4 Kids Sake
Deborah Lawhorne, BCaBA
212 Grafton Way, NE
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 727-5329; (703) 771-2328 (fax)
Email: d.lawhorne | at | 4kidssake.us
4 Kids Sake provides educational advocacy for the IEP process. Parent education for behavioral intervention, enhancing communication and advocacy for their child is also available.
A Balanced Child’s Key To Reading
Susan Louchen
8139 Rogues Rd.
Catlett VA 20119
(540) 550-7628
Email: keytoreading | at | ymail.com
Web: http://keytoreading.com
Dyslexia Reading Specialist provides testing and/or orton-gillingham based instruction: Barton Reading and Spelling, LiPS, Seeing Stars. Prince William, Fauquier, Loudoun, Culpeper; keytoreading | at | ymail.com.
A Step Above Speech-Language Pathology
Geoff Greenman, M.A., CCC-SLP
2126 Hutchison Grove Court
Falls Church, VA 22043
(716) 432-7505
Email: astepaboveslp | at | gmail.com
Web: http://astepaboveslp.com
We are a private speech-language practice in Northern Virginia and Washington D.C., dedicated to helping both children and adults achieve their communication goals.
Abingdon Psychological Services
Daniel A. Hardwick, Psy.D.
P.O. Box 1535
845 East Main Street
Abingdon, VA 24212
(276) 676-1177
Email: drdanhardwick | at | yahoo.com
Provides psychological and developmental evaluations and therapy services.
Able to Learn, LLC
Elizabeth Yates, M.Ed., PCET
11901 Riders Lane
Reston, VA 20191
(703) 625-2551
Email: elizyates | at | gmail.com
Web: http://www.abletolearn.net
Providing assesments as well as individual and small group educational therapy for students who struggle to learn. Going beyond tutoring to deeper cognitive change.
Sheri R. Abrams, Esq.
Attorney at Law
10467 White Granite Drive, Suite 306
Oakton, VA 22124
(571) 328-5795
Email: sheri | at | sheriabrams.com
Web: http://www.sheriabrams.com
Sheri concentrates her law practice to representing clients in Virginia, Washington, DC and Maryland in their Social Security Disability appeals.
Academic Connections
PO Box 2232
Ashburn, VA 20147
(571) 766-0454; (571) 766-0452 (fax)
Email: info | at | actutor.com
Web: http://www.actutor.com
Professional In-Home Tutoring, Special Education consulting, Academic Testing & Coaching, Advocacy for students with disabilities. Remedial reading programs such as Wilson, homeschool consulting for students, K through college.
Access Independence, Inc.
403B S. Loudoun Street
Winchester, VA 22601
(540) 662-4452; (540) 722-9693 (TTY); (800) 835-2716
Email: askai | at | accessindependence.org
ACE Program – Therapeutic Recreation Services
3738 Brambleton Avenue, SW
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 772-7529; (540) 772-7548 (TTY); (540) 776-7128 (fax)
Email: msmith | at | roanokecountyva.gov
Web: http://www.roanokecountyva.gov/parks
ACE is a summer special needs recreation and specialized day care program designed for children ages 5-21 with severe and profound developmental disabilities.
Achieve Beyond
Andres Alvarado
11240 Waples Mill Rd. Suite 101
Fairfax, VA 22030
(703) 237-2219; (703) 237-2729 (fax)
Email: jdrewes | at | achievebeyondusa.com
Web: http://www.achievebeyondusa.com
Achieve Beyond is a pediatric therapy, educational and autism services company that provides early intervention health care to children in need.
ADA Information Center for Mid-Atlantic Region
TransCen, Inc.
451 Hungerford Drive, Suite 607
Rockville, MD 20850
(301) 217-0124 (V/TTY); (800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)
Email: adainfo | at | transcen.org
Web: http://www.adainfo.org/
C. Adams Consulting Services, LLC
Catherine Adams
5525 Shooters Hill Ln.
Fairfax, VA 22032
(703) 738-9984
Email: adamsadhdconsult | at | verizon.net
Web: http://www.adamsadhdconsult.com
Co-founder of the ADHD Resource Group of Northern Virginia. Catherine Adams gives parent workshops and training sessions to education professionals and support service organizations on the impacts associated of AD/HD.
ADD Treatment Center
Joseph A. Sandford, Ph.D., Director
727 Twin Ridge Lane
Richmond, VA 23235
(804) 320-0158; (804) 320-0242 (fax)
Email: jsandford | at | braintrain.com
Down-to-earth cognitive behavioral techniques to help people with ADD/ADHD. Therapy focuses on self-control, coping skills, environmental changes and, if appropriate, coordination with physicians for medication.
ADHDC
Katherine Price
3727 N. Edison Street
Arlington, VA 22207
(703) 217-8380
Email: Katherineprice | at | adhdc.com
Web: http://www.adhdc.com
ADHDC provides coaching to parents of kids with special needs. Services include behavior plans, school advocacy, a plan of action, support, and connect you with the local resources.
Advocate4ed
Kathleen Ross-Kidder, Ph.D.
14115 Lovers Lane, Suite 157
Culpeper, VA 22701
(540) 727-1144
Email: advocate4ed | at | copper.net
Web: http://www.advocate4ed.com
Nationally recognized LD/ADHD expert, licensed psychologist, providing: assessment; advocacy; staff training, IEP, FBA, BIP consultation; & individual therapy for underachieving children, adolescents & adults.
Advocating 4 Kids
Cheryl A Poe, MA Educational Consult & Advocate
Virginia Beach, VA
757-306-1942 (o); 757-286-0549(c)
Email: Yourbusychild | at | yahoo.com
Web: http://advocate4kids.org/
I provide educational support and advocacy services to parents with children who have learning disabilities. I help parents understand the their rights and assist them in ensuring their children have an equal opportunities for a free and appropriate education in the public school setting.
Advocacy Works of NOVA
Diane Gray, M.Ed
5525 Roan Chapel Dr.
Haymarket, VA 20169
(703) 585-1205
Email: dgrayedu | at | gmail.com
Providing advocacy and consultation for special needs children, including IEP review, revision and attendance at meetings. Helping parents understand their rights under IDEA.
Albemarle Therapy Center
Molly Zarski, PT
1102 Rose Hill Drive
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 979-8628; (434) 979-8536 (fax)
Email: albemarletherapy | at | embarqmail.com
Occupational, Physical and Speech therapy services for children.
All Can Read LLC
Faune Marie Watkins
6829 Elm Street, Suite 240
McLean, VA 22101
(703) 288-2943
Email: allcanread | at | starpower.net
Web: http://www.allcanread.com
Intensive multisensory reading program for children with Dyslexia and learning differences. We use a scientific researched based reading program. Wilson Certified Teacher.
American Diabetes Association
Government Affairs and Advocacy Division
1701 N. Beauregard Street
Alexandria, VA 22311
(703) 549-1500; (800) DIABETES
Web: http://www.diabetes.org
The American Diabetes Association is committed to ending discrimination against people with diabetes through its legal advocacy program.
Anderson Music Therapy Services, LLC
Noel Anderson
6342 Hampshire Dr.
Roanoke, VA 24018
(856) 217-2639
Email: amusictherapy | at | gmail.com
Web: http://www.amusictherapy.com
As a board certified music therapist, I use music as a medium to increase functional skills such as motor, cognitive, social, speech, and communication skills.
The Arc of Greater Prince William/Family Support Program
Jan Russell
13505 Hillendale Drive
Woodbridge, VA 22193
(703) 730-3124; (703) 670-8648 (fax)
Email: ksmith | at | arcgpw.org
Web: http://www.arcgpw.org
The Family Support Program provides respite care services, support groups, periodic workshops, and sponsors the annual Circle of Support Conference.
The Arc of Harrisonburg and Rockingham, Inc.
620 Simms Avenue
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 437-9214; (540) 810-0760; (540) 437-9217 (fax)
Email: arc | at | hrarc.org
Web: http://www.hrarc.org
Services include: Op Shop adult day support program, Newsletter, Adult/Teen Canteen Socials, Parent-to-Parent support group, lending library, SVAP
The Arc of Loudoun
Steve Wolfsen
P.O. Box 243
Leesburg, VA 20178
(703) 777-1939
Email: steve | at | thearcofloudoun.org
Web: http://thearcofloudoun.org
Advocates for rights of people with disabilities.
The Arc of Northern Shenandoah Valley
Nichole Pangle
119 Youth Development Ct.
Winchester, VA 22602
(540) 665-0461
Email: arcnsv | at | verizon.net
Web: http://thearcofnsv.org
Provides information, education and advocacy services to people with disabilities, their families and professionals
The Arc of Northern Virginia
Nancy Mercer
98 N Washington St
Falls Church, VA 22046
(703) 532-3214; (703) 532-3398 (fax)
Email: info | at | thearcofnova.org
Web: http://thearcofnova.org
Provides advocacy and support to individuals with disabilities and their families. Special Needs Trust Management, DD Waiver Management, GOLR, Information & Referral.
*The Arc of Virginia
2025 East Main Street, Suite 120
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 649-8481; (804) 649-3585 (fax)
Email: criely | at | arcofva.org
Web: http://www.arcofva.org
Arlington Special Education PTA
Theresa Waddell
5109 Little Falls Rd
Arlington, VA 22207
(703) 801-7594; (703) 881-9174 (fax)
Email: theresa | at | waddellcpa.com
Web: http://www.arlingtonsepta.org
Organized under the Virginia and National PTA, ArlingtonSEPTA is Virginia’s First! We serve all children with special educational needs and their families in Arlington County.
Ashburn Psychological Services
Michael Oberschneider, Psy.D.
44110 Ashburn Village Boulevard
Ashburn Village Shopping Center, Suite 251
Ashburn, VA 20147
(703) 338-1138; (703) 468-1404; (703) 468-1413 (fax)
Email: info | at | ashburnpsych.com
Web: http://www.ashburnpsych.com
Dedicated to excellence in psychological practice, Ashburn Psychological Services offers a wide array of diagnostic, psychotherapy and consultation services for children, adolescents, adults and families.
Asperger Family Support
Mary Huff
505 Village Woods
Earlysville, VA 22936
(434) 973-0763
Email: maryhuff | at | comcast.net
Asperger Family Support is located in the Charlottesville, VA area. Email group list and support group meetings are free of charge. Private consultation available for fee.
Assistive Technology Therapy Services, LLC
TL Dubovsky, MEd, MEd, CCC-SLP
PO Box 1434
Middleburg, VA 20118
(703) 231-4530
Email: info | at | assistivetechtherapy.com
Web: http://www.assistivetechtherapy.com
Providing in-home speech therapy and assistive technology services
The Auburn School, Herndon Campus
Sara Corbett, Admissions
13525 Dulles Technology Drive, Suite 101
Herndon, VA 20171
(703) 793-9353
Email: admissions.herndon | at | theauburnschool.org
Web: http://www.theauburnschool.org
The mission of The Auburn School is to grow the social and academic potential of bright students with social and communication challenges.
The Aurora School
Jennifer Lassiter
205-B North Maple Avenue
Purcellville, VA 20132
(540) 751-1414; (540) 751-1411 (fax)
Email: TheAuroraSchool | at | aol.com
The Aurora School is a non-profit school serving children with autism using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) offering both center-based and home-based services.
Autism and Behavior Support Services
Robin Moyher
3014 Gatepost Lane
Oak Hill, VA 20171
(703) 391-1754
Email: info | at | autismbehaviorss.com
Web: http://www.autismbehaviorss.com/
Our goal is to help parents to help their children reach social and educational milestones in the home and school.
Autism Center of Virginia at VCU
Shirley Wiley, PhD, Director
1400 Westwood Ave., Suite 101
Richmond, VA 23227
(804) 827-3801; (804) 827-3822
Email: autismcenter | at | vcu.org
Autism and Educational Diagnostics
Dr. Norm Geller
4323 Cox Rd.
Glen Allen, VA 23060
(804) 396-3211; (804) 967-9003 (fax)
Email: normgellerphd | at | gmail.com
Web: http://autismandeducationaldiagnostics.com
Assessment in autism and educationally related disabilites. Provide school consultation and facilitation of intervention strategies within the school and guide families through the school process.
