Sometimes as parents we may disagree with our school's IEP evaluation for our child with unique needs. What can we do? Requesting an IEE (Independent Educational Evaluation) is an option. Join us with our guest, special education attorney Matthew Storey, Esq., as he helps to "unmask" IEEs for special needs families. Know your rights and help your child access the education they deserve! ​

Matthew Storey is a special education and civil rights attorney, and owner of the Law Office of Matthew Storey, APC (https://calsped.com/). His practice focuses on representing children with disabilities and their access to education. Matt has represented clients in administrative hearings, the United States District Court, and the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals. After serving in the United States Air Force, he received a B.A. in Political Science and International Relations from the University of California at San Diego and his Juris Doctorate from Thomas Jefferson School of Law.

Crystal Sanford, M.Ed., M.A. CCC-SLP
Crystal Sanford is the owner and director of Sanford Autism Consulting (https://www.sdautismhelp.com​), a consulting practice offering IEP advocacy and parent empowerment classes for fellow special needs families throughout the U.S. Crystal specializes in supporting fellow families impacted by Autism, as well as other unique challenges such as learning disabilities and ADHD. To learn more about IEP assistance and help advocating for the special education your child deserves, contact Crystal at info@sdautismhelp.com.

Want to work with Crystal? Here's how:
Monthly Conference: California Regional Center families can attend our Crystal Clear IEP Conference, offered monthly on Saturdays. Typically there is no cost to families. Please contact your service coordinator to confirm and register by clicking HERE.

1-1 with Crystal: Schedule a strategic IEP Action Planning meeting with Crystal. Bring your top 1-2 IEP concerns and leave with a comprehensive plan for your success! Mention "TSF show" and receive the special guest rate of only $67: Click HERE.

IEP Advocacy: Crystal can serve as your personal powerhouse as an advocate in your IEP meetings. Learn more by clicking HERE.

Angela West-Brown ("Angie B") is an Individualized Education Program Transition Coach, Consultant, Author, special needs sibling, wife, mother of four and an Educational Empowerment Speaker. Her passion for America’s intellectually disabled youth is driven by first-hand experience covered in her book, "Lost and Found" of what happens when effective adult transition planning before high school graduation is not set in place. Lost and Found was written to provide resources, tools and support to help families advocate for their loved ones with special needs, while supporting the entire family in the process.

Crystal Sanford, M.Ed.. M.A. CCC-SLP is the owner and director of Sanford Autism Consulting (https://www.sdautismhelp.com​), a consulting practice offering IEP advocacy and parent empowerment classes for fellow special needs families throughout the U.S. Crystal specializes in supporting fellow families impacted by Autism, as well as other unique challenges such as learning disabilities and ADHD. To learn more about IEP assistance and help advocating for the special education your child deserves, contact Crystal at info@sdautismhelp.com.

Want to schedule a 20-minute FREE consultation with Crystal? Get empowered! ​

Some children with special needs may benefit from medicine as part of the plan to support their mood, sleep, behavior, etc. 

​Learn more from our special guest, Dr. Aneita High, dually certified pediatric and adult psychiatrist.

Autism is now one of the most prevalent diagnosis for children in the US. But, what about 20 years ago, before "Autism was a thing"? 
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Join us with guest J.R. Reed and learn about one mans extraordinary journey with Autism. 

J.R Reed
Is a late-diagnosed autism and neurodiversity self-advocate with Asperger's. He was out of high school for a decade before autism began being diagnosed in children, and, as he likes to say, he, "Grew Up Without a Spectrum To Be On." Now, J.R. advocates for others with autism and developmental disabilities along with his service dog and faithful companion, Tye.

J.R. Reed  preaches Neurodiversity and does it all from a log cabin in the Missouri Ozarks.  J.R. blogs, speaks, and writes on a wide variety of topics affecting adults with developmental disabilities.  He’s spoken to groups, companies and at the Missouri State Capitol.  You can find out more about J.R., see some of his writing, and what he has in the works at NotWeirdJustAutistic.com.
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Crystal Sanford, M.Ed.. M.A. CCC-SLP
Is the owner and director of Sanford Autism Consulting (https://www.sdautismhelp.com​), a consulting practice offering IEP advocacy and parent empowerment classes for fellow special needs families throughout the U.S. Crystal specializes in supporting fellow families impacted by Autism, as well as other unique challenges such as learning disabilities and ADHD. To learn more about IEP assistance and help advocating for the special education your child deserves, contact Crystal at info@sdautismhelp.com.

Want to schedule a 20-minute FREE consultation with Crystal? Get empowered!

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Does your child with special needs have a significantly limited diet? Does your child refuse to eat foods that have color? Do they struggle with constipation? Need help?
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Learn tips from our guest, Autism expert and board certified dietitian, Brittyn Coleman, MS, RDN/LD, CLT (https://www.autismdietitian.com/).

Sometimes as parents we find ourselves in disagreement with our child's IEP Team. What are our options? One option is filing a due process complaint.

Join us with our guest Thomas S. Nelson, Esq. (The Special Education Advocacy & Law Firm of Thomas S. Nelson) as he helps to "unmask" due process for special needs families.
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Know your rights and help your child access the education they deserve. 

