A Way to Learn
Dawn Matera
175 Post Road West
Westport, CT 06880
(203) 557-0939; (203) 557-0942 (fax)
Email: dmatera | at | awaytolearn.net
Web: http://www.awaytolearn.net
Specialized tutoring services, social skills groups, and study skills for students with learning disabilities and on the autism spectrum.
ABH Pediatric Physical Therapy Services, LLC
Alicia Berger Harriman
8 Sabrook Rd
Haddam, CT 06441
(860) 227-9855
Email: ABHPTforKids | at | aol.com
Pediatric Physical Therapy Services
Abilis Youth Services
Karen Feder
1150 Summer Street
Stamford, CT 06905
(203) 324-1880 Ext. 302; (203) 561-3592; (203) 324-4390 (fax)
Email: feder | at | abilis.us
Web: http://www.abilis.us
Broad array of direct services and family supports to help children with disabilties and their families live full and meaningful lives.
ACCESS! Educational Consulting
Christine H. Barrington
94 Park Terrace Ave.
West Haven, CT 06516
(203) 903-4252
Email: accessedtoday | at | gmail.com
Web: http://sites.google.com/site/accesedconsulting
Offering a Wide Variety of Affordable Child-Centered Legal and Related Services from Attorneys, Advocates and Related Service Professionals
ACES – Area Cooperative Educational Services
350 State Street
North Haven, CT 06473
(203) 498-6800
Web: http://www.aces.k12.ct.us/
ACES is the Regional Educational Service Center for the 26 school districts in south central CT offering many programs and services including Adult and Vocational Programs, Children’s Services, Magnet Schools, etc.
ADD Coach Services
102 Dogwood Court
Stamford, CT 06903
(203) 595-9161; (203) 595-9051 (fax)
Email: regina | at | addcoach.info
Web: http://www.addcoach.info
ADD Coach Services is a private psychoeducational consulting and coaching practice dedicated to the advocacy, education, understanding and support of people with Attention Deficit Disorders and those who love them.
Ädelbrook
Heide Perham
58 Missionary Road
Cromwell, CT 06416
(860) 635-6010
Email: hperham | at | adelbrook.org
Web: http://www.adelbrook.org
Ädelbrook is a multi-service agency dedicated to helping people of all ages who need specialized mental health treatment and/or developmental services.
Advocacy for Kids, LLC
Laurie Markus & Ann McCarthy
1348 Stillson Road
Fairfield, CT 06824
(203) 763-4099
Email: ann | at | advocacyforkids.net
Web: http://www.advocacyforkids.net
Co-founded by education advocates Laurie Markus and Ann McCarthy, Advocacy for Kids is dedicated to securing educational rights for Connecticut children with disabilities.
Advocacy NOW
Tom Graham
720 East Street
New Britain, CT 06051
(860) 505-8327
Email: tpg99 | at | comcast.net
Web: http://www.k12academics.com/national-directories/support-services/advocacy-now
Certified Parent-Advocate Specializing in Autism Spectrum Disorders; PDD; HDAD; Development Delay; OCD, etc.
Advocacy Solutions
Mary Ann Lombardi/Nancy Byrne
33 Honey Hill Trail
Wilton, CT 06897
(203) 544-8366; (203) 544-8365 (fax)
Email: mlombardi | at | advocacysolutionsct.com
Web: http://www.advocacysolutionsct.com
Empowering Parents to Advocate Using IDEA * 504 * ADA to Secure a Free and Appropriate Education for their child with Special Needs.
A.E.C. Advocacy, LLC
Alice E. Capozzi
179 Journey’s End Road
South Salem, NY 10590
(914) 533-2043
Email: alicecapozzi | at | aecadvocacy.com
Web: http://www.aecadvocacy.com
Special Education Advocates serving Westchester and Putnam Counties in New York, as well as Fairfield County in Connecticut.
Advocate with Faith
Faith Filiault
PO Box 964
Georgetown, CT 06829
(603) 219-2773
Email: info | at | advocatewithfaith.com
Web: http://www.advocatewithfaith.com
Consulting/Advocacy Services, FETA Workshops
Alexia, LLC
Orton Gillingham-Informed Reading Remediation
Jan Campbell
20 Jesup Road
Westport, CT 06880
and
179 Boston Post Road
Old Lyme, CT 06371
(860) 434-5099
Email: jcampbell05 | at | msn.com
Web: http://alexia.vpweb.com
Pre-instruction testing establishes baseline of student’s skills. Curriculum is custom-designed for particular needs of the individual. Grades K-12.
Alumbra El Camino/Light the Way
Marisa Rodriguez
221 Pine Lane
Wethersfield, CT 06109
(860) 916-4050
Email: marisarod71 | at | gmail.com
Provide bilingual resources and education to families of children with developmental delay or disabilities. Fee for service, 1st consultation free/sliding scale available.
Andrea Alvarez, Special Education Advocate
10 Wall Street
Norwalk, CT 06850
(203) 899-1111; (203) 853-9246 (fax)
Email: andrea.alvarez | at | comcast.net
Web: http://www.andrea-alvarez.com
Carla Alvarez-Gould, LCSW, Counseling & Advocacy
50 Homewood Avenue
North Haven, CT 06473
(203) 907-7085
Email: buddies | at | bestweb.net
As a parent of a young adult with ASD I provide a unique perspective on and methodology for the variety of concerns, joys and issues facing our children and their families.
American Foundation for the Blind
11 Penn Plaza, Suite 300
New York, NY 10001
(212) 502-7600; (212) 502-7662 (TTY)
Email: afbinfo | at | afb.org
Web: www.afb.org
American School for the Deaf
Fern Reisinger
139 North Main Street
West Hartford, CT 06107
(860) 570-2309; (860) 570-2301 (fax)
Email: fern.reisinger | at | asd-1817.org
Web: http://www.asd-1817.org
ASD serves deaf and hard of hearing infants, youth and adults throughout the state and region both on campus and through outreach services.
Applied Behavioral Strategies
Dr. Olive
73 Ford Rd
Woodbridge, CT 06525
(203) 903-9363; (203) 513-3352 (fax)
Email: missy | at | appliedbehavioralstrategies.com
Web: http://appliedbehavioralstrategies.com
Consultation, Training, and Intervention for Behavioral Health and Development. Feeding Intervention, FBA, BIP, ABA, Program Review.
Apraxia Moms of Connecticut
Michele Wasikowski
98 Northrop Road
Woodbridge, CT 06525
(203) 521-6112
Email: michelewasikowski | at | yahoo.com
Web: http://apraxiamomsct.org
We are an informal support group for moms of children with apraxia. We meet once a month for a causal dinner where we offer support, education, and advice to each other.
Arc of Connecticut
1030 New Britain Avenue, Suite 102B
West Hartford, CT 06110
(860) 953-8335
Email: arcct | at | aol.com
Web: www.arcct.com
ARC Youth Division
Lolli Ross
132 East Putnam Avenue
Cos Cob, CT 06807
(203) 629-1880; (203) 629-4390 (fax)
Email: ross | at | arcgreenwich.org
Web: http://www.arcgreenwich.org
Broad array of direct services and family supports to help children with disabilties and their families live full and meaningful lives.
Associated Neurologists of Southern Connecticut
75 Kings Highway Cutoff
Fairfield, CT 06824
(203) 333-1133; (203) 333-3937 (fax)
Email: cmccarthy | at | anscneuro.com
Web: http://anscneuro.com
Neuropsychological, psychological, and developmental evaluations/consultations. Educational record review. Expert assessment and special education testimony. Insurance coverage possible.
Joslyn Aubin, Educational Therapist
670 Prospect Ave
Hartford, CT 06105
(860) 550-1139
Email: edtherapist | at | gmail.com
I am an educational therapist in Hartford CT. I work with children, adolescents and adults individually and in small groups to help them overcome learning difficulties.
Autism Family Services
Laura B. DeAngelo
152 Simsbury Road, Bldg. 9
Avon, CT 06001
(860) 966-6786
Email: deangelo | at | autismfamilyservices.com
Web: http://autismfamilyservices.com
Relationship Development Intervention services (RDI)(R)Program Certified Consultant); Educational Advocacy, Planning and Referral services for families of persons with ASD and similar disabilities.
Autism Society of Connecticut
Sara Reed Clark
103 Talcott Road
Guilford, Connecticut 06437
(203) 453-9471
Web: www.autismsocietyofct.org
Autism Strategies and Programs, LLC
Patricia Gernert
35 Abbott Avenue
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(914) 729-4195
Email: pgernert | at | gmail.com
Web: http://asap4support.sharepoint.com
Providing 1:1 services and social skills training to children with autism in homes, schools, and communities.
Avon Therapeutic Center for Children, LLC
Eileen C Comia, M.D.
701 Cottage Grove Road
Suite C-10 Bldg. C (Lower Level)
Bloomfield, CT 06002
(860) 242-2200; (860) 242-2212 (fax)
Email: info | at | avontherapeuticcenter.com
Web: http://www.AvonTherapeuticCenter.com
A medical clinic for special needs adults and children.
Christy Ayala, MA, M.Ed., Developmental Therapist
137 Barry Road
Manchester, CT 06042
(860) 803-9006; (860) 643-4224 (fax)
Email: cnayala27 | at | yahoo.com
Provide direct services for children, ages birth to three, who have a disability or developmental delay as well as support to their families.
balanced perspective
Julie Goldstein
46 Glenbrook Rd.
West Hartford, CT 06107
(860) 324-4460
Email: jgoldsteinlcsw | at | gmail.com
Web: http://www.balancedperspective.org
Julie Goldstein LCSW, certified school social worker, and 504 coordinator has created the Goldstein Personality and Learning Profile, which familiarizes others with your child as a person.
Lucille Bannon, Special Education Services
251 Cooke Street
Plainville, CT 06062
(860) 793-9227
Email: mialiep | at | sbcglobal.net
Special Education Teacher focusing on Developmental, Social-emotional, and Behavioral needs of children from birth to five.
Baron Therapy Services
Lisa Baron
15 Research Dr.
Woodbridge, CT 06525
(203) 387-1401
Email: lisabaron | at | barontherapy.com
Web: http://www.barontherapy.com
Pediatric multi-disciplinary private practice providing speech-language therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, therapeutic day programs, extended day programs and tutoring to children with special needs.
Derek M. Beaulieu, Esq.
Attorney at Law
P.O. Box 60452
Longmeadow, MA 01116
(413) 636-9157
Email: DBeaul1444 | at | aol.com
Web: http://DerekBeaulieu.homestead.com
I am an attorney based out of Longmeadow MA. I have been practicing in Special Education law for over ten years. I am experienced, professional and affordable.
Behavioral Compass Group, LLC
Beth A. Pritchard
44 Dale Road Suite 303
Avon, CT 06001
(860) 798-9652
Email: behavioralcompassgroup | at | comcast.net
Web: http://www.behavioralcompassgroup.com
We provide the following professional services: Education Consulting; Social/Life Skills Training; Emotional Self Regulation Training; Certified Guardian Ad Litem; and Divorce Consulting.
