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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.

Math Tutors

EXECUTIVE FUNCTION TUTORING & COACHING FOR STUDENTS ON WESTCHESTER

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Is your child bright, but constantly losing homework? Do you find yourself reminding your high school student about deadlines every night? If you need an executive function tutor Westchester families trust, you’ve come to the right place. In Westchester’s competitive academic environment, strong executive function skills are the essential foundation for success, independence, and reduced family stress.

We provide one-on-one executive function tutoring and coaching for K–12 and college students across Westchester County, helping them master the critical academic skills and learning skills necessary for achievement and lifelong success. Our specialists work with students with ADHD, executive function disorder, learning differences, and those who simply need a structure to thrive. It’s time to shift from daily reminders to lasting academic independence.

For families specifically navigating ADHD-related challenges, we also offer dedicated adhd executive function coaching in Westchester. If your student needs broader academic support alongside EF coaching, you can explore our full range of Westchester tutoring services.

Why Executive Function Tutoring Matters

Executive functions are the mental skills we use to get things done—from planning and prioritizing to organizing and completing tasks. These essential cognitive skills govern our self-management and our ability to focus attention. When these skills are underdeveloped, students face significant challenges that extend beyond basic schoolwork:

  • The Struggle is Real: Students with EF deficits often grapple with chronic issues like poor time management, messy binders or digital files, frequent procrastination, difficulty starting assignments, and forgetting materials for class.
  • Why Traditional Tutoring Fails: A subject-specific tutor (e.g., a math tutor) can help your child understand algebra, but they can’t teach them when or how to study for the test. EF coaching is different. We don’t teach what to learn; we teach the student how to learn, organize, and manage their academic life effectively, leading to independent, sustainable results.

If your student also struggles with writing output or organization in essays, pairing EF coaching with writing tutoring in Westchester can be especially effective.

Our Approach to Building Executive Function Skills

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Our coaching is not a one-size-fits-all lesson plan; it’s a dynamic, personalized system designed to build lasting habits.

  • Customized EF Skill-Building Plans: Every student begins with an assessment to identify their specific EF strengths and weaknesses (e.g., planning, emotional regulation, working memory). We then create a highly personalized action plan focused on their most pressing needs.
  • Tools for Independence: Our coaches introduce and practice a variety of practical tools, including dedicated academic planners, digital reminders and task apps, effective binder and file management systems, and reliable daily and weekly routines that students can stick to.
  • Parent Involvement + Progress Updates: We view parents as partners. Coaches provide regular updates on the skills being taught and offer practical, actionable strategies you can use at home to reinforce the new systems, ensuring consistency between sessions.

For families looking specifically for structured systems and accountability, you can learn more about our dedicated executive function coaching in Westchester.

ADHD/Executive Function Tutoring for K–12 Students

Elementary: Building Routines, Starting Independence

For younger students, coaching focuses on the basics: establishing homework routines, organizing the backpack and desk, following multi-step directions, and initiating tasks without constant prompting. The goal is to lay the groundwork for self-management.

Middle School: Organization, Breaking Down Assignments

Middle school brings departmentalized classes and a surge in complexity. We focus on long-term project planning, utilizing academic planners efficiently, managing multiple teacher expectations, and the critical skill of breaking down large assignments into manageable steps.

High School: Balancing Academics + Extracurriculars, Prepping for College

High school requires mastery. We help students balance rigorous academics, sports, and social lives. Coaching focuses on advanced prioritization, effective study schedules for AP/IB courses, developing strong self-advocacy skills, and building the robust organizational systems necessary to transition successfully into college. Our comprehensive K–12 coaching track ensures your student is ready not just for the next grade level, but for the full demands of college and career.

Executive Function Tutoring for College Students

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College demands complete academic independence. Our coaches help university students overcome the unique challenges of campus life:

  • Prioritization, Study Schedules, and Deadlines: We work with students to map out syllabi, create integrated study and work schedules, and manage the freedom of college life without letting deadlines slip.
  • Self-Advocacy with Professors and Disability Services: Learning to communicate needs professionally and proactively with professors, TAs, and the university’s disability services is a key step toward independence.
  • Independence Skills: Life Balance + Executive Function Beyond Academics: Coaching extends beyond the classroom to include practical life skills like managing personal finances, scheduling appointments, and maintaining a healthy academic-life balance.

We equip college students with the essential executive function skills needed to manage their academics, social life, and career preparation successfully.

In-Home & Online Executive Function Tutors Across Westchester

Our expert executive function coaches are available to meet your students where they learn best—whether that’s in your home or in a focused virtual environment. We proudly serve families throughout the county:

  • Cities: Mount Vernon, New Rochelle, Peekskill, Rye, White Plains, Yonkers
  • Towns: Bedford, Cortlandt, Eastchester, Greenburgh, Harrison, Lewisboro, Mamaroneck, Mount Kisco, New Castle, North Castle, North Salem, Ossining, Pelham, Pound Ridge, Rye Town, Scarsdale, Somers, Yorktown
  • Villages: Ardsley, Briarcliff Manor, Bronxville, Buchanan, Croton-on-Hudson, Dobbs Ferry, Elmsford, Hastings-on-Hudson, Irvington, Katonah (part of the Town of Bedford), Larchmont, Mamaroneck (shared by the towns of Mamaroneck and Rye), Mount Kisco (shared by the towns of Bedford and New Castle), Pelham, Pelham Manor, Pleasantville, Port Chester, Rye Brook, Scarsdale, Sleepy Hollow, Tarrytown, Tuckahoe
  • Hamlets and Census-Designated Places (CDPs): Amawalk, Baldwin Place, Bedford Hills, Chappaqua, Crompond, Goldens Bridge, Granite Springs, Jefferson Valley, Lincolndale, Millwood, Mohegan Lake, Rye Neck (shared by the villages of Mamaroneck and Rye Brook), Shenorock, Shrub Oak, South Salem, Thornwood, Valhalla, Waccabuc, West Harrison

No matter where you are located in Westchester, specialized support for your student is always accessible.

