Michael Ryan

Dr. Michael Ryan is a psychologist with over 30 years of experience in evaluating and treating children and adults with dyslexia, ADD, and other learning disabilities. He developed one of the first programs for learning disabled college students at Colorado State University in 1980. Throughout his career, Dr. Ryan has consulted for prestigious institutions, including the Air Force Academy, Harvard's Department of Neurology, and the Michigan Department of Rehabilitation. He is also a contributor to a blog on dyslexia for the University of Michigan, sharing insights and expertise with a wider audience. Highly experienced in assisting children in preparation for the new 3rd grade Reading law, he believes that every individual is unique, striving to comprehend their specific strengths and weaknesses in order to tailor interventions to their needs. Dr. Ryan employs evidence-based diagnostic and therapeutic approaches, having authored numerous articles on testing and treatment for international publications and journals. He finds inspiration in the courage of his patients as they work through difficult emotions and experience personal growth. Dr. Ryan holds firm that psychology is a collaborative process with the potential for significant positive outcomes.