Behavioral Management, LLC
Neil Quatrano, MSW
250 East Main St.
Clinton, CT 06413
(860) 669-2195; (860) 669-2914 (fax)
Email: nquatrano | at | behavioralmanagement.org
Web: http://www.behavioralmanagement.org
We offer traditional services of individual and family therapy, medication assessments as well as mentoring, respite, after-school programs and parenting classes.
Nora A. Belanger, Esq.
Attorney at Law
10 Wall Street
Norwalk, CT 06850
(203) 854-8597; (203) 854-5344 (fax)
Email: norabelanger | at | gmail.com
Web: http://www.norabelanger.com
We are a full-service special education law firm, servicing parents through counseling, advocacy,resolution sessions, manifestation determinations, mediation, hearings and federal court.
Lawrence W. Berliner, Esq.
Attorney at Law
Shoreline Office
26 Long Hill Road
Guilford, CT 06437
(203) 255-0582; (203) 255-0576 (fax)
Email: lwb.esq | at | gmail.com
Web: http://berlinerspecialedlaw.com/
With 25+ years experience devoted to advocating for families in special education and disability law, my practice focuses on representation at PPT’s, mediations, due process hearings and in court.
Jane Bisantz & Associates, LLC
91 Main Street
East Hampton, CT 06424
(860) 267-6768; (860) 267-9560 (fax)
Email: doran.natalia | at | gmail.com
Web: http://www.birth23.org
A School Psychologist providing psychological, social-emotional, and behavioral assessment, as well as counseling and therapy for children from birth to three and their families.
Marilyn Boehm, P.T.
28 Crabapple Rd.
Windsor, CT 06095
(860) 402-4541
Email: maboehmpt | at | comcast.net
Physical Therapy services for babies and children with developmental disabilities.
BounceU of North Branford
1289 Foxon Rd.
PO Box 596
North Branford, CT 06471
(203) 484-9200; (203) 433-4173 (fax)
Email: northbranford.ct | at | bounceu.com
Web: http://bounceu.com/northbranford
We provide “Sensory Bounce” Sessions for children with special needs.
BounceU of Stratford
305 Hathaway Dr.
Stratford, CT 06615
(203) 375-2700; (203) 375-2702 (fax)
Email: stratford.ct | at | bounceu.com
Web: http://bounceu.com/stratford
We provide “Sensory Bounce” Sessions for children with special needs.
Boys & Girls Village, Inc.
528 Wheelers Farm Road
Milford, CT 06460
(203) 330-6790; (203) 330-6756 (fax)
Email: walsha | at | boysvill.org
Web: http://www.boysvill.org
Boys & Girls Village is a 501 3c non-profit agency with offices in Waterbury, Milford, and Bridgeport. Kids I.N.N our sub-acute shelter for children who are psychiatrically disturbed; our Day School for children with special educational needs.
Brain Balance Achievement Center of Norwalk
Mark Goldenberg DC, DABCN
15 Cross Street
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 847-3000; (203) 354-9688 (fax)
Email: norwalk | at | brainbalancecenters.com
Web: http://www.brainbalancecenters.com
Working with children aged 5-17 struggling with attention, academics, Behavior and Socialization using a Drug-Free brain based approach to improve processing and communication between the two hemispheres of the brain.
Brain Injury Association of Connecticut
200 Day Hill Road, Suite 250
Windsor, CT 06095
(860) 219-0291; (800) 278-8242; (860) 219-0568 (fax)
Email: general | at | biact.org
Web: http://www.biact.org
Bram Speech & Language Consultants
Allyson Mahoney
9 Maple Tree Ave.
Stamford, CT 06906
(203) 644-3136
Email: Allyson | at | bramconsultants.com
Web: http://Bramconsultants.com
Private practice specializing in pediatric speech and language needs.
Branches of Hope, Inc.
Janie Dyment
19 Ludlow Road, Suite 202
Westport, CT 06880
(203) 227-3383; (203) 227-7490 (fax)
Email: janie | at | branchesofhope.org
Web: http://www.branchesofhope.org
A non profit organization screening and diagnostics to direct treatment services as well as family supports.
Meredith C. Braxton, Esq.
Attorney at Law
280 Railroad Ave., Suite 205
Greenwich, CT 06830
(203) 661-4610; (203) 661-4611 (fax)
Email: braxtonlaw | at | optonline.net
I engage in legal advocacy for children with disabilities, including coaching parents, attending PPT meetings, record review, mediation, and due process.
Annmarie P. Briones, Esq.
Attorney at Law
One Eliot Place
Fairfield, CT 06824
(203) 259-5300; (203) 259-2996 (fax)
Email: abriones | at | fnlslaw.com
Web: http://www.fnlslaw.com
We are experienced trial attorneys in Connecticut State and Federal Courts. Attorney Briones respresents families in special education matters at PPTs, due process hearings, and state and/or federal cases.
Bonnie Britz Tutoring
292 Hemlock Hills Rd.N
Fairfield, CT 06824
(203) 254-8337; (203) 451-4900
Email: bbritz2 | at | aol.com
Certified Orton-Gillingham reading tutor will provide a chance for children with dyslexia to reach their highest potential. Multisensory approach gives children skills and confidence.
Marcia E. Brubeck, JD, LCSW
674 Prospect Avenue
Hartford, CT 06105
(860) 231-1997
Email: MBrubeck | at | comcast.net
Website: http://www.MarciaBrubeck.com
Psychotherapy and advocacy with a client-centered, strengths-based focus that helps adults, children, and families achieve their short- and long-term goals.
Timothy J. Bryant, Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist
2 L East Lane
Bloomfield, CT 06002
(860) 992-9726
Email: ustjb@aol.com
My services include language development.
Bureau of Rehabilitation Services
Department of Social Services
25 Sigourney Street
Hartford, CT 06106
(860) 424-4848
Email: john.halliday | at | po.state.ct.us
Web: www.brs.state.ct.us
Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, LLC
898 Ethan Allen Highway Suite 6
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 438-4848
Email: roseann | at | drroseann.com
Web: http://www.drroseann.com
Assessment of learning, reading, attention, social functioning, & behavior (specialized in Reading Disability & ADHD). Positive, solution-focused advocacy, educational & IEP/504 consultation, professional development, tutoring referral service & neurofeedback.
Center for Children with Special Health Care Needs
Connecticut Children’s Medical Center
282 Washington Street
Hartford, CT 06106
(860) 545-9230; (877) 743-5515 (in CT)
Web: www.ccmckids.org
The Center for Children with Special Needs, LLC
Michael D. Powers, PsyD
2213 Main Street
Glastonbury, CT 06033
(860) 430-1762; (860) 430-1767 (fax)
Email: info | at | autismct.com
Web: http://www.autismct.com
Provide psychological evaluations to children diagnosed with autism to help parents understand child’s needs and provide information to schools to help with learning.
Child and Adolescent Consultation and Evaluation
Carol S. Nelson, M.S.
The Exchange
270 Farmington Avenue, Suite 206
Farmington, CT 06032
(877) 576-3220
Email: cace | at | ureach.com
CACE is an interdisciplinary team providing psychological and educational evaluations and behavioral consultation, evaluating preschoolers though young adults,and networking with other preferred clinical specialists.
Child & Adolescent Evaluation and Consultation
Robert K. Riccio, PhD, ABPP
270 Farmington Ave. Suite 206
Farmington, CT 06032
(877) 576-3220
Email: CACE | at | ureach.com
We are a group of multidisciplinary professionals who have evaluated and provided behavioral consultation to children and their families for over 25 years.
Child Advocacy, LLC
Jeen Melendez, JD
615 West Johnson Ave, Suite 202
Cheshire, CT 06410
(203) 271-3011; (203) 718-2350 (fax)
Email: childadvocate | at | cox.net
Web: http://ChildAdvocacy.LLC.com
“Educational advocacy for children with special needs…progressive solutions for out of the box problems.”
Child and Family Institute of Fairfield County
Pamela Samaha
33 Junction Road
Brookfield, CT 06804
(203) 740-7296
Email: psamaha | at | cficares.org
Web: http://www.cficares.org
Innovative, comprehensive and effective mental health services since 1996 including a therapeutic summer camp, individual and group therapy, parent coaching and advocacy services.
The Claus Academy, Inc.
Barb Schade, Director
25 Van Zant St.
Norwalk, CT 06055
(203) 268-8303
Email: tca | at | clausacademy.org
A learning center for all. Focus on literacy, executive function, tutoring, SAT, employment/further education skills. Average reading gain is 2 years in six months.
ClubZ! In-Home Tutoring Services
Maq Jawed
232 Thunder Lake Road, Wilton, CT 06897
Darien, Norwalk, New Canaan, Westport, Fairfield and Trumbull
(203) 563-9050; (203) 563-9350 (fax)
Email: ctclubztutoring | at | optonline.net
Web: www.clubztutoring.com
ClubZ! Tutoring Services is the world’s largest one-on-one tutoring program.
Club Z! Tutoring & Educational Services
Jim Hannigan
142 Munn Rd.
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 264-4357; (203) 267-5466 (fax)
Email: clubztutoring | at | earthlink.net
Web: www.clubztutoring.com
We provide in-home tutoring and parent assistor/advocacy support for individuals with special needs, learning disabilities, ADHD
CMS Tutoring
Caroline Serafino
70 Sanford Place
Stratford, CT 06614
(203) 873-6016
Email: caroline.serafino | at | gmail.com
I am a Licensed Elementary Education Teacher who is also a Certified Orton-Gillingham based Reading Tutor. I can provide tutorial service in Reading/Writing/Spelling using the Orton-Gillingham Approach.
Gary I. Cohen, P.C.
Annmarie P. Briones
1100 Summer Street, 3rd Floor
Stamford, CT 06905
(203) 622-8787; (203) 622-8798 (fax)
Email: annmarie | at | giclaw.com
We represent students with disabilities at IEP meetings, mediations, due process hearings and during appeals. We also provide consulting services, record reviews and strategies for matters that are not ready or appropriate for litigation.
Phillip J. Cohn, Esq.
Attorney at Law
40 Richards Avenue, 3rd Floor
Norwalk, CT 06854
(203) 604-6770
Email: phillip | at | mychildsrights.com
Web: http://www.mychildsrights.com
Law firm dedicated to protecting children and adults with disabilities in special education and criminal matters. Representation for PPTs, Mediation, Due Process, and the Courts.
Collaborative Advocacy Associates
Jill Chuckas
191 Post Road West
Westport, CT 06880
(203) 352-3300
Email: jchuckas | at | collaborativeadvocacy.com
Web: http://www.collaborativeadvocacy.com
We provide support to families with children who have special learning needs, to ensure that your school district is providing your child with an educational program that truly meets his or her special needs.
