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1139 Prospect Avenue, Brooklyn

4.9 56 reviews

  • Avatar Emily Matles ★★★★★ a week ago
    We would highly recommend Ally! Our son always asks about her, so very thankful to Brooklyn Letters for introducing us.
    ~ Emily, mom of Brooklyn 2 year old
  • Avatar Natalie Levon ★★★★★ 4 months ago
    Nicole has been an amazing therapist!! She played a tremendous role in our daughter’s speech progress and overall development. She has come such a long way and we are so happy with the therapy she received!
  • Avatar T Ainsley ★★★★★ 5 months ago
    I cannot express how grateful and rewarding my experience with Brooklyn Letters has been. Her tutor Ms. Daria is so knowledgeable, amazing, kind and awesome. My daughter has made so much progress in Literacy and Math and it's all … More thanks to Ms. Daria. I know my daughter is sad that she can no longer work with Ms. Daria, as she looked forward to their sessions every week. Thank you again!
  • Avatar Jackie Vasquez ★★★★★ 5 months ago
    Excellent services, caring therapists.
  • Avatar Lil Amatore ★★★★★ 8 months ago
    Christina was absolutely wonderful. She went out of her way to win my son over and it worked. He looked forward to her visits and his speech improved so much under her care. She was super flexible and it’s clear she truly cares. We adore … More Christina and we’re going to miss her. Almost sad he improved so much! She’s simply amazing and we can’t say enough how great she is. I would recommend her services to anyone and everyone, without hesitation. Thank you so much for connecting us with her!
  • Avatar Colin Peters ★★★★★ 6 months ago
    We could not be happier with the services Valerie provided! She is very thoughtful and knowledgeable and provided significant guidance to support our daughter's speech development outside of our scheduled sessions. She established … More a great working relationship with her, and she will definitely be missed! Your business model is amazing and it was an absolute pleasure working with Valerie. I've referred your organization and Valerie to the Executive Director of our daughter's school and friends/colleagues who are in need of speech therapy services.
  • Avatar Heather Liljengren ★★★★★ a year ago
    We cannot say enough good things about Effie, the ASL teacher, who was so engaged and effective with our 2 year old daughter from the very first session! Effie gladly included our whole family in the sessions! Her expertise and fantastic … More personality gave our daughter a way to communicate that she was so desperately seeking. The coordinators at Brooklyn Letters were so helpful and communicative…I would highly recommend their services!
  • Avatar Chris duke Fields ★★★★★ a month ago
    The company is great with outstanding customer service. They keep my horses protected. I have recommended them to other horses trainers as well that are going to get service early next year. Very professional an honest too. Respectfully … More submitted Christopher
  • Avatar Nikhil Jaisinghani ★★★★★ 5 months ago
    Ron and Ken did a fantastic job with our security system today. Installed everything very quick. Both of them were very polite and asked us throughout if the installation met our needs. Simply fantastic!
  • Avatar Linda Parsley ★★★★★ 6 months ago
    I called Cornerstone Protection to get a Security system at a relatives out of state property, within a week it was installed! The installers worked with the client to help understand her new system and she was happy! Our relative said … More they were courteous, professional and patient! I highly recommend Cornerstone Protection for all of your security needs!
  • Avatar Amanda Clay Mackin ★★★★★ 5 months ago
    Had blink cameras; Car was broken into multiple times so I called CornerStone & they were able to install multiple cameras very quickly & for a reasonable price. I am so happy with the app & getting alerts that are not superfluous, … More like they were with Blink. Highly recommend CornerStone & the tech Ronnie.
  • Avatar Pete Peters ★★★★★ 4 months ago
    Ron and Ken are great guys to work with.
    Both were very knowledgeable and got our system back up and running.
    Thanks to both for a job well done...
  • Avatar Brigid Bower ★★★★★ 11 months ago
    Samantha Dalmas was fantastic! We saw her for a feeding therapy evaluation and while she doesn’t think my daughter needs more feeding therapy sessions at this time, but she gave me lots of tips to try. If my daughter's doctors want … More to see more progress at her next appointment, I wouldn’t hesitate to reach out to Samantha again.
  • Avatar Larry Barton ★★★★★ a year ago
    Amazing assistance provided by Shannon today on my security system. I’m so grateful for your prompt, efficient, professional, and courteous service. Put me down as a customer for life!
  • Avatar Megan Haller ★★★★★ 2 years ago