Autism Interventions of Richmond
Rosemary Hardwich
13311 Farm Crest Court
Midlothian, VA 23112
(804) 266-1105; (804) 651-6578
Email: rhardwich | at | comcast.net
Certified Relationship Development Intervention(tm) (RDI) Consultant to work with families that have children wtih Autism.
Autism Outreach, Inc.
Michelle L. Hurst M.Ed.
701 Emerald Hill Drive
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 669-4972
Email: AutismOutreach | at | hotmail.com
Web: www.AutismOutreach.org
We specialize in Discrete Trial Teaching, Fluency Instruction and Verbal Behavior ABA programs.
Autism Outreach Inc.
Kellie O’Donnell
455 SpringPark Place, Suite 200A
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 689-0019; (703) 689-0039 (fax)
Email: kodonnell | at | autismoutreach.org
Web: http://www.autismoutreach.org
ABA/VB home/office one on one programs: Social groups, ABA Consultation, Winter/Spring/Summer Camps, Play Therapy
* Autism Society of America, Central Virginia
P.O. Box 29364
Richmond, VA 23242
(804) 257-0192; (804) 290-0286 (fax)
Email: asacv | at | aol.com
Web: www.asacv.org
* Autism Society of America, Northen Virginia Chapter
Kymberly S. DeLoatche
98 N. Washington St.
Falls Church, VA 22046
(703) 495-8444; (703) 532-3398 (fax)
Email: asanv.ed | at | gmail.com
Web: http://asanv.org
We provide information and support to individuals with autism and their families in the Northern Virginia area.
Autism Society of America, South Central Virginia
PO Box 10756
Danville, Virginia
(434) 685-7815
Provides information, education, and support for area people with autism and their families.
Autism Society of America – Tidewater Chapter
Angel Barnhill
6300 East Virginia Beach Blvd
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 461-4474
Email: tidewaterasa | at | verizon.net
Web: http://tidewaterasa.org
Information, education, referral, and support for anyone affected by autism in the Hampton Roads community.
Jean Galloway Ball, P.L.C.
10306 Eaton Place, Suite 130
Fairfax, VA 22030
(703) 359-9213; (703) 591-0553 (fax)
Email: jgball | at | uselderlaw.com
Web: http://www.uselderlaw.com
Our attorneys work with disabled adults, their families, and parents of special needs children to ensure high-quality care and support in living a full life.
Bass Educational Services, LLC
Judith S Bass, CEP
8304 Old Courthouse Road, Suite B
Vienna, VA 22182
(703) 462-9299; (240) 220-0654 (fax)
Email: info | at | basseducationalservices.com
Web: http://www.BassEducationalServices.com
Comprehensive college planning services for students with learning differences, beginning as early as freshman year. Families are guided throughout the college selection and admissions process.
Beacon Counseling and Consulting
Carrie Fancett Pagels, Ph.D.
372 McLaws Circle, Ste 2
Williamsburg, VA 23185
(757) 564-3100; (757) 564-3500 (fax)
Email: cfpagels | at | aol.com
Licensed Clinical Psychologist with doctorate in School Psychology. Over twenty years experience working with individuals with disabilities. Pre-schoolers through adults.
Behavioral Care Services
Sarika Garga
7350 Heritage Village Plaza, Suite 101
Gainesville, VA 20155
(703) 398-1085
Email: info | at | behavioral-care.com
Web: http://www.behavioral-care.com
We provide Psycho-Educational Evaluations, Treatment & Testing for Learning Disabilities & ADHD, Therapy for treatment of Depression,Anxiety and Behavioral & Emotional Disorders.
Behavioral Therapeutic Options, P.C.
Angela Adkins
28 Meadow Lane, Suite A
Fishersville, VA 22939
(540) 942-0916
Email: angela5830 | at | aol.com
We offer in home services and training in the following areas: Positive Behavioral Supports, staff and family education, functional communication and creating multi-sensory environments.
Behavioral Therapy & Consultation VA, LLC
Kelly L. Eakin, MS, BCBA
11350 Random Hills Road, Suite 240
Fairfax, VA 22030
(703) 537-0700; (703) 517-0688 (fax)
Email: kellyeakin | at | familypriority.net
Web: http://eakinbehaviorconsultva.org
We provide quality and assessment based treatments to children with Autism, Asperger’s, developmental disabilities and other challenging behaviors. Our in-home services are currently available throughout Northern Virginia and the surrounding areas.
The Bibb Cook Group LLC
7513 Republic Court #304
Alexandria, VA 22306
(866) 372-5910; (703) 565-2846 (fax)
Email: thebibbcookgroup | at | gmail.com
Educational Advocate assisting parents with procuring educational and therapeutic supports. Conduct classroom observations, provide testing and expert testimony and facilitate parent’s support groups.
Blue Ridge Autism and Achievement Center
Angela Leonard
312 Whitwell Drive
Roanoke, VA 24019
(540) 366-7399; (540) 366-5523 (fax)
Email: braac.roanoke | at | gmail.com
Web: http://www.braacroanoke.org
Blue Ridge Autism and Achievement Center is a private day school dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals with unique learning challenges.
Blue Ridge Music Therapy
Jennifer Capone, MT-BC
111 Valleywood Drive
Forest, VA 24551
(434) 941-5951
Email: info | at | blueridgemusictherapy.com
Web: http://www.blueridgemusictherapy.com
Providing high-quality Music Therapy services through Early Intervention, Special Education in the schools, and private services.
Brain Injury Association of VA
3212 Cutshaw Avenue, Suite 315
Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 355-5748; (800) 334-8443 (in VA)
Email: info | at | biav.net
Web: http://www.biav.net/
BrainTrain
727 Twin Ridge Lane
Richmond, VA 23235
(804) 320-0105
Email: info | at | braintrain.com
Web: www.braintrain.com
Breakthrough Developmental Services, LLC
Barbara Erby
P.O. Box 5124
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(240) 355-0834; (301) 559-7006 (fax)
Email: Info | at | BDSHelps.com
Web: http://www.BDSHelps.com
Individualized, comprehensive and functional curriculum programs provided by an experienced Education and Behavioral Consultant.
Bridging the Gap: A Special Needs Symposium
P.O. Box 20361
Roanoke, VA 24018
ATTN: Christopher Desimone
This is a non-profit annual event in Roanoke focusing on families with special needs children. It is a free, public one-day conference. If you need further information, please notify me and I will send you the materials.
William Brownley, Esq.
Attorney at Law
11710 Plaza America Drive, Suite 2000
Reston, VA 20190
(703) 758-5562; (703) 758-5561 (fax)
Email: BillBrownley | at | Brownleylaw.com
Web: http://www.BrownleyLaw.com
A law firm that specializes in education law and advocacy. Serves the Washington metropolitan area. Provides integrated educational services from advocacy to legal representation.
Mary C. Burch, Psy.D., PC
708 Mobjack Place
Newport News, VA 23606
(757) 873-1958
Email: mcburch | at | yahoo.com
I offer comprehensive educational evaluations for children with specific learning disabilities, as well as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
Steve Burdin, IEP and Assessments
32 Haversack Rd.
Palmyra, VA 22963
(434) 906-3072
Email: steveburdin13 | at | gmail.com
Provide assistance with understanding content of an IEP and test assessments. Discuss strategies for receving FAPE. Promote Universal Design for Learning (UDL) strategies for diversity of learners
Dan Campbell, LCSW
10560 Main Street, Suite 411
Fairfax, VA 22030
(703) 352-3812
Email: dancampbell | at | aol.com
A Clinical Social Work practice specializing in treating children with disabilities. Services include individual and family psychotherapy, communication with schools and other professionals, and referrals.
Wendy T Carannante, MS, EdS, NCSP, Psychologist
800 Westwood Office Park
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 656-3114
Email: wendycarannante@gmail.com
Web: http://www.wendycarannante.com
Psychological and educational testing, educational consultation, cognitive training
Cardinal Reading Strategies, LLC
Walter E. Dunson, PhD
20225 Maple Leaf Court
Montgomery Village, MD 20886
(202) 595-4002
Email: drwed | at | cardinalreading.com
Web: http://www.cardinalreading.com
Science-based reading instruction that meets the needs of students requiring primary instruction or remediation in the reading and spelling of the English language.
CARES – Children’s Academic Resource & Educational Services
Kellie Meehan
801 West View Terrace
Alexandria, VA 22301-2749
(571) 214-9401
Email: kellie.cares | at | gmail.com
Web: http://caresresources.com
Resource Specialists for parents to assist in locating appropriate local resources – tutors, coaches, testers, O/T’s, therapists, speech & more. Help with the IEP/ISP processes & procedures.
Cary Street Partners
Andre G. Pineda
250 Executive Center Parkway
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 735-2846; (540) 735-2840; (540) 735-2841 (fax)
Email: apineda1 | at | carystreetpartners.com
Web: http://carystreetpartners.com
I work with families and individuals with disabled children to create appropriate investment strategies. I’m the parent of a child with Down Syndrome.
Celebrate!ADHD
43192 Newbridge Square
Ashburn, VA 20148
(703) 508-7908
Email: ADHDcamps | at | aol.com
Web: http://www.celebrateADHD.com
We provide positive Camp experiences for children with special needs throughout the year.
The Center for Adoption Support and Education, Inc. (C.A.S.E.)
8505 Arlington Blvd, Suite 420
Fairfax, VA 22031
(703) 573-3701; (703) 573-3704 (fax)
Email: caseadopt | at | adoptionsupport.org
Web: www.adoptionsupport.org
C.A.S.E. is a support center for adoptive families, providing specialized therapeutic services as well as numerous educational programs. C.A.S.E. offers several programs for promoting school success for adopted children and teens, particularly those whose learning may be impacted by pre-adoptive experiences.
Center for Autism & Related Disorders (CARD)
5101-E Backlick Road
Annandale, VA 22003
(703) 256-6383; (703) 256-6384 (fax)
Email: m.cassell | at | centerforautism.com
Web: http://www.centerforautism.com
CARD is among the world’s largest and most experienced organizations effectively treating children with autism and related developmental disorders. We provide information, training, supervision and therapy services throughout the US and the world.
Changing Paces, PC
Annie Cardwell, PT
PO Box 1237
King George, VA 22485
(540) 902-7298
Email: changingpacespc | at | gmail.com
Web: http://changingpacespc.com
Physical therapy practice using the horses’ movement (hippotherapy) as a treatment strategy. Treatments provided by a specially trained and licensed physical therapist.
Chesapeake Bay Academy
Kris Rossi
821 Baker Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
(757) 497-6200; (757) 497-6304 (fax)
Email: krossi | at | cba-va.org
Web: http://www.cba-va.org
Chesapeake Bay Academy is the only licensed and accredited 1-12 independent school in Southeastern Virginia dedicated to educating bright students with Learning Differences and Attention Disorders.
Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disorders (CH.A.D.D.)
National: www.chadd.org/findchap.htm
Tidewater Chapter: www.tidewaterchadd.org
Children with Special Health Care Needs Program
Division of Child & Adolescent Health, Room 137
Virginia Department of Health
P.O. Box 2448
Richmond, VA 23218
(804) 786-7367
Web: http://www.vdh.state.va.us/
Children’s Speech Therapy Center
Curtis Waters
44025 Pipeline Plaza Suite 105
Ashburn, VA 20147
and
299 Herndon Parkway Suite 110
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 858-7388; (703) 435-0488
Email: cwaters | at | childrens-speech.com
Web: http://www.childrens-speech.com
CSTC specializes in pediatric speech and language development and provides evaluation and treatment of communication delays or disorders for children of all ages.
Christian Psychotherapy Services
Sandra L. Bisson, M.A., L.P.C.
281 Independence Parkway, Suite 326
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
(757) 490-0377; (757) 497-1327 (fax)
Email: SLBissonLPC | at | gmail.com
Licensed Professional Counselor AND Doctoral Intern: Clinical Psychology; full services including: psychoeducational testing and individual, group and family therapy.
