Educational Social Work & Advocacy Services
Supporting Students. Empowering Families. Bridging Education and Mental Health.
Navigating educational challenges can be overwhelming, especially when a child's mental health, developmental needs, or learning differences affect their ability to succeed in school.
At Oakwell Center, we help families better understand their child's needs, navigate educational support systems, and collaborate effectively with schools to promote meaningful educational outcomes.
Drawing on professional experience in school social work, special education evaluations, behavioral health, and student support services, we offer individualized consultation and advocacy for children, adolescents, and their families.
Our Services
Educational Consultation — $185
60-minute consultation focused on understanding a student's academic, social, emotional, or behavioral challenges and identifying appropriate educational resources and next steps.
IEP & 504 Plan Review — $350
Comprehensive review of existing educational plans and relevant records, with individualized written recommendations to help families prepare for discussions with their child's school team. Includes up to two hours of professional time.
Parent Advocacy & Meeting Preparation — $225
90-minute consultation helping parents understand the educational planning process, organize concerns, prepare questions, and communicate effectively with school personnel.
IEP & 504 Meeting Support — $185/hour
Professional consultation and support during educational planning meetings, helping families communicate their concerns, understand recommendations, and participate collaboratively in educational decision-making.
Comprehensive Educational Support Package — $850
Includes up to five hours of individualized educational consultation and advocacy support. Services may include records review, parent consultation, meeting preparation, attendance at one school meeting, and follow-up recommendations.
Additional Educational Consultation — $150/hour
Available for additional records review, professional collaboration, written recommendations, or ongoing educational support.
Areas of Focus
ADHD, autism, and executive functioning challenges
Anxiety, depression, trauma, and school-related stress
Emotional and behavioral regulation
School avoidance and chronic absenteeism
IEP and Section 504 planning
Social communication and interpersonal functioning
Family-school collaboration
Educational transitions and student support planning
Educational advocacy and consultation are distinct from psychotherapy and do not constitute legal representation, independent educational evaluations, or psychological testing. Services do not guarantee eligibility determinations, specific accommodations, or educational outcomes.