SPaN 2014 - 2015 Professional Directory NORTHEAST www.spanmass.org

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P.O. Box 269 Natick, MA 01760
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SPaN 2014 - 2015 Professional Directory
NORTHEAST
Acton
Amesbury
Andover
Arlington
Ashby
Ayer
Bedford
Belmont
Beverly
Boxborough
Boxford
Bradford
Burlington
Cambridge
Carlisle
Chelmsford
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Georgetown
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Groton
Groveland
Hamilton
Haverhill
Hudson
Ipswich
Lawrence
Lexington
Lincoln
Littleton
Lowell
Lynn
Lynnfield
Malden
Manchester-bythe Sea
Marblehead
Marlborough
Maynard
Medford
Melrose
Merrimac
Methuen
Middleton
Nahant
Newbury
Newburyport
Newton
Newton Centre
North Andover
North Reading
Peabody
Pepperell
Reading
Rockport
Rowley
Salem
Salisbury
Saugus
Shirley
Somerville
South Natick
Stoneham
Stow
Swampscott
Tewksbury
Topsfield
Townsend
Tyngsborough
Wakefield
Waltham
Watertown
Wenham
West Newbury
West Newton
Westford
Weston
Wilmington
Winchester
Woburn
Counties: Middlesex, Essex
SPaN advocates, educational consultants and other
professionals are available to work with families,
schools, and individuals. Areas of expertise and fees
will vary since they are determined by individual
advocates, and are not regulated by SPaN. Potential
clients are encouraged to make thoughtful, informed
decisions based on their own needs. The Special Needs
Advocacy Network is not responsible for the
performance of individual advocates or service
providers. View SPaN Ethics and Standards of Practice
All SPaN Member are required to have met 12+ hours of continuing
education training during the year ending July 31, 2014 to be included in this
Professional Directory Listing.
(*) indicates a Span Board of Director
Last Updated:
Autism Spectrum Advocacy
10/24/2014
Phone (508) 625-2209
S.P.A.N Advocate Listing
Stephanie LeBlanc, Cheryl Temple, Debra Wasilauski, M. Ed
PO Box 122
Hopkinton, MA 01748
[email protected]
www.autismspectrumadvocacy.com
Disability Focus:
Phone (508) 625-2209
Fax: (508) 625-2209
Travel Miles: Up to 40 miles
Languages:
English
Autism
Available in these Regions: Boston, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast
Stephanie LeBlanc, Cheryl Temple, Debra Wasilauski, M. Ed. Using our unique group advocacy model,
ASA offers comprehensive special educational advocacy services to children with Autism Spectrum
Disorders. For more information and to contact us, please visit our website.
Phone (781) 209-1166
Fax: (781) 795-1591
Travel Miles: 50+ miles
Languages:
English
James Baron Esq., M. Ed.
Attorney
Law Office of James M. Baron
9 Spring St.
Waltham, MA 02451
[email protected]
www.lawbaron.com
Disability Focus:
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All Disability Categories
Available in these Regions: Boston, Cape and the Islands, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast, West
Special Education Law - Advocacy and counseling through the special education process; BSEA
representation.
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Phone (781) 307-2378
Fax:
Languages:
English
Brooke Bayko
Parent Advocate/Surrogate Parent
23 Hart Place
Woburn, MA 01801
[email protected]
Disability Focus:
All Disability Categories, Autism, Communication, Developmental Delay,
Emotional, Health, Intellectual, Neurological, Physical,
Sensory(Hearing/Vision), Specific Learning Disability
Available in these Regions: Boston, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast, West
I have 2 boys with Autism and they have trained me advocate for them in the public school system. I have
always had a great relationship with my childrens school and both boys receive all services necessary and are
thriving. I took the training through the Federation For Children with Special needs and continue to take
what ever trainings I am lucky enough to be able to attend.
Ashley Berman Esq.
Attorney
Education Consulting, Advocacy & Legal Services, LLC
999 Broadway, Suite 301 Stonehill Corporate Center
Saugus, MA 01906
[email protected]
www.educationandjuvenilelaw.com
Disability Focus:
Phone (781) 231-4332
Fax: (781) 231-3273
Languages:
English
Graduated from Suffolk University Law School in May 2013 and was admitted to the Massachusetts Bar in
November 2013. Ashley interned with both Attorney Kristin Palace and Attorney Jill Updegraph during my
time in law school. I provide legal representation and counseling throughout the entire special education
process.
