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Dyslexia Therapy

What is Dyslexia Therapy?

Dyslexia therapy sessions are specialized educational interventions designed to help individuals, particularly children, overcome challenges associated with dyslexia. Dyslexia is a learning difference that primarily affects reading, spelling, and writing skills, making it difficult for those affected to process and interpret language in the same way as others.

 

What to Expect in Dyslexia Therapy Sessions

Initial Evaluation: Therapy typically begins with a thorough assessment to understand the individual's specific challenges. This may include evaluating reading fluency, phonological awareness (the ability to hear and manipulate sounds in words), and comprehension skills.

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Personalized Goals: Based on the assessment, specific goals are set. These might involve improving decoding skills (the ability to sound out words), enhancing reading speed and accuracy, or addressing spelling difficulties.

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Multisensory Teaching Techniques: Dyslexia therapy uses a multisensory approach, which engages multiple senses—visual, auditory, kinesthetic (movement), and tactile (touch)—to help reinforce learning. For example, a child might learn letter sounds by saying them aloud while tracing the shape of the letters with their fingers.

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Phonological Awareness and Phonics Instruction: A key component of dyslexia therapy is developing phonological awareness. This involves activities that help the individual recognize and work with the sounds of spoken language. Phonics instruction builds on this by teaching the relationship between these sounds and their corresponding letters or groups of letters.

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Reading Practice: Reading practice during therapy focuses on improving fluency (the ability to read with speed, accuracy, and expression) and comprehension. The therapist may use specially designed texts that are appropriate for the individual’s reading level, gradually increasing difficulty as skills improve.

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Spelling and Writing Support: Many individuals with dyslexia also struggle with spelling and writing. Therapy sessions often include activities to improve spelling, such as breaking down words into syllables or using mnemonic devices. Writing exercises may also be incorporated to help with sentence structure and written expression.

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Building Confidence: Dyslexia can affect a person’s confidence, especially in academic settings. A critical part of therapy is providing positive reinforcement and encouraging a growth mindset. Therapists work to build self-esteem by celebrating progress and helping the individual recognize their own strengths.

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Progress Monitoring: Progress is closely monitored throughout therapy. This helps ensure that the sessions remain effective and allows for adjustments in the approach if needed. Regular feedback is provided to both the individual and their family to keep everyone informed and engaged in the process.​

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Benefits of Dyslexia Therapy

Dyslexia therapy can lead to significant improvements in reading, writing, and spelling skills. It can also help individuals develop strategies to cope with their learning differences, making academic tasks more manageable. Over time, therapy can foster greater independence and self-confidence in learning, equipping individuals with the tools they need to succeed in school and beyond.

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Reading Therapy Session (60 minutes): $100

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