Bay Area Special Education

students with learning differences, autism spectrum disorder, adhd and other special needs benefit from the personal attention of the best practitioners. often, however, these specialists communicate infrequently with each other about diagnostic information and their method of treatment for the student. this can result in a disorganized, or even counterproductive, treatment plan. as a diagnostician, teacher, consultant, and advocate, i work as a case manager to make sure regular communication occurs among the professionals, school, and especially the family. this allows efficient and effective treatment, saving time and costs for the child and family. my goal is to make sure that a child with special needs learn the skills he or she needs to live the best adult life possible. i define a functional adult life as 1) attending a job or university where they are successful and happy, 2) having mutually supportive social relationships, and 3) living as independently as possible. my practice