Clear Speech Now
Betty R. Walton
P.O. Box 6204
Newport News, VA 23602
(757) 871-9790; (757) 595-4888 (fax)
Email: bw | at | clearspeechnow.com<
Web: http://www.clearspeechnow.com
Provide speech and language services to children of various disabilities, specializing in Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Clearly Speaking Therapy
209 Elden Street, Suite 204
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 435-0488; (571) 323-0030 (fax)
Email: info | at | clearlyspeakingtherapy.com
Web: http://www.clearlyspeakingtherapy.com
We provide screenings, testing and treatment for children with a variety of communication disorders including articulation, stuttering, tongue thrust, Apraxia and language.
Clinical Associates of Tidewater
Jeffrey S. Katz, Ph.D.
6320 North Center Drive, Suite 101
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 456-0505; (757) 456-0817 (fax)
Email: duzlaps | at | gmail.com
Evaluation/treatment: AD/HD, learning disabilities, behavior disorders. Advocacy. IEP’s, Functional Behavior Analysis, Behavior Intervention Plans.
Clinical Neuropsychology Services, LLC
Amy M. Pacos, Psy.D.
200 North Glebe Rd. Suite 1050
Arlington, VA 22203
(703) 231-5117; (703) 875-0576 (fax)
Email: amympacos | at | hotmail.com
Web: http://www.clinicalneuropsychologyservices.com
Dr. Pacos specializes in evaluation, therapy, and consultation services for children and adolescents.
Club Z! In-Home Tutoring
Jennifer Low
5717 Habersham Way
Alexandria, VA 22310
(703) 971-2689
Email: clubzhtutoring | at | aol.com
Web: www.VirginiaTutoring.com
Club Z! in-Home Tutoring provides tutoring services in your home for all age, all subjects. We also provide SAT/ACT prep, languages, piano, computer tutoring.
Dolores Cody, Ph.D. & Associates
8424 Dorsey Circle, Suite 101
Manassas, VA 20110
(703) 368-3769
Website: www.family-resource.com
Services include educational consultation, advocacy, psycho-educational assessment, neuro-psychological assessment, and therapy.
Cohen, Dowd & Madsen, LLC
Maxine Cohen or Kathy Dowd
8315 Electric Ave
Vienna, VA 22182
(703) 973-5510; (571) 283-9400
Email: cdmadvocacy3 | at | gmail.com
Web: http://speceducationadvocatescandd.com
Advocacy, consultation, executive coaching and tutoring. Specialize in creating positive working relationships between families and schools while securing the best services for children.
Coleman Therapy Center
Catherine Coleman
5709 Centre Square Drive
Centreville, VA 20120
(571) 242-2489
Email: jjccoleman | at | gmail.com
Web: http://colemantherapycenter.com
Speech/Language Evaluations and Therapy including use of PROMPT, The Listening Program and school advocacy. Parent groups and social skills groups available.
*Commonwealth Autism Service
(Formerly known as The Autism Program of Virginia, TAP-VA)
2201 West Broad Street
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 355-0300
Email: information | at | autismva.org
Web: http://www.autismva.org/
*Commonwealth Autism Service
(Formerly known as The Autism Program of Virginia, TAP-VA)
Becky Boswell
2201 West Broad Street, Suite 107
Richmond, VA 23220
(800) 649-8481; (804) 355-0300; (804) 355-0932 (fax)
Email: information | at | autismva.org
Web: http://www.autismva.org
Information & Referral, Consultation & Training in Schools, Program Development & Design, Collaboration, and Development of Autism Action Groups.
Commonwealth Autism Service
John Toscano, MSW, MBA
2201 W Broad Street, Suite 107
Richmond, VA 23220
(800) 649-8481; (804) 355-0932 (fax)
Email: information | at | autismva.org
Web: http://www.autismva.org
Information & Referral, Diagnostic & Assessment Clinic, Partnership for Capacity Development in Schools, Learning Institute, Assessment Team Training, Autism Action Groups
Commonwealth Community Trust (CCT)
P.O. Box 24908
Richmond, VA 23242-0408
(804) 740-6930; (804) 740-6065 (fax)
Email: info | at | commonwealthcommunitytrust.org
Web: http://www.commonwealthcommunitytrust.org
CCT, a national nonprofit established in 1990, administers third party Special Needs Trusts and self-funded Pooled Disability Trusts that protect SSI and Medicaid.
Continuum Autism Spectrum Alliance
Jamie Bassos
1651 Old Meadow Road, Suite 600
McLean, VA 22102
(703) 564-1662; (866) 857-0246 (fax)
Email: contact | at | autismspectrumalliance.com
Web: http://www.autismspectrumalliance.com
Functional Behavioral Assessments, Home Based ABA Programming,Early Intervention, Verbal Behavior, Home/School Coordination, Neuropsychological Evaluations
Cornerstone Therapy Associates
Wendy Atkinson
12371 Cottage Woods Dr
Ashland, VA 23005
(804) 363-7214; (804) 798-5278 (fax)
Email: WendyOT4U | at | aol.com
Private direct and consultative occupational therapy services for all disabilities. Specialty in autism and Aspergers. In home services available.
The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)
Web: http://www.cec.sped.org/
Creative Communication Concepts, PLC
Pat Cole
3719 Russell Rd.
Woodbridge, VA 22192-4903
(703) 328-8704; (703) 580-8801 (fax)
Email: patriciarcole | at | comcast.net
Web: http://www.cccspeech.com
Pediatric practice 20+ years experience. Treatment of children with developmental delays & neurological concerns including: autism, feeding, oral motor, dyspraxia, speech articulation & language.
Creative Health Solutions
Richard Feingold
3900 Jermantown Rd., Suite 150
Fairfax, VA 22030
(703) 910-5006; (888) 314-6706 (fax)
Email: richard.feingold | at | creativehealthllc.com
Web: http://www.creativehealthllc.com
Focusing on pediatric special needs: including customized occupational, speech, allied therapies; therapeutic social groups; other unique innovative programs; care coordination and advocacy.
Department for the Blind and Visually Impaired
397 Azalea Avenue
Richmond, VA 23227-3600
(804) 371-3140
Email: slonnegr | at | dbvi.state.va.us
Web: http://www.vdbvi.org/
disAbility Resource Center
Kimberly Lett
409 Progress St.
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 373-2559; (540) 373-8126 (fax)
Email: klett | at | cildrc.org
Center for Independent Living providing Independent Living Skills Training, Peer Counseling, Advocacy, I&R, Deaf Outreach, Personal Assistance Services, Benefits Planning, and Youth Services.
Disabled Action Committee of Virginia
14405 Artery Ln#11
Dale City, VA 22193
(703) 878-1737
Email: dac4va | at | aol.com
Web: http://dac4va.org/main.htm
Some people grin and bear it. Others smile and change it.
Shena Dixon Mason, Esq., CDFA
44121 Harry Byrd Highway, Ste. 255
Ashburn, VA 20147
(703) 659-9922; (800) 507-6145 (fax)
Email: shena | at | dixonmason.com
Web: http://www.dixonmason.com
10+ years in special education and advocacy. Answers to quick questions. Legal literacy is key to accessing educational services. Central, Hampton Roads, and Northern VA
DKB Speech and Language Services & More, PLLC
Deniece Payne-Owner/Director
503 Sophia Street
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(571) 330-8120; (540) 693-1022 (fax)
Email: dkbtherapyservices | at | yahoo.com
Web: http://www.dkbtherapyservices.com
We provide evaluations, clinic and home base Speech, OT, PT, Assistive Technology & Special Needs Services.
Nikia Dower, MS, CCC-SLP/L, BCBA
Corporate Office Address: 9845 Business Way
Manassas, Virginia 20110
and
Clinic Address: 24328 Goshen Road
Aldie, VA 20105
(703) 618-6180; (703) 257-4841 (fax)
Email: nikia.dower | at | dowerandassociates.com
Web: http://www.dowerandassociates.com
Multi – disciplinary private practice with a focus in speech/language, education and behavior analysis. Social skills groups and inclusive summer camp also offered.
* Down Syndrome Association of Hampton Roads
6300 E. Virginia Beach Blvd.
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 466-DOWN (3696); (757) 461-5375 (fax)
Web: http://www.dsahr.org
Serving the needs of individuals with Down syndrome through education, advocacy, family support and social opportunities.
* Down Syndrome Association of Northern Virginia
Heather A. Trammell
98 N. Washington Street
Falls Church, VA 22046
(703) 621-7129
Email: parenttoparent | at | dsanv.org
Web: http://www.dsanv.org
Serving N. Virginia individuals with Down syndrome and their families with necessary support to participate in, contribute to and achieve fulfillment of life in their community.
Down Syndrome Association of Roanoke
Patricia D. Macdonald
P.O. Box 4683
Roanoke, Virginia 24015
(540) 772-6460
Email: info | at | dsar.org
Web: http://www.dsar.org
Parent support / study group serving families, friends and providers in southwest Virginia. Provide free quarterly newsletter, meetings with free child care.
Easter Seals Virginia
201 E. Main Street
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 362-1656; (800) 365-1656 (In VA)
Educational Connections
3923 University Ave
Fairfax, VA 22030
(703) 934-8282; (703) 934-1222 (fax)
Email: info | at | ectutoring.com
Web: http://ectutoring.com
At-home tutoring for students with disabilities. Services also include educational coaching, research-proven reading interventions, testing and special education advocacy.
Educational Diagnostics/Wingspan
Dr. Geller
4196-A Innslake Drive
Glen Allen, VA 23060
(804) 967-9002; (804) 828-2675; (804) 967-9003 (fax)
Email: njgeller | at | verizon.net
Psychoeducational evaluation and school consultation.
Elite Education Consulting
Marla Faith Crawford
1013 Bolton Road
Richmond, VA 23225
(804) 397-4480
Email: marlacrawford | at | yahoo.com
Curriculum, program and professional development in math, science and Special Education. Advocate in education for students with disabilities.
The Endependence Center
6300 East Virginia Beach Blvd.
Norfolk, VA 23502-2827
(757) 461-8007; (757) 461-7527 (TDD); (757) 455-8223 (fax)
Email: ecinorf | at | endependence.org
Web: http://www.endependence.org/
Epilepsy Foundation of Virginia
UVA Medical Center
P.O. Box 800659
Charlottesville, VA 22908
(804) 924-8678; (804) 982-6327 (TTY); (800) 332-1000
Email: epi | at | avenue.org
Web: http://www.efva.org/
EsSENSE of Play Therapy Center
David Carpenter
2400 Valley Avenue, Suite #9
Winchester, VA 22601
(540) 678-8568; (540) 323-2814
Email: essenseofplay | at | verizon.net
Web: http://eoptherapy.com
Sensory Integration therapy and assessment using the SIPT on site. All Occupational Therapy Staff. Handwriting enhancement, perceptual and fine motor development. Ages 0-15.
Everyday Miracles, LLC
Stacie Mikels
496 King David Drive
Linden, VA 22642
(540) 636-7582; (866) 923-3227 (fax)
Email: EverydayMiraclesLLC | at | gmail.com
Providing advocacy and support to individuals with disabilities and their families. Service Facilitation for the EDCD Waiver servicing Warren, Fauquier, Shenandoah, Rappahannock, Frederick counties and Northern VA.
Exceptional Children’s Center
Tracy Greer, DOT, MS, OTR/L
7001 A Loisdale Road
Springfield, VA 22150
(703) 971-0602; (703) 971-0606 (fax)
Email: info | at | exceptionalchildrenscenter.com
Web: http://www.exceptionalchildrenscenter.com
Exceptional Children’s Center offers pediatric Occupational, Physical, Speech, Art Therapy.
Fairfax County Health Department Speech & Hearing Clinic
3750 Old Lee Highway
Fairfax, VA 22030
Email: jaime.vasas | at | fairfaxcounty.gov
Web: http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/hd/speech
Seech therapy provided including: autism, aphasia, apraxia, articulation, language, cleft palate, voice, feeding & oral motor.
