Eric and the team at Matter are phenomenal partners in education! Both of our children have…read morebenefited from Eric's tutoring practice. Matter helped our younger one with ISEE prep and math for middle school and helped our older one with AP exam prep and math for high school. What we value most about Eric is that he takes a very personalized approach to tutoring. He recognizes that each student has different needs and learning styles, so he works very hard to make sure the tutor is the right fit. If the fit isn't right the first time, he's quick to make adjustments. He checks in frequently throughout the school year and always makes himself available to provide advice to parents. His experience is second to none. All the tutors at Matter that we've worked with are excellent. They're good people and they genuinely care about learning. They make sure students truly understand the fundamental building blocks of a subject and provide thoughtful test-taking advice. Importantly, Eric and the tutors encourage healthy learning and make their sessions tailored, engaging, and collaborative (not stressful). We are so grateful to Eric and the tutors at Matter!

After trying a few different tutoring options, we were looking for something more thoughtful and…read moretailored to our son's specific academic goals. He needed support in both math and writing, along with some longer-term guidance around test prep, and the white glove service we have received from Matter has been exactly what we were hoping for. Eric took the time upfront to really understand where our son was academically, where he was struggling, and what we wanted to accomplish over the next several months. He paired our son with a tutor who has been an excellent fit, not just in terms of subject expertise, but also in how she connects with our son and keeps him engaged. We have already seen measurable progress in both his confidence and performance in school. He is more organized in how he approaches assignments, more thoughtful in his writing, and less anxious around testing. Our overall experience with Matter has been very professional and well managed. Communication is clear, scheduling is easy, and there is a level of consistency and integrity that we did not get with other tutoring companies we have tried.

What I can say about the educational specialist that my daughter has been going to for a few months…read morenow... Stacy is truly one of a kind. She has an incredible ability to connect with children, build their confidence, and motivate them in ways that seem effortless. Her patience, kindness, and genuine care for each child shine through in everything she does. We've seen tremendous growth, not only academically but also in confidence and enthusiasm for learning. Stacy creates a supportive environment where children feel successful and encouraged every step of the way. The entire practice is professional, welcoming, and deeply invested in helping children thrive. We are so grateful to have found Stacy and cannot recommend her highly enough.

Ashley was amazing in helping me find the perfect Ed therapist for my child and working with them…read morehas been so helpful and smooth and truly helped my child's performance. Thank you!

Rachel's been great at helping our son get better at school. Her experience is evident and I'm…read morehappy to say, can be quantified in results -- as our son's GPA shot up once they started working together. She helped him get organized, accountable and taught him how to pick his spots when it came to approaching teachers with the right questions at the right times. I also appreciate her tough-love style, which seems to keep him working hard. Would not hesitate to recommend Rachel to anyone who's in the same boat!

I'm one of the rarer adult clients for Kapp Educational Therapy, and I would strongly recommend it…read morefor anyone struggling with executive function or ADD as an adult. I've been unsuccessfully trying to write a novel for years - and made more progress in the first month with Rachel than I made in years trying on my own. She really helped me learn how to structure my time and self-motivate towards goals that always felt unreachable in the past. I was nervous to approach Kapp at first due to their core clientele being children, but they were more than happy to have an adult client - in fact, they said that working with adults is often easier as we come into the program already motivated to improve. If anyone else is undecided about approaching as an adult client, you definitely should!

What an incredible advocate Ms. McClain is! I highly recommend her kind, knowledgeable support!read more

Kim McClain has been Godsend to our family. She is…read moreprofessional and embodies every quality that a parent would wish for in someone advocating for their child. She is extremely knowledgeable, very attentive to details, and has my child's best interest in mind. She is very clear and straightforward in representing the needs of our child at our IEP meetings. I had previously hired an attorney as we have been on a very long, difficult, and stressful journey with our School district not willing to provide the services that my daughter desperately needs. I was feeling hopeless, defeated, and overwhelmed. She gave me the strength and support I needed to keep fighting. She was able to accomplish more than what our attorney could. The great thing about Kim is that she was not only superb in meetings while advocating for our daughter and our family, she also educated us providing a range of options for the future. Kim is a valuable asset to have on your side in a very complicated legal area. I highly recommend her. Thank you Kim!