    One of the most painless experiences I've had. They came on time and was over the moon professional with still keeping a level of personability to it. The gentleman also went out of his way to say that my husband and Mines business … More was appreciated. Which is actually rare to be appreciated by such a great company. So thank you and we look forward to continuing services with this company.
  • Avatar Megan Magsam ★★★★★ 2 years ago
    I am so happy we decided to go with cornerstone. They were quick and efficient. Shannon and the installer we very friendly. We got a lot of equipment and it was still within our budget. 10/10 would definitely recommend! Thank you
  • Avatar Collins Youngblood ★★★★★ a year ago
    Love the customer service and Shanon and his team go above and beyond for my restaurant. Couldn't of asked for a better security system and level of service that his team provides.
  • Avatar kanu patel ★★★★★ 2 years ago
    I have been using Cornerstone Protection service for over 5 years and I'm really happy with the service and state-of-the-art equipments and it's futures are so much in advance and friendly, I highly recommend Cornerstone Protection … More Service any and all business that need a security protection days and nights specially after business hours(Cornerstone Protection is perfect solution for your business). Owner of Cornerstone Protection is proactive with their customers and their equipments. Good experienced with Cornerstone Protection!!!
    Kanu Patel
  • Avatar Liz Jones ★★★★ 2 years ago
    We had a very positive experience with Alissa as a tutor for our pod of 5th grade boys from January - June 2020. She cared a lot about the boys and worked hard to create meaningful activities for them. The pod experience was invaluable … More for all of our families during a difficult year and we were so grateful to have found this partnership! We also want to appreciate Craig for helping to match us with a tutor on very short notice after we had cycled through a few folks who were not able to see the commitment through. Thanks for sticking with us!
  • Avatar S CL ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    Dusty was the exact person we needed to help our child finish out the school year. So grateful to him for the way he steadily encouraged her and helped her stay on track and organized. He is flexible, responsive to our needs/schedule as … More a family, and a delight to be with. We are also thankful that Craig at Themba Tutors really "gets it" and partnered us with such a wonderful tutor who was a great fit for our girl.
  • Avatar Nicole May ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    My child worked with Gillian D virtually for math enrichment. She is an excellent teacher. She took time to understand my child's specific learning style and provided tools that would be engaging. She was kind and empathetic- really … More made it her goal to connect with my child and build trust and rapport. My child started the school year with confidence and without the typically "brain-drain" that occurs over the summer, thanks to Gillian.
  • Avatar Gillian Davidoff ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    I am going into my second year as a Themba tutor. I have met so many great individuals while working for this company. Craig and the rest of the Themba team do such an excellent job picking and choosing Themba tutors that suit each client's … More individual needs! I look forward to meeting new tutors and clients in the 2021-2022 school year!
  • Avatar carolina luttmann ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    Our son started in a new high school, 100% remote, and was really struggling with Latin and Physics. I found Themba Tudors online and had an initial call with Craig, who was very knowledgeable, responsive, and found 2 amazing tutors for … More us. Both the Latin and the physics tutors were fantastic, connected with my son really well and helped him go from 'failing' grade to 'honors'! I will for sure continue using (and recommending!) Themba Tutors. Thank you, C, K, and W!
  • Avatar Eric Fingerman ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    Brian is a fantastic executive functioning coach. Super helpful, flexible with hours, and tailored the experience to our needs.
  • Avatar Susan Wong ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    Giulia Mercuri is a great Italian tutor! She was very responsive and accessible. Giulia put a ton of effort into preparing for each session and really helped our son with test preparation and projects. We are grateful that she was able … More to help, especially since our son did not receive any live teaching during COVID. We are happy that she was referred to us!
  • Avatar Christine Gennetti ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    As an adult student diagnosed with a learning disability during grad school, I knew I needed help dealing with my Master's program's demanding workload. I was seriously considering dropping out when I was referred to Themba Tutors. … More I was paired up with a wonderful tutor, Julie, who was a total lifesaver. I learned many techniques that I can utilize in the future as I embark on the next phase of my career.
