Frequently asked Questions

+ What areas do you serve?

It doesn’t matter where you live. If you have questions about IEPs or the IEP process, I have answers.

Because IEPs and special education follow federal laws, Your IEP Source Membership is packed with resources that can help you get your child the help they need. When you join, you get access to our growing training library.

Plus, you’ll get access to me during monthly Office Hours calls! While IEPs are nationwide, each state has specific laws, and the devil is in the details. (I desperately want to make a joke here about “the devil went down to Georgia 🤣”)

I know Georgia regs inside and out like the back of my hand. So, if you need high-touch 1:1 advocacy support and meeting attendance in another state, I can refer you to Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (COPAA) advocates near you.

+ Do you attend IEP, 504, or other school meetings?

Meeting attendance is available with the IEP Problem Resolution service package. Check out the services guide on the Work with Me page of the website for more information.

+ How do I get started with advocacy services?

All the information about our services is on the Work with Me page. Your IEP Source Membership is the first step to working together.

+ How can I find out what it's like to work with you?

We send out regular email newsletters and communication to provide IEP advocacy information and strategies. You can learn about Dr. Brandi’s approach through these communications. You can also read our blog posts and free guides for additional information.

If you’d like to learn even more, Your IEP Source Membership contains over 20 training videos that will help you understand how Dr. Brandi approaches advocacy cases. Inside the membership, you can also join the Office Hours Q&A calls to ask your questions directly. The full list of service options is described in the services guide on the Work with Me page.

+ I’m an agency representative, a clinician, or other professional. How do I refer families to Your IEP Source?

If you are working with families who are feeling frustrated, gaslit, or confused about the IEP or 504 process with the public school system, please feel free to refer them to Your IEP Source.

I have prepared this referral guide to include language and talking points you can use to refer families. This referral guide includes a service summary, referral language including sample email language and talking points, website links, and information about psychological and expert witness services from our partner business, Lightway Psychological Services.

+ How can a special education advocate help?

An IEP advocate can help you in several ways, including providing you with information, helping you to communicate effectively, and helping you to understand the full range of options available to you. I wrote this blog post which shares 7 ways an IEP advocate can help you.

+ Do I pay hourly? Is a retainer fee required?

You do not have to pay a retainer fee for services with Your IEP Source. When you sign up for one of our service packages, you know the price upfront and won’t be surprised by charges for hourly fees. Visit the Work with Me page to download the packages and pricing guide.

+ Are your services covered by my insurance?

Your IEP Source provides special education consulting and advocacy services. We do not provide medical services, so insurance will not pay for or reimburse you for these services as they are not medical.

+ Are you available for workshops, training, or other speaking engagements?

Yes! Dr. Brandi is available for speaking engagements!

Brandi Tanner, Ph.D., NCSP, is on a mission to simplify the special education system and IEP process so every child can access the support they need. With a Master’s Degree in Special Education, a Ph.D. in School Psychology, and decades of experience in schools and private practice, she knows the system inside and out and uses her expertise to foster good working relationships between families and schools. Dr. Brandi provides direct services to families. To increase her impact, she also shares her expertise on stages, including national conferences, specialized workshops, and public seminars—with a single goal in mind: ensuring that parents, clinicians, and educators have the tools to help every child thrive. Access Dr. Brandi’s Speaker Information Sheet here.

+ Do you provide psychological services?

In order to avoid dual relationships, Your IEP Source does not provide psychological services and advocacy services to the same client/student. Dr. Brandi provides consultation about psychological evaluations and issues, including expert witness services through Lightway Psychological Services.

+ I’m a special education advocate who would like to grow my business. Can you help me?

Yes, Dr. Brandi offers special education advocacy business coaching. I can assist advocates at all stages of business, including planning, building, growing, and scaling. We can help you with all areas of your business, including client acquisition, service fulfillment, and back-end operations.