As a therapist, I work with many families who feel overwhelmed navigating the school system. It…read moreoften shows up as anxiety, frustration, and even self-doubt, parents wondering if they're missing something or not advocating "correctly." Most just aren't given clear guidance on what to ask for or what their child is actually entitled to. What stands out to me about Rise is how parents are supported in really understanding what's happening and how to advocate in a way that feels realistic and manageable. Having a clear plan and next steps takes a process that can feel chaotic and makes it more actionable. Another strength working with Rise is that April has firsthand experience working within the school system, meaning she understands how things actually function behind the scenes and can guide families in a way that's well-informed and practical. If you're feeling stuck or unsure where to begin with the IEP and 504 process, Rise provides the kind of support that can help you feel more confident and less alone in navigating it.

We came to Rise Educational Advocacy after a difficult IEP process and weren't sure where to turn…read morenext. April's file review was thorough and genuinely eye-opening, she helped us understand exactly where the IEP fell short and what questions we should be asking. She was warm, knowledgeable, and never made us feel rushed or judged for not knowing the system. Her insights gave us the clarity and confidence to take the next step in advocating for our family. We'd recommend Rise to any family navigating special education and feeling overwhelmed.

Eryn from Advocate to Educate has been such a gift to our family. After working with a previous…read moreadvocate who wasn't helpful or supportive, finding Eryn was like a breath of fresh air. She is everything you hope for in an advocate--caring, dedicated, and truly invested in helping kids succeed. From the start, Eryn made a real connection with both my daughter and me. She took the time to get to know us, to listen, and to understand my daughter's unique needs. What touched me the most is how much she genuinely cares--not just about the process, but about my daughter's growth, confidence, and future. Having Eryn by our side has made all the difference. She's not only knowledgeable and effective, but she brings so much heart into her work. I'm beyond grateful for her support and would wholeheartedly recommend her to any family looking for an advocate who will truly be there for them.

Advocate to Educate was a great resource in navigating the IEP system with our son. He was not…read moregetting what he needed and Eryn coached me to call for an emergency IEP meeting to address concerns. With her guidance, I was able to see what was and wasn't working at that time. Having a special needs child can be so difficult when school starts, there is no manual and as a parent I'm always wondering if I'm making the right choices for my son. Eryn was incredible with helping me see what needs weren't being met and what I needed to focus on and a crucial time in his developing education. I highly recommend!

My high school son has been working with Chloe since Jan. 2018, dealing primarily with language and…read moreexecutive functioning skills. She has been a critical component to my son's academic progress and self-confidence. Her knowledge and experience has also helped us to finesse IEP goals to better suit his challenges. Although she has relocated, we have been able to continue sessions through Skype that are still equally effective. I can tell Chloe really cares about my son and goes the extra mile to best serve his needs. Expertise and compassion make Chloe an incredible asset to my son's team. I highly recommend her!

Words cannot express how grateful I am to Chloe and Molly. I initially met Chloe because she was in…read morecharge of conducting an Independent Evaluation for my son via LBUSD. Chloe was always responsive and really pushed for the evaluation to be reviewed in its entirety. During my son's IEP meeting, Chloe stood-up for my son in a way that brought tears to my eyes. It is rare to find people who are as dedicated to their profession, but that also genuinely care about the population that they serve. Because of her dedication and support during the IEP process, I decided to have my son attend speech therapy with Language and Literacy Group--even though we live far away, and our insurance does not cover these services. In the 3.5 months that my son has been attending therapy with Chloe and Molly, he has made noticeable progress in the way he expresses himself and his desire to communicate more with peers and his family. I will forever be grateful for their support and for being a part of my son's development and growth.

Very understanding of children takes time for them to learn. I do like his patience and teaching…read moreskills with the children

So happy I found Jason. He has been a godsend. He's very patient and understanding of my son. He's…read moresuper reliable and I really appreciate that. My son looks forward to his visits which says a-lot. Highly recommend.