Let's Talk

The first step is
a conversation.

A free 30-minute consult where you tell me about your child.

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How It Works

From consult to first session.

1

Book a consult

Free. 30 minutes. We talk about your child and what you're seeing.

2

We decide together

If it feels like a good fit on both sides, we move forward.

3

Assessment

I assess your child and build a roadmap based on where they actually are.

4

Sessions begin

Weekly 1:1 online sessions. Structured, consistent, and measurable.

The Consult

What we cover in 30 minutes.

  • 01
    Your child What you're seeing at school and at home. What's been tried. What's coming up.
  • 02
    The gaps I'll ask specific questions about reading and writing. This helps me understand where the real challenges might be before we even assess.
  • 03
    The approach I'll explain how I work and what explicit, systematic instruction looks like in practice, so you know exactly what you're considering.
  • 04
    Your questions This is your time too. Bring everything you've been wondering. There are no bad questions here.
  • 05
    Next steps If it feels like a fit, we'll talk about scheduling, assessment, and what to expect. If it's not right, I'll tell you honestly and point you in a better direction.
Michelle McIntosh

Book your free consult

Choose a time that works for you. The calendar shows real-time availability.

Open Booking Calendar

Booking is handled securely through Koalendar.
You'll receive a confirmation email right away.

Prefer to email first?

That's completely fine. Send me a note at hello@theliteracypractice.ca and I'll get back to you within one business day.

What to Expect

What happens after you reach out.

A note: my caseload is limited and spots fill up. If you reach out when I'm full, I'll let you know right away and we can talk about timing or next steps.

First

Free consult

We talk, I listen. By the end you'll have a clear sense of whether this feels right, and so will I.

Then

Assessment

I assess where your child is in reading, writing, and spelling. This typically takes one session, sometimes two. I'll share what I find right away.

Next

The roadmap

I walk you through the plan: what we're working on, in what order, and why. You'll have a clear picture of where we're headed before sessions begin.

Ongoing

Weekly sessions

1:1 sessions, structured and consistent. Full progress reports in December and June, plus a summary report in March. I'm available by email in between.

Honest Assessment

Is this the right fit?

Families I work well with

  • Reading, writing, or spelling is a consistent struggle
  • Your child has ADHD, dyslexia, or a processing difference, diagnosed or suspected
  • You want explicit, systematic instruction with an individualized plan behind it
  • The school experience has been discouraging and you want to change that
  • You're looking for a consistent weekly rhythm and want to stay informed along the way

A few honest caveats

  • I focus on literacy and executive function, not homework help or subject tutoring
  • All sessions are online, anywhere in Canada
  • I work best with families who can commit to a regular weekly schedule
  • Not sure if it's a fit? I'm happy to figure it out with you — that's exactly what the free consult is for

Let's talk about your child.

30 minutes. Free. No pressure. Just a real conversation about what your child needs.

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