SERVICES:
Executive Functioning Support: Developing skills such as organization, time management, and task initiation.
Managing Coursework: Assisting students in using virtual platforms and other tools to keep track of their assignments and responsibilities.
Initiating and Completing Assignments: Helping students develop strategies to start and finish their work efficiently.
Following Multi-Step Directions: Teaching students how to break down complex instructions into manageable steps.
Prioritizing Tasks: Guiding students in setting priorities and managing their time effectively to meet deadlines.
Motivation: Providing techniques to stay motivated and engaged in their studies.
Essay Writing: Creating concept maps and linear outlines to organize ideas and structure essays.
Daily Planners/Assignment Notebooks: Direct instruction on using planners and notebooks for time management, project breakdown, and exam preparation.
Task Mapping: Breaking down large tasks into smaller, manageable pieces to reduce overwhelm.
Test Preparation/Study Techniques: Developing effective study habits and strategies for test preparation across all subjects.
Reading Strategies: Techniques to improve reading comprehension and retention of material.
Mathematics Skills: Enhancing math skills through targeted practice and strategies.
Managing Focus: Strategies to maintain attention and focus during study sessions.
Managing Anxiety: Techniques to manage anxiety related to schoolwork and exams.
WHO CAN BENEFIT?
Elementary, Middle, and High School Students: Enhancing organizational and time management skills to improve academic performance.
Undergraduate and Graduate Students: Developing executive skills to better manage coursework, projects, and exam preparation.
If you are interested in learning more about our executive functioning support and how it can benefit you or a loved one, please contact us to schedule an appointment or consultation.
MY PRACTICE:
Individualized: Tailored to your child's specific strengths and needs.
Practical: Providing concrete tools and strategies they can use immediately.
Supportive: Creating a positive and encouraging learning environment.
Collaborative: Working with families for consistent reinforcement at home.
- Dr. Christine Powell
LearningByConnecting
Educational therapy is a specialized, one-on-one approach to learning support designed to help children and adults overcome academic challenges and thrive.
Unlike traditional tutoring, which focuses solely on subject-specific content, educational therapy addresses the underlying learning and executive functioning skills that influence how students approach and manage their education.
At LearningByConnecting, our holistic, hands-on approach empowers learners to transform from feeling overwhelmed to becoming confident, self-advocating individuals.
With expert guidance and structure, students can learn to effectively manage themselves so that they are equipped for taking on challenges in school or in life.
Weekly education therapy sessions (50 minutes)
Session summaries/feedback to parents
Weekly student accountability check-ins
IEP consultation & advocacy
School collaboration
College & career guidance
Students are expected to have well-developed Executive Functioning skills by the time they reach high school, but these critical life skills are not typically taught in elementary school or middle school.
Consistent performance in life requires stamina, which is built on a foundation of solid Executive Functioning skills:
Managing time
Organizing thoughts and materials
Paying attention
Planning and prioritizing
Getting started (task initiation)
Staying on track
Remembering what to do and when to do it
Problem-solving
Self-reflection
Managing emotions and impulses