Dyslexia

A neurodevelopmental disorder that affects a person's ability to read, spell, and write.

Dyslexia is a neurodivergent condition impacting the brain's processing of written and spoken language. Its manifestation varies from mild to severe impairment, affecting reading, writing, and spelling fluency. Despite these challenges, dyslexia is not indicative of low intelligence; individuals with dyslexia often exhibit creativity and innovative thinking.

For those with dyslexia, difficulties in reading comprehension may lead to avoidance, hindering vocabulary and spelling development. Undiagnosed dyslexia can contribute to:

  • Academic struggles.

  • Impacting self-confidence and potentially.

  • Influencing professional performance.

Why Seek Assistance:

Early identification and intervention are crucial, yet support at any age proves effective. If you are experiencing dyslexia symptoms, seeking help is paramount. You may notice challenges at work or in social situations, causing persistent stress or affecting other areas of your life.

How Our Psychologists Can Assist:

Our specialised psychologists provide comprehensive support by:

  • Facilitating acceptance and understanding of dyslexia.

  • Offering emotional support for addressing concerns and negative thoughts.

  • Providing education on dyslexia and shared experiences.

  • Formulating personalised plans to enhance specific areas of weakness, such as word pronunciation, and equipping you with effective dyslexia-related strategies.

  • Identifying underlying concerns affecting your functioning and addressing negative thoughts.

  • Assisting in building a robust support system and self-care plan to manage stress and cultivate a positive daily life.

By seeking assistance, you embark on a journey to embrace your strengths and overcome the challenges associated with dyslexia. Our dedicated psychologists are here to guide and empower you towards greater confidence and success.

Our psychologists who specialise in Dyslexia

Frequently ask questions

It will not always be obvious and it could be gradual. But when you start feeling better, then that means that the therapy is working.

You'll also be able to see things more clearly as you progress with your talk therapy. Healing, however, is not always so clear-cut. There will always be ups and downs. If that happens, you can talk to your psychologist about your progress and be open with what you're feeling.

There are many studies proving online and face-to-face therapy are equally as effective.

Yes. Studies (like this one) have shown online therapy is just as effective as face to face. Similarly, research (like this one) demonstrates the importance of being able to quickly access care when needed.

Australia has regulatory bodies to ensure we maintain consistent and high standards across the psychology profession.

Yes. They are registered with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA), listed with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), and individually selected and monitored by Someone.health's expert clinical team.

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Only your GP or a psychiatrist can prescribe medication.

Medication can only be prescribed by medical doctors, which includes general practitioners (GPs) and psychiatrists.

If you need the services of a psychiatrist, please visit Call To Mind, a telehealth service specialising in psychiatry.