A Journey Through Our “Special” Education:The Challenges and Triumphs™
Providence Tarzana Medical Center
18321 Clark Street, Conference Center #3
Tarzana, CA 91356
Space is limited.
Please email info@dyslexiala.org if you plan to attend.
Join Lainie Donnell, MA, and Elizabeth Lutsky, MA, two professional
Educational Therapists/Learning Specialists, as they share their personal
journeys through their “special” education. They will discuss the challenges and
triumphs they faced throughout their education, and will outline strategies that
have helped them compensate for their learning differences. Additionally, Lainie
and Liz will share insights about how to better support your children as they
navigate their way tinsightful evening.
Elizabeth Lutsky, MA received her undergraduate degree in psychology from the University of
Michigan, Ann Arbor, and went on to earn her Masters degree in learning disabilities from
Northwestern University. For the past 10 years Elizabeth has worked in private practice as an
educational therapist helping children with language based learning disabilities to develop the skills
and strategies needed to overcome their learning challenges. Throughout her career, Elizabeth has
worked in various educational settings as a special education teacher, learning specialist, and
reading coach. She looks forward to continuing to help her clients become successful, independent
learners.
Lainie S. Donnell, MA lives in Thousand Oaks, California with her husband and daughter. After
struggling with her own learning disabilities for the past 30 years, Lainie decided to embrace her
challenges and help others to overcome their struggles. After receiving her undergraduate degree
from the University of Vermont in psychology, Lainie went on to receive her Masters degree from
California State University, Northridge in special education. Currently, Lainie is in private practice as
an educational therapist helping students with language based learning disabilities and non-verbal
learning disabilities. Previously, Lainie worked as a middle and high school special education
teacher and a learning specialist. Lainie has found her way as a strong advocate and teacher for
students with learning challenges.
