Educational Consulting Services

Empowering Parents & Students to Navigate the Educational Journey with Confidence

At Light On Anxiety, we understand that every child’s educational journey is unique. Whether your child is struggling with academic challenges, executive functioning difficulties, anxiety, or special education needs, our Educational Consulting Services provide expert guidance and support to help your child thrive in school.

Our goal is to bridge the gap between education and mental health, ensuring that children receive the right accommodations, interventions, and tools to build confidence and achieve success.

Educational Consulting Services are not covered by insurance and are therefore billed as private pay service.

Educational Consulting Services Support

Our Services

1:1 Parent Consultation

• Personalized sessions with our Educational Consultant to develop a plan for your child’s success

• Educating Parents on IEPs (Individualized Education Plans), 504 Plans, and working effectively with school teams

• Strategies to support academic and emotional growth

School Advocacy & Collaboration

• Prepare and support Parents in navigating school meetings, accommodations, and modifications

• Assistance in advocating for your child’s needs with teachers and administrators

• Collaboration with school teams to ensure an integrated approach to learning and mental health

Special Education Guidance

• Assistance with navigating IEPs, 504 Plans, and classroom accommodations

• Educate parents in understanding school policies and parent rights

• Strategies help tailor classroom strategies and learning supports to the child’s specific needs Mentors parents to ensure schools follow through with agreed-upon services and tracks student progress

Executive Functioning Support

• Strategies to improve organization, time management, and study skills

• Tools to boost motivation, focus, and follow-through on assignments

• Support for students struggling with procrastination, perfectionism, and test anxiety

School Anxiety & Avoidance Support

• CBT-based interventions to reduce school-related anxiety

• Practical strategies to increase school engagement and attendance

• Parent coaching on supporting anxious or avoidant behaviors

About our Expert Educational Consultant

At Light On Anxiety, we are proud to have Judy Steven as our dedicated Educational Consultant. Judy provides families with the tools they need for their children’s successful educational journey. With an impressive 30 years of experience in the educational field, Judy possesses rich knowledge in classroom instruction, special education, and academic support strategies.

Passionate about empowering every child to succeed with the right support, Judy firmly believes that school should be a safe, joyful, and confidence-boosting environment for students. She is enthusiastic about working for Light On Anxiety, where she aids families in understanding the educational system and guides children toward achieving their full potential.

Why Choose Light On Anxiety

academic consulting

Additional Resources

How to Know When Does Your Child Need School 504 Plan or IEP?

Every child deserves the opportunity to succeed in school, but sometimes additional support is needed to help them thrive. If your child is struggling academically, emotionally, or socially, you may wonder whether a 504 Plan or an Individualized Education Program (IEP) could provide the necessary accommodations and services. Understanding the differences and how to advocate for your child can be the key to unlocking their potential.

Chicago Public Schools IEP Process

Chicago Public Schools 504 Process

State of Illinois IEP Program

Learn more about how we can create a custom individual treatment plan to fit your goals.

Comprehensive Mental Health Services at Light On Anxiety

Learn more about Light On Anxiety’s unique approach to offering Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Medication Management services, customized to best meet your anxiety treatment needs.

Success Stories

Get Anxiety Fighting Tips
to your Inbox!