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Learning and Education ServicesEmpowering Students Through Personalized Support.
At OCDMN, we understand that every learner is unique. Our Learning and Education services are tailored to help students with learning differences, OCD, ADHD, autism, and more thrive in school, at home, and in their communities. Our specialist, Jamie, works collaboratively with families to provide actionable strategies, assessments, and advocacy for success.
Approach to Learning and Education Services
We celebrate every learner’s unique potential. Our tailored educational services are designed to help individuals with OCD, ADHD, autism, learning disabilities, and other neurodiverse conditions thrive.
Our comprehensive approach integrates assessments, coaching, and skill-building in areas such as executive functioning, sensory processing, social-emotional skills, and academic strategies. Whether you’re a student navigating school challenges, a parent seeking support, or an adult looking for tools to succeed in the workplace, we provide personalized plans to help you achieve your goals.
Grounded in affirming care, we prioritize inclusivity and celebrate the diverse ways individuals learn and grow. Through actionable insights and practical strategies, we empower you to overcome challenges, build on strengths, and create meaningful progress in your educational journey.
Meet Jamie Lubov, Learning and Education Specialist at OCDMN! With over 12 years of experience, Jamie is dedicated to helping families navigate OCD, ADHD, autism, and learning disabilities. From assessments to special education advocacy, Jamie provides the tools and support every child needs to thrive.
ADHD Assessment
Our ADHD assessments evaluate core areas of attention, executive functioning, and cognitive processing to provide a comprehensive understanding of strengths and challenges.
Key areas assessed:
Attention regulation: Ability to focus, shift, and sustain attention.
Executive functioning: Skills like planning, organization, and impulse control.
Working memory: Retaining and using information for tasks.
Processing speed: How quickly and efficiently information is processed.
Reading Assessment
(e.g., Dyslexia)
Our reading assessments identify strengths and challenges in literacy skills, helping determine the best support strategies.
Key areas assessed:
Phonological processing: Recognizing and manipulating sounds in words.
Decoding skills: Sounding out and recognizing words.
Reading fluency: Speed, accuracy, and expression while reading.
Reading comprehension: Understanding and interpreting text.
Orthographic processing: Recognizing visual word patterns and spelling.
Math Assessment
(e.g., Dyscalculia)
Math challenges can stem from difficulties with number sense, problem-solving, and working memory. Our assessments pinpoint areas of need to support learning.
Key areas assessed:
Number sense: Understanding numbers, patterns, and operations.
Math fluency: Speed and accuracy in calculations.
Problem-solving: Applying concepts to real-world and multistep problems.
Working memory: Retaining and manipulating numerical information.
Visual-spatial reasoning: Understanding and interpreting graphs, charts, and spatial relationships in math.
Writing Assessment
(e.g., Dysgraphia)
Writing difficulties can impact academic performance and self-expression. Our assessments identify challenges and guide interventions.
Key areas assessed:
Written expression: Organizing and expressing ideas clearly.
Spelling and grammar: Applying rules and conventions accurately.
Fine motor skills: Coordination and control needed for writing.
Handwriting mechanics: Legibility, spacing, and consistency.
Typing and alternative writing methods: Assessing comfort, efficiency, and accessibility with keyboard use as an alternative to handwriting.
Learning & Education Assessments & Services
Comprehensive Learning Disability Assessment
A full evaluation of reading, writing, and math challenges, including dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia. This assessment also screens for dyspraxia, nonverbal learning disabilities, language and visual processing disorders, sensory issues, and more.
Focused Learning Disability Assessment
A targeted assessment focusing on reading, writing, or math to identify learning challenges, determine if a learning disability is present, and provide tailored recommendations for interventions and support.
Comprehensive Educational Assessment and Support Plan
A detailed evaluation of a student’s learning profile, academic performance, behavioral challenges, and social-emotional development. This includes standardized assessments and a feedback session to discuss findings and next steps.
