Mindspring is now MindBalance, offering all the same expert-level educational therapy, academic support, and professional & parent coaching, plus equine-assisted services.
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Educational Therapy, Tutoring, and Academic Support

Offering one-to-one, individualized instruction, remediation, and enrichment. In-person sessions currently are available in
​San Luis Obispo and surrounding areas, and online (virtual) sessions are available to anyone, anywhere!

At Mindspring Education Center / MindBalance, I am dedicated to providing the very best in educational opportunities to students of all ages and levels. Educational therapy goes beyond traditional tutoring: my goal is to address the root causes of a student's academic challenge(s). I assist students in the following areas:

• Phonemic Awareness
• Decoding
• Spelling
• Sight Word Acquisition
• Reading Comprehension
• Listening Comprehension
• Writing
• Handwriting

• Dyslexia
• Dysgraphia
• Dyscalculia
• Math
• ADD/ADHD
• Executive Functions
• Study Skills
• Homework Help

Sally Morrison's work with our son has been a key piece to his educational success.  Our son is a student with dyslexia who needed specific focus in reading, writing, and math that went beyond what school could provide for him.  At Mindspring, the highly individualized and tailored approach gave him the tools and confidence he needed to succeed.  (Parent)

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Our Services

Educational Therapy & Assessments

Educational Therapy sessions are one-to-one, conducted in-person or online. Each student's instructional plan is designed to meet specific needs, while recognizing individual strengths and learning styles. 

Equine-Assisted Services

Experience the transformative power of Equine-Assisted Learning. These services are designed for individuals of all ages - children, adolescents, and adults. The aim is to enhance self-regulation, attention span, and focus, while reducing anxiety and fear.

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Professional & Parent Coaching

Coaching and support is offered to parents, homeschooling families, and professionals. Guidance is based on clients' individual interests and needs, whether for supporting children with homework, implementing homeschool curriculum, or furthering professional development. Available for individuals and groups.

I like Sally because she helps me with the things that are hard, and she is an awesome teacher!  
(8-year-old student)

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Our Methodology

The first step is to schedule a free introductory meeting. At that time, we will answer your questions, tell you more about our services, and learn more about your needs. From there, we will ...

Discover

During an assessment, one of our highly trained educational therapists will discover what your child knows, how your child learns and retains information, and why your child is struggling.

Plan

To address your child's specific cognitive, academic, and emotional needs, we will put together a comprehensive plan that includes goals and recommendations for educational therapy, school/classroom support, and activities for home.

Collaborate

We are just one part of your child's educational team. With your permission, we will communicate with those involved to ensure we are working towards a common goal: your child's well-being.