Language, The Overlooked Problem

Language disorders are often overlooked when evaluating a child for learning and/or developmental difficulties.

A Breath of Good Health

Deep breathing has a wide range of emotional and health benefits.

The Science Behind "Mom Brain"

There is a science behind forgetfulness in pregnant women and new mothers. Forgetfulness is common and normal for all expecting and new mothers.

Perinatal & PostpartumAmy RolloDecember 21, 2016mom brain, pregnancy brain, ppd, postpartum depression, life after pregnancy, postpartum anxiety, motherhood, help for postpartum depression, counseling for new moms, depression

My Lowest Parenting Moment

"When reflecting on my lowest parenting moment, many might be surprised that the time I lost my child in an icy Christmas exhibit did not make the list. Yes, him climbing up an icy slide might have made a viral video, but that moment did not make the list.

Adult TherapyAmy RolloNovember 28, 2016parenting, modeling, behavior management, behavioral psychology, Child counseling in Cypress, Child counselor in Cypress, child counselor, family counselor in Cypress, family counseling, Houston family counseling, evaluation services in Houston, Evaluation services in Cypress, Play Therapy, play therapy in Cypress, play therapist in Cypress

Emotional difficulties and the Impact on Academics

When discussing learning disabilities, it is important to note the impact emotional difficulties can have on academic achievement.

evaluation servicesAmy RolloNovember 15, 2016depression, anxiety, how does depression impact learning, how does depression impact academics, how does anxiety impact learning, how does anxiety impact academics, AD/HD, AD/HD testing in Cypress, AD/HD Counselor in Cypress, Psychological testing in Cypress Texas, psychoeducational evaluations, Psychological Testing, Learning evaluation in Cypress, Academic testing in Cypress, academics, Cypress Counseling Services, Child counselor in Cypress

Research Based Interventions for AD/HD

While AD/HD is not considered a specific learning disability, it certainly impacts a child’s academic performance. AD/HD diagnoses are on the rise and some researchers estimate more than 5 percent of preschoolers are diagnosed with the condition.

Dysgraphia

Dysgraphia, also known as developmental coordination disorder, is a deficit in fine motor control that can impact handwriting. For these children, handwriting can be sloppy, effortful, or even painful.

evaluation servicesAmy RolloNovember 12, 2016dysgraphia, occupational therapy, developmental coordination disorder, handwriting, penmanship, fine motor control, coordation disorders, writing, learning difference, learning disorder, learning disability, Psychological testing in Cypress Texas, psychoeducational evaluations, psychoeducational evaluations in Cypress, Psychology, academic testing

Disorder of Written Expression

Many children do not like to write, but sometimes it goes beyond a dislike. These children may have a disorder of written expression, which impact approximately 3-5 percent of the population.

evaluation servicesAmy RolloNovember 10, 2016writing, learning, academics, academic testing, psychoeducational evaluation, dyslexia, AD/HD, ADD, ADHD, Psychological testing in Cypress Texas, Psychological Testing, What is a Disorder of Written Expression, Dysgraphia, learning difference, learning disability, child counselor, Child counselor in Cypress

Language Disorders and the Impact on Learning

When a person has a Language disorders (deficits in expressive and/or receptive language), it can impact all academic areas.

Nonverbal Learning Disability

Nonverbal learning disability (NVLD) is one of the least understood learning differences. In fact, the learning difference is not in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), the handbook that classifies mental disorders used by mental health clinicians.

evaluation servicesAmy RolloNovember 8, 2016learning disability, learning difference, learning disorder, mathematics disorder, asperger's, Autism spectrum disorder, psychoeducational evaluation, testing in cypress, AD/HD testing in Cypress, Symptoms of nonverbal learning disability, nonverbal learning disability, what is NVLD, How to diagnose NVLD

10 Facts About Dyslexia

Dyslexia is the most common learning disability. Some experts estimate that 1 out of 10 individuals have dyslexia. Despite how common the disability is, very few people really understand the learning disorder.

evaluation servicesAmy RolloNovember 7, 2016dyslexia, Learning Disability, Developmental Dyslexia, what is dyslexia, diagnosing dyslexia, psychoeducational evaluations, academic testing

Normalizing Mental Illness, One Cartoon Character at a Time

One of the first statements I often hear is that, "I do not need counseling; nothing is wrong with me!" While this is likely true, and I truly believe that counseling is not for “fixing” a person, but instead providing a safe place to work through life’s difficulties,

Depression TreatmentAmy RolloOctober 7, 2016Winnie-the-Pooh, mental health, mental illness, depression, OCD, Anxiety, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Evaluation services in Cypress, Evaluations, Counseling services in Cypress, child counselor in Cypress, Family counseling in Cypress, play therapy, play therapist, play therapy in Cypress

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