You Don't Have to Navigate Special Education Alone.

Your Child Is More Than a Diagnosis or their classom behavior.

Advocacy support that recognizes strengths, honors lived experiences, and helps families move forward with confidence.

You’ve asked the questions. You’ve done the evaluations. You’ve brought your concerns to the table—again and again.

And yet… your child is still struggling.
The school’s version of what’s “working” doesn’t match what’s happening at home.


You’re overwhelmed. Exhausted.
And wondering if anyone is actually seeing what you see

YOUR CHILD’s SPECIAL EDUCATION RIGHTS ARE MY FIRST PRIORITY!

Free Appropriate Public Education, Least Restrictive Environment and Child Find obligations are NOT OPTIONAL!

You don’t have to do this alone or have to choose between silence and escalation.

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What Michelle Offers

Special Education Advocacy Support

Ongoing guidance for families navigating IEPs, 504 Plans, evaluations, behavior concerns, discipline, and school communication. Support may include record review, meeting preparation, written advocacy, strategy development, and optional meeting attendance.

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Focused Meeting Services

Targeted support when you need help with one specific issue without committing to ongoing advocacy. Options include educational record review, conflict-resolution and mediation preparation, FBA and BIP review, MDR support, and IEP meeting attendance.

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Transition Parent and Student Coaching

Individualized, non-clinical support focused on executive functioning, sensory processing, emotional regulation, communication, and understanding how Autism, ADHD, Sensory Processing, etc, affects everyday life. Coaching is available for individuals and families from ages 3–26.

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School & District Consulting

Educational consultation for districts and school teams seeking support with complex student needs, team alignment, and special education processes. Services include conflict resolution support, IEP development facilitation, meeting support, professional development, customized resources, and implementation guidance. Districts may also access the Stimulation Profile System, staff training, and ongoing fidelity coaching.

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Let’s Work Together

There’s always a next step, even when it feels like you’ve run out of options. We’ll find it together.

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Meet Michelle Velazquez,

Special Education Consultant | Master IEP Coach® | Certified Neurodiversity Coach

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I have the privilege of supporting families across the country by combining expertise in neurodiversity, special education compliance, IEP development, and the day-to-day realities of today's classrooms. That perspective allows me to bridge the gap between educational law within my scope and practical solutions that help students succeed.

My professional training includes certifications as both a Master IEP Coach® and a Certified Neurodiversity Coach, along with ongoing collaboration with advocates, service providers, educators, school leaders, and parents. This combination of expertise allows me to approach each situation with both a systems perspective and an understanding of the unique needs of neurodivergent learners.

Special education is about more than knowing the law. It requires understanding how to navigate complex situations, communicate effectively with school professionals, and move conversations forward to secure the support and services every student deserves.

Master IEP Coach Directory Listing

Influential Women Recognition

Neurodiversity Coach Certification

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