Dyslexia Help & Questions

Looking for dyslexia help in Monument, Castle Rock, Highlands Ranch, or the Denver metro area? These questions can help you decide whether to start with an educational evaluation, structured-literacy intervention, or a conversation with your child’s school.

My child struggles with reading or spelling. Where do we start?

Begin with a short conversation about age, grade, the skills that are difficult, instruction already tried, and any existing school or private evaluations. Wordsmyth can help identify useful records and whether an educational dyslexia evaluation or intervention-planning discussion is an appropriate next step.

What is a CALT?

CALT stands for Certified Academic Language Therapist, a credential awarded by the Academic Language Therapy Association. TJ Feth, M.A., CALT, is also a licensed Colorado educator trained in Take Flight, Build, and Jet. Ask any prospective provider about credentials, program-specific training, instructional experience, and how they monitor progress.

How is dyslexia intervention different from homework tutoring?

Wordsmyth’s structured-literacy instruction targets reading and spelling skills directly. Lessons may address sound awareness, decoding, spelling patterns, syllables, meaningful word parts, and fluent reading. The starting point and pace depend on the learner’s skill profile; completing homework is not the primary purpose.

Do we need new testing before starting therapy?

Not always. Existing school or private evaluations, instructional history, and progress records may provide enough information to plan services. If important questions remain, TJ may recommend additional educational evaluation. Send an initial inquiry before sharing complete student files.

What do families receive from an educational dyslexia evaluation?

The process includes an intake, review of relevant records, appropriate standardized academic and reading-related measures, a written report, a results conversation, and instructional recommendations. This is an educational service, not a medical or psychological evaluation. Schools make their own eligibility and service decisions.

Where are appointments available?

The Wordsmyth office is at 103 Fourth Street, Castle Rock, CO 80104. Families from Monument, Highlands Ranch, and the wider Denver metro area are welcome to inquire. Appointments are arranged in advance; contact TJ about location, availability, and whether in-person or virtual services fit the learner’s needs.

How often should reading intervention take place?

Frequency, session length, group size, and home practice should be planned around the learner’s needs and the chosen curriculum’s delivery requirements. Ask how the proposed schedule supports those requirements and how progress will be reviewed. Wordsmyth confirms the schedule and scope before services begin.

Can Wordsmyth train our school staff or host a family event?

Yes. Dyslexia Awareness to Classroom Action™ offers interactive professional learning and community workshops. In-person sessions may include a dyslexia-awareness simulation and facilitated discussion. Virtual sessions focus on dyslexia-friendly classroom practices and implementation follow-up.

Talk with TJ

Email tj@wordsmyth.us or call 303-918-1106. Include your general location, the learner’s age and grade or your workshop audience, and what you would like help with.