School Case-Management
Special Education Advocacy
Mental Health Counseling
We Help Parents Find Solutions to Their Child's School Problems
Dr. Romano is the mother of a grown child with learning disabilities, and has experienced these frustrations firsthand. She knows the feeling of "not knowing where to turn" or "what else" to do. Throughout her career and in her efforts to help her own child, she has encountered unsolicited advice and criticism from family and friends, resistant teachers, uninformed administrators, and non-compliant school systems. At times, she felt completely overwhelmed and discouraged. Now, as a licensed professional counselor, a certified teacher, a counselor educator, and a former school counselor and administrator, Dr. Romano is uniquely qualified to help ease the way for you and your child. Dr. Romano will work with you, your child, and your child's school to develop and monitor a customized plan to help your child find success in school. She will support you, advocate for you, and empower you in your efforts to obtain a quality education for your child.
Customized Approach
We start with the understanding that every child is unique, and that the way each child learns is also unique. We begin our work with a detailed learning style assessment, input from parents and teachers, classroom observations, and academic records. Our services include ongoing communication with your child's teachers, and ongoing monitoring of your child's progress. You know your child better than anyone else and your input is primary to us. Together we will find the unique solution to your child's learning barriers. From our consultation with you, your child, and your child’s teachers, we develop integrative and personalized learning strategies which are designed to provide academic and behavioral success, enhance self-confidence, and reduce anxiety. Academic assistance, home/school communication liaison, and student mentoring are provided as needed in each individual case. Our goal is to provide a nurturing and caring environment with support and respect for the child every step of the way.
Safety Net
We develop an assistance team that is responsible for supporting you as a parent in facing the barriers to your child's learning at the school site. Neither you nor your child will ever have to face the struggles at school alone again. We are your support system. We will design an individual communication plan that fits your schedule. Prevention and communication is the key. Minor problems no longer have to become major problems before your child receives help. Together, we will find a way for your child to achieve success.