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Phone (508) 366-6800
Fax: 508-366-2021
Languages:
English
Lyn Billman-Golemme MEd RN MFT MHC CSCS
Billman-Golemme Associates
27 Park Street
Westborough, MA 01581
[email protected]
Disability Focus:
Parent information/options, complex situations, IEP, 504. Test/Evaluation interpretation. High Risk
behavior. All special education needs and ages. FCSN trained
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Elizabeth Bostic
The Parent Coach, LLC
PO Box 245
Reading, MA 01867
[email protected]
www.theparentcoachllc.com
Disability Focus:
Phone (617) 592-3852
Fax: (781) 209-5956
Languages:
English
* President
Available in these Regions: Metrowest, Northeast
Empowering parents through consultation and the facilitation of effective collaboration with special
education professionals. FCSN trained.
Phone (617) 640-1007
Fax: 617-640-1007
Languages:
English
Marilyn Burke Weber
Transition Advocate
Parent Consultant
11 Dartmouth Avenue
Dedham, MA 02026
[email protected]
Disability Focus:
Available in these Regions: Boston, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast, West
Consultation and advocacy 14-22 transition-aged youth. Transition planning for life after high school.
FCSN, Wrightslaw, SEAT Trained; FCSN Trainer Turning 14, FCSN Planning A Life. Massachusetts
Advocates for Children Autism Committee and Transition Committee.
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Phone (617) 719-1510
Fax:
Languages:
Tara Campbell M. Ed.
Labor of Love Advocacy Network
48 Edward Rd
Newton, MA 02465
[email protected]
taracampbelladvocacy.com
Disability Focus:
Available in these Regions: Boston, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast
20 years of experience as a special educator 15 years in a private school for kids with language based
learning disabilities. Professional and collaborative TEAM approach designed to empower families. I am
available for consultations, IEP and educational testing review, team meetings, observations and home
assessments (strategies and suggestions for the carryover of skills from school to home). SPED certified,
Licensed Speech Therapy Assistance, Wilson and LindamoodBell trained and certified.
Phone (508) 835-1188
Fax: (508) 835-1187
Languages:
English
Lynne Carlson-LeFort MBA
Special Education Advocate and Consultant
The Advocate
26 West Boylston St.
West Boylston, MA 01583
[email protected]
Disability Focus:
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Providing special education advocacy and consulting services to families since 1990. FCSN trained.
Experienced, knowledgeable, professional. We service all of Massachusetts. Consultation, TEAM
Meetings, Mediations, Training.
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Phone (978) 686-3212
Fax: 978-975-2537
Languages:
English
Sue Carras-Terzakis
Special Education Advocate
Educational Advocacy Solutions
1 Atwood Lane
Andover, MA 01810
[email protected]
www.educationaladvocacysolutions.com
Disability Focus:
Autism, Communication, Developmental Delay, Emotional, Health,
Intellectual, Neurological, Physical, Specific Learning Disability
Available in these Regions: Northeast
Represent children with special needs by helping their parents navigate the special education process. Over
10 years experience specializing in language based LD's, Autism/PDD-NOS, NLD, ADHD, LD s and
Anxiety Disorders. K-12 and Early Intervetion/turning 3. F CSN trained
Phone (781) 308-4577
Fax: (781) 345-1956
Languages:
English
Laurel Collins M Ed.
Educational Advocate
Special Education Advocacy & Consultation
6 Munroe St.
Woburn, MA 01801
[email protected]
laurelcollins.wordpress.com
Disability Focus:
Autism, Developmental Delay, Emotional
Available in these Regions: Boston, Central, Metrowest, Northeast
High-quality, compassionate educational advocacy w/speciality in negotiation & mediation, since 2006. E.I.
Training Ctr consultant & presenter. Highly skilled in Autism, Early Childhood/turning 3, Elementary &
Middle School & Emotional Disabilities.
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Phone (617) 549-5065
Fax:
Travel Miles:
Languages:
English
Marie Concannon
Parent Consultation - Educational Edvocacy
575 California St.
Newton, MA 02460
[email protected]
Disability Focus:
Emotional, Health, Intellectual, Mental Health, Neurological, Physical,
30 years experience as a Special Educator skilled in the Team process and negotiating for the needs of the
child. Available for consultation regarding the SPED process review of assessments and attendance at IEP,
504, IEE and Team meetings, as well as mediation. Master Degree in Special Education from Lesley
University. FCSN trained.
