Educational Advocacy

Providing Clarity, Confidence, and Compassion

How Advocacy Services Work at Marsell 

We understand that advocating for a child’s educational needs, especially when mental health or behavioral concerns are involved, can be confusing and emotionally overwhelming. That’s why our Educational Advocacy services are built to guide families through this process with expert support, clinical insight, and deep compassion. With our team by your side, you're not navigating this alone. Whether you're attending a first-time eligibility meeting or trying to resolve ongoing issues with your school district, Marsell helps you create a strategic plan for getting the right support, accommodations, and resources your child needs to succeed in both school and life.

Our Comprehensive Services

Clear Support for Complex Systems

Every student needs something different to be successful in the classroom. It can be a challenge not only figuring out what those needs are, but then being able to get them. That’s why our Educational Advocacy services are all-encompassing for every step in the process, from clinical assessments and diagnoses to representation in school-based meetings.

• Helping Parents Navigate the Process

  From the first concern to the final plan, we guide families through the full special education process—translating school language, laws, and steps into something clear, manageable, and actionable.

• Helping Create and Implement a Plan

  We collaborate with families and school teams to design and implement effective IEPs, 504 plans, and behavior support strategies that work in the classroom and at home.

• Preparing for and Attending Meetings

  You won’t have to face these meetings alone. We help you prepare talking points, clarify your goals, and attend meetings with you as a supportive, professional advocate.

• Resolving Disputes with the School

  If communication with school staff becomes strained, we can step in. Our advocates help mediate conflicts, request re-evaluations, and ensure that your voice is heard—and respected.

• Interpreting Evaluations

  Psychological and educational evaluations can be overwhelming to read and understand. Our team breaks them down in plain language and connects the findings to actionable recommendations.

• Assisting with Application Processes

  From documentation to deadlines, we guide families through complex applications—reducing stress and increasing access to services.

We're with you, every step of the way

What You'll Need to Get Started

• 1.

  Schedule an Initial Consultation

  We start with a personal conversation to understand your concerns, goals, and what's currently happening at school.

• 2.

  Record and Review Existing Documents

  We gather and review all relevant documents, such as evaluations, school communications, IEPs, or progress reports, to understand your student’s current situation.

• 3.

  Conduct or Review Assessments

  If needed, our licensed clinicians provide evidence-based testing to identify learning or mental health concerns and create a strong foundation for advocacy.

• 4.

  Create a Personalized Advocacy Plan

  Together, we develop a roadmap for advocacy—whether it's preparing for a meeting, filing a complaint, or requesting specific services.

• 5.

  Prepare, Attend, and Support School Meetings

  We support you before and during school meetings, helping you articulate your concerns and ensuring your child’s needs are clearly represented.

• 6.

  Ongoing Monitoring and Adjustment

  We stay connected after the meeting, ensuring that agreed-upon supports are delivered and remain effective as your child grows and changes.