    I can wholeheartedly say after working with Themba for two years that I would not have finished my program without this organization. And I am so thankful I selected them.
  • Avatar Fabiola FITZPATRICK ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    We were introduced to a wonderful tutor: Mcedwyn. He and our son, a freshman in college, worked well together. As a result, our son’s grades significantly improved. The tutor taught our son subject content and various methods to effectively … More study for quizzes and exams. Our son was also taught time management and organization. My son’s experience with the tutor made the first year of college a less intimidating experience.
  • Avatar Jude Eugene ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    We have been with our tutor, Cailin Schiller, for two years, from 5th - 7th grade. She started as an executive functioning tutor with my daughter. From the start, she demonstrated a depth of expertise and a selective use of techniques skillfully … More adapted to my daughter’s ADHD and Math disability. Cailin made Math accessible and understandable to her in a way that even her teachers had not been able to do. She differentiated reading, writing and math tasks and assignments to tailor them to my daughter’s unique learning differences. Not only did it have an effect on her grades and her work efficiency, but she finally could do her work with less anxiety. Even my daughter’s teachers used Cailin’s guidance to modify their work with her. But most importantly, she became my daughter’s favorite resource. I can’t say how invaluable Cailin has been to my daughter’s progress and well-being. I’d recommend her a million times over. She is a gem.
  • Avatar Janice Eidus ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    Victoria is a superb tutor. She helped my high school age daughter with her writing. Victoria's skills as a tutor, as well as her sense of humor and her engaging personality went a long way with my daughter.
  • A Google User ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    I'm so glad we were referred to Themba Tutors. After a great initial conversation to learn our needs, we were connected with an excellent tutor, Felicia, who is helping our high school daughter learn better organizational and executive … More skills. Highly recommended.
  • Avatar Fara Jones ★★★★★ 5 years ago
    Themba Tutors provided a leaning specialist that was a perfect fit for my daughter. I told them what we were looking for and they delivered. Our tutor is responsive and flexible and makes it easy for my daughter to reach out to her own … More her own, which gives her an added sense of responsibility over her learning. As a therapist myself, I now regularly recommend Themba to my patients. A much needed and well provided service to the community!!
  • Avatar Frances Simpson ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    The tutors at Themba are fantastic! Caitlyn McNeill helped our son academically, but also with getting organized in every subject, which he so desperately needed. She offered great advice and useful strategies that helped our son become … More a more successful student. We are using Themba tutors again this year for our daughter. We're so happy to have been referred to them!
  • Avatar Mary Jean Babic ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    I'm so glad we were referred to Themba Tutors. After a great initial conversation to learn our needs, we were connected with an excellent tutor, Felicia, who is helping our high school daughter learn better organizational and executive … More skills. Highly recommended.
  • Avatar Nina Herman ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    We had a wonderful experience with our tutor Micaela. She helped our son not only academically but at every level. We will be forever grateful to have her in our lives.
  • Avatar Frances ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    The tutors at Themba are fantastic! Caitlyn McNeill helped our son academically, but also with getting organized in every subject, which he so desperately needed. She offered great advice and useful strategies that helped our son become … More a more successful student. We are using Themba tutors again this year for our daughter. We're so happy to have been referred to them!
  • Avatar Michael Birnbaum ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    Paul Smith at Themba has been an exceptional tutor for my son, both in terms of teaching the subject matter and teaching how best to approach the process of learning math and executing assignments. We feel very fortunate to be working with … More Paul.
  • Avatar Monica Alzate ★★★★★ 5 years ago
    We were very lucky to have found Edwouine Swift, my son's therapist through Themba Tutors. Thomas is 12 years old, and it is extremely difficult to get him to write. Edwouine just works her magic with him, he adores her and is so … More eager to follow her guidance. I have no doubt she will be a positive driving force in his academic future.

