“My nine-year-old grandson has dyslexia and ADHD and attends a local elementary school in Montecito.  After receiving 1:1 reading, spelling, and writing intervention since first grade, my grandson’s literacy skills are at grade level in third grade.  I attend most of his intervention sessions and can attest to the expert dyslexic training Patty has provided with immeasurable patience, compassion, and a gentle way with learners like my grandson.”

-Anne Averill, Former Teacher and Principal

“The key to helping a child with dyslexia is the “right intervention”. Patty is great at assessing and knowing what areas to target and how. The time she has spent learning Orton-Gillingham and other evidence-based approaches is what I attribute to my son’s remarkable improvement. She is a partner and helps to develop core skills including organization, time management, and instilling a belief that working on skills consistently and making mistakes are important aspects of learning. I cannot imagine where my son would be without her help.”

-Shereen, Phd, NCSP

“My son was struggling in all areas of literacy including dyslexia, dysgraphia, and attention issues. He was about two grade levels behind his peers. His previous tutor was using a different reading approach and sadly he was not making progress with it. As an experienced and knowledgeable Orton-Gillingham (OG) tutor, Patty created individualized lessons based on his needs. With practice and encouragement my son could see that he could read, spell, and write. His perfectionism would often get the best of him. Patty created reading materials for me to practice with him at home as well so we could build his reading fluency. I highly recommend Patty as an experienced and helpful Orton-Gillingham tutor.”

-Claudia, Mother of Three Boys

“I knew that my husband’s family members had dyslexia and that I struggled with writing throughout college. I suspected that my three daughters would probably have the same learning issue. I wanted my daughters to receive effective reading, spelling, and writing instruction. Patty and I met as 
co-chairs of a committee at our local public school. Her knowledge about teaching reading, spelling, and writing along with her enthusiasm convinced me that she could help my daughters. After receiving personalized, multi-sensory instruction from Patty, my daughters are successful in college.”

-Cheryl, Mother of Three Daughters

“My 9-year old has been studying with Patty for the past two years. When he started, he was unable to read. He is now reading at-or-above grade level. Patty breaks down all the phonics rules in a methodical manner. She is flexible, patient, and kind-hearted which allowed my son to make an easy connection with her to build a trusting relationship. I am so happy with Patty and the progress my son has made with her. I give her the highest recommendation.”

-Poppy, Parent