The Faison School for Autism
Kathy Matthews, Ph.D.
1701 Byrd Ave.
Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 612-1947; (804) 612-1955 (fax)
Email: info | at | thefaisonschool.org
Web: http://www.thefaisonschool.org
Comprehensive services for children and young adults on the autism spectrum based in applied behavior analysis.
Family Priority, LLC
Christine Clark
1317 Jamestown Rd., Suite 102-B
Williamsburg, VA 23185
(757) 645-3860; (757) 645-3873 (fax)
Email: christineclark | at | familypriority.net
Web: http://www.familypriority.net
We provide in-home applied behavior analysis services to children with autism and related disorders. We develop effective, individualized, behavior reduction and skill acquisition programs.
* Federation of Families of Virginia
Vicki Hardy-Murrell
8660 Staples Mill Road
Richmond, VA 23228
(804) 264-8428; (877) 264-8366; (804) 264-8426 (fax)
Email: vhardy-murrell | at | medhomeplus.org
We provide advice, support and education for families and professionals dealing with children and adolescents with mental, emotional and behavioral issues. We are also involved in advocacy issues and in improving the delivery systems in Virginia.
Fredericksburg Learning Enhancement Center
810 Westwood Office Park
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 368-1960
Email: info | at | fredericksburglearningcenter.net
Web: http://fredericksburglearningcenter.net
A diagnostic and tutorial center specializing in learning disabilities, dyslexia, ADD/ADHD, nonverbal learning disorders, and processing disorders.
Megan F. Gerbracht, Psy.D., Clinical Psychologist
6862 Elm St., Suite 230
McLean, VA 22101
(703) 627-9086
Email: DrGerbracht | at | gmail.com
I specialize in treating children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. I also offer consultation and guidance to parents of newly diagnosed children on the Autism Spectrum.
Getting Involved with Families the Community and Schools (G.I.F.T.S.)
A special needs network in central Virginia
Contact: Lisa Mansini
(804) 560-7172
Chesterfield, Henrico, Richmond, Hanover, New Kent, Goochland and surrounding areas
Web: http://www.geocities.com/specialneedgifts
Terry Gingras PhD
710 Denbigh Blvd, Ste 6B
Newport News, VA 23608
(757) 833-7107; (757) 833-7109 (fax)
Email: terrygingrasphd | at | verizon.net
Web: terrygingrasphd.com
Neuropsychological evaluation of Learning Disabilities/ Attention Deficit Disorder/ neurological conditions. Therapy. Parent training. Coaching.
Janis W. Gold, LPC, LMFT
6845 Elm Street, Ste 440
McLean, VA 22101
(703) 408-4737
Email: janisgold | at | verizon.net
Individual, couples, family psychotherapy; social skills training; school advocacy for learning diability concerns. Over 30 years clinical, supervisory experience.
HandiNet
Grass-roots activism, public education, and advocacy
Mailing list: http://www.handinet.org/Listservs.htm
Handling With Care Therapy Services, PLLC
Cathy Petway, M.Ed., OTR/L
710 Denbigh Boulevard, Suite 2C
Newport News, VA 23608-4427
(757) 988-0019; (757) 988-0038 (fax)
Email: handlingwithcare | at | verizon.net
HWC is a pediatric outpatient clinic specializing in occupational and speech therapy services. We provide services to children of all ages and disabilities.
Hanover County Schools’ Parent Resource Center
Kelly Jones
PRC at John M. Gandy Elementary School
201 Archie Cannon Drive
Ashland, VA 23005
(804) 365-4596; (804) 365-4659 (fax)
Email: hanoverprc | at | hcps.us
Web: http://hcps.us/instruction/parentresourc
We help parents of students with special needs by providing education, training, guidance and support regarding all disabilities and SPED regulations and laws.
Harbor House Law Press, Inc.
P. O. Box 480
Hartfield, VA 23071
(804) 758-8400; Orders (877) 529-4332
Email: webmaster | at | harborhouselaw.com
Web: www.harborhouselaw.com
Heart’s Desire Equine Assisted Rehabilitation Center
Serving Berryville, VA and the surrounding areas
(540) 722-0611
We are a NARHA center providing therapeutic horseback riding and hippotherapy sessions conducted by a licensed occupational therapist.
Ruth Heitin, Ph.D.
Educational Consulting Services
100 West Howell Avenue,
Alexandria, VA 22301
(703) 519-7181; (703) 519-4737 (fax)
Website: http://www.educationalconsultingva.com
Dr. Heitin offers assessment, advocacy and consultation with parents. She works with teachers, guidance counselors, pediatricians, and other professionals to develop a quality educational programs for children.
Karla Helbert LPC
3903 Monument Avenue, Suite F
Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 892-2782
Email: karla | at | karlahelbert.com
Web: http://www.karlahelbert.com
Private psychotherapist with over 15 years experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families on the spectrum. Use of art and expressive techniques in practice.
Helping Hands Rockbridge
Susan L. H. Lawrence, M.S.
1748 Big Hill Road
Lexington, VA 24450
(540) 460-7055
Email: helpinghands | at | rockbridge.net
We provide advocacy information, resources and support for parents participating in the IEP process. Areas covered include Bath, Buena Vista, Alleghany, Lexington and Rockbridge. Specialized information for adoptive and foster parents is also available.
Charles M. Henter, Esq.
Attorney at Law
252 East High St.
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 817-1840
Email: inquiry | at | henterlaw.com
Web: http://www.henterlaw.com
I represent children and individuals with disabilities who require legal assistance involving special education, disability discrimination & harassment, employment concerns, juvenile justice issues, and civil rights.
Holly Hilton, Esq.
Attorney at Law
P.O. Box 1592
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 984-6752; (540) 661-3486; (434) 220-2292 (fax)
Email: hhilton | at | hiltonmckeeverlaw.com
Web: http://www.hiltonmckeeverlaw.com
Attorney who practices education law in the Charlottesville, Culpeper and surrounding geographic areas.
* I.E.P. P.R.O. PARENTS
Wendy Roundy
PO BOX 1416
Gloucester, VA 23061
(757) 508-6389; (757) 508-6386
Email: Dukfrog | at | aol.com
Non-profit Middle Peninsula Advocacy Support for parents of children with Special Needs and Disabilities.
The International Dyslexia Association – Virginia Branch
Web: http://www.interdys.org/servlet/viewbranch?branch_id=40
J & C Behavioral Therapy, LLC
Cynthia Escobar
P.O. Box 9071
Alexandria, VA 22304
(571) 249-4883
Email: jcbehavioraltherapy | at | gmail.com
J & C Behavioral Therapy, LLC is dedicated to using premier behavior analytic/early intervention services to enrich the lives of children with autism and other developmental disabilities.
Harvey E. Jacobs, Ph.D., LLC
9221 Forest Hill Avenue
Richmond, VA 23235
(804) 323-5560; (804) 814-0609; (804) 323-5562 (fax)
Email: hejacobs | at | comcast.net
Behavior Analyst and Licensed Clinical Psychologist. Provide services to children and families to help people create opportunity from challenge. Work in homes, schools and at my office.
Janus Solutions
Mike Murden
2509 Springhaven Dr.
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 788-1513
Email: info | at | JanusSolutions.biz
Web: http://www.JanusSolutions.biz
We provide leadership and soft skill development workshops and personal coaching for teens and young adults with disabilities.
Jenkins & Jenkins
Peter A. Jenkins, Esq.
401 Ridge Street
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 563-4462; (434)533-9163 (fax)
Email: peterjenkinsclient | at | gmail.com
Family run law firm providing legal assistance to children in special education, school discipline, juvenile delinquency, and young adult criminal matters.
JMU Occupational Therapy Clinical Ed. Services
Heather Kennell
MSC 9022
Harrisonburg, VA 22807
(540) 568-4980
Email: kennelha | at | jmu.edu
Web: http://otces.cisat.jmu.edu
JMU-OTCES provides pediatric occupational therapy services to children and adolescents.
The Journey Development Center
Denise Jones
8502 Rainbow Bridge Lane
Springfield, Virginia 22153
(703) 455-4186
Email: my-journey | at | att.net
We attend meetings. Obtain appropriate goals, services. Protect your rights. Explanations in understandable terms. Facilitation and case management. Hold workshops and seminars. Multi-disciplinary team.
JSSA (Jewish Social Service Agency)
3018 Javier Road, Second Floor
Fairfax, VA 22031
(703) 204-9100; (703) 204-9590 (fax)
Email: info | at | jssa.org
Web: http://www.jssa.org
JSSA provides evaluation and treatment; counseling and therapy; and social skills groups, for children and teens with special needs. JSSA has offices in Bethesda, Gaithersburg, Rockville, Silver Spring and Fairfax, VA.
JustChildren
Legal Aid Justice Center
1000 Preston Avenue
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 977-0553; (434) 977-0558 (fax); (800) 578-8111
JustChildren provides community education and legal assistance for children and families. Special education and school discipline are priority issues. Legal assistance is generally restricted to income eligible families. JustChildren also has offices in Richmond (804) 643-1086 and Petersburg (804) 862-2297.
Kid Skills Pediatric Occupational Therapy
Kathi L. Adams, MS,OTR/L
1849 Plaza Drive
Winchester, VA 22601
(540) 535-0777
Email: otkidskills | at | yahoo.com
Occupational therapy services with an emphasis on sensory-motor, play, and social skill development. Individual and small groups. School/ home consultations available.
Kingstowne Pediatric OT Center
Dr. Tracy Greer
13890 Braddock Road, Suite 205
Centreville, VA 20121
(703) 971-0602; (703) 564-8488 (fax)
Email: tracy | at | pedsot.net
Web: http://www.pedsot.net
Pediatric Occupational Therapy Specialist.
Janet Lachowsky / Jennifer Crawford
400 Coalfield Road
Midlothian, VA 23112
(804) 897-7440; (804) 897-7441 (fax)
A school for children with autism and developmental delays that focuses on one-on-one teaching using ABA Principles and Sensory Integration. Ages 2-12.
Dorothy Lange, M.S.Ed
2431 Inglewood Ct.
Falls Church, VA 22043
(703) 204-4545
Email: lange.dorothy | at | gmail.com
Educational diagnostician and therapist specializing in reading disabilities. Intensive, individualized research based reading programs for students struggling with reading or not reading to their potential.
Lindsey Lawson, Esq.
Attorney at Law
228 S. Washington St., Suite 330
Alexandria, VA 22314
(571) 483-5002; (703) 544-7845 (fax)
Email: Lindsey | at | LLawsonLaw.com
Web: http://LLawsonLaw.com
Represents children and young adults in juvenile/adult criminal matters. Advocates on behalf of youth with school discipline and/or special education needs.
Lead, LLC
5312 Balfor Drive
Virginia Beach, VA 23464
(757) 409-1079; (757) 523-4077 (fax)
Email: advcat | at | cox.net
Provide free consultant services for all disabilities (IEP, eligibility). Will attend all meetings except mediation amd due process.
Lead Changes Therapy Services, Inc
Natalie Baker, CTRS
42395 Ryan Rd., Ste 112-109
Ashburn, VA 20148
(703) 943-0566
Email: natalie | at | leadchangestherapy.com
Web: http://www.leadchangestherapy.com
LCTS, Inc offers Community Inclusion and Aquatic Therapy services by therapists in the Northern VA area’s home, school and community settings.
L.E.A.P. Ahead, Inc.
Talisha A. Herring
8569 Sudley Road, Suite E
Manassas, VA 20110
(703) 392-6166; (703) 392-6127 (fax)
Email: leapahead2002 | at | aol.com
We provide ABA Therapy, VB Therapy, Play/Social Groups and a variety of other services individualized to your child needs.
Learning Connections Tutoring
Kristin Forman, MED
8424 Dorsey Circle, Suite 101
Manassas, VA 20110
(703) 330-8668
Email: kristin | at | lctutor.com
Web: www.lctutor.com
Providing quality, one on one tutoring in all subjects, grades. Specializing in ADD/ADHD, speech and language services offered. State certified teachers!
