Reading Intervention for Struggling Readers & Dyslexia
Catherine Mitchell Helps Struggling Readers & Children with Dyslexia Finally Make Fast, Lasting Progress in Reading — When Nothing Else Has Worked
“Our daughter went from guessing at words and melting down during reading time to reading smoothly and actually enjoying books again. The progress in 12 weeks was incredible.” –Christine M. Parent
I specialize in helping children who have tried tutors, reading apps, and traditional phonics but are still falling behind. Using my speech-to-print intervention system, most kids gain at least 1 full grade level in reading in 12 weeks — or I keep working with them for free until we reach that goal.
For families who purchase my phonics materials: You’ll also get instant access to my private Facebook support group, where I personally answer questions, share extra video lessons, and provide live guidance.
Who Does Catherine Mitchell Work With?
Catherine Mitchell works with caring parents of bright children who are struggling to read fluently — even after school interventions, private tutoring, reading apps, and countless hours of practice.
These parents feel exhausted and heartbroken watching their child guess at words, read slowly, avoid books, melt down during homework, and quietly lose confidence. They’ve tried everything, yet their child is still falling behind and starting to believe “I’m just not smart.”
Are You Experiencing These Challenges?
Daily Struggles
Reading time turns into battles. Your child guesses, skips words, or gets stuck on longer words. Homework takes forever and ends in tears or frustration.
Overwhelm & Hopelessness
You feel anxious and discouraged, wondering why nothing is working. You worry your child is falling further behind and losing their love of learning.
A Child Who Deserves Better
Your bright child deserves to read smoothly and confidently. You deserve to enjoy reading time together instead of dreading it every day.
Here’s the good news:
I specialize in helping these exact children — struggling readers and kids with dyslexia who have tried traditional methods but are still not making real progress. Using my speech-to-print intervention system, most families see their child gain at least 1 full grade level in reading in 12 weeks — or I keep working with them for free until we reach that goal.
Catherine Mitchell is a Certified Reading Therapist with over 20 years of experience helping struggling readers finally succeed. My calm, structured approach focuses on teaching the brain the right way, so reading becomes natural instead of a constant battle.
The 3-Step Plan to Transform Your Child’s Reading
Step 1: Clear Assessment & Personalized Plan
We begin with a gentle skills assessment to identify exactly what’s missing in your child’s reading foundation. From there, I create a custom plan tailored to your child’s specific needs — so we don’t waste time on things they already know.
Step 2: Weekly 1:1 Intervention Sessions
Your child receives personalized online sessions using my speech-to-print method. We build strong decoding, fluency, and comprehension the way the brain actually learns — from sounds to letters. Most children start showing noticeable improvement within the first few weeks.
Step 3: Parent Coaching & Home Support
You receive weekly lesson plans, all materials, and simple home activities. Plus, you get instant access to my private Facebook support group, where I personally answer your questions, share extra video lessons, and provide live guidance. This ensures consistent progress even between sessions.
The Result:
Most families see their child gain at least 1 full grade level in reading in 12 weeks — with improved confidence, less frustration, and a child who no longer dreads reading time.
If we don’t reach that goal, I continue working with your child for free until we do.
Real Transformations – What Parents Are Saying
Ms. Williams ,
“I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything you’ve done for my son and for myself. There was a time when I was told he would never learn how to read, and I felt lost and scared for his future. But then you came into our lives with patience, dedication, and a heart full of love. You believed in him when others didn’t. You worked with him, encouraged him, and celebrated every small victory along the way. I’ve seen so much progress I never thought possible, and I know it’s because of you.”
Mom of a 4th grader & high schooler “Miss Catherine provided a different approach to tutoring for 2 of my 3 kids. She customized a plan for both of my kids’ needs. Having a daily multi-sensory plan for 12 weeks improved both of their skills and filled in gaps. My 4th grader is now reading at grade level and above, and my high schooler has learned strategies for comprehension and has better handwriting from his dysgraphia. If I had to do it all over again, I would. She’s very easy to work with and very patient. Thank you, Miss Catherine!”
Mom of a 4th-grade son, “I highly recommend this reading therapy! My 4th-grade son attended sessions twice a week, and we saw wonderful progress. Catherine took the time to understand his individual needs, and her personalized approach made all the difference for our struggling reader. We saw so much growth. If you’re looking for effective, tailored support, this program is excellent.”
From Kindergarten Reading Level to Fully On-Grade in 12 Weeks
One 4th-grade boy with speech delay, slow processing, working memory challenges, and ADHD went from kindergarten level to full 4th-grade reading — speaking in complete sentences — after my 12-week program. The private evaluation confirmed: he’s actually very smart with an above-average IQ. He just needed teaching that matches how his brain learns.
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These aren’t isolated stories. Most families see measurable growth — at least 1 full grade level in reading within 12 weeks — because we address the root cause with speech-to-print methods instead of just more practice.
Ready for your child’s own success story?
We start where kids are strongest—with spoken language—and build the bridge to print using linguistic phonics. Each one strengthens decoding, encoding, and confidence so reading finally clicks.
Common Questions
1. Is this the same as a reading tutor?
Not exactly. Many parents search for a “reading tutor,” but what I offer is more specialized.
I provide 1:1 online reading therapy using evidence-based, structured, multisensory instruction designed for dyslexicandstrugglingreaders(ages 7+). Instead of just helping with tonight’s homework, we work on the underlying skills your child needs to become an independent, confident reader.
2. Who is this program best for?
This program is ideal for children who:
Are about a grade level (or more) behind in reading or spelling
Are trying hard, but still guessing at words or avoiding reading
May have dyslexia or show signs of dyslexia
Are in 2nd grade and up (ages 7+)
If you’re not sure whether it’s the right fit, we can talk it through on a free Reading Breakthrough Call.
3. How does the 12-week program work?
Every family receives:
All materials provided (no extra purchases or printing)
Weekly 1:1 sessions with your child
Parent coaching, so you know how to support at home
Weekly lesson plans for simple, focused home practice
Before and after skill assessments so you can see the progress
Most students make about one year of reading growth in 12 weeks.
👉Learn more on the full program page
4. What is your “progress promise”?
I call it my 12-Week Progress Promise:
I guarantee at least 1 grade level of growth in reading skills within 12 weeks, or I will continue working with your child at no cost until we reach that goal.
We’ll talk about what this looks like for your child’s starting point during your Reading Breakthrough Call.
5. Do you work online or in person?
I offer specialized 1:1 online reading therapy, serving families across the U.S.
Online sessions allow us to work together consistently, no matter where you live, and many kids actually feel more relaxed working from home.
I work primarily online with families across the U.S. and have limited in-person availability in the Fort Worth area.
6. How do I know if this will help my child?
The best next step is to book a free Reading Breakthrough Call.
On the call, you can share your child’s current struggles, what you’ve already tried, and your goals. I’ll explain what I’m seeing, whether this program is a good fit, and what a 12-week plan and progress promise would look like for your child’s specific situation—no pressure, just clarity.
Why families choose Blossoming Skills
Specialist in dyslexia and struggling readers ages 7+
Certified Special Education Teacher
Trained in evidence‑based, explicit, structured, multisensory instruction
20 plus years of experience helping children who didn’t thrive with typical tutoring
Parent coaching built into every program, so you feel confident at home
12‑Week Progress Promise: if we don’t see measurable gains, I keep working for free until we do
I offer this guarantee because my speech-to-print method is evidence-based and has a 98% success rate with ADHD brains.
Learn more about my reading therapy program here.