Themba Tutors: Elite Executive Function Coaching & Specialized Academic Tutoring

Themba (n.): Trust.

A specialized private practice providing personalized, in-home, and virtual academic support.

New York City (NYC – In-Person) | New York State (In-Person in Westchester & Long Island; Statewide Virtual Services) | New Jersey (In-Person) | Connecticut (In-Person) | Boston (In-Person) | Minnesota (Statewide Virtual Services) | California (Statewide Virtual Services) | Washington (Statewide Virtual Services) | Remote Nationally and Internationally

NYC Executive Function Coaching
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Our Story: A Relationship-Driven Private Practice for NYC Executive Function Coaching

Founded in 2012 by Craig Selinger, Themba Tutors was created as a more intentional alternative to high-volume tutoring agencies. We provide both in-person and remote services, depending on location and program fit. Our in-person services are available throughout New York City, as well as in New York State—including Westchester and Long Island—and in Connecticut, New Jersey, and Boston. We also offer in-person services in California and Washington where appropriate. In Minnesota, services are provided exclusively via structured virtual delivery. Beyond these regions, we support families through remote services nationally and internationally. We work with families using parent-directed or self-directed funding models and can provide clear documentation to support those arrangements when permitted. Approval, eligibility, and reimbursement decisions remain the responsibility of the family and their funding administrator.

The word Themba means “Trust” in Swahili. This principle guides every relationship we build with families seeking personalized educational support. Unlike volume-based marketplaces, we operate as a boutique practice where human connection meets professional expertise.

Whether we are providing in-person tutoring or executive function coaching within our established service regions, or delivering remote support to families outside those areas, our focus remains on sustainable academic and emotional development. We believe meaningful progress happens through intentional matching—ensuring every student is paired with a specialist who understands their unique learning profile.
NYC Executive Function Coach Craig Selinger

Craig is a nationally recognized expert in child development and executive functioning. His work has been featured in Healthline, Psych Central, and NYMetro Parents, and he has lectured at NYU Langone, Mount Sinai Hospital, and NAPO.

After 25 years as an Educational Specialist and Executive Function Coach, I’ve seen that the missing link in most tutoring isn't a lack of effort—it's a lack of the right match. At Themba Tutors, we don't just assign a tutor; we hand-select a specialist who understands the nuances of your child's learning profile. My commitment is to provide the same high-touch, high-level care that I would expect for my own children.

Private Practice Learning Specialists in NYC & Beyond

Our team provides executive function coaching and academic tutoring through in-home, virtual, and hybrid models  designed to meet families where they are.

Our team travels directly to families homes and offers flexible virtual tutoring for students who travel frequently or need schedule adaptability. We can also coordinate a blend of in-person and remote services as needed.

We provide in-person executive function coaching and academic support throughout New York City, as well as across New York State, including Westchester and Long Island. Additional in-person services are available in Connecticut, New Jersey, Boston, and select regions of California and Washington. For families outside these in-person service areas—or when virtual delivery is preferred—we offer statewide or fully remote executive function coaching. Minnesota services are delivered remotely, and we also work with families nationally and internationally through virtual support. Some families we support participate in self-directed funding programs and independently coordinate approval with their Broker or Fiscal Intermediary. We provide documentation when requested; however, families remain responsible for plan authorization and compliance.

NYC & Metro

Serving families across all five boroughs with in-home and local support.

Locations we cover

Ideal for families seeking consistent, hands-on support in the New York City area.

Tri-State & New England

Regional support for families throughout the Northeast corridor.

Service areas

Flexible travel and hybrid services available across the region.

National (In-Person & Virtual)

We support families across the U.S. through travel and virtual consulting.

Active service states

  • California
  • Washington
  • Minnesota

Available for intensives, consultations, and ongoing virtual guidance.

International

Dedicated support for families worldwide.

Global services include

  • Europe
  • Asia
  • Middle East & beyond

We offer time-zone flexible scheduling to ensure consistent communication and continuity of care, no matter where your family is located.

