Learning & Academic Support

A safe place to untangle school or work challenges and discover new ways to succeed.

At Rhythm Psychological Services, we help children, adolescents, and adults overcome barriers to learning and academic performance. Whether it’s struggling with focus, processing speed, reading difficulties, or stress around school and work, our evaluations and support plans are designed to guide you toward practical solutions and confidence.

What is Learning & Academic Support?

Learning & Academic Support is designed to help individuals who face barriers in achieving their best at school, college, or work. These barriers may include:

Reading or writing difficulties
Math struggles
Memory and processing speed concerns
Trouble focusing, planning, or organizing
Test anxiety and low academic confidence

Through careful assessment and personalized plans, we provide clarity about what’s happening and practical tools to move forward with confidence.

Common Signs & Struggles

Children →
- Difficulty learning letters, numbers, or basic math
- Trouble following instructions or completing homework
- Slow progress in reading and writing
- Anxiety or avoidance of school tasks
Adolescents →
- Declining grades despite effort
- Trouble preparing for tests or retaining information
- Struggles with organization, assignments, and deadlines
- Loss of confidence and motivation
Adults →
- Difficulty meeting deadlines at work or school
- Trouble managing projects or multitasking
- Memory lapses that impact performance
- Stress, frustration, and reduced confidence in skills

Our Evaluation (What to Expect)

Intake Interview – Understanding your history, concerns, and goals.
Review of Records – School reports, work feedback, or prior evaluations.
Standardized Testing – Assessment of reading, writing, math, memory, and cognitive functions.
Screening for Related Concerns – Checking for ADHD, anxiety, depression, or other underlying issues.
Personalized Feedback Session – Clear results explained in simple language, with time for questions.
Written Report & Recommendations – Detailed guidance for school accommodations, workplace adjustments, or next steps in therapy.

What We Assess

Reading fluency, comprehension, and writing skills
Math skills and problem-solving abilities
Attention, focus, and concentration
Processing speed and working memory
Planning, organization, and executive functions
Emotional and motivational factors affecting performance
Impact on school, college, or workplace outcomes

Treatment & Support at RPS

Across the lifespan

we support children, adolescents, and adults

Evidence-Based Methods

Using validated tools and proven learning strategies.

Comprehensive & Kind

Assessments and therapy with respect and care.

Collaboration

Working with schools, families, and workplaces to support progress.

Actionable Plans

Helping learners rebuild self-esteem and motivation.

Confidence-Building

we coordinate with teachers, prescribers, and other supports

Ready to move past learning roadblocks?

With the right guidance, every student and adult learner can succeed. Let’s build a plan that works for you.

FAQ

Yes. Our comprehensive assessments can identify reading and attention-related concerns, and help clarify whether challenges are due to dyslexia, ADHD, or other factors.

Yes. We provide detailed reports with recommendations that schools can use to offer accommodations (such as extra test time, resource support, or special services).

Absolutely. We work with learners of all ages to improve focus, organization, and confidence in academic and professional environments.

Depending on the needs, evaluations may take 2–4 sessions, followed by a feedback session and written report.

With your consent, we coordinate with schools or workplaces to ensure support is consistent and effective.