Educational Consultation & School Support
This service provides expert guidance to help families understand and support their child’s learning needs. We offer individualized learning strategies, accommodation recommendations, and IEP/504 plan reviews. Families receive tailored support, including pre-meeting guidance, advocacy tools, and communication strategies to collaborate effectively with schools.
IEP & School Advocacy Services
We help families navigate the special education process by providing direct advocacy and support during IEP, 504, and school meetings. This includes school and community observations, behavioral support planning, and data tracking to ensure interventions are effective. Our goal is to empower families and ensure students receive the services they need.
Educator & School Collaboration
We work with teachers, counselors, and school staff to develop and implement strategies that support student success. Services include staff training, consultation on accommodations, and collaboration on behavior and learning plans. By fostering communication between families and schools, we help create an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
Our Assessment Process
Not sure what you or your child need? We can help!
If you're unsure where to start, we can guide you in choosing the right ADHD, autism, or learning disability evaluation. We often begin with tools like the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC-V) and the Wechsler Individual Achievement Test (WIAT) to get a broad understanding of cognitive abilities and academic skills.
The WISC-V helps assess intellectual functioning, including verbal comprehension, working memory, processing speed, and problem-solving skills.
The WIAT evaluates academic achievement in areas like reading, writing, and math, helping to identify strengths, challenges, and potential learning differences.
By starting with these foundational assessments, we can create a personalized and cost-effective evaluation plan tailored to your specific needs. Our goal is to ensure you're getting the most relevant and comprehensive insights without unnecessary testing.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Our Learning and Education services are designed for students of all ages with learning differences, OCD, ADHD, autism, and related conditions, diagnosed or not. These services are also helpful for families seeking support in navigating educational systems, IEPs, 504 Plans, and behavioral challenges.
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Our Learning and Education services are private pay only. We do not accept insurance for these services. However, we can provide documentation for families to submit to their insurance provider for possible reimbursement.
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We recommend bringing:
Any relevant school documents, such as IEPs (including progress reports/updates), 504 Plans, accommodation plans
Reports from previous assessments or evaluations
Notes on specific challenges or concerns you'd like addressed
Information about the student's strengths, interests, and areas of need
Recent teacher communications, if applicable, such as progress notes, emails, or updates
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Before the session, gather any relevant documents related to the upcoming meeting (IEP, intervention plans, or parent-teacher conference notes). Feel free to bring a list of questions or topics you’d like to address. We’ll help you organize and strategize for a productive meeting.
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Yes, many of our services can be conducted virtually for families who prefer this option. Please contact us to discuss whether virtual services are suitable for your needs.
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The total duration varies depending on the student's needs:
Evaluation Planning Meeting: A 30-60 minute meeting to discuss the student, their needs, the questions the family/student has, and determine the evaluations to be conducted.
Student Assessment: 60 minutes to three 2-hour sessions
Feedback Session: 60–120 minutes
Optional add-ons, such as IEP recommendations or school/community observations, may require additional time.
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School and community observations are scheduled in collaboration with families and educational staff. We’ll work with you to arrange a convenient time while ensuring the observation provides meaningful insights into the student’s behavior, social interactions, and academic performance strengths or challenges.
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Absolutely! Our specialist, Jamie, can provide support before the meeting to help you understand your parent and student rights, and offer guidance on what to ask, request, clarify, or do during the meeting. Jamie can also attend IEP or related school meetings to provide in-meeting guidance, clarify educational terms and assessments, and help you advocate for your student’s needs effectively.
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Jamie is a special education teacher with over a decade of experience working in schools. She’s familiar with how schools operate and how to collaborate effectively with staff. With a signed release of information (ROI), Jamie is happy to connect with school staff via phone, email, or in person to provide support and guidance. She can also collaborate with staff to train them in specific techniques or interventions to better support your student, offering clear recommendations to implement effective strategies.
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