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I was referred to Phyllis Koppelman at Strategies for Learning when I found out my then freshman in high school had a language processing deficiency. From day one, Phyllis took charge and implemented a plan to help my daughter develop strategies to help her approach her subjects in a manner consistent with her learning style. She helped her break down paragraphs into pieces that helped her understand larger concepts. She color coded main ideas, main characters and helped my daughter utilize her organizational skills to her advantage. While Phyllis was very instrumental in helping my daughter reach her academic potential in high school (she ended up graduating with honors and went on to University of Michigan) she gave her other skills that I believe were more critical to her overall success. Strategies for Learning became a safe haven for her to share issues with Phyllis and to get feedback on how to approach things. Phyllis was always patient, nurturing and encouraging and created a safe environment for my daughter.

—Mother of a high school freshman now in college

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Gabrielle Hoffman-Ellis

Gabrielle Hoffman-Ellis holds a California Teaching Credential and a M.A. in Education, both from the University of California at Los Angeles. She earned her B.A. in Art from University of California at Santa Cruz. Gabrielle has worked with students of all ages in a variety of settings, and taught first grade in Los Angeles before moving to the Bay Area. She speaks Spanish and studies Capoeira, a Brazilian martial art.