About
Guided Growth provides compassionate, expert support to families, educators, and schools navigating the complexities of special education. Founded by Dr. Deborah R. Mitchell, an educator and administrator with more than 30 years of experience in special education, disability services, and instructional leadership, Guided Growth is grounded in deep expertise and a steadfast commitment to student success.
For families, we offer individualized advocacy—clarifying evaluations, preparing for IEP and 504 meetings, ensuring appropriate accommodations, and empowering parents to make informed, confident decisions. Guided Growth also specializes in transition planning for college-bound students, drawing on Dr. Mitchell’s extensive experience as a Disability Services Director at a four-year university. We help students understand accommodation processes, documentation requirements, self-advocacy skills, and the major differences between high school and college support systems.
For schools, teachers, and administrators, Guided Growth provides targeted consulting to strengthen special education practice. This includes support with differentiated instruction, MTSS/RTI implementation, behavior and classroom management, trauma-informed strategies, and building inclusive, accessible environments that meet the needs of diverse learners.
At Guided Growth, we believe every learner deserves a clear, equitable path forward—and we stand beside families and educators with clarity, collaboration, and unwavering commitment to progress.
Meet Our Founder and Understand Our Mission
With a rich background as a Wilson Dyslexia Practitioner and a dedicated special education teacher, our founder has spent years advocating for students with diverse learning needs. Her experience spans resource, inclusion, and self-contained settings, as well as serving as an elementary and middle school administrator. Most recently, she held the position of Disability Services Director at a private university, where she honed her skills in navigating the complexities of special education services and rights. This extensive experience informs our mission at Guided Growth Special Education Advocacy & Consulting, LLC, ensuring that parents receive the guidance they need throughout the referral and placement process.
Guided Growth Special Education Advocacy & Consulting was founded to bring clarity, collaboration, and equity to every student's educational journey. By partnering with educators to improve classroom practices and working alongside parents to understand services, rights, and next steps; we help ensure students receive the meaningful support they need to thrive. Our approach is grounded in expertise, compassion, and solutions. Whether guiding a family through an IEP review or consulting with a school on best practices, our mission remains the same: to build strong connections that lead to lasting achievement for every learner.
Our Services
Basic
Families can use this service to better understand IEPs, 504 Plans, evaluations, or school processes, and to gain practical insight as they navigate next steps. Schools and teachers can access verbal coaching focused on classroom needs, student support, instructional strategies, or problem-solving specific situations.
The Basic Service is ideal for clients seeking professional direction without the need for document review or written recommendations—providing clarity, reassurance, and knowledgeable guidance exactly when it’s needed.
Standard
For students planning their transition to college, the Standard Service also offers a detailed review of disability documentation with written recommendations tailored to higher-education expectations—drawing on extensive experience in university disability services.
For teachers and schools, Guided Growth provides classroom assessment with written feedback and instructional strategies designed to strengthen teaching practices, enhance accessibility, and promote measurable student growth.
Clear guidance. Expert insight. Meaningful progress.
Premium
For schools and educators, the Premium Service offers on-site classroom and instructional support, including observation, coaching, and tailored strategies to enhance student engagement, accessibility, and growth. Premium clients benefit from direct, focused guidance that supports both immediate needs and long-term improvement.
This service is designed for those seeking comprehensive, high-touch expertise—support that stands beside you, advocates with you, and works collaboratively to create meaningful, lasting progress.
Schedule Your Free Consultation
Book a 20-minute consultation with our founder to discuss your child's unique needs and any questions you may have. Together, we will explore the best plan for your family, including a clear overview of our pricing options. Click below to secure your spot on our booking calendar.
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