Educational Therapy is a specialised field that combines educational and therapeutic approaches to address learning challenges and support academic success. It focuses on understanding and remedying the underlying cognitive, emotional, and behavioural factors that may hinder a student’s ability to learn effectively. Educational therapists work with individuals of all ages, from children to adults, who struggle with various learning difficulties such as dyslexia, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and other specific learning disabilities.
One of the fundamental principles of Educational Therapy is the recognition that each individual has unique learning strengths and weaknesses. Educational therapists conduct comprehensive assessments to identify the specific areas of difficulty and develop personalised intervention plans tailored to the individual’s needs. These interventions often involve a variety of techniques and strategies aimed at improving cognitive skills, such as attention, memory, processing speed, and executive function abilities.