When I asked Michelle what she finds most rewarding in her work, she told me that it’s when her clients let her know that their sessions are having a real, positive impact on them, or when a client is able to use skills learned in the sessions to aid in their daily life.

The current landscape of disability rights in America reflects a history of incredible progress, championed by individuals with disabilities themselves, as well as present-day challenges posed by recent government layoffs.

An IEP’s purpose is to maintain the right to equal education for all children. It is a plan written in collaboration with the family, school, and outside professionals. It is intended to describe both a child’s performance and their specialized needs in education.