Digital Media Kit

Interested in interviewing Cheri?

Cheri is open to guest podcasting, corporate and educational institutions, and media entities.

1. What is Dysgraphia?

Dysgraphia is a disability in written expression. It is estimated that 33% of the population have some level of dysgraphia.

2. How did you get interested in dysgraphia?

I had a parent ask me, “How can my child read and not be able to write?” I couldn’t answer. In my search to find the answer, I discovered that there are many misconceptions about dysgraphia and not much published for educators, therapists, and parents.

3. I've heard of dyslexia. Are dyslexia and dysgraphia the same thing?

Dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia are Specific Learning Disabilities.

Dys=disability

ia=a condition

Each one of the roots delineates the three from the other.

lexi=reading

graph=writing

calc=math

They are in the same category in the DSM-5 but are not the same.

**DSM-5 = Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Health Disorders, fifth edition – The Bible of mental health conditions.

4. Are there any other disabilities that are similar to dysgraphia?

Many individuals who have dysgraphia also have comorbid conditions such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). They are not the same diagnosis though.

5. Are there types of dysgraphia?

My definition of the types of dysgraphia is slightly different from other organizations because my delineation is a sensory-motor approach to interventions. I have separated them further.

Visual-Spatial Dysgraphia

Motor Dysgraphia

Memory Dysgraphia

Word Formation (Spelling) Dysgraphia

Sentence Formation Dysgraphiaia

Paragraph Formation Dysgraphia

6. Can you evaluate my child/student who may have dysgraphia?

My primary role is as a professional development provider for educators and therapists, which fills my days at this point. I am no longer providing direct treatment.

However, do continue to advocate and support parents by reviewing IEP documents and coaching them to prepare for team meetings.

I also support homeschool families through educational programs and coaching.

I am an ACT48 Approved Provider in the Commonwealth of PA. This approval allows me to use NBCOT line 11 to provide professional development to occupational therapists in any other state.

7. What are the symptoms of dysgraphia?

Avoiding handwriting	Hand cramps/pain	Unorganized paragraphs
Awkward pencil grasp	Intensively watching one’s hands	Unusual pencil position
Awkward letter appearance	Pencil pressure is too dark/light	Written Expression does not meet expectations
Difficulty managing margins	Poor fine motor skills

8. How do I find you on social media?

Look for my name on

Linked In

Linked In Business Page

Clubhouse @dysgraphiacoach

OWWLL use code CO707647 to sign up

9. Do you have any free resources?

Parent Resources

Professional Resouces

Frequently Asked Questions

Dysgraphia Webinar (Coming Soon)

10. Where have you been featured in the past?

2022 Mental Health Awards – Dysgraphia Expert of the Year – Global Health and Pharma Magazine

2022 Social Care Award – Best Handwriting Support Program in PA – Global Health and Pharma Magazine

Building Readers for Life Conference

Dystinct Magazine

US News and World Report – How kids can get dysgraphia help in school?

US News and World Report – What is dysgraphia?

WFMZ Channel 69 Life Lessons

Parenting Special Needs Magazine

Virtual Education Summit

Podcast appearances

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Bio – Long version and 50-word count

Long version:

Cheri is an international speaker, author, and consultant who trains educators, therapists, and parents to transcend perspectives so they can unleash success for struggling writers and strengthen their social-emotional well-being, and rally classroom engagement. 33% of the population has difficulty writing. Many can read. Dysgraphia, a disability in written expression, encompasses all forms of writing, from those who are learning to adults having trouble at work for ineffective communication skills. Her book, Handwriting Brain-Body DisConnect, has remained in the Top 100 on Amazon since publication in Handwriting Reference and Learning Disabilities. It was also a Top 10 Finalist in the Author Academy Awards in 2019. Although the focus of this book was K-5, it has supported educators across all grades. Being an occupational therapist for 25 years, she has worked in many concentration areas. However, it wasn’t until starting her private practice that she found her passion. She has been an adjunct instructor at Penn State, Alvernia, and Misericordia Universities and has guest lectured at several other colleges. She lives with her husband of 31 years. They have two adult children. She believes that understanding dysgraphia is essential to student success.

50-word count:

Cheri is an international speaker, author, and consultant who trains educators, and therapists to transcend perspectives so they can unleash success for struggling writers and strengthen their social-emotional well-being. She is an occupational therapist and adjunct instructor. She lives with her husband of 31 years. They have two adult children.

Mission Statement

To collaborate with adults to shift mindsets about struggling writers – those just learning to write through adulthood –

1. to strengthen their social-emotional well-being,

2. to help them engage fully in life activities, and

3. to unleash their potential to change future generations through the written word.

Vision

We envision a community of thriving individuals revolutionizing dysgraphia awareness, shifting mindsets, and unleashing success through the written word for future generations.