About Mary
A trusted guide for families navigating education.
Educator, advocate, author, and parent of neurodiverse learners — Mary blends decades of experience with a warm, collaborative approach.
Her Story
Two decades guiding families to clarity and confidence.
With 25 years of experience in education, advocacy, and homeschool consulting, I've guided hundreds of families through securing appropriate services, accommodations, and placements for their children.
As an experienced IEP advocate and parent liaison, I cut through the confusion of special education and help families secure the services every child deserves under IDEA. As a homeschool consultant and parent of neurodiverse learners, I help families build joyful, flexible, and effective homeschool environments.
My approach is collaborative but firm — I build bridges with schools while fiercely protecting your child's rights. Families trust me because I balance a child's academic, social, and emotional needs to find solutions that actually work for their unique situation.
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Years in education & advocacy
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Families guided to success
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Amazon bestselling author
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Major media features
Real Results
Alyssa Peterson's homeschool success story.
Alyssa was my client for four years. With a personalized homeschool plan, she earned her high school diploma and Teacher's Assistant certification in 2022 — and now works full-time as a preschool educator, living her lifelong dream of working with children. Her parents, Brenda and Richard Peterson, share the journey in their own words.
Philosophy
"Every child learns differently — and every parent deserves the tools to support that journey."
See How I Can Help
Amazon #1 Bestseller
Take Charge of Your Child's Education
A Parent's Guide to Homeschooling, Learning Differences, and Unlocking Student Success.
Drawing on over 20 years as a teacher, homeschool consultant, and parent of neurodiverse learners, Mary equips families with the inspiration and step-by-step guidance to thrive — whether teaching at home or supplementing traditional schooling.
- ✦Understand and support children with learning differences
- ✦Explore multiple approaches to learning, including homeschooling
- ✦Create a personalized education plan that fosters confidence
- ✦Lead with clarity at home or alongside school
Amazon Review
Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2021 · Format: Kindle
"Great book and resource for a child with learning disabilities. This was very helpful."
— Brenda PetersonRamona, CA
Ready for your next step?
Start with a free 30-minute consultation. Share your child's needs and leave with a clear path forward.