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Master IEP Coach & Special Needs Advocate
Together, we'll replace confusion with clarity and create safe, supportive spaces where every child can heal, learn, and belong — at school and at church.
How Anna Can Help
Whether you're navigating the IEP maze at school or trying to build a church community that truly includes every family — Anna meets you where you are and walks you through it step by step.
Start with a Free ConsultYour child deserves an education plan that works. Anna helps adoptive, foster, and special needs parents understand the IEP process, advocate boldly, and ensure nothing falls through the cracks — all 50 states, virtual or in-person.
Parent Services →No family should have to choose between their faith and their child's needs. Anna helps churches build thriving special needs ministries through volunteer training, inclusive spaces, and ongoing coaching.
Church Services →The Framework
Step One
We don't just fix surface symptoms. Together, we identify what's truly blocking your child's progress — whether it's trauma, unaddressed sensory needs, or communication breakdowns with the school.
Step Two
Learn to advocate confidently and collaboratively. Anna helps you explore every avenue to provide a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) that truly serves your child — backed by the law.
Step Three
An IEP is only as good as its implementation. We make sure every detail is followed, every goal is meaningful, and every strategy passes the "stranger test" — clear enough for anyone to understand.
About Anna
As an adoptive, special needs mom, I've sat across the IEP table as a parent — confused, overwhelmed, and fighting to be heard. That experience became my calling.
I transitioned from concerned parent to certified advocate, earning my Master IEP Coach® credential and Trauma Trained Specialist designation so I could help other families navigate the same challenges with confidence and clarity.
I also serve as a Special Needs Church Consultant — because I believe that faith communities should be the most welcoming places on earth for families affected by disability.
My services are available nationwide virtually, and in-person in Metro Detroit.
What Parents Say
"Anna took a complex situation with the school district and broke it down for us, leading us step by step to resolution. She has expertise about the system and rules and can help guide you in conversations so that your children will get equal opportunity and all they deserve."Meg Adoptive Mother
"She will guide you with her understanding of IEP processes and help you navigate uncomfortable situations with your child's school with boldness and wisdom. She is a champion for our precious kids with learning differences."Kelly Adoptive Parent
"Anna is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to navigating the IEP process. She has been an invaluable resource for our family."Adam Foster and Adoptive Parent
"I feel confident and prepared going into each meeting thanks to her... specifically knowledgeable in sensory issues. I can't recommend Anna enough — she's been a lifeline for our family."Cara Adoptive Mom of 2
"From providing me talking points with teachers and caregivers to giving me ideas on what I can do at home... she never misses the mark. Working with Anna has transformed how I advocate for my kids."Shannon Mom of 8-Year-Old Twins
"Anna helped us to finally get the school to evaluate our foster daughter for an IEP, after two requests were denied. She knew exactly what to say and how to say it. I'm so grateful."Lauren Foster Mom
Free Resource
Get "7 Ways to Support Healing at School" sent straight to your inbox — because healing is just as important as learning. This free guide covers exactly how to ensure trauma is addressed in your child's IEP.
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For Churches & Ministry Leaders
No family should have to choose between their faith and their child's needs. Anna helps churches build thriving special needs ministries — all denominations, all sizes, from scratch or from an existing foundation.
Imagine this
Parents of children with special needs no longer choosing between attending church or staying home because their child can't handle the environment.
Imagine this
Your ministry team confidently serving children with disabilities, knowing exactly how to support each child's unique needs and create meaningful connections.
Imagine this
Your congregation truly reflecting the body of Christ — where every member is valued, included, and able to participate and use their gifts.
Comprehensive evaluation of your current special needs ministry or readiness to start one. We'll map gaps and opportunities together.
Equip your team with practical skills for serving children with autism, ADHD, sensory needs, trauma, and more.
Create sensory-friendly environments that help children feel safe and regulated — so they can actually engage and worship.
Develop systems to welcome, support, and retain families affected by disability — including follow-up and care structures.
Design worship, curriculum, and activities that work for all abilities — without singling anyone out or lowering the bar.
Monthly support to troubleshoot challenges, celebrate wins, and ensure your ministry thrives and grows sustainably long-term.
"The body of Christ is not complete when members are missing. Your church needs families affected by disability — and they need you."
— Anna Buerky
Schedule a Church ConsultationCommon Questions
Still wondering if Anna can help in your specific situation? These are the questions she hears most.
Yes — most IEP law is federal (IDEA) and applies nationwide. Anna works with families virtually across all 50 states. She also offers in-person services in the Metro Detroit area.
Yes! Anna can attend IEP meetings to support your voice — not to replace it. She's there to help you feel confident, ask the right questions, and ensure nothing is overlooked.
Anna is not a lawyer and does not give legal advice. However, she uses the foundation of the law (IDEA, FAPE, etc.) to support your advocacy, IEP requests, and negotiations with the school district.
Anna can help you request an evaluation and navigate the process from the very beginning — including what to do if the school denies your request (as happened with one of her clients who eventually got an IEP for her foster daughter).
Yes! The principles of inclusion and accessibility apply universally. Anna works with churches of all denominations and sizes, adapting her approach to honor each congregation's unique theology and culture.
Ready to Start?
A free 30-minute consultation — no pressure, no obligation. Just an honest conversation about your child's situation and how Anna can help.