Meet Some of Our Executive Function Coaches

ALEX F.
ALEX F.

M.S Occupational Therapy

Fotini Master’s degree in Secondary Educataion for English
FOTINI

Master’s Degree in Secondary Education for English

CAMERON
CAMERON

Master’s Degree in Psychology

DAVID K.
DAVID K.

Masters in Special Education and Trained in Orton-Gillingham

ALEX R.
ALEX R.

PhD Candidate

ALISSA
ALISSA

M.S in Adolescent Special Education

EMILY
EMILY

Master’s in Education

JOYA K.
JOYA K.

Master’s in EDucation Psychology

Our team of coaches are not just general tutors; they are highly specialized educators committed to EF skill-building. Our coaches possess backgrounds in Special Education (SPED), clinical psychology, and adolescent development, with significant experience working with students who have ADHD and other learning differences. Many have local Westchester teaching experience, giving them direct insight into the demands of local school curricula and expectations. Trust your student’s organizational success to a dedicated professional with proven expertise in executive function development.

Success Stories from Westchester Families

Cian, a middle school student, struggled with executive functioning challenges that affected his confidence and ability to manage daily tasks. After working with Jake from Themba Tutors, Cian’s transformation has been remarkable. In just a few months, he’s become more organized, confident, and positive about his abilities. His mother shares that Cian is now excited about staying organized, and the changes have been nothing short of miraculous.
Cian recently sent his mom a message: “Mom, I just organized my entire room and set up a schedule for my homework! I feel so on top of things!

 

-Ann

Brian is a fantastic executive functioning coach. Super helpful, flexible with hours, and tailored the experience to our needs.

 

– JOYA K.

My 13 year old son worked with Aaron on Math throughout 8th grade and we are so pleased with what they were able to accomplish together. B had always seen himself as good at math and was placed in honors math for 7th grade but had a hard time keeping up, was diagnosed with ADHD (turns out he hadn’t been retaining or absorbing much that year) and put back in “regular ” math for 8th grade. We knew he needed to shore up fundamentals and restore confidence/mojo as a math student.Aaron helped Billy get caught up on the fundamentals he’d been fuzzy on and get a solid handle on each building block as the Algebra got more complex. He read through Billy’s diagnosis report to better understand the learning differences and executive functioning challenges he was working with and tailored his teaching style to include coping strategies to encourage less impulsivity, more attention to detail/review, etc.
Aaron was also very easy to work with – always flexible and following up sessions with helpful summaries and reminders and encouragements for Billy. Highly recommend!

 

-Jess P.

My son got to a point in his writing where he just hit a wall with brainstorming. He needed some extra 1:1 time outside of school with someone who could handle the executive functions aspect, the anxiety piece, the extra time/silence my son sometimes needed, and the warmth and creativity that is his native space. Jake was beyond perfect. I just couldn’t have dreamt up a better fit. In addition, he documented his process, what was working with my son, so that I have a collection of emails to look back on when I need reminding about how to help my son when he’s feeling stuck – which is now very seldom. If I had five thumbs, they’d all be up. So I’ll just say, 5 stars! Thank you, Jakek and thank you, Themba Tutors. (By the way, this was affordable, to boot.)

 

-Micaela B.

We measure success not just in improved grades, but in increased student confidence, reduced parental stress, and the ability of a student to consistently complete tasks independently. Your family’s success story is the next one we are ready to help write.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How is EF tutoring different from subject tutoring?

Subject tutoring teaches content (e.g., geometry). EF coaching teaches processes (e.g., how to organize notes, how to manage time to complete geometry homework, and how to study for the test). Our focus is on the skills, not the curriculum.

2. Do you coordinate with teachers or therapists?

Yes. With your permission, our coaches are happy to coordinate with your student’s teachers, school administrators, and therapists (if applicable) to ensure a consistent, supportive strategy is being implemented both at home and at school.

3. Do you work with college students?

Absolutely. We have specialized coaches who focus on the unique time management and life skills necessary for success in a university setting, including self-advocacy and transition support.

4. How long until families see results?

While every student is different, most families report seeing noticeable improvements in routine and organization within 4–6 weeks. Mastery of complex skills like long-term planning takes more time, but the immediate reduction in chaos often provides quick relief.

Looking for specialized academic support for students with learning differences? Explore our Westchester Special Needs Tutoring program — designed for learners with ADHD, dyslexia, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and executive function challenges. Our individualized, strength-based approach helps students build lasting confidence, organization, and independence across all academic areas.

Get Started Today: Schedule Your Free Consultation Today

If you’re tired of daily reminders, missed deadlines, and the stress that executive function challenges bring to your Westchester home, the time to act is now. Our specialized coaching staff is ready to help your student build the organized habits and confident independence they need to succeed in school and beyond.

Your Free, Zero-Obligation Consultation Includes:

  1. Needs Assessment: A detailed conversation about your student’s specific challenges (e.g., time blindness, organizational chaos, or procrastination).
  2. Strategy Overview: A review of our proven coaching methodologies and how we plan to target your student’s unique EF gaps.
  3. Meet a Specialist: We’ll outline which of our ADHD and learning differences specialists would be the best fit for your family, whether you prefer in-home or online sessions.

Don’t wait another semester hoping things will improve on their own. Take the first step toward lasting academic change.