Phone (978) 395-6000
Fax:
Languages:
English
Betsy Cooke M.Ed. CAS
Advocate4MyChild
15 Brier RdPO Box 776
Gloucester, MA 01930
[email protected]
www.advocate4mychild.com
Disability Focus:
Available in these Regions: Boston, Metrowest, Northeast
Advocate / Educational Consultant in SPED process: Assessments, IEP, 504, IEE, team meetings,
observations. 20+ years certified teacher & certified Reading Specialist, FCSN trained. Will travel 1 hr.
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Phone (617) 548-5025
Fax: (781) 246-9007
Languages:
English
Jody Crowther
JLC Advocacy
6 Perkins
Lynnfield, MA 01940
[email protected]
Disability Focus:
All Disability Categories, Autism
Available in these Regions: Central, Metrowest, Northeast
20+ years experience as a Special Education Consultant and Advocate: Autism/PDD-Nos, ADHD, LD's,
NVLD, Aspergers and Transition. Pre-K - Grade 12. Helping parents navigate the 504/IEP process
successfully. FCSN and SESPP trained.
Phone (617) 489-2745
Fax: 617-489-2745
Languages:
English, Spanish
Noreen Q. Curran
Advocacy Associates
11 Barbara Terrace
Watertown, MA 02472
[email protected]
Disability Focus:
Emotional, Health, Intellectual, Mental Health, Mental Health, Neurological,
Physical, Sensory(Hearing/Vision), Specific Learning Disability
Available in these Regions: Boston, Cape and the Islands, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast
Advocacy:all disabilities. Team meetings, Mediations, Pre-hearing Conferences. Consultations available. 35
years experience. Dispute resolution.
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Phone (617) 926-5916
Fax:
Languages:
English
Ann Davitt BA, M.A., M.Ed.
www.annsadvocacy.webs.com/
66 Duff Street
Watertown, MA 02472
[email protected]
www.annsadvocacy.webs.com
Disability Focus:
All Disability Categories, Autism, Communication, Emotional, Health,
Intellectual, Neurological, Physical, Sensory(Hearing/Vision), Specific
Learning Disability
FCSN trained, 35 years experience; teacher, Special Educator, IEP development, SPED team chairperson.
Specializing in: all LD's, dyslexia and other reading disorders, ADHD, NVLD, Autism spectrum, SID.
Team meetings, mediation. Low fees.
Ruth Diaz, Esq
Attorney
Law Office of Ruth M. Diaz
8 Intervale Rd.
Wellesley, MA 02481
[email protected]
www.ruthdiazlaw.com
Disability Focus:
Phone (781) 772-1273
Fax: (781) 898-3107
Languages:
English, Spanish
* Member-At-Large
Experienced attorney providing high quality legal representation in all stages of the Special Education
process from Team meetings to Bureau of Special Education Appeal hearings on behalf of students (ages
3-21) in all disability categories including Autism, Aspergers Syndrome, Language-Based Learning
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Disorders, Sensory, Neurological, ADHD, Intellectual, Social/Emotional, as well as Transitions, Discipline,
Bullying and Trauma.
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Jennie DunKley
JDK Communications: Special Education Consulting
9 Meetinghouse Lane
South Easton, MA 02375
[email protected]
http://www.jdk-com.com
Disability Focus:
Phone (508) 230-7357
Fax: 508-230-7363
Languages:
English
* Member-At-Large
12+ years results-focused Advocacy & Consulting. SEAT, FCSN & Wrightslaw trained; FCSN Trainer.
Chair Massachusetts SPED Advisory Council.
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Phone (508) 755-4557
Fax: 508-791-5135
Languages:
English
Jayne S. Fisher M.S., M.A.
Special Education Consultant and Advocate
Jayne S. Fisher, M.S., M.A.
124 Newton Avenue North
Worcester, MA 01609
[email protected]
www.jaynefisheradvocate.com
Disability Focus:
Available in these Regions: Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast
I have 30 years experience as a special education consultant and advocate. I partner with parents in their
quest for a meaningful education for their children with disabilities. My practice now includes mentoring for
new and experienced advocates.
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Cheryl Follett
Southeast Advocate Associates, Inc.
