I am here to serve you! This is my passion!

Who am I?

In 7th grade, I read Somebody Else's Kids by Torey Hayden, and I never looked back. The way she fought to improve the lives of her students lit something in me that has only grown stronger over the years. Special education—helping others learn, grow, and achieve—isn't just my career. It's rooted in who I am.

I'm a wife and mother of two amazing sons, stepmother to an awesome bonus son, and the proud partner of a husband I've been happily married to since 2008. When I'm not advocating for families, you'll find me reading, singing, or cheering my boys on as they chase the things they love. I bring that same heart to every family I serve—because every child deserves someone in their corner who truly believes in them.

What are my qualifications?

I graduated from TCU in 2002 with my Bachelor of Science in Education, specializing in Special Education. From there, I spent six years teaching PPCD (now ECSE) in Keller ISD and two years teaching LIFE Skills in Garland ISD. In 2010, I made the decision to stay home and raise my family.

I never stopped learning, though. Over the years, I've completed continuing education in Applied Behavior Analysis and a range of special education topics, as well as the Master IEP Coach® program taught by Catherine Whitcher. Once both of my sons were in school, I worked for two years as a Registered Behavior Technician at a local Autism/ABA clinic.

In January 2022, I returned to the classroom as an ECSE teacher in Rockwall ISD. Then, in May 2025—when my youngest entered middle school—I stepped away from teaching to focus on my family and my advocacy work.

Every step of this journey, in the classroom and at home, has shaped how I support the families I work with today.

Why am I here? 

Truthfully, I'm here because I know there's a need. Parents have questions. They feel overwhelmed. And I can see how much they need someone on their side—someone who can help them advocate confidently for their children.

I'm deeply devoted to special education, inclusion, and seeing kids succeed. If I can't be in the classroom, then I want to do everything I can to help children thrive in any way possible. So I asked myself: why not use my passion and experience to help others?

This work is personal for me. Both of my sons have been diagnosed with ADHD and anxiety disorders, so I know the 504 process well—from the parent's side of the table. My youngest was also born with a swallowing disorder, an experience that taught me so much about what it really takes to advocate for your child.

I've lived these challenges, and I'd be honored to walk alongside you through yours. Let me help—please reach out.

 I know the special education process can be intimidating. It truly doesn't need to be!  I was a part of so many successful and collaborative ARD meetings as a teacher. You, your child, the teacher, the therapists, and the administrators are all on a TEAM to help your child be as successful as he/she can be. I want to help you understand the process and find the words YOU need to help your child.