Expert Executive Function Coaching & Academic Tutoring in NYC

Academic success requires more than subject knowledge—it requires the ability to plan, initiate, organize, and follow through. Our multidisciplinary team supports the whole learner.

Professional Scope & Disclaimer:
Themba Tutors is an educational private practice. While many team members have therapeutic training, we do not provide clinical therapy, diagnoses, or mental-health counseling. Our work focuses exclusively on academic support, skill-building, and educational coaching.

The Themba Difference: Selective & Intentional

What sets our NYC executive function coaches & academic tutors apart:

  • Highly Trained Specialists — not generalist tutors
  • Thoughtful Matching based on expertise, personality, and schedule
  • Ongoing Case Coordination and progress communication
  • Professional Autonomy grounded in evidence-based practice
  • Experience Supporting Self-Directed Funding Models — We regularly work with families who use parent-directed and self-directed funding. We provide clear service descriptions and itemized invoices that families may submit to their Fiscal Intermediary (FI) or Financial Management Service (FMS) when permitted by their plan.

We prioritize quality over quantity—for families and for professionals.

NYC Metro Area

      TESTIMONIALS

Students of all ages receive one-on-one tutoring in all instructional materials, test preparation, and executive function coaching as required. At Themba Tutors, we take the time to help students/clients understand their strengths and progress in areas where they need to improve. We offer personalized tools for each of our clients to help them become more aware of their individual needs as they work towards short-term goals. Improving these skills will benefit our students’/clients’ long-term plans.

About
PETER W.

M.S., Ph.D. Literacy Specialist, Writing Coach

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SAMANTHA

M.A. in Literacy Instruction, M.A. in Educational Leadership

About
CAROLYN

New York State Certified Special Education Teacher, Social Studies Teacher, and Literacy Specialist

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MARIA

M.S. in Bilingual, Childhood and Special Education & Ed.M in Language and Literacy

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REMY S.

M.S., Orton-Gillingham Literacy Specialist

Lynsey MS Literacy
LYNSEY

M.S. Literacy

**Guarantee: It’s critical that whoever receives our tutoring services connects with the specialist, the specialist has expertise in the area of need, and is available to travel to you. If you are not 100% satisfied with our services, we are 100% committed to finding you the right professional.

Themba Tutors Video: Meet Our Founder & Staff 

Highly Skilled, Expertly Trained, Friendly Professionals

 

At Themba Tutors, we cater to a wide range of learners,  from young children to college students, including those with learning differences, using an identity-affirming approach. Our team of academic tutors, learning specialists, and executive function coaches are dedicated to identifying and addressing each student’s specific needs. Our professionals are experts in academic guidance, relationship-building, and comprehensive support services.

For years, families, schools, and professionals have turned to us because we do more than just connect students with top-tier educators—we take the time to personally match you or your child with the right tutor or coach. Most of our specialists come to us through trusted word-of-mouth referrals, and we know them well.

Our hands-on approach begins with gathering detailed information from reports, evaluations, and conversations with parents to understand you or your child’s unique needs fully. With a free remote meet-and-greet and thoughtful matching process, we ensure that you or your child is paired with a highly qualified professional and the best possible fit. At Themba Tutors, you’re not just getting a tutor—you’re gaining a dedicated expert committed to your success.

Themba vs. The Competition: What Sets Us Apart

We take pride in the distinctive value our specialists bring to families. While many agencies offer generic support, Themba Tutors is a specialized private practice. We provide high-touch NYC executive function coaching and academic tutoring with an unwavering commitment to quality over quantity.

Here is how we set the standard for educational support:

  • A “Homegrown” Private Practice: We provide flexible, localized services that avoid the one-size-fits-all approach of large franchises. Our specialists build deep, lasting relationships with students and families.
  • Expert Matching, Not “Blind” Assignments: We don’t just assign the next available person. We carefully match your child with a specialist based on expertise, personality, and specific learning needs.
  • Highly Credentialed Specialists: We only select experts with advanced degrees and specialized training in learning differences. You aren’t getting a “generalist” tutor; you are getting a professional who understands the neurodivergent brain.
  • Evidence-Based Professionalism: Led by our founder, Craig Selinger, our team follows multidisciplinary, evidence-based approaches to ensure that every session drives measurable progress.
  • Absolute Convenience: Whether you need in-home NYC executive function coaching or flexible virtual sessions for a busy travel schedule, we meet you exactly where you are.