4 Carleton Road
Plainville, MA 02762
[email protected]
www.southeastadvocateassociates.com
Disability Focus:
Phone (508) 272-0010
Fax: (774) 827-3010
Languages:
English
* Member-At-Large
30+ yrs. Experience, Comprehensive Advocacy & Consultation, NE states, References on request.
Advocate Trainer and Coach. My experience includes advocating for children with disabilities in thirteen
states simultaneously. I have extensive knowledge of the federal laws and regulations in addition to the MA
state laws and regulations governing Special Education.
Yulika Forman
Autism Advocacy: The Expert Ally
PO Box 719
Brookline, MA 02445
[email protected]
www.theexpertally.com
Disability Focus:
Phone (617) 651-1927
Fax: (617) 299-3714
Languages:
English, Russian
* Member-At-Large
Autism, Communication, Specific Learning Disability
Available in these Regions: Boston, Metrowest, Northeast, West
I specialize in autism and language-based disabilities, also have clients with ADD/ADHD, sensory
processing disorder, developmental delay, depression/anxiety, etc. PhD in child psychology, MA in mental
health and rehabilitation counseling, training in clinical and legal issues related to special education (FCSN
trained).
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Phone (978) 338-6611
Fax: (978) 561-1124
Languages:
English
Laura Gillis Esq.
Law Office of Laura G. Gillis, LLC
27 Main St.
Topsfield, MA 01983
[email protected]
legillislaw.com
Disability Focus:
Attorney & parent of a child diagnosed with Autism. IEP review; TEAM meetings; LD, ASD, Dyslexia,
ADD/ADHD; out of district placements; BSEA hearings and mediation, suspensions/expulsions,
manifestation determination hearings.
Phone (617) 780-7753
Fax:
Languages:
English
Laura Gold
Special Education Attorney/Advocate
Gold Advocacy
54 Longview Rd.
Reading, MA 01867
[email protected]
Disability Focus:
Available in these Regions: Central, Metrowest, Northeast
Attorney (former Prosecutor) and Advocate. FCSN and SESPP trained. Dedicated to offering families
advocacy and legal support in Special Education matters from 504/IEP planning to Out of District
Placements. Juvenile delinquency cases and hearings.
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Phone (978) 456-9356
Fax: 978-456-9356
Languages:
English
Mary W. Grimm
Special Ed Advocate and Consultant
Mary Grimm - Advocacy
PO Box 502
Harvard, MA 01451
[email protected]
Disability Focus:
Available in these Regions: Central, Metrowest, Northeast, West
Special Education consultant/Advocate, former SpEd teacher, Master level, 30+ years experience; ADHD,
Dyslexia (LBLD), NVLD, Asperger's; FCSN * Wright's Law trained.
Susan L. Haberman M. Ed.
Susan L. Haberman, M. Ed.
60 Davidson Road
Framingham, MA 01701
[email protected]
www.slhaberman.com
Disability Focus:
Phone (508) 965-4175
Fax: (508) 405-4544
Languages:
English
* Member-At-Large
Emotional, Health, Neurological, Physical, Sensory(Hearing/Vision), Specific
Learning Disability
Susan is a certified special educator with over 20 years experience teaching in public and private schools.
Shas been in private practice as a consultant for 7 years. Susan has taught and advocated for children with a
range of diagnoses including Learning Disabilities, Mental Health Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders,
ADHD, Intellectual Impairments and other health conditions. Susan offers a range of services including
advocacy, consultation, transition planning and observations.
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Phone (781) 930-3127
Fax:
Languages:
English
Alisa Hall
Sankey Law Offices
25 Braintree Hill Park, Ste 200
Braintree, MA 02184
[email protected]
www.sankeylaw.com
Disability Focus:
Representing parents in all special education matters, including: team meetings, mediation and due process
hearings, out of district placements, school discipline and expulsion hearings and juvenile court cases.
Phone (508) 868-0822
Fax:
Languages:
English
Kathleen A. Hultgren Ed.D.
Educational Consultant/Advocate
KBR Industries Inc.
11 Prouty Lane
Rutland, MA 01543
[email protected]
Disability Focus:
All Disability Categories, Autism, Communication, Communication,
FCSN trained and 12 years as an advocate with 35 years experience in a public school as a classroom
teacher, Speech and Language Therapist, Learning Disability Specialist and a Team Chairperson working
with language based learning disabilities, intellectual/development impairments, ADHD, emotional and
behavioral impairments, Autism, transition and bullying issues. IEP, 504, mediations, discipline, evaluation
interpretations, observations, certified Speech and Language Path, Certified Wilson I
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Phone (781) 329-6874
Fax:
Languages:
English
Lois M. Kraus M.Ed.
