Partnering for Inclusive Change
At D. Reed Coaching, Consulting & Advocacy, LLC, we support educators, school leaders, families, and community organizations in creating equitable, inclusive environments where everyone can thrive. Our personalized, collaborative approach meets you where you are, whether you're strengthening classroom practices, building inclusive school cultures, or advocating for meaningful community change.
Creating Spaces Where Everyone Thrives
We’re committed to building accessible, inclusive, and equitable environments where people of all abilities can succeed.
Our mission is threefold:
– Evaluate systems to identify barriers and opportunities for growth
– Equip educators, leaders, and teams with practical, meaningful tools
– Empower communities to take action and create lasting, positive change
Whether in schools, organizations, or community settings, we partner with you to create ecosystems that support all learners—now and for generations to come.
A Vision for Thriving Communities
We believe everyone deserves the chance to thrive, regardless of ability. We imagine a future where all individuals are supported by inclusive environments, guided by informed and compassionate leaders, and uplifted by strong community partnerships. Through collaboration and a shared commitment to growth, we work toward lasting, meaningful improvement for all.
Client Feedback & Testimonials
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"Dr. Reed's workshop performance was exceptional. She truly understands what eduators need and you can feel her passion as she speaks"
-Anonymous client, Campus Principal
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“It meant so much that she [Dr. Reed] took the time to explain everything I need to know about my son's 504 services. She explained the process and laws in a way that helped me better advocate on my son's behalf.”
-Jami N., Parent
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“The professional development was so empowering! Dr. Reed emphasized how valuable we are as paraprofessionals and empowered me to feel more confident collecting student progress data.”
-Helen F., High School Special Education Paraprofessional
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“Dr. Reed ‘s guidance and advocacy for my child helped us finally get connected with community resources. She truly listened to us, explained each step of what we needed to do, and stood by us through it all. Thank you so much, Dr. Reed!”
Advocacy parent client
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“I really enjoyed Dr. Reed and her professional development session for Special Education teachers. Her approach to developing better systems and routines for teachers, paraprofessionals, and leaders is nothing like the typical ‘sit and get’ trainings I have received in the past. She understands what we need because she has been in our shoes and knows what truly works to make the data collection and reporting part of the SPED teacher’s job easier and better. She just GETS it!”
-L. Tagen, Resource Teacher
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"Mrs. Reed was my son's Transition teacher his final year in high school. He had been applying for a job since he turned 16 but had never gotten a call for an interview. Within the first month as his teacher she walked him through his first interview and he was hired! She texted me even after she was no longer his teacher to check on him. Recently, he purchased is first car with his own money! Her compassion and understanding of what a kid like my son needs changed his life. Before her he never thought any job would hire him. Now he KNOWS he can do it. Everyone remembers that special teacher that makes a difference in your life. Mrs. Reed was Nick's!
J. Beckwith Millsap, 18+ Transition parent
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"It was truly a pleasure to hear Dr. Reed speak at our school district's pre-planning professional development session. She truly has a wealth of knowledge in her field and is able to easily translate her knowledge to an audience in a way that is easy to understand. So much of what Dr. Reed spoke about resonated with me not only as a Professional School Counselor but also as an LPC. It is so critical that we as school counselors understand the effects of trauma and brain functioning in the work we do with youth and are able to easily apply it using the strategies that Dr. Reed explored and reviewed in our session. Dr. Reed is professional, skilled, and poised, and yet still keeps the attention of the audience by infusing humor, enthusiasm, and a sense of connectedness in her presentation. I would highly recommend Dr. Reed for your next workshop and or speaking engagement."
Larri R., School Counselor
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Did You Know?
More than 6.9 million siblings in the U.S. have a brother or sister with a disability, but their stories are rarely shared. Inspired by Dr. Reed’s TEDx talk and her experiences as a sibling-caregiver, her new book, In The Long Run: Sibling Caregivers and the Complex Journey to Adulthood, highlights these voices, explores family relationships, and offers guidance for the challenging journey to adulthood and lifelong caregiving.
If you're a sibling interested in contributing to this work, click the button below to share your story today.