Learning Disabilities Association of Virginia
3914 Monument Ave.
Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 358-5474
Web: http://www.ldavirginia.org/
Learning Disabilities Council
P.O. Box 8451
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 748-5012
Email: info | at | LDCouncil.org
Web: http://www.LDCouncil.org
Learning Enhancement Centers
Christina Carson
810 Westwood Office Park
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 368-1960
Email: christina | at | learningenhancementcenters.org
Web: http://www.learningenhancementcenters.org
Learning Enhancement Centers specialize in discovering the root cause of learning difficulties. More than tutoring, LEC’s enhanced approach uncovers why you, your child or employee is struggling. Advocacy services and full day programming available.
Learning Resource Center
Nancy Harris-Kroll
909 First Colonial Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
(757) 428-3367; (757) 434-0938; (757) 428-1630 (fax)
Email: educateme | at | earthlink.net
Web: http://learningresourcecenter.net
LRC provides tutoring, advocacy and testing services for students.
Learning Styles
Wendy Tatum, MS, EdS, NCSP
800 Westwood Office Park
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 656-3114
Email: wendytatum | at | gmail.com
Web: http://helpingchildrenachieve.vpweb.com
Psychological and educational testing (Psychoeducational Evaluations), study skills training, social skills training.
LearningRx
Ed Lawrence
9770 Gayton Road
Richmond, VA 23238
(804) 612-9959
Email: richmond.dfi | at | learningrx.net
Web: http://www.learningrx.com
LearningRx uses one-on-one training exercises which strengthen cognitive ability. We test each individual’s cognitive skill levels and implement programs to improve them.
Aneta Leczycki, PhD, CRC
Pediatric Neuropsychologist
Licensed Psychologist
The Social Skills Center
2960 Chain Bridge Road, Suite 200
Oakton, VA 22124
Phone: 571-285-1403
socialskillsgroup.net
Dr. Leczycki provides comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation services for children, adolescents, and occasionally young adults. She can help address concerns such as: developmental delays, autism spectrum disorder, concussions, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder, learning disorders, memory disorders, language disorders, movement and sensory disorders as well as a variety of psychological disorders such as anxiety and depression.
Lessons in Literacy
Rabia Sandage
30 Shady Creek Lane
Fairfield, VA 24435
(540) 460-6102
Email: rabia | at | lessonsinliteracy.com
Web: http://www.lessonsinliteracy.com
Lessons in Literacy offers individualized, multi-sensory, reading instruction to students with language processing issues like dyslexia and workshops for educators on teaching literacy skills.
Life Care Manager, LLC
Susan Riddick-Grisham, RN
3126 West Cary Street, #137
Richmond, VA 23221
(800) 252-1094; (804) 310-5239; (804) 559-6522 (fax)
Email: sgrisham | at | comcast.net
Web: http://www.careplanners.net
Plan for the future with a Life Care Plan which will identify medical care, therapy, home modification, assistive devices, medications, supplies, home care suports and long term living options with the associated costs.
Life Changing Fitness LLC.
Ricardo Cunningham
101 W Broad Street, Suite 120
Falls Church VA 22046
(703) 909-7971; (703) 635-2745 (fax)
Email: lifechangingfitness | at | yahoo.com
Web: http://www.lifechangingfitness.org
Life Changing Fitness is a children’s fitness center focusing on therapeutic exercise, weight management, physical education, social skills, adaptive physical education and athletic development. LCF provides services to children of all ages and all developmental levels.
Lifespan Psychological Services
Christina Ralph, Ph.D.
5250 Cherokee Avenue, Suite 411
Alexandria, VA 22312
(703) 596-9476
Email: info@lifespanpsych.com
Web: http://www.lifespanpsyc.com
Specializing in comprehensive educational and psychological testing for ADHD, learning disabilities, (e.g. dyslexia), autism, and social-emotional issues.
Monica L. Lombardi, LLC
4445 Corporation Lane, Suite 250
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
(757)309-4764; (888) 826-5529; (757) 309-4765 (fax)
Email: mlombardi | at | militarytrial.com
Web: http://www.monicalombardi.com
Representation of students in disciplinary cases, due process hearings, etc. Legal review of IEP/504 plans, consultation with parents to meet educational goals and representation of parents & children in all aspects of Special Education Law.
Loudoun Comprehensive Services Center, Ltd.
Sabrina Long, Esq.
116-R Edwards Ferry Rd. N.E.
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 669-9111; (703) 297-7322; (703) 669-5844 (fax)
Email: lcsccorp | at | hotmail.com
Special education attorney assisting with all special education representation. Family law issues also handled. Advocacy services available.
Louisa Psychological Consulting, P.C.
Aleta Strickland
P.O. Box 2189
Louisa, VA 23093
(540) 223-0837; (540) 967-2648 (fax)
Email: psych4kids | at | ntelos.net
Web: http://louisapsych.com
Testing, counseling, and parent coaching services provided by a Licensed School Psychologist in private practice. Offered to children, adolescents, and their families in Central Virginia. FREE initial CONSULTATION.
Lucas Educational Advocacy and Consulting
K. Nadine Lucas
514 East Williamsburg Road
Sandston, VA 23150
(804) 248-8656; (804) 737-4858 (fax)
Email: lucaseducational | at | yahoo.com
We serve as advocates throughout the metropolitan Richmond, Virginia area. We provide free consultations, review IEP’s for compliance, and speak before school boards, parent/church groups.
Lutheran Family Services of VA – Essential Pieces
Cassie Phipps
26 West Boscawen Street
Winchester, VA 22601
(540) 450-2782; (540) 450-2783 (fax)
Email: cphipps | at | lfsva.org
Web: http://www.lfsva.org
Essential Pieces is a free program of Lutheran Family Services of Virginia, serving families and children living with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Eric M. Madren, M.D.
Providence Road Family Practice
5320 Providence Road, Suite 301
Virginia Beach, VA 23464
(757) 413-7610; (757) 413-7664 (fax)
General family practice with an emphasis on care for autistic children and their families. Specialized treatments available including DAN approach and hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
Mary’s Family
Martha J. Toomey
P.O. Box 236
Orlean, VA 20128
(540) 364-4757; (540) 272-6180; (540) 364-4776 (fax)
Email: mjtoomey1995 | at | yahoo.com
Web: http://www.marysfamily.org
Monthly Respite days (nurse on-site) for families with children w/ special needs. Serves the Piedmont/Shenandoah Valley. Provide family support; 4-H club for children with differing abilities; and publish a quarterly journal Let Me Tell You.
MassMutual/Commonwealth Special Care Planners
Chuck McCoy
222 Central Park Ave, Suite 1100
Virginia Beach, VA 23509
(757) 490-9041; (757) 685-3111; (757) 490-3542
Email: cmccoy | at | finsvcs.com
Web: http://www.massmutual.com/specialcare
Take a look at our SpecialCareSM program to find helpful information, specialists, and financial products and services to assist you.
Matthew’s Center
Julie Crabtree
10651 Lomond Drive
Manassas, VA 20109
(703) 369-2976; (703) 366-2777 (fax)
Email: jcrabtree | at | matthewscenter.org
Web: http://www.matthewscenter.org
Matthew’s Center is a private nonprofit organization providing special education day school, after school, and outreach services to children with autism and their families.
Jeannette S. McAndrew, Esq.
Attorney at Law
The Law Center for Children of LSNV
6066 Leesburg Pike, Suite 500
Falls Church, VA 22041
(703) 778-6811
Email: jmcandrew | at | lsnv.org
Web: http://www.lsnv.org
TLC provides assistance to children from low-income families in No. Va with issues of public benefits,education, special education, disabilities, adoption and more.
Mea’Alofa Autism Support Center
Michele Rivett
4016 Raintree Road, Suite 220B
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 465-3933; (757) 465-3944 (fax)
Email: mascoffice | at | gmail.com
Web: http://www.LearnWithMasc.org
We provide quality and empirically validated services to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in a clinical setting.
Medicaid EDCD Consumer Directed Service Facilator
6809 Kilcurn Court
Henrico, VA 23231
(804) 350-4856; (804) 481-7751 (fax)
Email: gerigatlingCDSF1 | at | gmail.com
Assisting parents with Personal Aides to care for children with hiv/aids,and other disibilities through the Medicaid Wavier Grant.
Medical Home Plus, Inc.
Emily Jiancristoforo
8719 Forest Hill Ave.
Bon Air, VA 23235
(804) 330-5030; (804) 330-5032 (fax)
Web: http://www.medicalhomeplus.org
Medical Home Plus facilitates access to supports and services for children and youth, especially for those with special needs, and their families.
Merrill Lynch Special Needs Group
Certified Special Need Advisor
1152 15th Street N.W. Suite 7000
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 659-6138; (202) 822-8012 (fax)
Email: mark_friese | at | ml.com
Web: http://www.wealthmanagement.ml.com
Holistic planning for families with Special Needs members. Including cash flow, financial needs evaluation. Can refer legal, health and goverment benefits professionals.
MetDesk
Richmond Financial Group
Attn: Tom Street
6600 West Broad St Suite 102
Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 282-7522 Ext. 174; (804) 282-6370 (fax)
Email: tstreet | at | metlife.com
Web: http://www.richmondfinancialgroup.net
MetDesk is MetLife’S Division of Estate Planning for Special Kids. Educational Workshops, Charitable Giving Works Shops.
Milestones in Language and Speech, LLC
Gracia Holtz
6 Wirt Street
Leesburg, VA 20175
(571) 338-1863; (703) 726-9545; (703) 726-2865 (fax)
Email: milestonesllc | at | yahoo.com
Web: http://www.reachmilestones.com
Milestones is a pediatric practice providing speech-language services to children of all ages in the Leesburg, VA area.
MindWorks, Clinical Psychology
Rachna Varia, PhD
Director, Testing and Diagnostics
4455 Brookfield Corporate Drive, Suite 101
Chantilly, VA 20151
(703) 378 7998
Email: rvaria | at | mindworksus.com
Web: http://www.mindworksus.com
Developmental, PsychoEducational, Neuropsychological, and Emotional Assessment ages 3 and up; warm, professional, personalized service.
Mindworks Tutoring and Educational Services
P.O. Box 963
Vienna, VA 22181
(703) 242-7951
Web: www.mindworkstutoringservices.com
We are a group of approximately 80 teachers in the N. VA area that provide one-to-one tutoring to students of all ages, subjects and levels.
Moms In Motion, LLC
Keri Ayres
1152 Happy Ridge Drive
Front Royal, VA 22630
(540) 333-1130; (703) 468-4958 (fax)
Email: Keri | at | MomsInMotion.Net
Web: http://www.MomsInMotion.Net
A CD Medicaid Waiver Service Facilitation and Case Management Provider for EDCD, ID and DD Waivers. Started by a mom whose son was receiving services.
Morgan Center, Inc.
Felicia Goldberg, Ph.D., Executive Director
453 Carlisle Drive
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 467-9036; (703) 467-9508 (fax)
Email: MorganCenter1 | at | aol.com
Mental health organization for individuals with learning disabilities. Services include advocacy, psychometric testing, speech and language services, tutoring, educational workshops, group and individual therapy.
My College Compass, LLC
Mary Jordan
20039 Muirfield Village Court
Ashburn, VA 20147
(703) 628-2638
Email: maryjordan.edu | at | gmail.com
Web: http://www.mycollegecompassllc.com
Navigating the college process and secondary transition for students with learning disabilities.
Ra’Gene Brittnae’ Myrick Foundation, Inc.
Regina A. Myrick
404 South College Drive
Franklin, VA 23851
(757) 562-1721; (757) 556-7112
Email: reginamyrick2003 | at | yahoo.com
Web: http://www.ragenebmyrick.com
Provide resources/funding to assist with equipment and/or services for children in the Tidewater and Eastern Shore area.
