I am a former teacher with Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), a parent of two children with special needs, and an Advocate / Education Consultant in private practice for over 20 years.

I have participated in thousands of Individualized Educational Programs (IEPs) in the Southern California area as well as educational related due process proceedings. I have provided training to regional center staff members and attended IPPs and other informal regional center meetings with clients. I have been a frequent presenter at meetings of professional organizations and parent support groups.

Professional Experience

• Paralegal working with an attorney in due process
• Facilitator with the Autism Support Group in the West San Fernando Valley
• Co-Facilitator for K.E.N. Project Meetings at United Cerebral Palsy
• Professional Advisory Board Member, CHADD of the San Fernando Valley
• Former Teacher – Los Angeles Unified School District
• Featured Speaker at numerous disability related conferences over the past 20 years
• Certification in Negotiations

Education

• B.A. Psychology / UCLA
• State of California (Life)
  • Teaching Credential / UCLA
• Master’s Degree in
  • Educational Psychology / UCLA
• Area of Specialization:
  • Early Childhood and Developmental Studies