Louise deBlanc, M.A. ET/P
(707) 364-6133 deblanc.lou@gmail.com
Educational Therapist
Serving Petaluma and surrounding areas
What is
Educational Therapy?
Educational therapy is a specialized, one-on-one intervention that helps children, teens, and adults overcome learning challenges, disabilities, and differences.
An educational therapist is a professional who helps students develop the skills needed to improve their academic performance.
What is the difference between Educational Therapy and Tutoring?
An educational therapist has extensive training in learning disabilities and other forms of
learning difficulties. They have additional training in:
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the psychology of learning disorders
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assessment and interventions that address academic, social and emotional aspects that
impact learning.
Tutors generally focus on specific subject assistance. They are also skilled at:
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time management
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task completion
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study skills
Tutors often work with clients alongside educational therapists. They are among the most
common allied professionals with whom educational therapist collaborates.