Show up in local parent search
Families search by city and state for IEP and 504 help. Your listing appears in those results so they can contact you directly.
Start or grow your special education advocacy practice
Get discovered by parents searching for IEP advocates. Inbound leads land in your portal. From $10/month.
Active advocates on the directory
What we do
Get found by parents searching for IEP advocates
Find Parent Advocates is a directory and lead channel for special education advocates. You get a public listing, inbound parent inquiries, and practice resources. Plans from $10/month. No cut of client fees.
Powering advocates at every stage
Wherever you are in your practice, listing puts you where parents search.
Researching what it takes to help families? See how advocates get discovered, what listing includes, and what parents search for before you commit.
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Get listed where parents search, build a credible profile in minutes, and start receiving your first inquiries. No website or cold outreach required.
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Stay visible beyond referrals, fill gaps between cases with inbound leads, and signal credibility with a verified profile families trust.
Learn moreParents find you through search
We rank on Google. Your profile gets the traffic.
60%
of parent traffic from Google search
33%
of parent traffic from direct visits
Those views become inbound leads
Parents message you from your profile. Leads land in your portal.
2x
inbound leads vs other directories
7%
of profile views become inbound leads
Get your first request in as few as 7 days*
After your profile gets its first view, most advocates hear from a parent within days.
32%
received their first request within 7 days
95%
received their first request within 21 days
*Based on actual user data. Individual results vary.
Why list
How listing grows your practice
We bring parent traffic. You get inbound leads, scheduling options, a public profile, and tools to stay visible between cases.
Get found by parents
Your profile appears when families search by city, state, and IEP topic. Inquiries go to your portal inbox.
Book consultations your way
Add a Calendly, HubSpot, or other booking link to your profile. Or accept consultation requests with no CRM required.
Build your online presence
Set up your profile from the advocate portal in minutes. No developer, HTML, or technical skills required.
Keep 100% of what you earn
Flat monthly fee. No commission on cases you close. You invoice families directly.
Your public profile is your site
Add your photo, background, rates, services, and reviews in one place. You control what parents see.
Bio & background
Photo, intro, education, and certifications.
Location & remote
City, state, service area, and remote availability.
Specialties & services
Topics, age groups, and services you offer.
Rates & availability
Hourly rate, next open slot, and weekly hours.
Parent reviews
Star ratings and testimonials.
And more
Languages, backlinks, and more.
The proven choice for advocates everywhere
11k+
visitors in SY 2026
50
states covered
$10
per month to start
7%
conversion rate
Plans
Which listing is right for you?
Start at $10/month to get discovered, or $20/month for a Pro badge, 17 profile sections, consultation scheduling, and sponsored posts in search.
Basic
$10/month
Get listed where parents search
- Listed in location-based search
- 4 profile sections (hero, about, contact CTA, branding)
- Messages, Contacts, and Reviews portal
- Inquiry form on your public profile
- Active status badge in search
Professional
$20/month
Pro badge, full profile, and scheduling
- Everything in Basic
- Pro verified badge
- 17 profile sections (13 beyond Basic)
- 7 external links (website + social)
- 8 booking integrations or in-house intro calls
- Consultations portal (approve/decline requests)
- Featured testimonials on your profile
- Sponsored posts in Find Advocates search
- Searchable IDEA Part 300 regulations
Pro advocates receive up to 40% more inquiries*
*Compared to Basic listings with incomplete profiles. One consultation can pay for months of listing.
By state
How to start your advocacy business
Business filing, insurance, service agreements, and state special education resources for every state.
Start building credibility where parents search
Your profile is how families vet you before they reach out. Add your photo, services, rates, and reviews so parents see a complete advocate, not just a name in a list.
Get started
FAQ
Common questions from advocates
Clear answers on cost, credentials, profiles, inquiries, and when listing makes sense for your practice.
Exploring advocacy
No federal license is required to practice as a special education advocate or to list on Find Parent Advocates. You describe your own background, training, and experience on your profile. We review listings for completeness and accuracy. We do not certify your qualifications.
Yes. Browse the advocate directory, read state guides on business setup, insurance, and service agreements, and compare Basic and Professional plans. No account is required to explore.
Launching your practice
No. Your public profile is your online presence. Parents find you in location-based search, read your bio, rates, and services, and send inquiries to your advocate portal. Many new advocates start without a separate website.
After your profile is approved, most advocates receive a first inquiry within 7 to 21 days. Results depend on your location, profile completeness, and demand in your area. Complete profiles with a photo, rates, and specialties perform best.
Growing your practice
Referrals come in waves and stay within your network. A listing puts you in front of families who are searching right now and do not know you yet. Most established advocates use referrals and a directory listing together.
Your profile stays in search year-round. Update your availability and active status when you have capacity. Parents in your area can discover you even when your referral pipeline is quiet.
About the platform
Basic is $10 per month. Professional is $20 per month. There is no commission and no per-inquiry fee. You invoice families directly and keep 100% of what you earn.
Professional adds a Pro verified badge, 17 profile sections, 7 external links, 8 booking integrations or in-house intro calls, a Consultations portal, featured testimonials, sponsored posts in Find Advocates search, and searchable IDEA Part 300 regulations. Complete Pro profiles receive up to 40% more inquiries than incomplete Basic listings.
Yes. Plans are month to month with no contract. Cancel from your advocate portal. Your listing stays active through the end of your billing period.
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The Right Questions: What Advocates Should Ask Parents During Intake
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Essential Special Education Laws Every New Advocate Must Know
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