Communication Connection
Ellen Sieminski
16 Ash Rd.
South Windsor, CT 06074
(860) 614-1375
Email: elsieminski | at | gmail.com
SLPA and Early Intervention Associate
Connecticut Association for Children and Adults with Learning Disabilities (CACLD)
Beryl Kaufman
25 Van Zant St. St. 15-5
East Norwalk, CT 06855
(203) 838-5010; (203) 866-6108 (fax)
Email: cacld | at | optonline.net
Web: http://www.cacld.org/
A Resource Center providing a Telephone HelpLine, information and referral, bookstore, advocacy, in-depth consultations, newsletters, conferences, library, parent training and more. School psychologist on staff to review records and give direction.Connecticut Autism Spectrum Resource Center
Stacy Hultgren
1978 Whitney Avenue
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 248-5222; (203) 248-0222 (fax)
Email: stacy.asrc | at | sbcglobal.net
Web: http://www.ct-asrc.org
A non-profit organization that provides recources, training, services and programs throughout the state of Connecticut to benefit those with autism spectrum disorders, their family members, and the professionals who work with them.
Connecticut Birth to Three System
Linda Goodman, Part C Director
460 Capitol Avenue
Hartford, CT 06106-1308
(800) 505-7000; (860) 571-7525 (fax)
Email: linda.goodman | at | po.state.ct.us
Web: www.birth23.org
Supports for families to meet the needs of their infant or toddler up to age three with a disability or developmental delay
Connecticut Branch of the International Dyslexia Association
Haskins Laboratories
300 George Street
New Haven, CT 06511
(203) 865-6163 Ext. 253; (203) 865-8963 (fax)
Email: gillis | at | haskins.yale.edu
Web: http://www.connbida.org
We are the CT branch of an international organization that concerns itself with the complex issues of dyslexia. The IDA membership consists of a variety of professionals in partnership with dyslexics and their families and all others interested in The Association’s mission.
Connecticut Coalition for Inclusive Education [CCIE]
P.O. Box 331053
West Hartford, CT 06133
(860) 953- 8335 Ext 11
Web: www.includeme.org
A statewide advocacy group for inclusion of children with disabilities in public schools.
Connecticut Council on Developmental Disabilities
460 Capitol Avenue
Hartford, CT 06106-1308
(860) 418-6160; (860) 418-6172 (TTY)
Email: ed.preneta | at | po.state.ct.us
Web: www.state.ct.us/ctcdd
Connecticut Department of Education
165 Capitol Avenue
Hartford, CT 06145
(860) 713-6548
Web: http://www.state.ct.us/SDE/
Connecticut Down Syndrome Congress, Inc.
Shanon M. McCormick
200 Research Parkway
Meriden, CT 06450
(888) 486-8537
Email: smccormick | at | ctdownsyndrome.org
Web: http://ctdownsyndrome.org
We are a statewide organization that advocates for and lends support to people who have Down syndrome and their families.
* Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center (CPAC)
338 Main Street
Niantic, CT 06357
(860) 739-3089; (800) 445-2722 (In CT)
Email: cpac | at | cpacinc.org
Web: www.cpacinc.org
Connecticut Parent-Teacher Association
Wilbur Cross Commons Building, Suite 12
60 Connolly Parkway
Hamden, CT 06514-2519
(203) 281-6617
Email: ctpta | at | aol.com
Web: www.ctpta.org
Connecticut Speech-Language-Hearing Association
213 Back Lane
Newington, CT 06111-4204
(860) 666-6900
Email: CSHA.ASSOC. | at | snet.net
Web: www.ctspeechhearing.org
Mark R. Connell, Attorney At Law, LLC
420 East Main Street, Suite 12
Branford, CT 06405
(203) 488-5586
Email: markconnellattorney | at | comcast.net
Web: http://www.markconnellattorney.com
I help people by providing gift and estate tax strategies, planning for special needs, and asset protection.
Constellation School-Based Therapy
Sharon McCloskey
14 Westport Avenue
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 845-8000; (203) 845-8005 (fax)
Email: smccloskey | at | constellationhs.com
Web: http://www.constellationhs.com
Pediatric Occupational and Physical Therapy – expertise and quality in the delivery of educationally-related therapy services to several school districts in Lower Fairfield County, CT.
CT Education Advocates
David N. Pino, Ed.D.
1 Keen Court
Enfield, CT 06082
(860) 698-0681
Email: admin | at | ct-educationadvocates.com
Web: http://www.ct-educationadvocates.com
Special education advocates serving Connecticut and Western Massachusetts. Consultation available for learning disabilities, behavior improvement, and IEP review and development.
CT FEAT – ConnecticuT Families for Effective Autism Treatment
Roseanne Shea, President
P.O. Box 370352
West Hartford, CT 06137-0352
(860) 571-3888
Email: ctfeat | at | ctfeat1.org
Web: http://www.ctfeat.org
A non-profit organization formed by parents and family members to provide information and support to the families of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD).
CT Parent Advocacy Center
338 Main Street
Niantic, CT
(860) 739-3089; (860) 739-7460 (fax)
Email: cpac | at | cpacinc.org
Web: http://www.cpacinc.org
If your child has special needs… We are here to help! The Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center, Inc. (CPAC) is a statewide nonprofit organization that offers information and support to families of children with any disability or chronic illness, age birth to 26.
CT Psych & Wellness Ctr, Child Development Program
Michelle Ragozzine
1 Bradley Road, Suite 905
Woodbridge, CT 06525
(203) 298-9005
Email: mragozzine | at | ctpsychwellness.com
Web: http://www.ctpsychwellness.com
The Child Development Program (CDP) offers evaluation and treatment services to children with various developmental disabilities. Services are provided by individuals licensed or credentialed in their area of expertise who also have training and experience working with children with various disabilities.
Daphne Cyr, Early Childhood Intervention Specialist and Educational Consultant
368 Granville Road
North Granby, CT 06060
(860) 690-3599
Email: DaphCT | at | cox.net
Educational services for babies and young children with developmental delays; individual tutoring, grades K to 2.
Daly Consulting
Kevin Daly
PO Box 1221
Bristol, CT 06011-1221
(860) 888-3420
Email: kevin | at | dalyconsulting.net
Web: http://www.dalyconsulting.net
Advocacy and special education support for parents who want to get involved in their child’s education and effectively resolve disagreements with their school.
John D. Darer, 4structures.com, LLC
43 Harbor Drive Unit 309
Stamford, CT 06902
(888) 325-8640; (203) 561-6560; (203) 969-2303 (fax)
Email: structures | at | aol.com
Web: http://www.4structures.com
Information resource providing assistance to parents and children with disabilities involved in claims or litigation, and their attorneys.
Department of Children and Families
505 Hudson Street
Hartford, CT 06106
(860) 550-6683
Email: karen.andersson | at | po.state.ct.us
Web: www.state.ct.us/dcf
Department of Developmental Services
460 Capitol Avenue
Hartford, CT 06106
(860) 418-6000
Email: ddsct.co | at | ct.gov
Web: http://www.ct.gov/dds
Our mission is to join with others to create the conditions under which all the people we serve experience: Presence and participation in Connecticut town life, Opportunities to develop and exercise competence, Opportunities to make choices in the pursuit of a personal future, Good relationships with family members and friends. Respect and dignity.
Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services
410 Capitol Avenue
P.O. Box 341431
Hartford, CT 06134
(860) 418-7000
Web: www.dmhas.state.ct.us
Developmental Disabilities Advocacy & Consulting, LLC
Wendy L. Van Kirk
160 Founder’s Way
Stratford, CT 06614-1680
(203) 375-8156; (203) 381-9004 (fax); (203) 394-871
Email: ddacllc | at | vankirk.org
Web: www.vankirk.org
Advocacy and Consulting for children with developmental disabilities, and will assist school districts in improving their special education service delivery for the benefit of children.
Danbury Area Autism Spectrum Parent Group
c/o Lisa Marciano
211 Main St
Danbury, CT 06810
(203) 870-5641
Email: lmarciano19 | at | sbcglobal.net
Parents supporting Parents of ASD kids. We meet the second Wednesday of each month in the Walnut Hill Community Church, Bethel,CT from 7-9 PM.
Katy Diamond, Pediatric Therapy
614 Fern Street
West Hartford, CT 06107
(860) 777-5241
Email: katyrh4 | at | hotmail.com
Providing occupational therapy services to children starting at birth. Specializing in feeding and oral motor skills.
Dyslexia and Reading Success!
Doreen Bentley
259 O’Leary Rd
Thompson, CT 06277
(860) 923-9823
Email: bdbentley | at | charter.net
Successful Dyslexia Testing Specialist and Orton-Gillingham-based Reading Tutor will treat your student with respect and together reading success can and will happen!
Early Childhood Solutions
Amy Watson
91 Elmfield Street
West Hartford, CT 06110
(860) 461-8582
Email: amylinneaw | at | gmail.com
Certified Birth to Five Early Childhood Specialist, providing consulting, early intervention services and advocacy.
East Coast Communication Solutions
Michaela Sullivan
156 Bailey Road
Rocky Hill, CT 06067
(781) 454-5146
Email: sullivan.martha | at | att.net
East Coast Communication Solutions provides Speech and Language evaluations and therapeutic services for children and adults. This clinician specializes in Augmentative Alternative Communication.
Easter Seals Camp Hemlocks
85 Jones Street
P.O. Box 198
Hebron, CT 06248-0198
(860) 228-9496; (860) 228-2091 (TTY)
Email: Markk | at | eastersealsofct.org
Web: www.ct.easter-seals.org
Easter Seals Connecticut
85 Jones Street
P.O. Box 100
Hebron, CT 06248-0100
(860) 228-9438; (800) 832-4409
Email: johnq | at | eastersealsofct.org
Web: www.ct.easter-seals.org
Eastern CT Assistive Technology Center at WRCC
Jennifer Lortie
Windham Regional Community Council
872 Main St.
Willimantic, CT 06226
(860) 423-4534; (860) 423-2601 (fax)
Email: jennifer.lortie | at | wrccinc.org
Web: http://www.wrccinc.org/ECAT.html
At ECAT people can try out a variety of items that can be used to increase the independence of a person with a disability.
Education Advocacy, LLC
Diane Willcutts
846 Farmington Avenue, Suite 10
West Hartford, CT 06119
(860) 270-0151
Email: diane.willcutts | at | gmail.com
Web: http://www.educationadvocacyllc.com
Diane provides skilled advocacy services using strategic thinking, courtesy, and clear communication. Services provided throughout Connecticut.
Stephen A. Ehrens, CPA
Northwestern Mutual Financial Network
One Eliot Place, Suite 200
Fairfield, CT 06824
(203) 256-2162; (203) 256-9884 (fax)
Email: stephen.ehrens | at | nmfn.com
Web: http://www.nmfn.com/stephenehrens
When it’s time to have a “Quiet Conversation” about estate planning and special needs trusts, I empower parents with the knowledge they need to make the best informed “peace of mind” decisions for their family’s future.
