A special education advocate supports families as they navigate the world of special education. There is no one size fits all when it comes to advocacy work. My goal is to meet families where they are on their journey and to ensure they feel informed, prepared, and confident when making educational decisions for their child.

Surprisingly, there is no mandatory training or certification required to be an advocate. While I have completed multiple advocacy training programs, I also rely on my thirty years of experience as a public school special educator to support my families. Please see my experience and training section for more information.

If your child is struggling academically, socially, behaviorally, or emotionally at school, or if you've been told to "wait and see" but feel something isn't right then it may be time to seek additional guidance. An initial consultation can help determine the best next steps.

The first step is scheduling a complimentary initial consultation. This will give you an opportunity to tell me about your child and your concerns and also give you a chance to learn more about my experience and philosophy.

I work with students across a wide range of ages, from preschool through high school. My experience spans early childhood, elementary, middle school, and high school special education.

Yes. I can attend meetings alongside you to help interpret information, ask questions, advocate for appropriate services and accommodations, and support productive communication with the school team.

I have extensive experience supporting students with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, executive functioning challenges, learning disabilities, dyslexia, developmental delays, emotional disabilities, and other learning and behavioral needs. Please see my experience and training section for more information.

An IEP (Individualized Education Program) provides specialized instruction and services for students who qualify under special education law. A 504 Plan provides accommodations that allow students with disabilities equal access to learning but does not typically include specialized instruction. I help families understand which option may be appropriate for their child.

Absolutely. I can review evaluations, progress reports, IEPs, and other educational records to help you understand what they mean, identify strengths and concerns, and discuss possible recommendations.

Yes. If you are seeking additional information regarding your child’s academic skills or learning style, an academic assessment may be appropriate. I also work with a clinical psychologist to conduct neuropsychological evaluations on children up to age eighteen.

Yes. When appropriate, I collaborate with school teams to support communication, participate in meetings, and help families work toward positive educational outcomes. I also am available to conduct observations on your child in their current placement.

I have been an academic tutor for over twenty-five years. I work with a range of students from first grade to tenth grade in the areas of decoding/encoding, reading fluency, reading comprehension, written language, math and executive functioning skills. Please see my experience and training section for more information.

I primarily work with families throughout Massachusetts. I am happy to meet with families virtually, or in person in my offices.