NAMI Virginia
P.O. Box 1903
Richmond, VA 23218-1903
(804) 225-8264; (888) 486-8264
Email: vanami | at | aol.com
National Council on Independent Living
1916 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 209
Arlington, VA 22201
(703) 525-3406
Email: ncil | at | ncil.org
Web: www.ncil.org
New Community School
4211 Hermitage Road
Richmond, VA 23227
(804) 266-2494; (804) 264-3281 (fax)
Web: http://www.tncs.org/
TNCS is an independent co-educational day school for grades 6-12 specializing in college preparatory instruction and intensive remediation for students with language learning difficulties.
New Focus Coaching, LLC
Rebecca Wheeler, AD/HD Coach
201 King Suite, Suite 305
Alexandria, VA 22314
(703) 980-0809
Email: bwheeler | at | newfocuscoaching.com
Web: http://newfocuscoach.com
Works with students to provide strategies, skills and support to maximize organization and productivity at home and school. Parent coaching to bolster ADHD child at home also provided.
North Star Speech and Language, LLC
Laura Loveless
P.O. Box 56162
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 447-3463; (757) 447-3462 (fax)
Email: laura | at | northstarspeech.com
Web: http://www.northstarspeech.com
We provide individualized home- and community-based speech, language, and feeding therapy to children and adolescents with a variety of communication and feeding impairments.
Northstar Academy
8055 Schrader Road
Richmond, VA 23294
(804) 747-1003; (804) 747-1116 (fax)
Private day school for children with learning disabilities, attention deficit disorders and other neurological conditions; grades K-12
Northwestern Mutual
Philip Dondes, CFP®, CLTC, MSc
10306 Eaton Place, Suite 420
Fairfax, VA 22030
(703) 539-6825; (703) 539-6801 (fax)
Email: philip.dondes | at | nmfn.com
Web: http://www.philipdondes.com
I help families create Special Needs Financial Plans that go beyond traditional boundaries to incorporate, for example, trust funding, social security benefits, and Medicaid entitlements.
Oakland School
Carol Williams, Director
Boyd Tavern
Keswick, VA 22947
(434) 293-9059
Email: information | at | oaklandschool.net
Web: http://www.oaklandschool.net
Boarding/Day School for children ages 7-14 with learning disabilities, ADHD and organizational difficulties. Six-week summer school + camp also available.
Oakwood School
Muriel Jedlicka
7210 Braddock Road
Annandale, VA 22003
(703) 941-5788; (703) 941-4186 (fax)
Email: mjedlicka@oakwoodschool.com
Web: http://www.oakwoodschool.com
The Oakwood School is a co-educational day school for bright students in grades K-8 with mild to moderate learning differences.
Office of Career and Technical Services
VA Department of Education
P.O. Box 2120
Richmond, VA 23218-2120
(804) 225-2057
Web: www.pen.k12.va.us/VDOE/Instruction/CTE/cc/
Office of Special Education and Student Services
Virginia Department of Education
P.O. Box 2120
Richmond, VA 23218-2120
(800) 422-2083; (804) 371-7420
Marie O’Grady LLC
8016 Birnam Wood Drive
McLean, VA 22102
(703) 231-7324; (703) 651-5455 (fax)
Email: Marieogrady5 | at | aol.com
Web: http://Marieogrady.com
We provide advocacy services to parents with special needs students. Our goal is ensure that all students with disabilities receive accommodations and/or services needed.
The Op Shop
1000 South High Street
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
(540) 433-3314
Email: opshop | at | hrarc.org
The Op Shop is a day support program for adults with MR and other developmental disabilities run by The ARC of Harrisonburg/Rockingham.
Overloaded, L.L.C.
Beth Kimlick
10405 Heritage Landing Road
Burke, VA 22015
(703) 323-1043; (703) 501-0109 (fax)
Email: baritnb | at | aol.com
Web: http://sensoryeducation.org
Educational consultant specializing in sensory integration, autism, and learning disabilities providing parent advocacy, tutoring (pre-K – college), and teacher training services.
Oyster Point Psychological
Andrew J. Billups, PsyD
220 Chesapeake Drive
Post Office Box 1342
White Stone, VA 22578-1342
(804) 435-6777; (804) 435-6789 (fax)
Email: ajb | at | oysterpointpsychological.com
Web: http://www.oysterpointpsychological.com
Independent psychological/educational evaluations; forensic evaluations; psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families.
PACES Mobile Clinic
(Satellite Mobile Scottish Rite Clinic at Radford University)
Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders
P.O. Box 6961
Radford, VA 24142
(540) 831-7665
PANda
Contact: Kari Barrera
Parents Advocacy Network
Warrenton, VA
(540) 341-8598
Email: PANdaSupport | at | aol.com
PANda is an education, advocacy training and support network for parents and caregivers of children with Autistic Spectrum Disorders.
Pamela Alterescu Pardue, M.Ed.
8212 Chamberlayne Road
Richmond, Virginia 23227
(804) 261-1927
Email: repardue | at | i2020.net
Working with families and schools, Psychoeducational Testing/Assessment, Advocacy, IEP Development, Implementation Strategies, Monitoring, Teaching Study Skills, Social and Pragmatic Language Skills, Reading, Writing, Math.
Parent Advocacy Resource Center
Holley Klein
P.O. Box 1371
King George, VA 22485
(540) 273-7467; (540) 273-7466
Email: hklein | at | theparc.net
Web: http://www.theparc.net
We serve King George county in areas for special needs children including academics, athletics, medical and therapies treatments. Services include resources, advocacy, transitioning, parent education.
* Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center
100 N. Washington St., Suite 234
Falls Church, VA 22046
(703) 923-0010; (800) 693-3514 (fax)
Email: partners | at | peatc.org
We provide information, outreach, training and technical assistance to parents and professionals of children in Virginia.
Parent to Parent of Virginia
Dana Yarbrough
Parent to Parent of Virginia
P.O. Box 38341
Richmond, VA 23231
(804) 222-1945; (804) 222-3402 (fax)
Email: PTPOFVA | at | aol.com
Parent Resource Center
Office of Special Education and Student Services
Virginia Department of Education
P.O. Box 2120
Richmond, VA 23218-2120
(800) 422-2083; (804) 371-7420
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Web: http://www.vapta.org/
Parents and Children Coping Together
P.O. Box 26691
Richmond, VA 23261-6691
(804) 559-6833; (800) 477-0946
Email: pacct | at | infionline.net
Web: http://www.pacct.net/
Partners in Learning
Danielle Foster
47844 Allegheny Circle
Sterling, VA 20165
(571) 403-1877
Email: PartnersinLearningllc | at | gmail.com
Web: http://PartnersinLearningllc.com
Partners in Learning offers educational evaluations, special education consultation, diagnostic prescriptive tutoring, and Orton-Gillingham tutoring. Northern VA, DC, Maryland.
*Partners in Policy Making
202 N. 9th Street, 9th Floor
Richmond, VA 23219
(804) 786-0016; (800)846-4464 (V/TTY); (804) 786-1118 (fax)
Web: http://www.vaboard.org/policymaking.htm
The Partnership for People with Disabilities
Virginia Commonwealth University
Fred P. Orelove, Director
700 East Franklin Street, Box 843020
Richmond, VA 23284-3020
(804) 828-3876 (V/TTY)
Email: fporelov | at | vcu.edu
Web: http://www.vcu.edu/partnership/
Pediacare Nursing Services
19 Winston Ave
Newport News, VA 23601
(757) 595-4398
Email: pediacarenursing | at | hotmail.com
Will provide respite, skilled care, and dayhome programs for special needs.
Pediatric Partners for Attention and Learning, Inc
Shawn Chance, Office manager
282 Choptank Rd., Ste, 105
Stafford, VA 22556
(540) 628-4145; (540) 628-4192 (fax)
Email: schance | at | pp4al.com
Web: http://www.pp4al.com
PP4AL provides treatment of children facing challenges academically and socially. PP4AL addresses all aspects that impact learning and offers a comprehensive plan to improve performance.
Pediatrics First Speech Therapy
Michelle Stewart Tooson
12841 Braemar Village Plaza 132
Bristow, VA 20136
(703) 367-0400
Email: pediatricsfirst | at | hotmail.com
Web: http://www.pediatrics1st.com
Speech Therapy practice in the Western Prince William County area providing speech services for children aged newborns to teenagers.
Peninsula Trisomy 21
Wendy Saunders
P.O. Box 1237
Yorktown, VA 23692
(757) 890-3013
Email: pt21organization | at | yahoo.com
Supporting the Down Syndrome Community & thier families of the Virginia Peninsula and surrounding areas.
PHILLIPS Family Partners
Sandy Porteous
7010 Braddock Road
Annandale, VA 22003
(703) 941-9054; (703) 941-8810; (703) 658-9056 (fax)
Email: Sandy.Porteous | at | phillipsprgrams.org
Web: http://www.phillipsprograms.org
A nonprofit organization providing day school, home based-services and therapeutic foster care to individuals with emotional, behavioral and learning problems and their families.
PHILLIPS School~Annandale
Lisa Ott
7010 Braddock Road
Annandale, VA 22003
(703) 941-8810; (703) 941-0780; (703) 658-2378 (fax)
Email: Lisa.Ott | at | phillipsprograms.org
Web: http://www.phillipsprograms.org
A nonprofit organization providing day school, home based-services and therapeutic foster care to individuals with emotional, behavioral and learning problems and their families.
Aaron L Pinsky, Sp.Ed. Consultant and Advocate
5730 Turkey Oak Rd
Richmond, VA 23237
(804) 516-9396
Email: aaron.p | at | juno.com
Master’s Degree in Special Education. Five years experience in special-education related fields. Will attend IEP, Manifestation, Transition, Eligibility meetings, etc. Located in Southside Richmond area. Call by phone or e-mail to arrange an appointment.
PLT’s TaeKwonDo
Kathryn Raulerson-Kellas
708 York Point Rd
Seaford, VA 23696
(757) 869-4162
Email: kraulerson | at | cox.net
Web: http://www.progressivelearningtherapy.com
Martial arts to enhance physical and mental performance with a behavioral basis for typical and HF individuals on the autism spectrum and similar disabilities.
Poe’s Parent Advocacy Place
4424 Deep Cove Landing
King George, VA 22485
(540) 498-0640
Email: Julie | at | ppaplace.com
Web: http://www.ppaplace.com
Poe’s Parent Advocacy Place is a community based, private organization that provides information, referrals, resources, and advocacy services to families and legal guardians of children with special and intensive needs.
Positive Behavioral Dynamics, LLC
Dr. Ben Mauro
150 Little Falls St., Suite 101-100
Falls Church, VA 22046
(703) 533-3856; (703) 533-3857 (fax)
Email: bmauro | at | pbdynamics.com
Web: http://www.pbdynamics.com
PBD develops and implements ABA Programs to teach verbal behavior, academic, social, self-care, emotional, vocational, and community-living skills for individuals with autism and related disorders.
Preemies Today
Mary Beth Hazelgrove
P.O. Box 523525
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 229-0835
Email: info | at | preemiestoday.org
Web: http://www.preemiestoday.org
A non-profit organization whose mission is to offer outreach and support programs to families affected by prematurity starting at birth and throughout childhood.
Princess Anne Medical Associates
Eric M. Madren, MD
1925 Glenn Mitchell Dr., Suite 100
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 689-8430; (757) 689-8435 (fax)
Email: princessanne | at | bayviewphy.com
Web: http://www.bayviewphysicians.com
General family practice with an emphasis on care for children with autism spectrum disorders and their family members.
Proactive Parents
Beth Troutman
P.O. Box 10786
Burke, VA 22009
(703) 346-2414
Email: beth | at | spedpartners.com
PROACTIVE PARENTS (parent support group) in N. VA. meets once per month to support one another and share resource info. Speakers often invited. JOIN US!
Programs for Children with Disabilities: Ages 2-5
Office of Special Education Services, Department of Education
P.O. Box 2120
Richmond, VA 23218-2120
(804) 225-2675; (800) 292-3820
Web: http://www.pen.k12.va.us/
Programs for Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities: Ages Birth-2
Office of Mental Retardation Services
Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation &
Substance Abuse Services
P.O. Box 1797
Richmond, VA 23218
(804) 786-3710
Progressive Learning Therapy, Inc.
