Diagnostic Learning Services - The Woodlands

01/26/2026

We’ve made things simpler 🤍

Starting Feb 1, we’ll be using one page to share updates, resources, and learning with our community.

Same support. Same mission. Just one place to stay connected.

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01/23/2026

A new semester often brings hope and a lot of pressure.

For students who’ve struggled with focus, organization, or confidence, the start of school can feel like another chance to “try harder” without knowing what to change.

A clear diagnosis can shift that experience.

It helps students understand how they learn, access the right supports, and start the semester with direction instead of guesswork.

Starting with clarity doesn’t guarantee an easy semester.

But it does make it more manageable and more humane.

01/22/2026

Dyslexia is a learning difference that affects how the brain processes written language.

It can impact reading fluency, spelling, writing, and comprehension.

People with dyslexia are often highly capable thinkers but may struggle with tasks that rely heavily on written words.

It’s not caused by low intelligence, poor effort, or lack of motivation.

When dyslexia is understood, learning can be supported in ways that actually work.

👉 Understanding comes before support. Support changes everything.

01/21/2026

Many of the questions families have—about learning differences, diagnoses, and next steps—don’t have simple answers.

On our podcast, we take time to explain:
• How learning differences show up across ages
• What evaluations actually tell us
• How understanding the brain changes outcomes

If you want deeper context, thoughtful conversations, and clear explanations—our podcast is a place to keep learning.

01/20/2026

Learning differences don’t stop at childhood—and neither should support.

Diagnostic evaluations can help:

• Young children and teens struggling in school
• Students receiving college accommodations and support
• Adults seeking answers for lifelong challenges

Understanding how someone learns at any age allows for better strategies, stronger self-advocacy, and reduced frustration over time.

01/19/2026

A diagnosis isn’t meant to limit someone—it’s meant to explain how they learn and interact with the world.

It helps identify patterns in attention, processing, memory, and regulation that may have gone unnoticed or misunderstood for years.

With this understanding, support becomes intentional instead of reactive.

The goal isn’t a label. It’s clarity.

01/18/2026

Educational evaluations are often required for students to receive accommodations in college.

Most colleges require current, formal documentation to provide supports such as:
• Extended testing time
• Reduced-distraction testing environments
• Academic support services

Having the right evaluation ensures students can advocate for themselves and access the resources they’re entitled to—before challenges become barriers.

01/17/2026

Families are often surprised by how much relief comes from finally understanding why learning has been difficult.

A comprehensive evaluation helps identify:
• How a child processes information
• Where breakdowns are occurring
• Which supports are likely to help (and which aren’t)

Instead of guessing or worrying, families gain clear explanations and actionable next steps.

Knowledge replaces uncertainty—and that alone can be a turning point.

01/16/2026

ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how the brain regulates attention, impulse control, working memory, and emotional responses.

For many children, this means they want to focus, follow directions, or complete tasks—but their brain struggles to filter distractions or sustain mental effort.

This is why reminders, punishments, or “trying harder” often don’t work.

Understanding ADHD allows parents and educators to use strategies that support how the brain actually functions, not how we wish it would.

07/24/2025

Is your student gearing up for the SAT or ACT? Are you wondering how accommodations work in college—or how to even start the process?

Join us for a FREE webinar: Supporting Students on the SAT, ACT & Beyond
📅 Date: August 6th
⏰ Time: 7 PM CT / 8 PM ET

What you’ll learn:
✅ How to secure SAT & ACT accommodations
✅ What documentation is required—and when to get it
✅ Common accommodations that make a big difference
✅ A step-by-step timeline from junior year to first semester of college
✅ Differences between high school vs. college support
✅ Self-advocacy tips to help students thrive
✅ Crucial questions to ask college disability offices
✅ And expert tips for parents supporting the transition

Whether your student is just starting their college prep journey or already exploring campuses, this webinar will give you the clarity and tools you need to set them up for success.

Register here:

Supporting Students on the SAT, ACT, and Beyond

09/04/2024

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08/21/2024

🎉 100 EPISODES! 🎉 We're celebrating this incredible milestone with gratitude for everyone who's helped make the Let's Talk Learning Disabilities Podcast what it is today:

A platform dedicated to educating and bridging the gap in public understanding of learning disabilities. A space where stigmas are dismantled, empathy is nurtured, and the voices of those directly impacted are amplified.

To every guest who's shared their experiences and wisdom, every listener who’s tuned in and our amazing hosts who pour their hearts into each episode. We couldn’t have done it without YOU!

Listen Here: https://ow.ly/uAez50T3oae

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