Affordable Support
High-quality educational therapy delivered at fair, accessible rates for families.
Qualified Expertise
NILD-trained professionals providing evidence-based intervention and personalised support for learners with dyslexia, ADHD, and ASD.
Strength-Based Approach
Therapy that builds confidence, nurtures potential, and supports lasting academic growth.
Family-Centred Care
Prioritising each learner’s needs with compassionate, consistent, and individualised guidance.
About me
Bringing you the best in Educational Therapy
At NILD New Zealand, I follow the evidence-based principles developed by the National Institute for Learning Development in the United States. My approach goes beyond tutoring — my work strengthens the underlying cognitive processes that support learning. Through targeted, personalised intervention, I help students build confidence, develop independent learning strategies, and thrive both in and beyond the classroom.
- Strengthens underlying cognitive and processing skills
- Builds confidence and independent learning strategies
- Provides tailored interventions for diverse learning needs
- Supports attention, memory, language, and reasoning
- Helps students thrive in school and everyday life
- Provides targeted support for students with literacy difficulties
my Services
Comprehensive Educational Solutions
NILD®
The National Institute for Learning Development (NILD®) is an educational therapy approach that focuses on strengthening the underlying cognitive skills needed for learning and literacy. Rather than targeting school subjects alone, NILD interventions support areas such as literacy, numeracy, attention, memory, processing, and reasoning. Through structured, one-to-one sessions, learners are supported to think more effectively, build confidence, and develop strategies that positively impact learning across all areas.
Executive Functioning Coaching
Executive functioning coaching supports neurodivergent learners who find planning, focus, or organisation difficult. With practical strategies and personalised guidance, children strengthen these core skills and learn to use their unique abilities to reach meaningful goals.
Social Skills
Social skills mentoring offers guided support for neurodiverse learners, providing a safe space to practise communication and emotional skills. Sessions help children build confidence, develop positive relationships, and navigate real-life situations more effectively.
Search & Teach
Search and Teach® is an early-intervention programme that identifies learning needs before challenges appear. Through gentle assessment and targeted activities, it helps children build strong foundational skills and confidence in their early learning.
Lego Therapy
Lego® Therapy is a structured, play-based approach that supports the development of social communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. Through guided group or individual sessions, learners practise turn-taking, listening, planning, and teamwork in a motivating and supportive environment. This approach helps build confidence, social understanding, and positive peer interaction.
RxMaths
RxMaths is a targeted intervention designed to support learners who find mathematics challenging. Through structured, sequential instruction, sessions focus on strengthening number sense, foundational maths skills, and problem-solving strategies. The programme helps learners build confidence, accuracy, and independence in mathematics, supporting success both in the classroom and everyday life.
School Readiness
School readiness sessions use Search and Teach® principles to build early literacy, numeracy, and classroom skills. Through fun, play-based activities, children gain confidence and develop the foundations needed for a smooth transition into school.
Why me
My Commitment to Excellence
Expertise & Experience
With specialist training through the National Institute for Learning Development (NILD), we bring proven, research-based methods to every session, supporting learners with skill, care, and deep understanding.
Personalised Intervention
I tailor each programme to your child’s specific learning profile, creating structured, targeted therapy that strengthens cognitive skills and builds confidence in everyday learning.
Growth-Focused Practices
My approach nurtures long-term success by developing resilient thinking, independent strategies, and a positive mindset — equipping students to thrive in school and beyond.
Testimonials
Honest reviews from my customers
Jess Hodges
Client: Whanganui, NZ
We have had such a positive experience working with Elana. She has been doing sessions with my son as he prepares to start school, and the difference in his confidence has been amazing. She has given him really practical, age-appropriate skills and made the sessions enjoyable and encouraging, which has helped him feel capable and ready for this next step.
Just as valuable for me as a parent has been the guidance she’s given me, helping me understand what to work on with him at home and giving me the correct language and confidence to communicate effectively with his teachers. Her knowledge, insight, and supportive approach have been invaluable, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to other families.
Happy Parents
Client: Whanganui, NZ
“Our daughter has been working with Elana to strengthen her cognitive functioning, and the progress she has made has been remarkable. We originally sought support because she was finding it difficult to stay focused, process information, and keep up with the demands of the classroom. Through Elana’s calm, structured, and highly personalised approach, we have seen her confidence grow and her ability to learn improve in very real ways. She is now more engaged, more independent, and far better equipped to tackle new challenges at school. We are incredibly grateful for the impact this programme has had and would recommend Elana without hesitation.”
Ready to give your child the gift of educational therapy they deserve?
Contact me today to schedule a consultation or to learn more about my services.