Where Children Often Need Support
Where Children Often Need Support
Focus & Organization
May look like difficulty paying attention during learning, having trouble starting new tasks, staying organized, or remembering steps, especially when tasks feel long or unfamiliar.
Auditory & Visual Processing
May look like missing details, mixing up sounds, struggling with spelling, or having difficulty recognizing patterns and needing information repeated to fully understand.
Speech & Language Development
May look like difficulty expressing ideas, challenges recalling sequences, or frustration when explaining thoughts.
Literacy & Reading Comprehension
May look like getting stuck on common words, losing their place in a sentence, or having trouble explaining what a story is about.
Communication & Language
May look like hesitating to speak, trouble keeping up in conversations, avoiding class participation or misreading social cues with peers.
Academic Tutoring & Learning Support
May look like confusion during lessons, frustration with homework, or needing steady support to feel confident learning new material.
Test Prep & Academic Coaching
May look like strong classwork but low test scores, uncertainty about where to begin studying, or needing guidance to build effective study habits.
College, Career & Professional Development
May look like uncertainty about career paths, trouble setting goals, or low confidence discussing strengths.
MEET KAROLYN PRISCIANDARO, MA CCC-SLP
SPEECH PATHOLOGIST AND EDUCATOR
Karolyn Prisciandaro is a Speech-Language Pathologist and learning specialist with nearly 40 years of experience helping children, teens, and adults strengthen their communication, literacy, and academic skills. Over the course of her career, she has supported hundreds of individuals in building confidence in reading, writing, language development, comprehension, and executive-function skills.
“Karolyn was extremely professional and impactful in my life. She provided me with the reading skills needed to excel in school and apply for colleges. My confidence and reading abilities skyrocketed and have stuck with me to this day.”
.– JK
“Both of my kids had reading delays while in elementary school and high school. Karolyn worked diligently with them, and they are both in college now and thriving. She went above and beyond the supports they were getting from the district, and I highly recommend her services and techniques.”
– MM
“Karolyn is the best in her field. She helped me tremendously when I was young. I knew when my son started struggling, she would be the best to help. I’m so grateful.”
– JS
Frequently asked questions
- We operate on a private-pay basis, meaning you pay for services at the time of your appointment. After your session, we provide a “superbill”, which is a detailed receipt containing the necessary billing codes and information you can submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement.
- Coverage and reimbursement policies vary by insurance plan, so we strongly recommend contacting your insurance provider beforehand to confirm your benefits, including whether speech therapy or related services are covered, what your deductible and co-pay amounts may be, and any required documentation.
Power Learning accepts all major credit cards, checks, or cash.
The duration varies depending on your child’s goals and needs. Some children benefit from short-term focused intervention, while others may require ongoing support. Progress is regularly reviewed, and plans are updated as needed. The exact frequency is determined by the therapist after an evaluation and depends on factors like the type of disorder, its severity, age, and the individual’s unique needs. The duration varies for everyone. The therapist will create a treatment plan based on your specific challenges, and more intensive schedules can be used when necessary.
Children may benefit from speech therapy if they experience difficulty with speech, language, communication, or social skills. Signs can include delayed speech, trouble pronouncing sounds, difficulty understanding instructions, or challenges expressing thoughts. A consultation and assessment can help determine the best support.
Yes! We are currently welcoming new clients. Please contact us to schedule a consultation and discuss your learner’s needs.
- Determining whether your child might benefit from specialized learning support or therapeutic intervention often starts with observing their day-to-day learning and communication.
- A consultation and comprehensive assessment with a qualified professional can help identify your child’s strengths and areas for support. From there, a personalized learning plan can be developed to address specific needs and set achievable goals.
You can either get a doctor’s referral or us directly to schedule an evaluation.
If you’d like to discuss your concerns with a therapist, you can schedule a free consultation. During this 15–20 minute phone call, you can speak with one of our therapists about your child without committing to a full evaluation. The therapist will review your child’s development, address your questions, and provide personalized recommendations.
Karolyn provides support for a wide range of communication, learning, and cognitive needs. Clients commonly visit for:
• Aphasia
• Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Autism
• Cognitive Issues
• Delayed Speech
• Executive Function Therapy
• Language / Speech Problems
• Speech Disorder / Speech Impediment
• Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Consultation
• Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Follow-Up
Whether the concern is new, ongoing, or previously undiagnosed, Karolyn helps families understand what’s happening and what next steps will be most effective.