Kathryn Kellas, Director
708 York Point Rd
Seaford, VA 23696
(757) 869-4162
Email: kraulerson | at | cox.net
Web: http://www.progressivelearningtherapy.org
ABA training, consultation and programming. ABA-therapy Center and all year school now open at Greenwood Christian Academy. Accept TRICARE/Echo and Aetna Insurance. BCBA supervised.
Protecting Individuals with disabilities Educational Rights (P.I.E.R.)
P.O. Box 12951
Norfolk, VA 23541-0951
(757) 461-8007; (757) 455-8223 (fax)
Email: PASInfo106 | at | msn.com
Reach for the Stars
Katherine Keith
4913 Franconia Road
Alexandria, VA 22310
(703) 822-9300
Email: Emily | at | thehowardgardnerschool.org
Web: http://www.rfts.net
Small group tutoring, college and SAT prep. Supportive, nurturing environment that makes a difference.
Reaching Potentials, Inc
Pamela Gorski, BCBA
1604 William Street
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
or
P.O. Box 1004
Fredericksburg, VA 22402-1004
(540) 368-8087; (540) 368-8059 (fax)
Email: RPforAutism | at | aol.com
Web: http://www.reachingpotentials.org
Reaching Potentials is a private, Private non-profit organization providing support and behavior analytic services including training, consultation and direct care for children with autism and their families.
William B. Reichhardt, Esq.
Attorney at Law
4020 University Dr., Suite 222
Fairfax, VA 22030
(703) 359-6060; (703) 359-6065 (fax)
Email: wbr | at | wbrlaw.com
Web: http://wbrlaw.com
Legal advocacy for children and young adults with disabilities. Representation in due process hearings, juvenile/adult criminal cases; appeals in State and Federal Courts.
RESNA
1700 North Moore Street, Suite 1540
Arlington, VA 22209-1903
(703) 524-6686
Web: http://www.resna.org
Resource Guidance Services
Anita Harrison
P.O. Box 35395
Richmond, VA 23235
(804) 342-0919; (804) 712-6020
Email: larissanderson | at | aol.com
Educational group for parents and caregivers of children with physical and mental disabilities, individual counseling for adults and children affected by disabilities.
Richmond Hope Therapy Center
Cindy Richards, President
203 N. Washington Highway
Ashland, VA 23005
(804) 798-3233; (804) 399-9574; (804) 798-3007 (fax)
Email: cindy | at | richmondhopetherapy.com
Web: http://www.richmondhopetherapy.com
Pediatric physical therapy clinic offering outpatient physical therapy, intensive suit therapy, and hippotherapy.
Riverside School
2110 McRae Road
Richmond, VA 23235
(804) 320-3465; (804) 320-6146 (fax)
Web: http://www.riversideschool.org/
A private coeducational day school that provides a multi-sensory, structured and rational education for children with specific learning disabilities in grades 1-8.
Scottish Rite Summer Clinic for Childhood Language Disorders
James Madison University
Dept. of Communication Sciences and Disorders
Speech and Hearing Center
Harrisonburg, VA 22807
(540) 568-6491
Scottish Rite Clinic for Childhood Speech and Language Disorders
Old Dominion University
Child Study Center
45th and Hampton Boulevard
Norfolk, VA 23529-0136
(757) 683-4117
Scottish Rite Summer Language Clinic
Radford University
Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders
P.O. Box 6961
Radford, VA 24142
(540) 831-7665
Scottish Rite Childhood Language Center at Richmond, Inc.
The Earl H. Wicker Building at the Scottish Rite Temple
4202 Hermitage Road
Richmond, VA 23227-0136
(804) 266-6699; (804) 264-5988 (fax)
Email: srclc | at | verizon.net
Web: http://www.childspeech.org
Scottish Rite Masonic Language Disorders Clinic
Inquiries: Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite
622 Campbell Avenue, S.W.
Roanoke, VA 24016-3532
(540) 343-6666
Shenandoah Valley Autism Partnership
7437 Good Mill Road
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
(540) 568-8095; (540) 289-9206
Email: svap | at | valleyautism.org
Web: http://www.valleyautism.org
SVAP “Lunch Bunch” an informal support group for parents and professionals meets during the school year. SVAP sponsors training and email notices.
Shenandoah Valley Case Management, Inc.
219 Moreland Lane
Clear Brook, VA 22624
(540) 722-1030
Email: svcm | at | msn.com
DD case management, Medicaid DD waiver private case management. City of Winchester area (Frederick, Clark, Shenandoah and Page Counties).
Shenadoah Valley Satellite Chapter of CHADD
Fran Clark
39 Sadie Lane
Waynesboro, VA 22980
(540) 241-4754; (540) 943-5383
Email: Frnclar | at | aol.com
ADHD Advocacy Group for people with ADHD, parents of children with ADHD, educators, professionals working with people with ADHD.
Short Pump Reading & Math
Alison Buckner
12201 Bothwell Court
Richmond, VA 23233
(804) 314-1876
Email: a.bknr | at | yahoo.com
Web: http://www.shortpumpreading.weebly.com
One-on-one tutoring for ages 4 to adult struggling with reading and spelling using a research based, multisensory program based on the Orton-Gillingham approach.
R.A. Simard, LLC
785 Eglinton Lane
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 760-0719
Email: robin.simard | at | comcast.net
ABA consultant working with young children with autism. Develop individualized ABA programs, do in-home sessions, work with parents, and train therapists.
Skill Builders, LLC
Cari Syron, MA CCC-SLP
7617 Little River Tpke., Suite 310
Annandale, VA 22003
(703) 941-7757
Email: cari | at | skillbuildersllc.com
Web: http://www.skillbuildersllc.com
Pediatric, speech-language and occupational therapy company for children ages birth to 18. Tutoring is also available in either our McLean or Annandale offices.
Laurie J. Smith, M.S., CAGS
380 Maple Avenue, West
Suite 303B
Vienna, VA 22180
(703) 938-5234; (703) 938-2949 (fax)
Email: info | at | lauriesmithpsych.com
Web: http://www.lauriesmithpsych.com
Psychoeducational evaluations, therapeutic counseling, consultation, and educational advocacy.
SNACK – Special Needs Advocate Caring for Kids
Betsy O’Dell
12592 Foremost Ct
Nokesville, VA 20181
(703) 594-2654; (703) 217-0735
Email: ted.odell | at | comcast.net
Education Advocacy for children with Special Needs from Identification through Program Delivery.
S.N.A.P. (Support the Needs of Autistic’s Parents)
Joe Maciejczyk
4801 Stoney Creek Parkway
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 748-2070
Email: jmaciejczyk | at | comcast.net
Web: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SNAP-chest
Support group for parents of children with autism who live in or around Chesterfield County, Virginia.
Alexander P. Soroko, Esq.
Attorney at Law
Three Ballston Plaza, Suite 1010
1100 North Glebe Road
Arlington, VA 22201
(703) 224-8044; (703) 224-8004 (fax)
Email: ASoroko | at | ASorokoLaw.com
Web: http://www.SorokoLaw.com
Legal Representation and Consulting for special education, discipline, IEPs, due process, and related issues. Certified Virginia Supreme Court Guardian ad litem, parent guardianship.
Sounds & Syllables of VA, LLC
Rebecca Aldred, M.ED and Director
100 Wendover Lane
Charlottesville, VA 22911
(434) 295-4513
Email: rebeccaaldred | at | comcast.net
Web: http://www.soundandsyllablesofva.com
Providing reading and spelling instruction in various research-based reading programs that use OG principles systematic language-includes fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary development. Wilson certified
Southeastern Skill Builders
Dianne Smith, Ed.S., ABSNP
4701 Colonial Ave
Norfolk, VA 23508
(757) 613-8091; (757) 749-2207
Email: buildsocialskills | at | yahoo.com
Web: http://www.southeasternskillbuilders.com
Social skills groups for individuals with social, behavioral, emotional, and/or communication concerns. Individual sessions and assessments by certified School Neuropsychologist. Specializing in Autism.
Southwest Virginia Child Development Clinic
Daniel A. Hardwick, Psy.D.
112 Beech Street
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-3803
Email: daniel.hardwick | at | vdh.virginia.gov
Web: http://vdhweb/LHD/lenowisco/cdc.html
The CDC provides comprehensive developmental evaluations of individuals from birth to age 21 living in southwest Virginia. The CDC is a multidisciplinary team; referrals can be made by parents, physicians, schools, and any treating professionals at (276) 386-3803.
Special Education Parent Resource Center
Betty Ann Maher or Peg Johnson
Special Education Department
Prince William County Public Schools
P.O. Box 389
Manassas, VA 20108
(703) 791-8846; (703) 791-8847 (TDD); (703) 791-8039 (fax)
Email: bamaher | at | pwcs.edu or johnsope | at | pwcs.edu
Web: http://www.pwcs.edu/sped/prc
PRC staff assists parents by listening to their concerns, problem solving, locating both school and community resources, parent workshops, free lending library, parent newsletters.
Special Education Partners, LLC
Beth Troutman
P.O. Box 10786
Burke, VA 22009
(703) 346-2414; (703) 866-1370 (fax)
Email: beth | at | spedpartners.com
We offer educational advocacy and related services. Through our support group, “Proactive Parents,” we share information and support one another, often inviting speakers.
Special Needs Kids Information, LLC
Kate Moore Patton
6841 Elm St., #6020
McLean, VA 22106
(703) 524-8441
Email: kate | at | speciaolneedskidsinfo.com
Web: http://www.specialneedskidsinfo.com
Website geared toward families in Maryland, Virginia and Washington, DC who have children with special needs and are looking for local resources.
Special Olympics Virginia
Annette Bailey
3212 Skipwith Rd., Suite 100
Richmond, VA 23294
(800) 932-4653; (804) 346-5544; (804) 346-9633 (fax)
Email: abailey | at | specialolympicsva.org
Web: http://specialolympicsva.org
Special Olympics Virginia provides year-round sports training and competition for children and adults with intellectual (developmental) disabilities. There is no cost to participants or their families to participate.
Speech Beginnings, PLC
6208 Redwood Lane
Alexandria, VA 22310
(571) 481-4344
Email: speechbeginnings | at | gmail.com
Web: http://www.speechbeginnings.com
We are a pediatric speech therapy private practice serving Northern Virginia. We provide evaluations, screenings, IN-HOME therapy and consultations.
Speech-Language Professional Services, LLC
Helen Willard
100 Village Drive, 101
Staunton, VA 24401
(919) 418-3039
Email: willardslp | at | bellsouth.net
I provide comprehensive literacy-based evaluations and treatment for children or adults who are having problems with reading, spelling and comprehension.
Spectrum Psychological Services
C. Rick Ellis, Ed.D.
1020 Independence Blvd., Suite 204
Virginia Beach, VA 23455
(757) 640-1882
Email: crickellis | at | cox.net
Services to special needs Children and Adults including Asperger’s Syndrome/ASD; Independent Educational Evaluations; Assessment and Diagnosis; Therapy; Social Skill Classes; Court/Forensic Testimony
Speech-Language-Hearing Association of VA, Inc.
P.O. Box 76
Basye, VA 22810
(540) 856-2111; (800) 487-4637
Email: gnmm | at | lbjlimited.com
Web: www.shav.org
Spiritos School for Autism Spectrum Disorder
Janet Lachowsky OTR/L MIS BCBA
400 Coalfield Road
Midlothian, VA 23114
(804) 897-7440; (804) 897-7441 (fax)
Email: janet | at | spiritosschool.com
Web: http://www.spiritosschool.com
Spiritos School has a unique combination of Applied Behavior Analysis and Developmental programs which produces great functional gains for our children.We specialize in early intervention.
Earlene P. Sprouse, M. S. Ed.