Our Consultative Intake Process

 

  1. Initial Conversation
    Speak with our intake coordinator within 1 business day.
  2. Academic Review
    We review records, reports, or school feedback to identify priorities.
  3. Specialist Matching
    Families receive curated tutor profiles—not blind assignments.
  4. Free Remote Meet-and-Greets
    15-minute sessions to ensure rapport and fit.
  5. Exploratory Session
    A first session focused on assessment and planning—not pressure.

Making a Difference in Your Child’s Learning Journey

 

Our NYC executive function coaching & academic tutoring is built around a learner-centered, one-on-one model that adapts to each student’s strengths, challenges, and goals. We collaborate closely with families, schools, and outside professionals to create individualized learning profiles that support both short-term progress and long-term academic growth.

Our work focuses on:

  • Mastery of subject-area content
  • Development of core executive function skills and positive study habits
  • Sustaining engagement and motivation through personalized strategies

 

 

A Learner-Centered Approach For 1:1 Tutoring

 

Through NYC executive function coaching & academic tutoring, our learning specialists continuously monitor progress, refine goals, and adjust instructional strategies as students grow. Collaboration is central to our approach. We work alongside parents, teachers, and other members of a student’s support team to ensure alignment across environments.

We understand school culture, curriculum expectations, and the pressures students face in New York City and beyond. There is no one-size-fits-all solution. Instead, we begin by developing a detailed learning profile that guides instruction and skill-building. Our tutors support academic mastery while also strengthening the executive function skills students need to manage increasing demands.

For many students—especially adolescents—motivation is just as critical as instruction. Our approach helps students:

  • Take greater ownership of their education, increasing independence and sustained effort
  • Improve focus, confidence, and self-esteem through individualized support and positive reinforcement
  • Build effective study habits that strengthen organization, time management, and information retention
  • Reduce family stress by shifting academic monitoring from parents to a trusted professional

 

Why One-on-One Tutoring Matters

 

 

While classroom education is essential, NYC executive function coaching & academic tutoring provides the individualized structure many students need to succeed. Through personalized instruction, we help students:

  • Internalize and process material more effectively through feedback and targeted skill-building
  • Strengthen foundational cognitive and executive function skills required for sequential learning
  • Access evidence-based instructional tools and materials that support deeper understanding
  • Benefit from a stronger support system through consistent communication between families and schools

Our goal is not just academic improvement, but meaningful, sustainable growth that carries into future learning and life beyond the classroom.

Supporting Adults & College Learners

 

While many families first discover Themba Tutors through K–12 support, our work has always extended beyond childhood education. We also partner with college students, graduate students, and adults who are navigating academic, professional, or life-stage transitions and want structured, practical support.

Adults often seek us out for help with:

Our adult clients include college students adjusting to increased independence, professionals returning to school, creatives managing complex workloads, and adults who were never formally supported earlier in their education but now want tools that actually work.

The approach is the same one that defines our private practice: thoughtful matching, high-level expertise, and relationship-driven work. Sessions are collaborative, respectful, and practical—focused on building systems, habits, and skills that transfer into daily life.

We offer adult services virtually and in person, depending on location and need, and many adult clients appreciate the flexibility, discretion, and professionalism of our model.

As with all Themba Tutors services, our work with adults is educational and coaching-based. We focus on skill-building, accountability, and academic or professional growth—not therapy or clinical treatment.

No Financial Obligations and the Intake is Free! We Guarantee Satisfaction! 

Ask us about optional check-in support, available as an add-on for families who want ongoing accountability between sessions.

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Every coach offers a free 15-minute remote meet-and-greet, so you can get to know them and see if it feels like the right fit. We’re very responsive and easy to communicate with throughout the process. From there, we’ll thoughtfully match you with one or more of our coaches.

If you have any problems/issues, you can directly contact our CEO and Founder:
[email protected]