I'm Kelly!

You know that feeling when you’re sitting in an IEP meeting and everyone’s using acronyms you barely understand? When your stomach is in knots because you’re not sure if what’s being proposed is really what your child needs? When you lie awake wondering if you’re asking for too much or not doing enough?

I see you. You're in exactly the right place, and you're definitely not alone.

Your Story Matters

Over the years, I have worked with so many parents who started exactly where you are now–overwhelmed, anxious, and tired of overthinking every school interaction. Parents who just want the best for their child, but feel lost in a system that sometimes seems designed to confuse.

Why I'm Your Guide

When I was a school-based Speech-Language Pathologist, juggling an outrageously large caseload, something was always missing. I loved the therapy, seeing my students in different contexts throughout the school day, and chatting with teachers about small wins like one of our students with a stutter giving her presentation using her most fluent speech ever.

But it drove me crazy not being able to make those connections with parents. There just wasn’t enough time in the day to connect with the families of each of my 60+ students!

The IEP meetings, though? That’s where we got to connect. I loved watching the relief wash over a mom’s face when we translated a jargon-filled report into plain English. Or seeing a dad’s confidence grow as he realized he could use the same techniques at home that worked in therapy. Those moments when parents lit up, as we shared about their kid’s strengths, and took the time to ask questions about their life at home.

Later in my career, as I moved between schools and districts as an AAC Specialist, with my car becoming a mobile office filled with demo devices and laminated visual supports, I kept noticing the same patterns: When parents and schools weren’t getting along, the student’s progress slowed. But when parents and schools truly understood each other and collaborated effectively, kids thrived. When parents pushed for services, their kids got more support. And when parents didn’t push? Their kids got less.

That's when I knew my real calling wasn't working within the school system—it was working with the school system, on behalf of parents, teaching parents not just what to ask for, but how to partner with their school teams to get it.

I Understand Both Worlds

As a parent of two young kids, I live the daily reality of school drop-offs, soccer field sidelines, mom’s group chats, and PTA meetings. These interactions give me invaluable insight into parents' everyday concerns, frustrations, and hopes. Between my professional experiences and personal life, I have developed a unique ability to understand all perspectives at the IEP table, and keep teams grounded in what really matters: the lived experience of the child.

How I Help

Here's what I've learned: the gap between school systems and parents isn't about lack of caring—it's about translation. Schools have their language, processes, and constraints. Parents have their hopes, worries, and intimate knowledge of their child. Understanding both perspectives is essential to true collaboration.

As your IEP coach, I stand in that middle ground. I speak both "school system" and "parent," and I love helping these two worlds understand each other better. My approach is always collaborative and solution-focused. I'm not here to create adversaries—I'm here to build bridges that get your child what they need.

Together, we'll make sense of the paperwork and figure out your next steps. Instead of feeling stuck or lost in the process, you'll walk into meetings more confident, more prepared, and ready to be the advocate your child deserves.

Ready for Change?

If you're tired of waiting for things to improve or feeling confused about next steps, let's talk. I'd love to hear about your child, your concerns, and how we might make this IEP journey smoother for everyone involved.

Book a free consultation call and let's talk about your situation–what’s working, what’s not, and how we might work together to make things better.