Cognitive Solutions Learning Center

I could not have had better experiences with Dr. Goldstein and his staff. I have had 2 very positive experiences with this company. About 5 years ago my sister-​inlaw, was having issues at school. Basically she was getting extremely poor grades, thinking school was too hard while in remedial classes, easily distracted, etc. but we knew she was very bright. After being tested, diagnosed, and given solutions including extended test times and bio feedback, she won the English award her senior year. An extreme turnaround in 3 years.
The second experience was 3 ½ months ago. We felt our son was falling behind in school even with our best efforts working with him. After being tested we have been following through with Dr. Goldstein’s recommendations for natural solutions. We have changed his diet, added nutritional supplements, started a cognitive learning regiment, and work with him in a manner suiting his issues better. The change in him has been astounding.
I trusted Dr Goldstein with future of family members and it had paid huge dividends. If you feel your child is having behavioral or educational issues you should seriously consider being proactive and solving the problem.

My son has been in speech, OT and other developmental therapies since he has been 2+ years old. He is now 7 years old. My husband I thought we were doing everything we could to help our son. When we met Dr Goldstein and Dr Effarah, they introduced us a whole new world of help! They have both have been wonderful in walking us through the whole process of tests, therapies and meetings with our son’s school. They are always available and respond immediately to any questions, emails or phone calls we may have. Their office staff is amazing too! My son loves coming in to see everyone and play the «games» that are his therapy! I would highly recommend working with this group.

Cognitive Solutions is a great place to get your mind straight. I came to the center in the summer of July 2012 in hope of helping my ADD problems because I could not focus well in the classroom. After a 10 week neurofeedback treatment, I feel like I can take control of my concentration without taking any medications. I will continue to do another 10 week round and hope I see even greater results. Thank you Dr. Sam Effarah and Dr. Ari Goldstein.

My daughter, who attends a Catholic school, was evaluated for learning disabiities at the end of 2^nd grade by CPS. Based on a recommendation, we started working with a tutor at Cognitive Solutions. In one year, my daughter went from reading below grade level to reading at the grade level desired for the next grade. When her first tutor left, Cognitive Solutions worked to make the transition to a new tutor seamless. We’ve also been able to tap into other services as needed. Our daughter, who is now entering middle school, continues to work with a tutor at Cognitive Solutions on language arts and math skills. She gets a lot from her sessions and we are sure that the expert support she gets is helping her succeed in school. All in all, we’ve had a great experience and would recommend CSLC to those needing support for learning disabilities.

By the middle of 2^nd grade, my son was not reading and we were very concerned. After hearing wonderful things about the work of Cognitive Solutions, we decided to have my son tested for a learning disability. I found the entire process from testing to treatment to be very pleasant and positive. I followed Dr. Goldstein’s recommendation of Neurofeedback and by the beginning of 3^rd grade, my son had finished the first Harry Potter book and was reading the second!!! So much progress happened in such a short time!

When I saw the review on here for Cognitive Solutions, I had to write one about my wonderful experience with this center. My son was evaluated for the possibility of a learning disability. He did not have one, but Dr. Goldstein offered wonderful suggestions and advice. We got some tutor support for him and it really has helped. I am so thankful for the wonderful help we recieved from the center and from our tutor, Sara. They were all fantastic to deal with and I would highly reccomend this to anyone who needs some guidance about your child and any possible learning issues.

Cognitive Solutions was the answer to a very worried mother’s prayers.
My daughter tested into a highly-​rated CPS gifted program when she was 5. I noticed she had some difficulties with tasks, but as a physician I attributed this to developmental differences. First and second grade were a struggle, but by the time she got to fourth grade she became irritable, depressed and anxious. Homework time was a nightmare. At the time, I did not know that children who were gifted could also have learning disabilities. Her fourth grade teacher would write «sloppy, lazy and effortless» on her papers– and when she told me «mom, I don’t want to be here anymore» (at 9 years old) I was at my wits end. I needed help and was terrified.

My prayers were answered by Cognitive Solutions Learning Center. Dr. Ari Goldstein evaluated my daughter and supported our family for over 18 months. In addition, I have established a long-​term supportive relationship with his team for the past 3 years. Everyone in the center took the time to answer my questions, provide support and educated me about the process involved with an IEP. He never painted a false picture. The facts were not pretty about how 504s and IEPs are handled in CPS, but he gave me a huge framework and suggestions as well as guidance to support our family on a long journey… that continues many years later.
Dr. Goldstein and his team are passionate about what they do. They are all experienced, educated and consummate professionals. Their integrity and honesty are second to none. I know I was a very maintenance mom for several months, and Dr. Goldstein was there. He answered phone calls and emails long after I paid for an evaluation and tutoring sessions. From the moment you meet him, you can tell he loves what he does. Thank you so much for giving the proper evaluation and treatment recommendations to my daughter. Because of this, we were also able to intervene at an earlier point in my younger daughter’s education and avoided much of the depression and anxiety my older daughter experienced.
I have recommended this center to many of my friends and patients and will continue to do so.
Cognitive Solutions gets a gold medal in my opinion. We are fortunate to have found them.