Thomas Nelson
As a practicing attorney for more than 35 years. Mr. Nelson has had the privilege of representing countless children with varying educational needs. He is a two-time recipient of the Wiley Manuel award for his cost-free representation of foster children with special needs.

Mr. Nelson is also an active collaborator in the special needs community, and has presented live workshops for advocates and community parent groups such as CHADD, Autism Society, TACA (Talk About Curing Autism), Learning Disabilities Association, Epilepsy Foundation, Spina Bifuda foundation, Down Syndrome Society, Dyslexia Association, San Diego Foster Family Association, Walden Family Services, and the San Diego Volunteer Lawyers Association, among others.
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In the summer 2021, Mr. Nelson will launch his special education rights training website, IEP Solution ( https://www.specialedlaw.us ), whereby he will continue his tradition of helping the special needs community through advocacy training for advocates, parents, professionals and educators.

Crystal Sanford, M.Ed.. M.A. CCC-SLP
The owner and director of Sanford Autism Consulting (https://www.sdautismhelp.com​), a consulting practice offering IEP advocacy and parent empowerment classes for fellow special needs families throughout the U.S. Crystal specializes in supporting fellow families impacted by Autism, as well as other unique challenges such as learning disabilities and ADHD. To learn more about IEP assistance and help advocating for the special education your child deserves, contact Crystal at info@sdautismhelp.com.

Want to schedule a 20-minute FREE consultation with Crystal? Get empowered! ​

Does your child with special needs struggle with health issues? Or, have you considered making a change from a traditional pediatrician?

There are options special families...and there is hope! Learn about pediatric integrative health care from our guests Dr. Bret and Dr. Renee (Pacific Integrative Pediatric Health, mypiph.com).​

Dr. Bret Gerber MD
I came to Integrative Medicine through a long-time commitment to listening and learning from the needs of my patients. I was first introduced to alternative and complementary medical treatments in my undergraduate work at the University of Michigan. I never forgot learning about chi, chakras, yin and yang energy, and meridians. I experienced forms of energy medicine and mind-body medicine first-hand that at the time were just starting to be studied by the scientific method. I continue to seek out these experiences, practice yoga and am mindful of my dosha and food sensitivities.

Dr. Renee PhD, APRN, CPNP
I have been a pediatric nurse practitioner for over 40 years. I am married to a retired Navy Dentist and raised 2 children and have 5 grandchildren. My husband’s career gave me the opportunity to practice in 8 states and live 3 years in the Philippines where I studied the Faith Healers.  This ignited a lifelong passion to learn about the health care practices of other cultures and some of the many places we have traveled include China, Tibet, Singapore, Russia, South Korea, and India where I have lectured and learned. During these years of practice, I specialized in pediatric dermatology and infectious disease in pediatric primary care. I started 3 private practices including one with a midwife providing home births. I have spent the last 30 years practicing in San Diego while I added teaching, research, and academic administration to my experiences.

Crystal Sanford, M.Ed., M.A. CCC-SLP
Crystal is the president and director of Sanford Autism Consulting (https://www.sdautismhelp.com​), a consulting practice offering IEP advocacy and parent empowerment classes for fellow special needs families throughout the U.S. Crystal specializes in supporting families like her own impacted by Autism, as well as other unique challenges such as learning disabilities and ADHD. To learn more about assistance in advocating for the special education your child deserves, contact Crystal at info@sdautismhelp.com.

Want to schedule a 20-minute FREE consultation with Crystal? Get empowered! ​

Kanika McDougall
Kanika is the mom of two teenage boys on the autism spectrum.  She has been working in the accounting field for 20 years and has a Bachelors of Science of Science in Management Science from UC San Diego.  Kanika received her masters degree in Accounting from Florida Atlantic University in 2010.  Kanika has always enjoyed crafting.  As a young girl she learned how to crochet from her grandmother.  In 2019, Krafts by Kanika (@kraftsbykanika on IG, FB, etsy) was created to provide personalized gifts and cards to the community.

Talena Adams
Talena is the mom of two kids, a girl and a younger son who is on the autism spectrum. Talena has been working for a large public accounting firm for the last 10 years in in the Audit, Resource Management field.  She has her MBA in Business Administration from University of Phoenix with an BS in Criminal Justice from San Jose State University.  Talena is also a dance mom  and very active with her daughter's dance studio.  She loves all things Cricut crafting from making t-shirts, cards and anything to brighten up someone's day.  Talena is in the process of starting her new business (T.E.A. Creations). In her free time, she enjoys running and getting outside with her family.

Crystal Sanford, M.Ed., M.A. CCC-SLP
Crystal is the president and director of Sanford Autism Consulting (https://www.sdautismhelp.com​), a consulting practice offering IEP advocacy and parent empowerment classes for fellow special needs families throughout the U.S. Crystal specializes in supporting families like her own impacted by Autism, as well as other unique challenges such as learning disabilities and ADHD. To learn more about assistance in advocating for the special education your child deserves, contact Crystal at info@sdautismhelp.com.

Want to schedule a 20-minute FREE consultation with Crystal? Get empowered! 

Caregivers need to prioritize themselves in order to better support their loved ones. Learn more from our guest Tim James, coach, speaker, author, and raw food chef. Tim sheds light on powerful tips, such as cleaning our air and bodies from toxins to promote better health for special needs caregivers. You won't want to miss this fun and inspiring episode. ​