Special Education Solutions
371 Mt. Vernon Street
Dedham, MA 02026
[email protected]
www.spedsolutionsma.com
Disability Focus:
Autism, Communication, Developmental Delay, Emotional, Intellectual,
Neurological, Specific Learning Disability
Educ. Advocate & Parent with 15 years’ experience. My mission is to empower parents in understanding the
SPED process & in developing the most appropriate IEP/504 child centered educational plan. I use a
professional and collaborative TEAM approach. I am available for consultations, team meetings, mediations,
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transition planning, observations & evaluations of current & proposed IEP/504 & placements. I have
extensive knowledge with regard to many disabilities specializing in Autism/Asperger.Asperger.
John Krieger M. Ed.
Education Consultant and Advocate
John Krieger, M.ED., Education Consulting and Adovcacy
300 West Main St. Bldg B
Northborough, MA 01532
[email protected]
www.kriegeredconsult.com
Disability Focus:
Phone (413) 522-2908
Fax: (508) 393-4270
Languages:
English
Experienced Educator, Consultant and Advocate: ADHD, Autism, Bullying, Developmental Delay, Learning
Disabilities, Mental Health, Etc…
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Phone (978) 475-4455
Fax:
Languages:
English
Katherine Lamanna
Essex Education
89 North Main St.
Andover, MA 01810
[email protected]
www.essexeducation.com
Disability Focus:
Essex Education is a special education advocacy group that assists families through the entire special
education process. We provide support for families who live in the Merrimack Valley and provide services
from IEP review to preparing for a hearing. Founder Katherine Lamanna is a certified public school teacher
and received a certificate in special education advocacy from the Federation for Children with Special
Needs.
Phone (617) 699-0364
Fax:
Languages:
English
Mary-Beth Landy
Educational Advocate
Special Kids with Needs
67 Prescott St.
Medford, MA 02155
[email protected]
Disability Focus:
Autism, Communication, Developmental Delay, Emotional, Health, Specific
Learning Disability
I have served as a Family Advocate for 9 years. I am the parent of two special needs children. I am
trained by appointed Federation for Children with Special Needs and Wrightslaw, and serve as a state
Special Education Surrogate Parent. I work for FCSN as an Information Specialist, Trainer, and
consultant. I am a Certified Trainer for the National Alliance for Mental Illness of Massachusetts. I
accept credit cards and work with families through a sliding scale for fees.
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Phone (508) 625-2209
Fax: (508) 625-2209
Languages:
English
Stephanie L. LeBlanc
PO Box 122
Hopkinton, MA 01748
[email protected]
www.autismspectrumadvocacy.com
Disability Focus:
Autism
Stephanie LeBlanc, Cheryl Temple, Debra Wasilauski, M. Ed. Using our unique group advocacy model,
ASA offers comprehensive special educational advocacy services to children with Autism Spectrum
Disorders. For more information and to contact us, please visit our website.
Phone (857) 891-3271
Fax:
Languages:
English
Mary Lewis-Pierce
Parent Advocate and Special Education Attorney
61 Walk Hill Street #2
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
[email protected]
lewispierce.org
Disability Focus:
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I am a Special Education Attorney and Advocate. I am a former prosecutor who is now dedicated to serving
families with children with special needs. I have been trained by FCSN, and I am a Special Education
Surrogate Parent. I can help with all stages of the education process from reviewing IEPs, attending Team
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Meetings, to Mediation and Hearings. I will be a zealous advocate for your family.
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Daniel Mikolajewski Jr. Esq.
Attorney
999 Broadway, Suite 301 Stonehill Corporate Center
Saugus, MA 01906
[email protected]
Disability Focus:
Phone (781) 231-4332
Fax: (781) 231-3273
Languages:
English
Specializing in Special Needs Estate Planning including Guardianship, Special Needs Trusts, Health Care
Proxy, & Durable Power of Attorney. In addition he practices Special Education Law, Education Law,
Juvenile Law, Mental Health Law, and Disability Law. Daniel has extensive experience working with
children and adults with moderate to severe special needs.
Phone (978) 969-6281
Fax: (978) 522-8459
Languages:
English
Michelle Moor Esq.
