Dyslexia Specialists of Central Illinois

Dyslexia Specialists of Central Illinois is a literacy therapy company serving individuals with dyslexia and other reading and writing disorders. Based in Central Illinois, the practice offers one-on-one, evidence-based literacy instruction in its office, remotely, or at a child’s school. It also provides comprehensive diagnostic testing to help identify literacy needs. Its approach emphasizes explicit, systematic instruction to support the development of reading and writing skills.

The company was founded by sisters Maggie and Kate, who grew up in Central Illinois and share a commitment to helping children learn to read. Dr. Maggie Block is a certified speech-language pathologist and Orton-Gillingham teacher, an adjunct professor, and a specialist in literacy disorders, executive function, and implementation science. Kate holds a master’s degree in early intervention in deaf education, is LETRS-trained, and works as an instructional coach for reading coaches at the practice. Together, they provide individualized support and aim to make effective literacy instruction accessible to children who need it.