I provide specialized reading therapy rooted in the belief that when a student struggles, it is often the approach—not the child—that needs to change. With 25 years of experience, I have built an extensive toolkit of research-backed methods that allow me to truly tailor instruction to meet each student’s unique needs.
My goal is to transform the student’s relationship with literacy by helping them develop a growth mindset and a positive connection with reading. My lessons are safe,...
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Individualized Support That Is Making a Real Difference
Lynn has been working with our daughter, Erin, through educational therapy, and we have been extremely happy with her. Erin has dyslexia and ADHD, and Lynn understands that helping her isn't simply a matter of more practice or repetition. It requires understanding how Erin processes information, what causes her to become overwhelmed or frustrated, and finding strategies that allow her to succeed while still challenging her. What impresses me most about Lynn is how observant and adaptable she is. When Erin struggles with something, Lynn doesn't just keep pushing the same exercise. She figures out what is getting in the way and gives her another way into the skill. When seeing an entire word made blending difficult, Lynn began covering portions of the word and revealing the letters gradually so Erin could focus on smaller groups of sounds. When Erin struggled to distinguish b and d, Lynn introduced a simple physical cue using her hand and reinforced it through a game. She has found similarly practical ways to work on phonemic awareness, decoding, spelling, writing, and new sound patterns. And we are seeing progress. Lynn recently described one of Erin's homework passages as the best reading she had done with her yet. Erin is becoming more successful at blending as she reads, distinguishing sounds that had previously been difficult for her, and applying the patterns she has learned to actual reading and writing. Lynn also pays close attention to Erin's attention and confidence. She has learned that timers, short breaks, games, and having something to work toward can help Erin stay engaged. When Erin encounters a difficult word or becomes intimidated by a new task, Lynn doesn't let her simply avoid it, but she also doesn't turn it into a battle. She gives Erin enough support to get through the challenge and then works toward greater independence. I also really appreciate how much Lynn includes us as parents. Her lesson summaries are detailed, she explains what she is seeing, sends home activities and games, and gives us practical ways to reinforce the same skills between sessions. Most importantly, Lynn challenges Erin without making her feel like she is failing. For a child who can become frustrated by reading, that balance matters enormously. I would absolutely recommend Lynn to another family looking for thoughtful, individualized educational therapy, particularly for a child with dyslexia, ADHD, or another learning difference.
Garett, 23 lessons with Lynn