Law Office of Michelle Moor, LLC
PO Box 299
Beverly, MA 01915
[email protected]
www.michellemoor.com
Disability Focus:
My legal practice is devoted entirely to assisting children with special needs receive free appropriate public
educations. I help families with a wide range of legal issues, including establishing eligibility for 504 plans
and IEPs, navigating the Team process successfully, securing an out of district placement when necessary,
transition service planning, as well as with discipline and bullying matters. I also represent clients at
mediations and due process hearings.
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Phone (617) 393-3704
Fax: (617) 393-3704
Languages:
English
Faith Morgan
d/b/a Massachusetts Family and Child
126 Main St. #19
Watertown, MA 02471
[email protected]
www.mafamilyandchild.org
Disability Focus:
Master's Level Special Education Advocate with over 20 years experience in education and advocacy.
Professional, systematic approach to achieving results for your child. FCSN Advocate, MA DESE Surrogate.
FCSN, Wrightslaw, Suffolk Law ALS, COPAA, SPAN.
Tracey Morgan
Advocate for Special Education
A Bright IDEA Advocates
1661 Massachusetts Ave #241
Lexington, MA 02420
[email protected]
www.abrightideaadvocates.com
Disability Focus:
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Phone (781) 734-0419
Fax: (781) 734-0419
Languages:
English
* Member-At-Large
Affordable rates, sliding-scale, call for details. Experience with behavior assessment/modification, out-of
district and residential placements. FCSN & Orton-Gillingham training. 25 years of experience, education,
and training in presentation, negotiation and conflict resolution. Effective and collaborative communication
with school districts, collateral agencies, and insurance companies. COPAA
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Phone (978) 494-0401
Fax:
Languages:
English, Spanish
Scott Nicholas Esq.
The Nicholas Law Office
21 Central Street
Andover, MA 01810
[email protected]
Disability Focus:
A Massachusetts special education attorney, now accepting new clients throughout the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts needing assistance in special education matters including: IEP review, drafting and
negotiation; IEP team meeting attendance; Section 504 plans; mediation and BSEA hearing representation;
out of district placements, and disciplinary proceedings.
James F. O'Donnell M. Ed., JD
Advocacy Alliance of Greater Boston
222 Northampton Street
Boston, MA 02118
[email protected]
2thrive4life.org
Disability Focus:
Phone (617) 266-6807
Fax: (617) 266-6807
Languages:
American Sign
Language/SEE, English
* Member-At-Large
Sensory(Hearing/Vision)
JD, Ms.Ed, Administrator for 7 years Boston, 19 years in disability law or field. Specialty is hearing loss:
hard of hearing, Deaf, oral, signing and those with cochlear implants: also where hearing loss is one of the
disabilities. First consultation is free. Services include as counselor legal representation at IEP meeting level,
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mediation or hearing. My goal is to ensure full services for children with disability and empower parents to
be effective advocates themselves.
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Phone (508) 529-4777
Fax: 508-529-4777
Languages:
English
Debra Pedersen M. Ed.
Special Education Consultant & Advocate
Pedersen Educational Associates, LLC
25 Hopkinton Road
Upton, MA 01568
[email protected]
Disability Focus:
Special Education Consultant/Advocate, Former SpEd teacher, Master Level, 30+ yrs. experience ADHD,
Dyslexia (LBLD), NVLD, Tourette's; FCSN & Wright'sLaw trained.
Phone (781) 930-3127
Fax: (781) 930-3128
Languages:
English
Jeffrey Sankey
Sankey Law Offices, P.C.
25 Braintree Hill Park, Suite 200
Braintree, MA 02184
[email protected]
www.sankeylaw.com
Disability Focus:
Special Education Attorney. Provides legal representation in all special education matters, including team
meetings, settlement conferences and BSEA hearings. Out-of-District Placements. School discipline,
expulsions and manifestation hearings. Bullying and harassment cases. Experienced Juvenile Court
representation.
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Phone (781) 249-9808
Fax:
Languages:
English
Ellen M. Scoggins MBA
EMS Advocacy
PO Box 750100
Arlington, MA 02475
[email protected]
Disability Focus:
Special Education Advocacy & Consultation; Team meetings, IEP's, ASD Specialty, FCSN trained,
Experienced Negotiator
Phone (508) 981-4617
Fax:
Languages:
English
Jonathan P. Smith Ed. D
Educational Consultant/Parent Advocate
38 Prospect St.
Whitinsville, MA 01588
[email protected]
Disability Focus:
Special Education director, teacher, consultant. 35 years experience in all aspects of special education; all
disabilities;behavior/curriculum assessment: IEP/Team meetings; FCSN trained.
