the learning center

What is THe learning center?


Located in our Lex West clinic, The Learning Center exists to help students thrive by applying a cognitive approach to learning. Learning Center staff can diagnose and treat dyslexia, provide private tutoring, and assist with ACT/SAT prep


dyslexia treatment & testing

What is Dyslexia?


Dyslexia is a language processing disorder. It is estimated that 1 in 5 students struggle with dyslexia. These bright students have a solid IQ (average to above average) yet struggle with reading and writing. Most people think that dyslexia is simply transposing letters, but this is just one indicator. If your student is struggling with reading comprehension, adding or skipping words, demonstrating letter/number reversals, and dislikes reading, chances are your bright student is struggling with dyslexia. Read more about dyslexia treatment below.

step 1: learning evaluation

We take pride in offering the most comprehensive assessment available in order to be intentional about our strategies for improvement. We provide you, as the parent, teacher, or administrator, data about the true cause of your student's educational gaps. Then, we are able to customize a plan of action based on informed, calculated data. Our full treatment plan has 3 phases that have a defined regimen and measurable outcomes.

step 2: treatment & academic intervention

1) Cognitive Intervention/Brain Boost


The key to our success is to first address the underlying cognitive deficits to bolster neurological abilities for reading, writing, and listening which then translates to speech and speaking. Through fast-paced, fun activities, cognitive skills are developed in auditory and visual processing, working memory, processing speed, word attack, and logic and reasoning. We are laying the foundation for success with reading, thinking, and writing. This short, intensive intervention changes lives! Duration: Minimum of 90 single-hour sessions divided into 4 sessions per week. Can be completed online.


2) application


Now that the foundation has been laid, we are going to build the house! The next step after completing Brain Boost, is improving reading and listening comprehension, memory, oral vocabulary, critical thinking, and writing.  Reading fluency and phonemic awareness are also targeted in this phase.

Duration: Minimum of 8 one hour sessions divided into 2 sessions per week. Can be completed online.


3) Academic



We are ready to put the roof on our new home! Now that our cognitive deficits are bolstered and neurological pathway connections are established, it's time to sail academically! During phase 3, your student will learn strategies to ensure academic success. Struggling in a specific area? We provide reading, writing and math intervention as well as critical thinking, organization, and test-taking strategies. Our academic intervention is tailored to the needs of each student and their learning preferences.

Duration: Single hour sessions divided  into 1 session per week.  Number of weeks is individualized per student. Can be completed online.

Our tools

fast forword

Fast ForWord is an evidence-based, adaptive reading and language program that delivers 1-2 years gain in 40-60 hours of use for any struggling learner. Their unique brain-based approach targets the root causes of reading difficulty to deliver lasting results that make better readers and lifelong learners.

interactive metronome

Interactive Metronome® (IM) is an evidence-based training and assessment tool. IM is proven to improve cognition, attention, focus, memory, speech/language, executive functioning, and  comprehension, as well as motor and sensory skills.


cogmed

Working memory is key to the brain's processing capacity. It is vital for concentration, reasoning, learning and resisting distractions. Cogmed is the single most scientifically validated method that improves working memory and attention.



Meet the TEAM

additional learning center services

private tutoring/college preparation


Our college preparation services help students gain the skills they need to be successful in school.


we can help with:

  • Essay Writing
  • Research Papers
  • College Applications
  • ACT Prep
  • Executive Functioning (time management, organization, working memory, planning)
  • Reading comprehension/Fluency
  • Writing Skills
  • Study Strategies
  • Organization & Planning
  • Homework Help in All Subjects

acT/sat test prep


Our ACT services provide your child with skills to help them be more successful with testing.


Why choose us?

  • Emphasis on foundational cognitive skills to improve test-taking performance
  • Trained clinicians in one-on-one setting
  • Flexible Scheduling and Virtual Appointments
  • Specialization in ACT Reading Skills Test and Essay Test
  • Lessons on Test-Taking Strategies
  • ACT test and essay assessment and tailor-made instruction
  • Practice ACT questions and grammar overview
  • Usage of the Gibson Test of Cognitive Skills, a screening test that measures working memory, processing speed, visual processing, auditory processing, logic and reasoning and word-attack skills. We use these test results to create an individualized program designed to improve these skills.

Family Testimonials

  • “The program made the biggest change in Claire and I have already talked to so many parents about your program! I have shared our daughter's story to try to help bring awareness to dyslexia and that it is so much more than what the general public thinks dyslexia is. She is doing much better in school and I am 100% convinced it is because of the program…I want to thank you all for what you do for our kiddos. It meant the world to Claire, my husband and myself.”
  • “My son worked with Morgan Bargo and had a great experience. Morgan communicated with us and we had several meetings with her regarding our son. We are hoping his work in the program will carry into his schooling and assist him with his schoolwork. We are really pleased by the hard work and care Morgan puts into all of her work and clients. Thanks again!!”
  • “My son works one on one with Ms. Shannon weekly. He has completed Brainboost and now works to sharpen his cognitive skills. I can’t say enough good things about Ms. Shannon. She is always very patient, kind and so supportive of my son. I see such improvement in his overall comprehension & confidence. Thanks for all you do.”
  • “We have been working with [the learning center] since March. Easton has done so well with his clinicians, Christi B, Shanea, and Morgan B. We love our girls and are so very thankful for them!”
  • “Shannon is my son's cognitive clinician and he has grown leaps and bounds thanks to her dedication and patience! Can't say enough good things about WPT!”
  • “We are so thankful for the learning program! They are equipping our daughter with tools needed for lifelong learning with dyslexia. Her spelling and reading confidence have skyrocketed!”
  • Have questions? ready to schedule an evaluation?

    call us at: (859) 353-3666, extension 105

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