Epilepsy Foundation of Connecticut
386 Main Street
Middletown, CT 06457-3360
(800) 899-3745; (860) 346-1928 (fax)
Email: efct | at | sbcglobal.net
Web: http://www.epilepsyct.com
The Epilepsy of Connecticut will ensure that people with seizures are able to participate in all life experiences; and will prevent, control and cure epilepsy through services, education, advocacy, and research.
Terra Evans, Autism Advocate
27 Graves Ave
Guilford, CT 06437
(775) 230-6849
Email: spectrumlegal | at | live.com
Autism advocate services – IEP reviews to conform to SMART IEP according to the laws of IEP and Connecticut.
Excel Tutoring, LLC
Pauline Crisci-Goncalves
20 Church Hill Road
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 270-8887; (203) 270-8884 (fax)
Email: learn | at | exceltutoringllc.com
Web: http://www.exceltutoringllc.com
Excel Tutoring, LLC provides one-to-one academic tutoring for all ages and subjects in your home or at our learning center, located in Newtown/Sandy Hook. We also offer college and career counseling.
FacingFutures, LLC
Maggie Coudriet Siegel
70 Bunker Hill Drive
Trumbull, CT 06611
(203) 261-3211; (203) 452-0324 (fax)
Email: Maggie | at | FacingFutures.net
Web: http://www.FacingFutures.net
FacingFutures, LLC specializes in advocacy for the special needs community. As the parent of young adult with ASD, Maggie’s hard won knowledge, experience and the respect of those who count can assist those families in need of support and direction.
Fairfield County Advocacy, LLC
Maureen Hendricks Fox
460 Toll House Lane
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 231-2936
Email: fca122 | at | yahoo.com
Web: http://www.fairfieldcountyadvocacy.com
Work with families to get appropriate services for their children and help them advocate for themselves.
Fairfield County Learning
7 Fillbert Rd
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 852-0567
Email: fairfieldcountylearning | at | gmail.com
Web: http://fairfieldcountylearning.com
Consulting, academic coaching, standardized test prep, writing skills
Families United for Children’s Mental Health
Lorna Grivois
32 Norwich Avenue, Suite 102
Colchester, CT 06415
(860) 537-6125; (860) 537-6130 (fax)
Email: email | at | familiesunited.org
Web: http://www.familiesunited.org
Advocacy, Support and Education for families of children with mental health issues.
Family Solutions
Melissa Willow, LCSW
114 East Ave, Suite B
Norwalk, CT 06851
(917) 642-8149
Email: mwillow7 | at | msn.com
Provide counseling to families of children with developmental delays and disabilities. Specializing in early childhood developmental evaluation, Autsim/Pervasive Developmental Disorder, ABA therapy, behavior management, and advocacy.
FAP – Friends of Autistic People
Brita Darany
974 North Street
Greenwich CT 06831
(203) 661-8510
Email: bridaranyi | at | aol.com
Web: http://www.autisticadults.com
Not-for profit grass roots advocating for life span supports for ALL grown children with ASD; referrals, support group, workshops; suporting an autism focused home and planning a Farm Living & Learning Academy for children as they mature into adults.
Andrew A Feinstein, Esq.
Attorney at Law
86 Denison Avenue
Mystic, CT 06355
(860) 572-8585; (860) 572-0592 (fax)
Email: feinsteinandrew | at | sbcglobal.net
Web: http://attorneyfeinstein.com
My entire practice is helping children with disabilities and their families receive an appropriate education. See my website for details.
Finding Solutions
Beryl Yudkin, M.S., NCC, LPC
387 Danbury Road
Wilton, CT 06897
(203) 641-1866
Email: byfindsol | at | yahoo.com
A private practice focusing on the Social Emotional, Behavioral and Developmental needs of infants, toddlers, and young children by providing consultation, parent coaching, and referrals.
First Steps / Primeros Pasos
86 Van Buren Ave
West Hartford, CT 06107
(860) 690-6405
Email: baritsas | at | gmail.com
Bilingual Special Education teacher/Early Interventionist provides direct services to children with developmental delays; Autism spectrum disorders; ADHD/behavioral challenges
Sue Flanagan Physical Therapy services
129 Windermere Ridge Dr
Southington, CT 06489
(860) 620-0626
Email: suezpt | at | aol.com
I am a private physical therapist providing services for children from Birth to Five
John M. Flanders, Esq.
Attorney at Law
57 Washington Road
Cromwell, CT 06416
(860) 559-4706
Email: john | at | flandersgroup.net
As the father of a child in special education my practice is limited to advising, counseling, and representing families with children with disabilities in matters related to their education and civil rights.
Gerri Fleming, Advocate
Ten Wall Street
Norwalk, CT 06850
(203) 543-6500; (203) 853-9256 (fax)
Email: gerri.fleming | at | gmail.com
Web: http://ctadvocacy.com
Gerri Fleming provides parents of children with special needs, ages 3-21, assistance in securing their rights under IDEA and Section 504.
F.O.C.U.S.
Family Options Created by Understanding Special-needs
Richard J. Ricci
49 Athol Street
Springfield, MA 01107
(413) 250-8688; (413) 693-1217; (413) 788-5888 (fax)
Email: RRicci | at | CreativeFinancialGroup.us
We have designed a personalized life planning guide which provides a format to communicate your desires and concerns to present and future caregivers.
FORConn
35 Robinwood Road
Trumbull, CT 06611-4923
(203) 375-1796
Email: bob.wood | at | snet.net
Web: www.forconn.org
Caryl Frankenberger, Ed.M.
Frankenberger Associates
1 Whitewood Drive
Branford, CT 06405
(203) 481-8476
Email: carylfrank | at | aol.com
Learning Disability Specialist with expertise in psycho-educational evaluation and independent school placement
Richard B. Freeman Associates, LLC
14 Twisted Oak Circle
Trumbull, CT 06611
(203) 459-4567; (203) 521-6026; (203) 459-0188 (fax)
Email: rbf001 | at | earthlink.net
Advocacy for children who have behavioral issues, particularly autism, ADHD, Bipolar disorder, etc. Support encoumpasses school programs, DMR, DCF issues and other agencies.
Meg Fuller M.A., Educational Therapist
970 Farmington Ave Suite 304
West Hartford, CT 06107
(860) 521-6617
Email: megfuller | at | cox.net
Web: http://www.aetonline.org/
Individualized intervention for students of all ages with learning disabilities/learning challenges focusing on strengthening the areas of deficit through intensive, specialized, individual instruction.
Future Horizons
c/o Dr. John H. Ryan
50 Center Street
Southington, CT 06489
(860) 276-3843; (860) 621-1126 (fax)
Email: info | at | future-horizons.org
Web: www.future-horizons.org
Future Horizons is a center specializing in assessments, tutoring, coaching and parent advocacy for adolescents and adults with learning disabilities and/or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
Christina D. Ghio, Esq.
Attorney at Law
P.O. Box 186
Cheshire, CT 06410
(860) 580-9443; (860) 516-1550 (fax)
Email: christinaghio | at | ctchildlaw.com
Web: http://ctchildlaw.com
Attorney Ghio represents parents of children with disabilities in special education, disability discrimination cases, and other matters
The Glenholme School
81 Sabbaday Lane
Washington, CT 06793
(860) 868-7377; (860) 868-7894 (fax)
Email: glenholmemedia | at | gmail.com
Web: http://theglenholmeschool.org
A therapeutic boarding school in Washington, CT. for students, ages 10 to 18, diagnosed with Asperger’s, ADHD, OCD, Tourette’s, depression, anxiety, and various learning differences.
Greater Danbury CHADD
Tel: (203) 790-8654
Email: Lorinda Arconti Lorilu725 | at | aol.com
Web: http://www.chaddonline.org/chapters/chadd785.html
Greco & Associates
Andre V. Greco – Advocate
3 Surrey Lane
Enfield, CT 06082
(860) 749-3883; (860) 883-8297
Email: info | at | grecoandassociates.com
Web: http://www.grecoandassociates.com
We advocate for the rights of your child! Attending PPT’s, creating IEP’s, and working with your school to ensure your child receives an appropriate program.
Greenwich Education Group
Allyson Mahoney, MS, CCC/SLP
44 Commerce Road
Stamford, CT 06902
(203) 661-1609; (866) 890-3414 (fax)
Email: allyson | at | greenwichedprep.com
Web: http://greenwichedgroup.com
Providing speech and language therapy at homes, schools or in our Stamford or New Canaan offices.
Greenwich Education and Prep’s Center for Specialized Learning Services
Mindy Rothstein
399 East Putnam Ave, 2nd Floor
Cos Cob, CT 06807
(203) 340-2914
Email: mrothstein | at | greenwichedprep.com
Web: http://www.greenwichedprep.com
Provides ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) therapy to children and young adults ages birth through 18. We teach verbal behavior, play skills, replace inappropriate behavior with appropriate behavior, and social skills.
Guerra and Clark
Parents, Advocates and Attorneys providing advocacy and special education legal services. We can help you at any point in your journey through the special education system, from first diagnosis and entry, through IEP meetings, transitions and beyond.
E-mail at: ctadvocatesrc | at | aol.com
High Road School of Wallingford
Carol Revill
29a-33 Village Lane
Wallingford, CT 06492
(203) 294-9139; (203) 294-9782 (fax)
Email: crevill | at | highroadschool.com
Web: http://www.highroadschool.com
High Road School of Wallingford (Primary/Middle and High School) are state- approved non-public special education day schools (grades K-12) for students who need a more restrictive environment due to behavioral,emotional/social, or psychiatric needs.
High Road Student Learning Center
Carol Revill
29-31 Village Lane
Wallingford, CT 06492
(203) 294-9139; (203) 294-9782 (fax)
Email: crevill | at | highroadschool.com
Web: http://www.highroadschool.com
The High Road Student Learning Center (lower/intermediate and upper schools) are state approved non-public special education schools for students with learning, language, and social challenges for students grades K-12 and age out 18 -21 years old.
Catherine A. Hogan, MSW, LCSW
Educational Consulting Services
PO Box 207115
New Haven, CT 06520
(203) 605-8727
Email: hoganca | at | mac.com
Psychotherapist & Advocate for Families and Children with Special Needs. Clinical Instructor at Yale Child Study Center, Ethics Committee of National Association of Social Workers.
Roseann Holden, M.Ed.
41 Patterson Way
Berlin, CT 06037
(860) 917-913
Email: roseann.m.holden | at | gmail.com
Provide direct services and family support for young children with delays or disabilities.
Sharon G. Huttner, Language and Speech Therapy
65 River Road
North Haven, CT 06473
(203) 464-2776
Email: sharonhuttner | at | msn.com
Pediatric Speech/Language Pathologlist in private practice with 40 years of experience specializing in autism and apraxia. Home visits available.
