Best IEP Advocates in California

I hold a Master of Education in Early Childhood Education and a Master of Arts in Human Behavior, with years of experience collaborating with LEAs, service providers, educators, and families. I provide parent advocacy, educational consulting, and support navigating the IEP process. My goal is to empower families with knowledge, confidence, and compassionate guidance while building collaborative relationships that support each child’s unique needs.

I’m April, and I'm totally excited to help you develop a solid action plan for your child!

I grew up in a family of educators, working in every type of school for over 20 years as a school psychologist and elementary school teacher.

My collaborative approach combines special education advocacy with real-world strategies that work.

After writing thousands of reports and just as many IEPs, I developed breakthrough coaching methods, Do It Yourself IEP Workshops, affordable templates, and IEP advocacy services nationwide that get RESULTS.

Learn to advocate the way you've always wanted, NOW. I work both virtually and in person-centered.

As founder of Rise Educational Advocacy and Consulting, I'll help you Build a Better IEP!™️

Next Step Advocacy provides full-service, personalized support to families navigating the IEP, 504 plan, and special education process.

Founded by a former special education teacher with over a decade of experience, we understand how overwhelming and emotional it can be to advocate for your child’s needs. That’s why we partner closely with families to provide expert guidance, compassionate support, and clear communication every step of the way.

Our services include helping families initiate assessments, reviewing documents, developing strategies, and participating directly in IEP and 504 meetings — either virtually or in person. Whether you’re new to the process or seeking stronger outcomes, we’re here to help you feel confident and ensure your child receives the support they deserve.

We work with families both locally and remotely and are committed to helping every child reach their full potential.

Moses KELBATYROV is a special education advocate serving families in California from Sacramento, CA. View their full profile for background, services, and contact options.

I’m a passionate special education advocate with over 20 years of experience supporting students, families, and educators. Since 2003, I’ve worked across preschool to high school, guiding IEP development, facilitating collaborative meetings, and helping teams navigate the special education process. I support families from diverse backgrounds and ensure access to interpreters when needed. My goal is to partner with you in understanding your rights, building strong IEPs, and ensuring every child receives the services they need.

Available weekdays from 4:30–8:00 PM and Saturday mornings by appointment.

I’m a Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP#4660) and parent of two children with disabilities—one with a speech delay, the other autistic. Through my practice, Prepared Parent Advocate, I offer IEP advocacy and preschool evaluations with both professional expertise and lived experience. I’ve worked as a school psychologist for years and specialize in early childhood and collaborative special education support. I understand how confusing and emotional this process can be because I’ve navigated it myself—as both a provider and a parent. My goal is to help families feel empowered, informed, and supported every step of the way.

At the Sanford Autism Advocacy Group (SAAG), we are a small but mighty special education consulting group with an emphasis on Autism and IEPs. Our director, Crystal Sanford, is the parent of an autistic child and has a sibling with developmental disabilities. Crystal is also a Speech-Language Pathologist with over 25 years of practice in Southern CA. We are passionate about empowering families so that neurodivergent children receive the education they deserve.

All of our advocates have professional training as well as lived experience with federal law IDEA and IEPs. We love to come alongside families through strategic parent coaching, IEP document analysis, virtual conferences or trainings (funded by the CA Regional Center), as well as attendance at IEP meetings.

Every team member at SAAG is also either a parent or family member to a child on the autism spectrum, so we "get you because we are you"!

As a Licensed Educational Psychologist and BCBA, I’ve sat at hundreds of IEP tables and worked with families navigating the challenges of evaluations, services, and supports. I understand how overwhelming the system can feel, and my role as a parent advocate is to ensure families never walk that journey alone. I help parents prepare for IEP meetings, review and interpret evaluations, and understand their rights so they can speak up with clarity and confidence. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, empowering families with both knowledge and a voice at the table. Every child deserves to be seen, supported, and given the chance to thrive, and I am committed to helping parents advocate for the services and opportunities their children need.