Expert Guidance for Families Navigating Special Education in Washington State
Dear Parent or Guardian:
Are you concerned about the appropriateness of your child’s education, despite the fact that they have an IEP?
Are you receiving frequent complaints from the school about your child’s behavior?
Is the school frequently asking you to pick your child up early?
We can help.
Navigating the special education system can feel overwhelming—you want what’s best for your child but aren’t always sure where to start or what questions to ask. That’s where we come in.
How does advocacy with us work?
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1: Classroom Observations
A dually-certified Special Education Teacher/BCBA will conduct a structured observation in your child's classroom in order to help identify barriers to your child's IEP and BIP progress.
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2: IEP Meeting Support
After completing an observation in the school setting, your advocate will attend your child's Special Education meetings alongside you in virtually or in-person.
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3: Special Education Expertise
Your advocate will use their expert eye to review your child's records and will assist you with monitoring your child's IEP and BIP progress as needed.
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4: Comprehensive Behavioral and Educational Consultation
Your advocate can work with you to make comprehensive educational and behavioral recommendations that extend beyond the walls of the school.
Contact us today about IEP Advocacy.
Call, text, email or schedule a 30-minute virtual consultation.
e: info@schoolbehavioralconsulting.com
p: 425-312-3696 (text messaging available)
Why Partner with School Behavioral Consulting as Your Non-Attorney Advocate
At School Behavioral Consulting, you’ll work with a team led by a local BCBA and former Special Education teacher who understands how schools operate and what it takes to make meaningful progress. With deep experience in both behavior analysis and special education, we help you gain clarity about your child’s needs, communicate effectively with the IEP team, and feel confident in every step of the process.
You deserve support that’s informed, collaborative, and grounded in real classroom experience. Together, we’ll make sure your child receives the education—and the opportunities—they deserve.
FAQs
My student does not have an IEP, but I suspect they might need one. Can you help me?
Yes. We can assist with cases in which the child is currently undergoing an evaluation for Special Education or whose family suspects a disability and needs help navigating the school system to request a proper evaluation.
How will you advocate for my child?
We take a collaborative approach to advocacy by helping families navigate public education in a non-adversarial way. Our advocates are not lawyers and cannot provide legal advice for due process cases.
What does a typical year of IEP advocacy look like?
This varies based on your needs. Some families just need a second set of eyes on special education paperwork, while others seek a full support system, including on-site student observations and step-by-step IEP guidance. When you start working with us, we will tailor a plan to fit your specific situation.
Do you offer in-home services or take insurance?
No. Allison Mahoney BCBA PLLC only offers IEP advocacy and school consultation services through private pay.
Will you work directly with my child?
No. We will work with YOU, as the parent or guardian, on school-related matters and can provide her professional recommendations related to educational services and supports for your individual child.
Do you take cases outside of Washington state?
Currently, we only provide advocacy services within Washington State. If you're outside the service area, virtual support is available, or travel options can be discussed.
What if I’m not sure I need an advocate yet?
That’s completely okay. We offer a free, no-pressure consultation to help you understand your child’s rights to a free appropriate public education (FAPE). Our goal is to give you clarity and useful information about your child’s school experience. Even if you choose not to move forward with advocacy services, you’ll leave the consultation with valuable insight to support your child.