IDEA Training Center
Sally Brockett, M.S., Director
20 Washington Avenue, Suite 108
North Haven, CT 06473
(203) 234-7401
Email: ideasb | at | cshore.com
Web: www.IdeaTrainingCenter.com
Providing Berard Auditory Integration Training (AIT) for children and adults and special education consultation services.
iDriveYourCar.Com
Christian Schine, Owner
208 BayBerry Lane
Westport, CT 06880
(888) 888-7897
Email: tim | at | idriveyourcar.com
Web: http://www.idriveyourcar.com
Affordable transportation service for families with special needs children.
Inclusion Teaming, Inc.
Catherine A. Hogan, LCSW, DIR.
PO Box 207115
New Haven, CT 06520
(203) 605-8727
Email: info | at | inclusionteaming.org
Web: http://inclusionteaming.org
Non-profit organization providing group opportunities for students with skill difference and students with skill advantage to learn about each others learning and social interaction process.
Infinity Music Therapy Services
Jona Jeffcoat, MT-BC
122 Windsor Ave. 2nd Floor
Meriden, CT 06451
(860) 518-5557; (888) 200-4093 (fax)
Email: info | at | infinitymusictherapy.com
Web: http://www.infinitymusictherapy.com
We provide high quality individual and group music therapy services throughout Connecticut.
Interpretation & Translation services
Cremilda Oliveira
102 Levesque Ave.
West Hartford, CT 06110
(860) 916-7601
Email: coliveira03 | at | yahoo.com
I provide Interpretation and Translation services for schools, counselors and families – Portuguese/English.
JW Advocates, LLC.
Jennifer Wayne-Weitz
1 Pomperaug Office Park, Suite 305
Southbury, CT 06488
(917) 841-7915; (203) 267-4700 (fax)
Email: Jweitz | at | JWAdvocates.com
Web: http://www.JWAdvocates.com
We provide advocacy services to ensure that your special needs child receives an appropriate education. We specialize in autism spectrum disorders and other behavioral syndromes.
Doreen Johnson, MA, Educational Diagnostician
125 Saner Road
Marlborough, CT 06447
(860) 490-2820
Email: dorjohn5 | at | comcast.net
Making a difference in the lives of students with special needs. Individualized intervention for students of all ages with learning challenges focusing on specialized instruction.
Dana A. Jonson, M.S.Ed., J.D.
Attorney at Law
13 Starr Lane
Bethel, CT 06801
(203) 797-8881; (888) 636-1361 (fax)
Email: dana_jonson | at | comcast.net
Web: http://ConnecticutSpecialEdAttorney.com
Connecticut attorney representing children with disabilities through the special education process.
John F Kearns III
Kearns & Kearns PC
1121 New Britain Avenue West
Hartford, CT 06110
(860) 233-1281; (860) 233-1281; (860) 523-5774 (fax)
Email: jkearns | at | kearnsandkearns.com
Web: http://www.kearnsandkearns.com
Kearns & Kearns designs special needs trusts for persons with disabilities and is a member of the special needs alliance a national network of trust and public benefits lawyers.
Robin P. Keller, Esq.
Attorney At Law
50 Washington St., Suite 744
Norwalk, CT 06854
(203) 548-0096; (203) 842-4081 (fax)
Email: rkeller | at | keller-law.com
Web: http://www.keller-law.com
Law firm focused on advising parents in becoming more effective advocates for their child. Represent parents in all phases of proceedings: from eligibility to litigation.
KIDSTEPS Family and Children’s Center
Marian Roy, Coordinator
51 Boston Post Rd. Unit 9
Madison, CT 06443
(203) 318-3692; (203) 318-3694 (fax)
Email: mroy | at | sarah-inc.org
Web: http://www.sarah-inc.org
The KIDSTEPS Family and Children’s Center provides programs and services for families with children with social, emotional and physical disabilities, and typical peers.
King’s Speech and Learning Center
Judy Rosenfield, M.A., CCC-SLP
225 Hopmeadow Street
Weatogue, CT 06089
(860) 217-0098; (860) 217-0742 (fax)
Email: judyR | at | kingsspeechandlearning.com
Web: http://kingsspeechandlearning.com
Speech, occupational therapy, music, public speaking,interviewing, pragmatic language including social skills groups. Executive functioning, Dyslexia, Sensory Processing, Autism, Apraxia. All ages. Insurance accepted.
Howard Klebanoff, Esq.
Attorney at Law
433 South Main Street Suite 102
West Hartford, CT 06110
(860) 313-5005; (860) 313-5010 (fax)
Email: kleblaw | at | snet.net
Web: www.howardklebanoff.com
A law firm dedicated to the educational rights of children, including special education, expulsion and disability law.
Anne Perri Koba
97 Harvest Wood Road
Rockfall, CT 06481
(860) 346-1358
Email: annekoba | at | aol.com
Occupational therapy services for children 0-21. Specialty areas include sensory-motor development, feeding skill facilitation and fine motor growth.
Marjorie M Koft, Speech Language Pathology/Early Interventionist
12 Chimney Hill Dr
Farmington, CT 06032
(860) 913-4459
Email: mkoft | at | yahoo.com
Providing direct services to children with disabilities. Areas of expertise: developmental delays, autism spectrum disorders, hearing impaired.
Mary Dale Lancaster, Esq.
Attorney at Law
98 Mill Plain Road – Suite 3 B
Danbury, CT 06811
(203) 616-5430; (203) 549-0425 (fax)
Email: marydale | at | optonline.net
Special Education Advocate: work with families to help them understand and navigate the public education system. Sliding scale fee available.
Jennifer D. Laviano, Esq.
77 Danbury Road
Suite C-6
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 431-4757; (203) 438-8356 (fax)
Email: lavlaw3 | at | aol.com
Law firm focusing almost exclusively on the representation of disabled children. Representation for PPTs, Mediation, Due Process, and other litigation. Extensive experience in Connecticut.
* Learning Disabilities Association of Connecticut
999 Asylum Avenue
Hartford, CT 06105
(860) 560-1711
Email: lda | at | ldaofct.org
Web: http://www.ldact.org
LDA assists families with the educational needs of children with disabilities through training, record review and PPT attendance. Payment is based on a sliding scale.
Learning House
Susan Santora, Director & Orton-Gillingham Fellow
264 Church Street
Guilford, CT 06437-2439
(203) 453-3691; (203) 453-1089 (fax)
Email: learnhse | at | sbcglobal.net
Educational center specializing in teaching individuals with learning disabilities. LH offers diagnostic testing, individual instruction by Orton-Gillingham trained teachers, teacher training, and education programs.
Bethany Lebel, Special Education Services
Willimantic, CT 06226
(860) 208-2537
Email: brl125 | at | earthlink.net
Provide direct services and family support for children birth to three with delays or disabilities.
Hank S. Lerner, M. Ed, NCC, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Rehabilitation Resources
674 Prospect Ave.
Hartford, CT. 06105
(860) 236-4295; (860) 523-1201 (fax)
Email: professional.counselor | at | comcast.net
I am a clinical mental health counselor, with specialization in working with LD/ADHD adolescents and adults.
Life Skills
William Stowell-Alonso
27 Hendrie Ln
Riverside, CT 06878
(203) 554-9857
Email: lifeskillstrainer.info | at | gmail.com
Web: http://lifeskillstrainer.info/
Serving families with individuals having special gifts, talents/ disabilities. Life Skills Coaching, Executive Functions Coaching, Personal Training. Practical, results-based. M.A. in Special Education, bilingual.
Lighthouse Psychoeducational Services
Maureen F. Shea
867 Pequot Ave.
New London, CT 06320-4243
(860) 442-1133; (860) 286-2660
Email: Moshea867 | at | ct.metrocast.net
Web: http://www.LighthousePsychEd.com
Psychoeducational assessments, advocacy, coaching, tutoring, consulting, age ranges 3 to 21, parent education, workshop presentations, brain-based neuropsychological approach.
Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes — Darien
Darien Learning Center
1574 Post Road
Darien, CT 06820
(203) 656-0771; (203) 656-0735 (fax)
Email: darien.center | at | lindamoodbell.com
Web: http://www.lindamoodbell.com/learningcenters/index.Aspx
Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes is an internationally recognized leader in the research and development of programs that teach children and adults the underlying skills necessary for reading, spelling, and comprehension.
Literacy Advocates
Sheryl Knapp
10 Wall Street
Norwalk, CT 06850
(203) 866-4400; (203) 894-8586; (203) 853-9246 (fax)
Email: sknapp | at | literacyadvocates.com
Web: http://literacyadvocates.com
Literacy consulting and advocacy services for students with learning differences. Specializing in collaborating with schools to implement research-based interventions/accommodations which address individual students’ needs.
Little Hands, Big Ideas, LLC
Colleen Brunetti
42 Maple Hollow Road
New Hartford, CT 06057
(860) 833-9788
Email: colleen | at | littlehandsbigideas.com
Web: http://www.littlehandsbigideas.com
Sign language for kids, caregivers, and educators. Private and public classes, professional development workshops. Advocate for language for all kids.
Christen Long, Early Childhood Intervention Specialist and Educational Consultant
76 Bowers Street
Manchester, CT 06042
(860) 558-0704
Email: christen72 | at | cox.net
Educational services for babies and young children with developmental delays; individual tutoring, grades K-2.
LULAC Head Start Inc
375 James Street
New Haven CT 06513
(203) 777-7501
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LULAC Head Start Inc
250 Cedar Street
New Haven CT 06519
(203) 777-4006
Web: lulacheadstart.org
Contact Person: Robin B. Stewart, Disabilities & Mental Health Coordinator
LULAC’s Special Needs Component serves to identify, plan and make referrals for children with physical, learning, emotional or behavioral difficulties in a rich educational environment.
Jessie Lyall, Certified Orton-gillingham Tutor
40 Frances Court
Cheshire, CT 06410
(203) 699-8140
Email: jlyall1 | at | yahoo.com
Certified Orton-gillingham Tutor. Providing one on one, multi-sensory learning sessions to dyslexic students. Students excel in reading and spelling, giving a chance to reach their highest potential.
J. Lynn Enterprises, LLC
Judith L. Imperatore, M.Ed.
56 Noah Lane,
Tolland, CT 06084
(860) 454-7494
Email: judeee77 | at | comcast.net
Web: http://www.transitionresponse.com
Services include: Comprehensive Transition Assessment & Vocational Evaluation, Community Based Individualized Services, Training, Program Evaluation and Consultation
Main Math LLC
Laura Main
42 The Old Road
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 270-9348
Email: MainMath | at | charter.net
Assessment and intervention plan development for elementary students with math disabilities or difficulties. Plan may be easily implemented by school, parent or tutor.
MARC Community Resources
Amy Berge
124 Washington St.
Middletown, CT 06457
(860) 342-0700; (860) 342-1492 (fax)
Email: amy.berge | at | marc-cr.org
Web: http://marcweb.org
MARC is a private non profit that supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We provide support, education, and advocacy to families. We also have a Saturday respite program for children 6-12.
Jule McCombes-Tolis, Ph.D., IEE
42 Quail Run
Madison, CT 06443
(203) 927-3142
Email: independentevaluator | at | gmail.com
Web: http://independentevaluatorct.com
Specializes in the identification and remediation of reading disorders, including Dyslexia. Identification, program development, school consultation.