Educational Diagnostician
P.O. Box 315
Surry, VA 23883
(757) 294-0847
State Department of Education: Special Education
Division of Instructional Support Services
Department of Education
P.O. Box 2120
Richmond, VA 23218-2120
(804) 225-3252; (800) 292-3820
Email: dougcox | at | mail.vak12ed.edu
Web: www.pen.k12.va.us/
State Vocational Rehabilitation Agency
VA Department of Rehabilitative Services
P. O. Box K300
8004 Franklin Farms Drive
Richmond, VA 23288-0300
(804) 662-7081; (800) 552-5019; (800) 464-9950 (TTY)
Step By Step Consulting
Wendy Fitch
1011 N. Cherry Grove Rd.
Suffolk, VA 23432
(757) 934-6470; (757) 255-4280; (757) 255-4281 (fax)
Email: wenfitchbcba | at | yahoo.com
Web: http://stepbystepconsulting.org
Providing ABA/VB services to children and youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Ages from 12 months to 21 years. Two centers (Va.Beach and Suffolk) and in home services. Tricare ECHO provider.
Strategic Educational Solutions
Ilene Schwartz
Arlington, VA
(703) 527-3130
Email: edsolver | at | comcast.net
Identify causes of learning and behavioral problems. Develop strategies which promote independent learning, home-school partnerships and long term solutions. IEP support, advocacy and case management.
The Strive Program
Cornerstone Foundation
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA
(301) 292-7600; (703) 591-1475
Philip Carter Strother, Esq.
Attorney at Law
The Hillyard-Maury House
15 East Franklin Street
Richmond, VA 23219
(804) 523-2000; (804) 523-2008 (fax)
Web: http://www.strotherlaw.com
SuccessLab Learning Centers
Leah Daziens
3209 Duke Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
(703) 461-0808
Email: ldaziens | at | successlab.com
Web: http://www.successlab.com
SuccessLab provides in-depth assessment and training of Cognitive, Sensory – Motor Integration, Visual & Auditory Processing Skills as well as reading, math, writing, etc.
TASK (Taking Action for Special Kids)
Patricia Cettin, Director
PO Box 877, N. Tazewell, VA 24630
Office Located in Tazewell Co. Sheriff Dept. Bldg., 315 School St., Tazewell, VA
(276) 979-0408; (276) 385-1154 (fax)
Email: taskforkids | at | hotmail.com
Web: http://www.taskforkids.org
TASK is an independent non-profit agency helping families of special needs children in southwest Virginia. We provide information & referral services, individual advocacy, special education trainings, support groups and a four week summer program.
Wendy Tatum, MS, EdS, NCSP
800 Westwood Office Park
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 656-3114
Email: wendytatum | at | gmail.com
Web: http://www.helpinchildrenachievetheirbest.vpweb.com
Psychoeducational Evaluation, Educational Consultation
Teachers On Call LLC
Barbara L. Bingham
10800 Midlothian Turnpike, Suite 311
Richmond, VA 23235
(804) 836-2030
Email: bbingham | at | teachersoncall.net
Web: http://www.teachersoncall.net
Teachers On Call LLC is a full service special needs support center with speech therapy, occupational therapy, advocates and tutors for all areas of need. We offer in office & in home services with certified & experienced professionals.
Therapeutic Recreation Services – Roanoke Co. Rec
3738 Brambleton Avenue, SW
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 772-7529 Ext 2; (540) 772-7548 (TTY); (540) 776-7128 (fax)
Email: bdennis | at | roanokecountyva.gov
Web: http://www.roanokecountyva.gov/parks
Specialized and adapted recreation services that enable people with disabilities to gain the knowledge and skills for the development of a leisure lifestyle that meets their interests and needs.
Three Tier Consulting
Heather Rochford
1903 Waters Edge Ln.
Suffolk, VA 23435
(716) 378-9004; (607) 793-9597 (fax)
Email: heather | at | 3-tier.org
Web: http://3-tier.org
Three Tier Consulting provides one on one ABA services in home. President Michael Friga, Ph.D, BCBA-D provides tutor supervision.
Through the Roof
Tammy C. Burns
5130 Woolridge Road
Moseley, VA 23120
(804) 639-4777
Email: tburns | at | woolridgeroad.org
Web: http://www.woolridgeroad.org
Parent support group, sibshops, youth activities, respite care, educational workshops, etc.
TLC (The Law Center) for Children at Legal Services of Northern Virginia
Jeannette McAndrew, Managing Attorney
6400 Arlington Boulevard, Suite 630
Falls Church, Virginia 22042
(703) 534-4343; (703) 532-3990 (fax)
Web: www.lsnv.org
TLC advocates for disadvantaged children and their families in Northern Virginia in the areas of education, special education, health, child welfare, disabilities, custody and more.
Tochterman Muir Educational Consulting, LLC
Dr. Suzie Muir
1489 Chain Bridge Road, Suite 203
McLean, VA 22101
(703) 728-8676
Email: smuir | at | testingld.com
Web: http://www.testingld.com
Evaluation, Diagnosis, Recommendations for Services and Accommodations Learning Disability (Read, Write, Math, Speed) & Attention Deficit Elementary through Graduate School Weekday and Weekend Appointments
Tourette Syndrome Association of Greater Washington
33 University Boulevard, East
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 681-4133; (877) 295-2148; (301) 681-4183 (fax)
Email: tsagw | at | aol.com
Web: http://www.tsagw.org/
Serving Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia and Washington, D.C.
TTEN Services
Jillian Austin
P.O. Box 1880
Herndon, VA 20172
(571) 287-1192
Email: jaustin | at | ttenservices.com
Web: http://www.ttenservices.com
We are a group of BCBAs dedicated to delivering research-based ABA/VB services to children with autism, ADHD, LD, PDD-N0S, or those having general behavioral difficulties. We design home programs and work in the school setting as well.
TutorExcel Inc.
Soumonie Heng
6925 Terrace Place
Annandale, VA 22003
(703) 400-4138
Email: sheng25 | at | hotmail.com
Web: http://www.tutorexcelonline.com
TutorExcel Inc. provides tutoring services for all ages and all subjects, Pre-Kindergarten to adult. We serve the DC metro area.
UCP of Southern and Central Virginia
5291 Greenwich Rd., Suite 1
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
(757) 497-7474
Unique Steps, LLC
Kim Wood, M.A.T.
4609 Ferry Landing Road
Alexandria, VA 22309
(703) 856-5563
Email: info | at | uniquestepsllc.com
Web: http://uniquestepsllc.com
We are a special education consulting company specializing in case management, advocacy, social integration and remediation.
UniqueKids Inc.
Staci Carr or Mark Coleman
3613 Quail Meadows Place
Midlothian, VA 23112
(804) 858-3889
Email: uniquekidsinfo | at | comcast.net
Web: http://www.uniquekidsva.org
UniqueKids provides sports, activities, social skills development programs and summer camps for children ages 5-18 diagnosed with Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome. Home program development and consultations are also available.
Jean Veness
P.O. Box 61813
Virginia Beach, VA 23466
(757) 235-2936
Representation of children with disabilities and their parents; advise parents who want to participate effectively in the IEP process; representation at due process hearings and beyond. If your child is not progressing in school and you need help, contact me.
Virginia Assistive Technology System
8004 Franklin Farms Drive
P.O. Box K-300
Richmond, VA 23288-0300
(800) 435-8490; (804) 662-9990 (V/TDD); (800) 552-5019 (VATS); (804) 662-9478 (fax)
Web: http://www.vats.org/
Virginia Autism Resource Center
549 Southlake Blvd.
Richmond, VA 23236
(877) 667-7771; (804) 379-7829
Email: info | at | varc.org
Web: http://www.varc.org/
Virginia Board for People with Disabilities
Ninth Street Office Building
202 North Ninth Street, 9th Floor
Richmond, VA 23219
(804) 786-0016 (V/TTY); (800) 846-4464 (In VA)
Web: http://www.vaboard.org/
Virginia Congress of Parents and Teachers
1027 Wilmer Avenue
Richmond, VA 23227
(804) 264-1234
Email: info | at | vapta.org
Web: http://www.vapta.org/
Virginia Department for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Ratcliffe Building, Suite 203
1602 Rolling Hills Drive
Richmond, VA 23229-5012
(804) 662-9502 (V/TTY); (800) 552-7917 (V/TTY)
Email: DDHHInfo | at | ddhh.state.va.us
Web: http://www.vddhh.org/
Virginia Department of Education Division of Instruction
Web: http://www.pen.k12.va.us/VDOE/sess/Virginia Department of Education Division of Instruction Standards of Learning
Web: http://www.pen.k12.va.us/VDOE/Instruction/sol.html
Virginia Legal Aid Society, Inc.
Dana Tapper, Esq.
519 Main Street
Danville, VA 24541
(434) 799-3550; (434) 799-5739 (fax)
Email: danat | at | vlas.org
Web: http://www.vlas.org
Provide legal representation to low-income students facing long-term suspension, expulsion, or the denial of appropriate special education services.
Virginia Office for Protection and Advocacy (VOPA)
1910 Byrd Avenue, Suite 5
Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 225-2042; (800) 552-3962 (VA only); (804) 662-7431 (fax)
Email: general.vopa | at | vopa.virginia.gov
Web: http://www.vopa.virginia.gov
Virginia Voices In Action
206 Meridian Avenue
Hopewell, VA 23860
(804) 458-0551; (804) 458-1620 (fax)
Email: NDraper17 | at | aol.com
Web: www.vavoicesinaction.com
Support Group for Parents of Children, Youth and Adults with Disabilities. Form lasting friendships with people with disabilities and their families as we support positive change in the community in order to enhance the lives of people with disabilities.
VSA Arts of Virginia
P.O. Box 27862
Richmond, VA 23261
(804) 648-7310
Email: ehickey | at | vsava.org
Waddell Group
Christopher Waddell
1952 Gallows Road, St 102
Vienna, VA 22182
(703) 881-9173; (703) 881-9174 (fax)
Email: Christopher.Waddell | at | RaymondJames.com
Web: http://waddellgroup.net
We are honored to provide independent financial planning for those have a loved one with a disability – who are living a life like ours.
Washington Speech
Kim McPhee
11150 Fairfax Boulevard, Suite 500
Fairfax, VA 22030
(703) 537-0373
Email: kim | at | washingtonspeech.com
Web: http://washingtonspeech.com
Washington Speech is a private speech therapy practice treating children and adults with speech, language, voice and cognitive disorders. We participate with most insurance companies.
Melissa K. Waugh, JD, MPH
Attorney at Law
1900 Memorial Ave.
Lynchburg, VA 24501
(434) 200-8287; (866) 511-5755 (fax)
Email: mwaugh | at | waughlaw.net
Web: http://www.waughlaw.net
Attorney and parent of children with special needs providing legal counseling and advocacy to families of children with disabilities.
Weinfeld Education Group
104 Northwood Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 681-6233
Email: weinfeld | at | comcast.net
Web: http://www.weinfeldeducationgroup.com
Rich Weinfeld and his group of educational consultants advocate for services for children with learning difficulties, and provide training and consultation to schools and parents.
West End Center for Youth
Jeremy Peters
P.O. Box 4562
Roanoke, VA 24015
(540) 342-9880; (540) 345-5848 (fax)
Web: www.westendcenter.org
West End Center for Youth offers educational support to children with disabilities through after-school tutoring, advocacy and summer enrichment. We develop and maintain relationships with teachers and school officials, and help parents advocate for services for their children.
WISE Educational Services, LLC
Amy Fortney Parks, LPC
722 Timber Branch Drive
Alexandria, VA 22302
(703) 919-2021
Email: amy | at | wise-edservices.com
Web: http://www.wise-edservices.com
wise Educational Services, LLC provides professional development, parent consultation, and child and adolescent assessment and counseling services.
World Association of Persons with Disabilities (WAPD), Virginia Chapter
Nita Ray
Email: NRay | at | wapd.org
Web: http://www.wapd.org/chapters/page.php?cid=9
The Virginia Chapter of World Association (WAPD) is a non-profit entity, providing individuals with current information and resources on disAbility related topics.
Wrightslaw
c/o Pete and Pam Wright
P. O. Box 1008
Deltaville, VA 23043
Email: webmaster | at | wrightslaw.com
Web: www.wrightslaw.com