Advocacy in Action
Translating clinical complexity into clear, actionable advocacy for families and the courts.
Does the system see the child you love?
Do you need help ensuring your child gets the services they actually need? Are you facing unfair discipline at school? Do you need expertise translating a client’s complex educational and social history?
You don’t have to navigate this maze alone.
Roots in Practice. Results in Action. At Heartwood Family Services we provide the crucial expertise that ensures appropriate services and informed decision making for schools and courts. With a PhD in Early Childhood Education, specialization in Special Education, and over 20 years of experience in education, I advocate with compassion and knowledge to get the results you need. At Heartwood, we advocate for the individual. We advocate for you.
Southeast Michigan Native
Former Teacher & University Faculty
Trauma-Informed Lens
🏡 Family Advocacy
IEP & 504 Plan Development
Disciplinary Hearing Defense
Divorce & Family Transitions
Ensuring the school sees the whole child, not just the behavior.
⚖️ Forensic Consulting
Criminal Mitigation (ACEs & Trauma)
Forensic Educational Record Review
Expert Witness Services
Providing trauma informed, developmental context.
Let’s discuss your case.
Serving Southeast Michigan
heartwoodfamilyservices@heartwoodfamilyservices
248-376-0221
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