Robert C. McCoy, Esq.
Attorney at Law
P.O. Box 824
Norwich CT 06360
(860) 886-9455; (860) 823-1535 (fax)
Email: robert.mccoy | at | snet.net
Gerry McMahon, Esq.
Attorney at Law
Six Landmark Square, Suite 400
Stamford, CT 06901
and
51 Ketcham Rd.
Ridgefield, CT 06877-3114
(203) 246-7273; (800) 783-1073 (fax)
Email: gerry.mcmahon | at | comcast.net
Attorney and parent of child with special needs. Litigating in federal and state courts since 1987. Dedicated to protecting children’s educational rights.
Mental Health Association of Connecticut
20-30 Beaver Road, Suite 108
Wethersfield, CT 06109
(860) 529-1970
Email: MNTLHLTH | at | tiac.net
Web: www.mhact.org
MetDESK®, MetLife’s Division of Estate Planning
Nancy Liebermann, CFP®, CLTC
MetLife Financial Services®
6 Corporate Drive
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 513-6061; (888) 712-2310 X 6061; (203) 513-6080 (fax)
Email: nliebermann | at | metlife.com
Particular emphasis is placed on maintaining eligibility for most government benefits through the use of special needs or supplemental needs trusts.
MetDESK®, MetLife’s Division of Estate Planning for Special Kids
Anthony G. Recck and Kevin K. Carriere
100 Great Meadow Road, Suite 200
Wethersfield, CT 06109
(860) 258-3810; (860) 529-8381 (fax)
Email: habarrett | at | metlife.com
Web: www.specialneedsplanning.metlife.com
Jeanette Moore Ritch, MS Ed, Private Tutoring Services
9 Grammar School Drive
Danbury, CT 06811
(203) 984-9966
Email: JEMoore203 | at | hotmail.com
CT/NY/VT ‘NCLB Highly Qualified’ Certified Teacher, K-12; Specialize in learning disabilities, 1:1 tutoring, Orton-Gillingham Associate, Academic Writer
NAMI of Connecticut, Inc.
241 Main Street, 5th Floor
Hartford, CT 06106
(860) 882-0236; (800) 215-3021; (860) 882-0240 (fax)
Email: namicted | at | namict.org
Web: http://www.namict.org
Natural Choices in Health Care
Dr. Louise Sanchione
136 Dwight Rd.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
(413) 320-9158
Email: drsanchione | at | earthlink.net
Web: http://www.drsanchione.com
Dr. Sanchione is a naturopathic medical doctor, classical homeopath and former SPED teacher. She provides natural, safe and effective alternatives to prescription medication for children and adolescents with learning and behavior challenges.
Neuropsychological Assessment Services, LLC
Vivian H. Koda, Ph.D.
10 Mott Avenue – Suite 4S
Norwalk, CT 06850-3320
(203) 854-5901; (203) 854-9301 (fax)
Email: vkoda | at | sbcglobal.net
Providing comprehensive cognitive-behavioral evaluations for children 3 years of age thorugh young adult.
New Beginnings LLC
Amy Eisner
P.O. Box 453
Coventry, CT 06238
(860) 742-9149
Email: nb4success | at | charter.net
Web: http://www.help4specialeducation.com
Former Special Ed. Teacher, MA; Child Advocate thoughout Connectict for 20+ years. Cumulative file reviews, attend PPt’s, handle all mediation, due process procedures. Fierce negotiator.
New England ABA Associates LLC
24 Paulina Street APT 1
Somerville, MA 02144
Email: Jillannlarsen | at | gmail.com
Web: http://www.newenglandaba.com
Behavior Consultant providing services to children with Autism including behavior treatment plans, in-home therapy, functional assessment and more.
Newtown P.A.C.
Suzanne Lang
17 Church Hill Road
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 270-9869
Email: suzinart19 | at | sbcglobal.net
Web: http://www.newtownpac.com
Newtown P.A.C. (Parents Advocation for their Children) a grass roots group that helps inform and support parents of children with LD and ADHD.
No Limitation Educational Therapy
Danielle M. Fragoso
44 May Ave.
Naugatuck, CT 06770
(203) 632-8080; (310) 403-8371
Email: fragoso72 | at | yahoo.com
Web: http://www.ld-help.com
Educational therapy – specializing in working with students with learning disabilities. Areas addressed: reading, writing, math, processing skills remediation, assistive technology, cognitive training, and organization.
Nonverbal Learning Disorders Association
507 Hopmeadow Street
Simsbury, CT 06070
(860) 658-5522
Web: http://www.nlda.org
NLDA is a non-profit corporation dedicated to research, education, and advocacy for nonverbal learning disorders.
NW Medical Home Initiative for CYSHCN
St. Mary’s Hospital
95 Scovill St.
2nd Fl., Pavilion B
Waterbury, CT 06706
(203) 709-5716; (877) 737-1966; (203) 709-5153 (fax)
Email: rvitale | at | stmh.org
Web: http://www.stmh.org/community_programs
Partners with families of eligible children/youth in NW Connecticut. Advocacy, resource/services linkages, respite, parent support services/stipends,care plan development, care coordination,transition.
Office of Protection and Advocacy for Persons with Disabilities
60 B Weston Street
Hartford, CT 06120-1551
(860) 297-4300; (800) 842-7303 (In CT); (860) 566-2102 (TTY)
Email: OPA.Information | at | po.state.ct.us
Web: www.state.ct.us/opapd/
Joan Oppenheim, Psy.D., LLC
3 Sylvan Road South
Westport, CT 06880
(203) 227-3848; (203) 227-1713 (fax)
Email: Drjoppenheim | at | aol.com
Web: http://www.Drjoppenheim.com
My services include psychoeducational/neuropsychological assessments for LD’s,giftedness,personality and emotional functioning, consultations with schools and attorneys as well as attendance at PPT’s and psychotherapy for individuals and families.
Orton-Gillingham Reading Practitioner/Educator
Patricia Bennett-Bigham
43 Platts Hill Rd
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 270-8320
Email: pbennett-bigham | at | earthlink.net
Individual instruction (grades 1-12) by a certified Orton-Gillingham Pratitioner using the Orton-Gillingham approach for language-based (reading, spelling, writing) learning disabilities such as dyslexia.
OTTO Educational Consulting, LLC
Carole A. Otto, M.S., 6th year
116 Meadow Woods Road
DeepRiver, CT 06417
(860) 767-0755; (860) 581-8150 (fax)
Email: bluemooncarole | at | aol.com
Web: http://www.caroleotto.vpweb.com
Comprehensive Special Education consultation and support for parents. Student advocate. Parent /school liaison. Expert in program review.
Padres Abriendo Puertas/Parents Opening Doors
Georgina Felix
60 B Weston Street
Hartford, CT 06120
(860) 297-4391; (860) 566-8714 (fax)
Email: parentsopeningdoor | at | sbcglobal.net
Latino community based organization devoted primarily to ensure human, civil, educational, educational rights of Latino children with developmental disabilities and mental health issues.
Partners in Policymaking
Family Support Network
University of Connecticut
Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities
MC6222 The Exchange, Suite 262
263 Farmington Avenue
Farmington, CT 06030
(860) 679-1504
Email: mcole | at | nso1.uchc.edu
PATH Parent to Parent/Family Voices of CT
Carmina Cirioli & Nanfi Lubogo
P.O. Box 117
Northford, CT 06472
(203) 234-9554; (800) 399-7284; (203) 234-1876 (fax)
Email: pathp2pct | at | pathct.org
Web: http://www.pathct.org
Statewide Parent to Parent support and information network for families of children with special care needs. Connecting parents together who have experienced similar needs.
Piper A. Paul, Esq.
Attorney at Law
P.O. Box 126
Westport, CT 06881
(203) 227-2386
Email: ppaul | at | piperpaullaw.com
I represent students with disabilities in public, private, and college settings. Also represent students, with and without disabilities, for expulsion hearings, as well as criminal matters.
Pediatric Occupational Therapy
Val Williams
87 Old Ponsett Road
Haddam, CT 06438
(860) 345-2879
Email: c.v.williams87 | at | SBCGlobal.net
Provide pediatric occupational therapy
Pediatric Physical Therapy
Kim Samson RPT
225 Oldefield Farms
Enfield, CT 06082
(860) 698-9620
Email: kimrpt7 | at | cox.net
Pediatric Therapy Associates
Cathleen Clark
64 Barnabas Rd. Unit 4
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 270-1370; (203) 270-1417 (fax)
Email: cathyclark-pta | at | cox.net
Web: http://pediatrictherapyassociatesct.com
Providing physical, occupational and speech therapy to infants and children, fitness and yoga classes for typical and special needs kids. Family friendly and fun.
Pediatric Therapy Services
Cheryl Weber OTR/L
72 Northrop Rd
Woodbridge, CT 06525
(203) 901-4241
Email: PediatricTherapy | at | aol.com
OT services in the home. Birth to 21 years with variety of disabilities. NDT trained in pediatrics and baby. Evaluations, consultations and treatment available for child with autism, sensory issues, etc.
Personal Development Institute
Gary A. Kasey, PhD
6 Billingsgate
Avon, CT 06001
(860) 675-9765
Email: pdi4u | at | sbcglobal.net
Education program consultation and advocacy at PPTs. Educational and psychological evaluation.
Personalized Academic Tutoring, LLC
Club Z! Tutoring & Educational Services
142 Munn Rd. Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 792-5376 Greater Danbury Area; (203) 834-7829 Wilton Area; (203) 264-4357 Southbury Home Office
Email: clubztutoring | at | earthlink.net
Web: www.clubztutoring.com
Susan S. Petrok, Parent Advocate
150 Wayland Ave.
Waterbury, CT 06708
(203) 597-8510; (203) 232-7506; (203) 597-8510 (fax)
Email: sspetrok1117 | at | sbcglobal.net
Advocacy services for special needs children, specializing in autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, anxiety and processing disorders. Certified through CT-ASRC April 2007.
Piggy and the Moon Educational Consulting, LLC
Donna M. Volpitta, Ed.D.
98 Campbell Dr
Stamford, CT 06903
(203) 461-9135
Email: ldadvocate | at | hotmail.com
Web: http://www.educationadvise.com
Educational Coaching services for parents of both general and special education students.
The Pilot House
Doreen Caruso
240 Colony Street
Fairfield, CT 06824
(203) 292-8452; (203) 292-8456 (fax)
Email: hplesser | at | thepilothouse.org
Web: http://www.thepilothouse.org
The Pilot House provides programs and resources for families raising children who have developmental disabilities. Our mission is to enrich, empower and embrace families striving to restore balance in their lives.
Kathy Piquette, Early Childhood Interventionist
5 Concord Circle
Newington, CT 06111
(860) 490-1082
Email: kathy.piquette | at | yahoo.com
Retired teacher with over 40 years experience in servicing children with Autism. Expertise includes Developmental, Social Emotional, and Behavioral needs of children from birth-5.
