About Master Dyslexia
Transforming learning struggles into life-long talents in Wellington and Kāpiti
Master Dyslexia was created to help neurodivergent learners shift from frustration to mastery. We use the proven Davis Method to help individuals leverage their natural visual-spatial gifts to overcome barriers in reading, focus, math and co-ordination.
Our Core Programmes
For Ages 8+: Our Davis Dyslexia Mastery Programme is our flagship 30-hour intensive for permanent change.
For Ages 5-8: The Davis Foundations for Reading offers a gentle, creative start to literacy.
A Proven Path to Success for Neurodivergent Learners
For over 40 years, the Davis Method has helped thousands of creative thinkers worldwide turn their struggles into strengths.
Unlike traditional tutoring that focuses on "repetition," our approach taps into your natural visual-spatial thinking abilities.
Meet Rachel Barwell
Licensed Davis Dyslexia Facilitator
Kia ora and Hello.
I’m Rachel, and I help creative, bright-minded people in the Wellington region unlock the potential of their amazing brains.
My journey with the Davis Method began with a realization: Dyslexia isn’t a disability; it’s a form of giftedness that simply lacks the right tools for a 2D world.
Having navigated my own path with ADHD and Dyspraxia, I understand deeply what it feels like when your brain works faster than the "system" allows.
With over 30 years in education—working everywhere from government and corporate settings to Wānanga and community literacy—I’ve seen the same pattern everywhere: highly intelligent people held back by "flat" letters on a page.
My Waikanae Studio
I deliver 1-on-1 Davis programmes from my peaceful garden studio in Kāpiti. It’s a dedicated space designed for focus, creativity, and "clay magic."
"I finally have the tools to help neurodivergent learners achieve the success they are capable of, in a way that is fun, tactile, and permanent."
Professional Qualifications:
🔸Licensed Davis Dyslexia Facilitator
🔸Post Graduate Diploma in Adult Education (Literacy and Numeracy)
🔸Diploma in Adult Education and Training
🔸National Certificate in Adult Literacy and Numeracy Education
The Ron Davis Story
The Genius Behind the Method
Ron Davis, the creator of the Davis Method, was once labeled "uneducably mentally retarded."
By discovering how to correct his own perception through 3D clay modeling, his IQ jumped to 167 by age 27.
His journey from severe autism and dyslexia to world-renowned educator is the foundation of everything we do.
Ron Davis Videos
Ron shares his remarkable journey from struggle to success with
dyslexia and autism in these videos
Ron Davis: Unlocking the Power of Dyslexia
Ron Davis: The Importance of Life Concepts for Autism
Ready to see what's possible for your own amazing brain?
Whether you’re curious about a programme for your child or looking for tools for yourself,
I’m here to help you navigate the journey.
Master Dyslexia | Waikanae, Kāpiti Coast
Providing specialist Dyslexia mastery and natural ADHD support across the Wellington Region, including the Kāpiti Coast, Levin, the Hutt Valley, and Wellington City
Professional services described as Davis™, including Davis Mastery for Dyslexia®, Davis™ Symbol Mastery, Davis™ Orientation Counseling, Davis™ Mastery for Attention, Davis™ Mastery for Maths, and Davis™ Foundations for Learning Literacy may only be provided by persons who are trained and licensed as Davis Facilitators or Specialists by Davis Dyslexia Association International.