, we focus for that amount of time learning. Then take a 1 minute break of stretching and moving. Then back to focus and learning. During the entire session, immediate feedback. If the student is having a hard time, switch to a different activity that will bring positive results. The goal is for each student to become a comfortable, independent learner. Then we are happy! YEAH!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Licensed and certified Practutioner in: PACE (Processing and Cognitive Enhancement; Kinesiology; Author: Reading Sounds Write; Master of Arts (Curriculum and Instruction); Bachelor of Science (Bioligy, Health, Biochemistry, etc.). Many years of teaching, tutoring, and Learning Skills Training.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Rates (vary: incremental, hourly, weekly)
Discount for first time/referral, etc.
ZELLE, Cash, Check, Cash App, Pay Pal
How did you get started teaching?
Love of Learning
What types of students have you worked with?
All ages, subjects, levels.
Learning disabilities: ADD ADHD, Dyslexia, Autism, and more.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Advanced Brain Technology Affiliate-
The Listening Program
The Movement Program
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Focus on comfortably asking questions.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Varies