Kimberly A. Pisinski, Esq.
Attorney at Law
Suite 166, 35 Old Avon Village
Avon, CT 06001
(860) 324-7985
Email: kpisinski | at | justice.com
Representation exclusively for children and adults with disabilities. PPTs, Mediation, DP, Expulsions, DCF, DMR, court. Presentations on disability and legal issues. IEP and Transition consultations.
Pamela Pollak LLC, Law Offices & Educational Advocacy
176 Main Street
P.O.Box 401
Southport, CT 06890
(203) 895-0888
Email: pollaklaw | at | gmail.com
Because both my children have disabilities, I have a Masters degree in Special Education and taught for five years, and before that practiced other kinds of civil rights law for 20 years, I try hard to make my advice to families responsive, useful, understandable and economical.
Programs for Children and Youth who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
Connecticut Commission on the Deaf and Hearing Impaired
1245 Farmington Avenue
West Hartford, CT 06107
(860) 561-0196 (V/TTY)
Email: cdhi | at | po.state.ct.us
Web: www.state.ct.us/cdhi/index.htm
Programs for Children with Disabilities: Ages 3 through 5
Bureau of Early Childhood Education and Social Services
Connecticut Department of Education
25 Industrial Park Road
Middletown, CT 06457
(860) 807-2054
Email: maria.synodi | at | po.state.ct.us
Web: www.state.ct.us/sde
Programs for Children with Special Health Care Needs
CSHCN Unit
Connecticut Department of Public Health
410 Capital Avenue, MS #11 MAT
P.O. Box 340308
Hartford, CT 06134-0308
(860) 509-7833
Email: Richard.Melchreit | at | po.state.ct.us
Quiet Corner Speech & Language LLC
Christina Cook, M.A., CCC-SLP
156 Route 171
Woodstock, CT 06281
(860) 821-0460
Email: Christina | at | QuietCornerSpeech.com
Web: http://www.QuietCornerSpeech.com
Pediatric practice offering speech therapy services to children from birth to age 14. We also offer yoga for kids, music therapy, and more.
Virginia Quinn, OTR/L, Pediatric Occupational Therapist
4 Greenview Drive
Portland, CT 06480
(860) 301-4710
Email: Gsarge75 | at | yahoo.com
Occupational therapy services provided to children and young adults addressing feeding, sensory, self help, fine and visual motor concerns.
Regional ADA Technical Assistance Agency
New England ADA and Accessible IT Center
Adaptive Environments Center, Inc.
374 Congress Street, Suite 301
Boston, MA 02210
(617) 695-0085 (V/TTY); (800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)
Email: adaptive | at | adaptenv.org
Web: www.newenglandada.org
RGC Occupational Therapy
Ruth Gulbas Cohen, OTR/L
19 Cobblestone Road
Glastonbury, CT 06033
(860) 463-6240
Email: gulbas | at | cox.net
Pediatric Occupational Therapy
Colleen Reid, Speech-Language Pathologist
99 Hillside Avenue
Vernon, CT 06066
(860) 550-3407
Email: cpat04 | at | hotmail.com
Specializing in providing speech and language services from birth to adolescence.
Road To Achievement LLC
Marianne Thomas
154 Indian Rock Road
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 966-6047
Email: mthomas929 | at | aol.com
Provide parents with consultation regarding how best to work with individual schools and school districts. Coach students regarding “hidden curriculum of school”. Offer additional services ranging from psychoeducational testing to counseling.
Ann E. Rose, Esq.
Attorney at Law
6 Nelson Lane
Newtown, CT 06470-1203
(203) 304-1332; (203) 364-1012 (fax)
Email: arose | at | annroseesq.com
Web: http://www.annroseesq.com
Special Education Attorney, Advocate and loving mother to 2 children with disabilities. I represent parents and students in all phases of the special education process.
Ryan Woods Autism Foundation
163 Cynthia Lane, Unit A2
Middletown, CT 06457
(860) 346-8777
Email: rwaf | at | comcast.net
Web: http://www.ryanwoodsautismfoundation.org
Ryan Woods Autism Foundation provides after-school care services for teens and youth 13 years and above from 2pm-5pm Mon-Fri. We are an advocacy group to raise the awareness about children on the spectrum.
St. Vincent’s Autism and Developmental Services
Annemarie Callagy, LCSW
47 Long Lots Road
Westport, CT 06880
(203) 341-4501
Email: acallagy | at | stvincents.org
Web: http://www.stvincentsbehavioralhealth.org
Diagnostic testing and evaluation, clinical counseling, children and teen social skills groups, sibling groups, parent support groups and workshops, community resource coordination and educational support.
School Advocates Today
Amy Margelony
9 Crystal Ridge Drive
Ellington, CT 06029
(860) 416-6311
Email: schooladvocatestoday | at | gmail.com
Web: http://www.schooladvocatestoday.com
Educational Advocate providing services to: help parent secure the educational rights of their special needs children, attend any and all meetings, provide educational tutoring, and respite services.
Lynn A. Scull, Esq.
Attorney at Law
54 Hazard Ave. Box 299
Enfield, CT 06082
(860) 416-3442
Email: attyscull | at | gmail.com
Web: http://www.ctschoollawyer.com
Advocating for parents & children in all education law related issues throughout North Central Connecticut.
Sensation Station Guilford
Randy Fedoruk
725 Boston Post Road, Unit 3
Guilford, CT 06437
(917) 279-0906; (203) 286-1688 (fax)
Email: fedoruk.sensationstation | at | gmail.com
Web: https://sites.google.com/site/sensationstationguilford/
Sensation Station is a full service pediatric therapy center. Services offered include pediatric occupational therapy, speech therapy, physical therapy and educational services.
Michelle Serbent, Pediatric Occupational Therapist
4 County Road
Killingworth, CT 06419
(860) 759-4677
Email: serbent | at | sbcglobal.net
Shades of Learning LLC
Karen Kropp
17 Crescent St.
Stamford, CT 06906
(203) 569-7140
Email: karen | at | shadesoflearning.com
We provide behaviorally-based interventions for children with autism and related disorders.
David C. Shaw, Esq.
Attorney at Law
34 Jerome Ave., Suite 210
Bloomfield, CT 06002
(860) 242-1238; (860) 242-1507 (fax)
Email: dshaw | at | dcshawatty.com
Web: http://davidshawatty.com
Attorney Shaw’s focus for over 30 yrs. has been on special education law relating to children/adults with disabilities. He will fight to achieve the best results for you and your family.
Shoreline Pediatric Neuropsychological Services
Shelley Pelletier, Ph.D., ABPP
954 Middlesx Tpk., Ste. A2
Old Saybrook, CT 06475
(860) 388-2000
Email: spns | at | spns.cc
Web: http://spns.cc
Neuropsychological consultation and evaluation services provided for children and young adults ages 3-21 with diverse learning needs. Board certified by ABPP in neuropsychology and school psychology.
Shoreline Physical Therapy, LLC
Joanne Moore, PT, DHSc, OCS
131 Boston Post Rd
PO Box 88
East Lyme, CT 06333
(860) 739-4497; (860) 739-7256 (fax)
Email: ShorelinePT | at | aol.com
Web: http://www.ShorelinePT.com
Out-patient physical therapy, aquatic therapy & occupational therapy for children from birth to 21. Friendly, caring environment. Collaboration with schools, medical providers, equipment vendors.
Gregory Smith, Esq.
Attorney at Law
89 West Lane
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(413) 822-3040
Email: law | at | gnsmith.com
Web: http://smith-attorney.com
Making schools meet their obligations. Offices in Ridgefield and Salisbury.
Southeastern Connecticut Autism Spectrum Association, Inc. (SECASA)
Preston Public Library
Attention SECASA, Inc
389 Route 2
Preston, CT 06365
(860) 917-3108
Email: Hmileski | at | aol.com or sallysherman | at | sbcglobal.net
Web: http://secasa2004.tripod.com/
SECASA, Inc is a nonprofit organization that has been created by families and professionals who are dedicated to working together.
The Southfield Center for Development
Ann McCarthy
85 Old Kings Highway North
Darien, CT 06820
(203) 202-7654
Email: ann.mccarthy | at | southfieldcenter.com
Web: http://www.southfieldcenter.com
Education Advocate dedicated to assisting parents in securing educational rights for their children with disabilities.
Special Education Support Services (SESS)
Jim Hannigan
142 Munn Rd.
(Offices in Southbury and Ridgefield)
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 264-4357; (203) 267-5466 (fax)
Email: hannigan2002 | at | earthlink.net
We provide parents with an in-home service involving assistance and advocacy in dealing with the IEP/PPT process. We are certified by the Learning Disabilities Assoc.
SPED*NET, Special Education Network of Wilton, Ltd
Eve Kessler, Esq.
128 Musket Ridge Road
Wilton, CT 06897
(203) 761-0680; (203) 761-0695 (fax)
Email: info | at | spednetwilton.org
Web: http://www.spednetwilton.org
Parent education and advocacy group, presenting seminars in special needs-related topics and an on-line Web Guide to the Special Services Partnership.
Speech & Language Consultants, LLC.
Wandalarrese Daniel
258 Main Avenue
Norwalk, CT 06851
(866) SLC-0899; (203) 374-3100; (203) 604-0602 (fax)
Email: wanda | at | speechandlanguageconsultants.org
Web: http://www.speechandlanguageconsultants.org
Provide Consultation Services, Video Consultations for Home Programs, Staff Consultations to Educational Organizations, School Observations, IEP Consultation.
Speech4kids
Laurie Leahy
76 Farmstead Ln.
Glastonbury, CT 06033
(860) 659-8552
Email: Lauriehleahy | at | aol.com
Providing speech and language therapy for preschool and elementary age children.
Speech/Language for Children
Betsy White
91 Webster Court
Newington, CT 06111
(860) 666-0526
Email: betsywhiteis | at | gmail.com
Private speech/Language services for children under age 13. Thirty-five years of experience in Hartford Public Schools.
Courtney P. Spencer, Esq.
Law Office of Courtney P. Spencer, LLC
701 Hebron Avenue
Glastonbury, CT 06033
(860) 430-5380
Email: cspenceresq | at | yahoo.com
I represent families who need assistance in obtaining an appropriate education for their child as well as those facing difficulties with residency and discipline issues.
Spina Bifida Association of Connecticut
Kiley J. Carlson
P.O. Box 2545
Hartford, CT 06146-2545
(800) 574-6274; (860) 832-6260 (fax)
Email: sbac | at | sbac.org
Web: http://www.sbac.org
Information and support for individuals living with Spina Bifida in Connecticut.
St. Vincents Special Needs Services
Christine Howard
95 Merritt Boulevard
Trumbull, CT 06611
(203) 375-6400; (203) 380-1190 (fax)
Email: svsns | at | stvincents.org
Web: http://www.stvincentsspecialneeds.org
Certified special education school since 1960. Offered as an alternative placement for children ages three to 21 with multiple developmental and/or medical needs.
