Frequently Asked Questions

We use the Orton-Gillingham Approach, a multisensory method that uses the four learning pathways to the brain: Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic, and Tactile. This structured, sequential, and cumulative approach has been proven effective for individuals with dyslexia for decades. We also offer EBLI (Evidence Based Literacy Instruction), a speech-to-text method for teaching reading, writing, and spelling.

Each lesson is carefully structured and includes handwriting practice, drill cards for sound-symbol reinforcement, spelling sounds, reading words in isolation and context, spelling words with multisensory techniques, dictation exercises, high frequency word review, new sound and spelling rule introduction, and oral reading fluency practice. Every element reinforces learning through multiple sensory pathways.

We recommend meeting two or more times per week. Consistent, frequent sessions are key to building and retaining reading skills. The structured, cumulative nature of the Orton-Gillingham approach means each lesson builds on the previous one, so regular sessions help maintain momentum.

Students must be able to read and write words with 80% accuracy before new material is introduced. This ensures a strong foundation at every step. Each lesson builds upon what the student has already learned, so they always feel confident and capable as they progress.

We work with individuals ages 5 through adult. Our tutoring is tailored to each person's specific needs and level, whether they are a young child just learning to read or an adult who has recently realized they have dyslexia.

Yes. We offer both in-person tutoring in the NorthWest Denver area (including Wheatridge, Westminster, Arvada, and Golden) and virtual one-on-one tutoring sessions available for students from all over the country. The same structured, multisensory approach is delivered through engaging virtual sessions.

We start by assessing each student at their individual level. This allows us to begin where the student is comfortable so it is easy for them, and then build from there. We create an individualized learning plan based on the assessment results.

Absolutely. Adult dyslexia tutoring is a growing area of our practice. We help adults who realize they have dyslexia using assessments and the same multisensory diagnostic approach. We meet you where you are and build skills at your pace, with flexible scheduling for adult learners.

The Orton-Gillingham approach engages four learning pathways: Visual (seeing letter patterns and word shapes), Auditory (hearing sounds and connecting them to letters), Kinesthetic (using body movement to reinforce learning), and Tactile (tracing letters in sand, forming words with clay). By engaging multiple senses, the approach creates stronger neural connections for reading and spelling.

Results vary by individual, but many of our students have gone from below grade level to reading at or above grade level. Parents frequently report not just improved reading skills, but also increased confidence, better self-esteem, and a new enjoyment of reading. You can read testimonials from families we have worked with on our testimonials page.