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FAQs

Understanding a child’s learning journey takes a team, and it starts with the right questions.

Whether you're a parent, educator, counselor, or advocate, navigating learning challenges can be complex and emotional. This FAQ page was created to provide clarity, reduce stigma, and support the professionals and families working together to help children thrive.

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From misdiagnosed learning differences to early signs and emotional hurdles, these answers are here to inform your approach, guide your next steps, and remind you that you're not alone in this.

Understanding Educational Therapy

  • What is an educational therapist, and how is it different from a tutor?
    An educational therapist is a trained specialist who assesses a student’s learning profile and designs an individualized intervention plan to address academic, emotional, and behavioral challenges. They use therapeutic and educational strategies to support the whole child, often working closely with families, schools, and allied professionals. Tutors, by contrast, typically focus on helping students understand academic content or complete homework. While tutoring can be helpful, tutors are not trained to identify or remediate learning disabilities or to provide emotional or behavioral support related to learning.
  • How can I tell if my child needs educational therapy instead of tutoring?
    Some signs suggest a deeper challenge than academic frustration, like consistent struggles with reading, writing, focus, or organization that don’t improve with standard classroom support or tutoring. If you suspect your child’s challenges may be cognitive, emotional, or behavioral, it’s important to seek a proper evaluation from a qualified healthcare provider. Identifying a learning disability early helps ensure your child receives the right support and avoids falling through the cracks.
  • What types of learning disabilities does educational therapy help with?
    Educational therapy supports a wide range of learning differences and disabilities, including: Difficulty with reading, writing, or math ADHD and attention regulation challenges Time management and executive functioning issues Auditory and visual processing disorders Social-emotional challenges related to learning Organizational struggles that impact academic performance Each student receives a customized plan based on their unique strengths and needs.
  • What’s the difference between in-person educational therapy and online sessions?
    Both in-person and virtual sessions are equally effective. Assessments, treatment planning, and intervention work can be successfully delivered online or face-to-face, depending on the student’s needs and preferences. Rosaura offers both options. Online sessions are held via Zoom, while in-person sessions include a travel and mileage fee. Many families appreciate the flexibility and comfort of virtual sessions, especially when managing busy schedules.

Misconceptions and Misdiagnoses

  • What is an educational therapist, and how is it different from a tutor?
    An educational therapist is a trained specialist who assesses a student’s learning profile and designs an individualized intervention plan to address academic, emotional, and behavioral challenges. They use therapeutic and educational strategies to support the whole child, often working closely with families, schools, and allied professionals. Tutors, by contrast, typically focus on helping students understand academic content or complete homework. While tutoring can be helpful, tutors are not trained to identify or remediate learning disabilities or to provide emotional or behavioral support related to learning.
  • How can I tell if my child needs educational therapy instead of tutoring?
    Some signs suggest a deeper challenge than academic frustration, like consistent struggles with reading, writing, focus, or organization that don’t improve with standard classroom support or tutoring. If you suspect your child’s challenges may be cognitive, emotional, or behavioral, it’s important to seek a proper evaluation from a qualified healthcare provider. Identifying a learning disability early helps ensure your child receives the right support and avoids falling through the cracks.
  • What types of learning disabilities does educational therapy help with?
    Educational therapy supports a wide range of learning differences and disabilities, including: Difficulty with reading, writing, or math ADHD and attention regulation challenges Time management and executive functioning issues Auditory and visual processing disorders Social-emotional challenges related to learning Organizational struggles that impact academic performance Each student receives a customized plan based on their unique strengths and needs.
  • What’s the difference between in-person educational therapy and online sessions?
    Both in-person and virtual sessions are equally effective. Assessments, treatment planning, and intervention work can be successfully delivered online or face-to-face, depending on the student’s needs and preferences. Rosaura offers both options. Online sessions are held via Zoom, while in-person sessions include a travel and mileage fee. Many families appreciate the flexibility and comfort of virtual sessions, especially when managing busy schedules.

Signs and Early Identification

  • What is an educational therapist, and how is it different from a tutor?
    An educational therapist is a trained specialist who assesses a student’s learning profile and designs an individualized intervention plan to address academic, emotional, and behavioral challenges. They use therapeutic and educational strategies to support the whole child, often working closely with families, schools, and allied professionals. Tutors, by contrast, typically focus on helping students understand academic content or complete homework. While tutoring can be helpful, tutors are not trained to identify or remediate learning disabilities or to provide emotional or behavioral support related to learning.
  • How can I tell if my child needs educational therapy instead of tutoring?
    Some signs suggest a deeper challenge than academic frustration, like consistent struggles with reading, writing, focus, or organization that don’t improve with standard classroom support or tutoring. If you suspect your child’s challenges may be cognitive, emotional, or behavioral, it’s important to seek a proper evaluation from a qualified healthcare provider. Identifying a learning disability early helps ensure your child receives the right support and avoids falling through the cracks.
  • What types of learning disabilities does educational therapy help with?
    Educational therapy supports a wide range of learning differences and disabilities, including: Difficulty with reading, writing, or math ADHD and attention regulation challenges Time management and executive functioning issues Auditory and visual processing disorders Social-emotional challenges related to learning Organizational struggles that impact academic performance Each student receives a customized plan based on their unique strengths and needs.
  • What’s the difference between in-person educational therapy and online sessions?
    Both in-person and virtual sessions are equally effective. Assessments, treatment planning, and intervention work can be successfully delivered online or face-to-face, depending on the student’s needs and preferences. Rosaura offers both options. Online sessions are held via Zoom, while in-person sessions include a travel and mileage fee. Many families appreciate the flexibility and comfort of virtual sessions, especially when managing busy schedules.

Emotional and Social Challenges

  • What is an educational therapist, and how is it different from a tutor?
    An educational therapist is a trained specialist who assesses a student’s learning profile and designs an individualized intervention plan to address academic, emotional, and behavioral challenges. They use therapeutic and educational strategies to support the whole child, often working closely with families, schools, and allied professionals. Tutors, by contrast, typically focus on helping students understand academic content or complete homework. While tutoring can be helpful, tutors are not trained to identify or remediate learning disabilities or to provide emotional or behavioral support related to learning.
  • How can I tell if my child needs educational therapy instead of tutoring?
    Some signs suggest a deeper challenge than academic frustration, like consistent struggles with reading, writing, focus, or organization that don’t improve with standard classroom support or tutoring. If you suspect your child’s challenges may be cognitive, emotional, or behavioral, it’s important to seek a proper evaluation from a qualified healthcare provider. Identifying a learning disability early helps ensure your child receives the right support and avoids falling through the cracks.
  • What types of learning disabilities does educational therapy help with?
    Educational therapy supports a wide range of learning differences and disabilities, including: Difficulty with reading, writing, or math ADHD and attention regulation challenges Time management and executive functioning issues Auditory and visual processing disorders Social-emotional challenges related to learning Organizational struggles that impact academic performance Each student receives a customized plan based on their unique strengths and needs.
  • What’s the difference between in-person educational therapy and online sessions?
    Both in-person and virtual sessions are equally effective. Assessments, treatment planning, and intervention work can be successfully delivered online or face-to-face, depending on the student’s needs and preferences. Rosaura offers both options. Online sessions are held via Zoom, while in-person sessions include a travel and mileage fee. Many families appreciate the flexibility and comfort of virtual sessions, especially when managing busy schedules.

Getting the Right Help at the Right Time

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