Expert guidance for families navigating Special Education
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?
Allison Mahoney BCBA PLLC can help.
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 (call or text)
Why hire Allison Mahoney BCBA PLLC as your non-attorney advocate?
Allison Mahoney, Founder and CEO of Allison Mahoney, BCBA PLLC, leads a team of dedicated professionals with a shared commitment to supporting families navigating the complexities of the special education system. With a background in both special education and behavior analysis, Allison brings over a decade of experience working in public schools throughout the Greater Puget Sound area. Her deep understanding of school systems and commitment to inclusive education shape every aspect of the services her practice provides.
Allison and her team recognize that families are often concerned about their child’s progress in special education but may feel overwhelmed and unsure of what questions to ask. As your IEP advocates, we provide expert guidance to help you understand your child’s unique needs and communicate effectively with the school team. We believe in equity, inclusion, and empowering parents to advocate confidently and productively for their students.
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.