State Mediation System
Connecticut Department of Education
Bureau of Special Education and Pupil Services
Due Process Unit
25 Industrial Park Road
Middletown, CT 06457
(860) 807-2017
Email: tom.badway | at | po.state.ct.us
Alissa Stockage, Esq.
Attorney at Law
30 Old Kings Highway South, Suite 150
Darien, CT 06820
(203) 517-5924; (203) 883-0373 (fax)
Email: AJStockage | at | CTSpecialNeedsAttorney.com
Web: http://www.ctspecialneedsattorney.com/
I help parents in CT and NY build a foundation for future success by working to ensure their children get a quality education.
Successful Potty Training
Ashley Hickey
82 Blake Rd.
Hamden, CT 06517
(404) 519-0093
Email: ashley.f.hickey | at | gmail.com
I will potty train your child in your home. Day long or week long intensive potty training. Using effective, research-based methods. 6 years of experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
SuperKids
Barbara Cooper, LMHC
898 Ethan Allen Highway
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(866) 944-9558; (203) 438-4018 (fax)
Email: info | at | superkidsct.com
Web: http://www.superkidsct.com
Therapeutic after school social skills program for children and teens who have social struggles. Our groups have been helping children and teens for 14 years.
Linda J. Talbert, LLC
10 Wall Street
Norwalk, CT 06850
(203) 899-0745; (203) 853-9246 (fax)
Email: LindaTalbert | at | me.com
Web: http://www.SpecialEducationAdvocateCT.com
Special education advocacy to help families secure an appropriate education for children, youth, and young adults with disabilities.
The Talcott Center for Child Development
Kelly Massucci
230 Farmington Avenue
Farmington, CT 06032
(860) 674-1824; (860) 674-1836 (fax)
Email: kelly | at | thetalcottcenter.com
Web: http://www.thetalcottcenter.com
Pediatric occupational, speech and physical therapy assessment, evaluation and treatment. Groups feature therapy, fitness, arts, academics, preschool and summer camp presented with 6:2 child-to-professional ratio.
Therapy 4 Kids
Julie Forrest
PO Box 238
Columbia, CT 06237
(860) 428-7688
Email: Julie | at | mwts.org
A reliable organization providing early intervention physical therapy services.
Lorraine Tierney, SLP
46 Stanavage Road
Colchester, CT 06415
(860) 334-7487
Email: just4lorraine | at | yahoo.com
Provides speech and language services to infants and children from birth to age three.
The Time Out for Families group
Christine E. Walker
Email: ctmom05 | at | yahoo.com
Web: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/timeoutforfamilies
A support connection for families and professionals who have a child with special mental health needs in their lives.
Time Together, LLC
Eileen Bodington
705 North Mountain Road
Newington, CT 06111
(860) 372-4887
Email: timetogether | at | cox.net
Provide support and assistance to individuals with special needs.Services include: hourly respite, tutoring, recreational activities, and social skills. Assistance with activities of daily living.
Timothy Memorial School
Kathleen Krenicki
27 Creeping Hemlock Drive
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 856-3901
Email: MrsKren | at | aol.com
Web: http://www.TimothyMemorialSchool.org
Timothy Memorial School is a non-profit, private school designed to provide a Catholic, academic and functional education to 10 children with developmental and learning disabilities.
TLC Interventions
Melissa Akerley
449 Silas Deane Highway
Wethersfield, CT 06109
(860) 604-9513; (860) 666-1948 (fax)
Email: Melissa9 | at | snet.net
Assisting families with strategies in positive behavioral management for young children.
TMK Consulting LLC
19 Founders Way
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 887-3996
Email: Tmkconsulting10 | at | yahoo.com
Web: http://tmkconsulting.org
Educational Advocate/Consultant, Educational Assessments, Tutoring.
Michelle Tolmoff, Certified Special Needs Advisor (CSNA)
185 Asylum St
Hartford, CT 06103
(860) 728-3514; (860) 967-0181 (fax)
Email: michelle.tolmoff | at | ml.com
Web: http://fa.ml.com/michelle.tolmoff
Certified Special Needs Advisor (CSNA) Trained in providing special needs advice for families of children with disabilities.Total Learning and Therapy Center
Maybette Waldron, M.S., CCC-SLP
5893 Main Street
Trumbull, CT 06611
(203) 268-8852; (203) 2688-8845 (fax)
Email: mwaldron | at | tltc.org
Web: http://www.TLTC.org
Multidiscipinary and comprehensive center that provides speech and language therapy, social sills groups, OT, vision therapy, tutoring, free seminars, group activites and therapuetic horsebacking sessions.
Tourette Syndrome Association Inc., Connecticut Chapter
Donna Blain
915 Brickyard Rd.
Woodstock, CT 06281
(203) 912-7310
Email: ts | at | tsact.org
Web: http://www.tsact.org
Provides services and activities for people affected by Tourette Syndrome, including information, referral, support, recreational events, conferences and speakers.
Anne I. Treimanis, LLC
Attorney at Law
10 Wall Street
Norwalk, CT 06850
(203) 838-5485; (203) 838-4222 (fax)
Email: attorneytreimanis | at | gmail.com
Web: http://www.spedlawyers.com
Law Practice limited to special education and disability discrimination.
MaryEllen H. Tunsky, BSW
Education Advocate
1055 Newgate Rd.
W. Suffield, CT 06093
(860) 668-7220
Email: metunsky | at | cox.net
Twenty years experience in educational advocacy.
Under The Wing Parent-to-Parent support group
Attention: Tracie
68 Danbury Road
New Milford, CT 06776
(203) 948-9915
Email: underthewing | at | charter.net
NLD, NLD/Gifted, Autism, Spectrum Disorders, PDD NOS, Dyslexia, ADHD, LD/Gifted. All families with special needs. We will have get togethers, have fun and provide support.
United Cerebral Palsy of Eastern Connecticut
Shaw’s Cove 6, Suite 101
New London, CT 06320
(860) 447-3889
Email: united.cerebra.palsy | at | snet.net
Web: www.ucpa.org
University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities
(formerly University Affiliated Programs)
University of Connecticut
A.J. Pappanikou Center for Developmental Disabilities
263 Farmington Avenue, MC6222
Farmington, CT 06030-6222
(860) 679-1500; (860) 679-1502 (TTY); (866) 623-1315
Email: bruder | at | nso1.uchc.edu
Web: http://www.uconnucedd.org/
VSA Arts of Connecticut
26 Wintonbury Avenue
Bloomfield, CT 06002
(860) 243-9910
Email: ct | at | vsarts.org
WeCAHR (Western Connecticut Association for Human Rights)
Patricia Tomka
211 Main St
Danbury, CT 06810
(203) 792-3540; (203) 794-1620 (fax)
Email: ptomka | at | wecahr.org
Web: http://www.wecahr.org
WeCAHR, Western Connecticut Association for Human Rights,is a non-profit organization. WeCAHR advocates for disabled children and adults who reside in the Greater Danbury area.
Wee Play
Susan Hewes – MA Sp.Ed.
7 Lake Blvd.
East Hampton, CT 06424
(860) 575-1349
Email: susanhewes50 | at | gmail.com
Educational & Developmental Consulting, Tutoring
Whitbread Educational Consulting, LLC
Kathleen M. Whitbread, Ph.D.
22 Fairy Dell Road
Clinton, CT 06413
(203) 887-8028
Email: whitbreadk | at | gmail.com
Web: http://www.kathleenwhitbread.com
Special education consultation, evaluation, and training. Areas of specialty include literacy instruction for students with intellectual disabilities and curriculum modification/accommodation in inclusive classrooms.
Gail Wietelmann, Occupational Therapy Consulting
12 Orchard Rd.
Farmington, CT 06032
(860) 676-2860
Email: buckwiet99 | at | yahoo.com
Brittany Williams, MSEd, Special Educator
71 Oxford Street
Hartford, CT 06105
(860) 578-4148
Email: britbirthto3 | at | gmail.com
Early Childhood Special Educator: Provides Birth to 3 services to eligible children with disabilities under CT Birth to 3 regulations.
Deborah-Ann B. Wilton, Early Childhood Consulting
62 Spice Hill Drive
East Hampton, CT 06424
(860)365-0886
Email: dndwilton | at | sbcglobal.net
Early childhood educational evaluations, home programs and direct instruction. Specialization: Special education services for children ages birth to eight years.
James C. Wing, Jr., Esq.
Attorney at Law
51 Gillett Street
Hartford, CT 06105
(860) 527-0640; (860) 278-7394
Email: lojcw | at | sbcglobal.net
Web: www.parentsatty.com
Attorney since 1982. Advocate and parent of LD child, diagnosed in 1993. Experience with eligibility, PPTs, IEPs, Due Process, discipline (including expulsions), bullying, out-of district placements.
Kathy Jo Winters, Special Educator
115 Doyle Road
Tolland, CT 06084
(860) 573-3451
Email: kjlwinters | at | gmail.com
Special Education services for children birth to three with developmental delays.
Woodhouse Academy
Robert Lepper
4 Oxford Road, Building F
Milford, CT 06460
(203) 877-9121; (203) 877-4453 (fax)
Email: woodhouseacademy | at | sbcglobal.net
Web: http://www.woodhouseacademy.com
Woodhouse Academy is a therapeutic CT State approved special education day school designed to meet the needs of adolescents (Grades 8-12).
Yale Academic Skills Clinic
Cheri Stahl, Coordinator
230 South Frontage Rd.
New Haven, CT 06520
offices in Greenwich and Guilford, CT
(203) 785-4239; (203) 785-3002 (fax)
Email: cheri.stahl | at | yale.edu
Web: http://www.yale.edu/eglab/yasc
An individualized, multi-disciplinary evaluation service for individuals ages 3-21 who may present with complex or unique learning profiles that impact academic achievement.
Yale Reading Center at the Yale University School of Medicine
Kenneth R. Pugh, Ph.D., Director, Gina Della Porta, M.H.S., Coordinator
135 College Street, Suite 230
New Haven, CT 06510
(203) 764-6752
Email: Gina.Dellaporta | at | yale.edu
Web: http://www.yalereadingcenter.com
The Yale Reading Center is currently recruiting participants for several research studies of dyslexia in children. Please view the Center’s website for more details.
Your Special Child Education Advocacy Services
Julie Swanson
293 Main Street
Durham, CT 06422
(860) 349-1806; (860) 349-1806 (fax)
Email: julieswan | at | comcast.net
Web: http://www.yourspecialchild.com
Dedicated to helping parents secure appropriate special education services for their children with autism spectrum disorders and all other disabilities.
Amanda Zajac, Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
16 Redbud Lane
Glastonbury, CT 06033
(860) 729-9136
Email: MsAmanda4 | at | aol.com
Certified teacher for children from birth to third grade. Currently, focusing on working on early intervention services for children with developmental delays from birth to three years of age.