Often misunderstood, dyslexia is not caused by simply reversing the order of letters in reading or by a visual perceptual problem that causes a person to read letters or words in a backward or upside-down manner. It runs deeper than that, because dyslexia is a neurological or brain-based condition, meaning it affects more than just one system in the brain.

Confirmation of dyslexia through a screening often provides the individual with dyslexia a sense of relief.  Knowing they are dyslexic explains many of the struggles they’ve had and gives them proof that they are not dumb – a common thought for many dyslexics by the time they reach upper elementary school. 

Helping a child with dyslexia begins with a clear, structured approach. We first look at which literacy skills your child struggles with, and how those struggles show up. To do this, we may use 8–12 tests that not only help confirm dyslexia but also show how severe it is. We also pay close attention to behaviors and stressors that might make learning harder. With all of this information, we can create a program that’s tailored to your child’s needs.