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Phone (978) 454-2835
Fax:
Languages:
English
Dena Steiling Advocate
Special Needs Educational Advocate
Dena Steiling Educational Advocacy
68 Moore Street
Chelmsford, MA 01824
[email protected]
Disability Focus:
I have been working as an advocate in private practice since 2003. I received my training through the
Federation for Children with Special Needs. I have a Master's Degree in Special Education. In addition to
SPAN, I am a member of the Asperger's Association of New England and The Council of Parents,
Advocates and Attorneys. I am also a volunteer in The Educational Surrogate Parent Program in
Massachusetts.
Phone (508) 244-7081
Fax: (508) 778-4773
Languages:
English
Elena Stuhl M. Ed.
Special Needs Advocate
Duffy & Associates Advocacy
8 Massachusetts Ave.
West Yarmouth, MA 02673
[email protected]
http://www.duffyspedadvocates.com
Disability Focus:
Health, Intellectual, Neurological, Physical, Sensory(Hearing/Vision), Specific
Learning Disability
TWhat do we do? Duffy and Associates Advocates Inc. provides superior service to the parents of children
with challenges. We may be hired by a parent or guardian, but unlike other advocates, we believe we work
for the child. Our mission is to help children with challenges reach their greatest potential. An advocate
works with the parents, the school, and any other needed outside sources to provide the best possible
opportunities for our precious clients.
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Phone (508) 733-0999
Fax: 508-405-0974
Languages:
American Sign
Language/SEE, English
* Member-At-Large
Margaret Sunners
Special Education Consultant and Advocate
Advocacy Alliance of Metrowest
209 West Central Suite 203
Natick, MA 01760
[email protected]
Disability Focus:
Sensory(Hearing/Vision)
Signing and/or Oral Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, Cochlear advocate, parent/professional resources and training
for groups/individuals
Beth Tremblay Hall
Education Advocate/Paralegal
999 Broadway, Suite 301
Saugus, MA 01906
[email protected]
Disability Focus:
Phone (781) 231-4332
Fax: (781) 231-3273
Languages:
English
* Vice President- Programming
I have enjoyed my role as a professional Educational Advocate for over seven years. Currently serving as the
V.P. of Programming for SPaN, and an active member of COPAA. My training consists of an array of
workshops with experts in related fields, Fundamentals/Suffolk Law School, Wrightslaw, in addition I
studied with two mentors. Services include: IEP/504 development; Care Plan Meetings; Mediation; PQA;
Hearing Prep; Consultation/case review; supported documentation and more. Thank you for your
consideration!
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Phone (781) 631-1074
Fax: (781) 631-1074
Languages:
English
Amy Whipple M.S., CCC-SLP
Amy Whipple - Special Education Advocate, LLC
41 Norman St.
Marblehead, MA 01945
[email protected]
amywhippleadvocate.com
Disability Focus:
After working in the public schools for over 13 years a speech-lanugage pathologist, I began advocating for
children with special needs. I bring a unique experience because of my background. I work collaboratively
with schools and provide insight on how your child's educational needs can be met. I have extensive
knowledge about communication disorders, learning disabilities, reading disorders, intellectual disabilities
and medical diagnoses for all grade levels. FCNS trained, ASHA CEUs.
Phone (781) 449-8367
Fax: 781-444-2268
Languages:
English
Andrea Wizer
Andrea Wizer, Special Education Consultant
7 Emerson Road
Needham, MA 02492
[email protected]
Disability Focus:
Autism, Developmental Delay, Emotional, Health, Neurological, Specific
Learning Disability
30+ years experience working with children and familiesl. Provde special ed consulting, advocacy, and
assessment. M. Ed., Special Ed. FCSN trained.
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Phone (781) 489-2270
Fax: (781) 431-8726
Languages:
Armenian, English
Michael A. Zeytoonian
Dispute Resolution Counsel, LLC
110 Cedar St. Ste. 250
Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
[email protected]
Disability Focus:
I am a lawyer, mediator and ombudsman,. My areas of practice are Special Education, employment,
consumer protection, business and homeowner/contractor law. Our approach is through negotiation focus
on satisfying the needs and interests of our clients and view litigation as a last resortt when no other less
draining process will work.
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