• Interpreting school evaluations and reports

• Identifying strengths, needs, and areas requiring clarification

• Explaining eligibility categories and service recommendations

Helping you understand what to expect

• Reviewing proposed goals, accommodations, and services

• Creating a clear list of questions and priorities

• Attending meetings with you (virtually or in person when available)

• Helping you communicate concerns and requests effectively

• Ensuring discussions remain focused on your child’s needs

• Communicating with teachers, case managers, and related service providers

• Clarifying progress data and service delivery

• Supporting productive, childcentered problemsolving

• Explaining procedural safeguards

• Helping you navigate timelines, evaluations, and reevaluations

• Ensuring you feel informed and empowered throughout the process

Families often share that they feel more confident, prepared, and supported after working together. My approach is:

• Calm and clear — breaking down complex information into understandable steps

• Collaborative — working with families and school teams respectfully and productively

• Childcentered — keeping the focus on what helps your child learn and thrive

• Informed by experience — grounded in years of schoolbased leadership and clinical practice

Advocacy is not about conflict — it’s about clarity, communication, and ensuring your child receives meaningful, appropriate support.

IEP advocacy may be helpful if you:

• Are new to the special education process

• Have concerns about your child’s progress

• Want help understanding evaluation results

• Need support preparing for an upcoming meeting

• Feel unsure whether your child’s current services match their needs

• Want a knowledgeable partner who understands both clinical and school based perspectives

When we work together, you can expect:

• A thorough review of your child’s history and school documents

• Clear explanations without jargon

• A plan tailored to your goals and concerns

• Support that respects your role as your child’s strongest advocate

• Guidance that helps you feel prepared, informed, and confident

You don’t have to navigate the IEP process alone. My goal is to help you feel supported, informed, and empowered — with a partner who understands both the clinical and educational sides of special education.