Advocate. Educate. Support.
Meet Me Where I Am
Dedicated to supporting and advocating for individuals with unique challenges and abilities. We create inclusive environments where every learner is understood, supported, and celebrated.
How We Help
Supporting Families & Learners
Whether your child is gifted, has learning differences, ADHD, autism, or simply isn't thriving, we meet you where you are and walk with you every step of the way.
By The Numbers
Students with Disabilities in U.S. Schools
Disability is not rare, and it is not one-dimensional. Every classroom includes students with a wide range of learning, emotional, physical, and developmental needs.
Students Served
Nearly 7.9 million U.S. children ages 3-21 received special education services under IDEA in 2023-24.
In Public Schools
95% of students served under IDEA attend public schools.
Learning Disabilities
32% of students receiving services have a specific learning disability.
Autism Representation
Students with autism now represent 12% of students with disabilities—up from 1.5% in 2000-01.
Over 100,000 students are restrained or secluded in U.S. public schools each year. 80% of students subjected to physical restraint and 77% subjected to seclusion are students with disabilities.
When systems fail to understand behavior, students with disabilities bear the greatest cost.
About Us
Our Mission & Vision
Meet Me Where I Am is committed to building a transformative, inclusive education advocacy network that places integrated behavioral support at the heart of learning.
Through strong advocacy, innovative practices, and collaborative partnerships, we work to ensure individuals with cognitive, physical, and emotional challenges have access to personalized resources that support academic success and holistic well-being.
Guided by a vision of equity and inclusion, we strive to create environments where every learner is understood, supported, and celebrated for their individuality.
Testimonials
What People Say About Us
“Carissa's gentle and patient approach is calming for Lily who has learned to depend on Carissa's wisdom and advice. Even when we are not with Carissa, Lily will say, 'What would Carissa say?' We even joke that we should get 'WWCD' bracelets, or 'What Would Carissa Do?' reminders. Carissa's strength comes from her true passion for the special needs population. She works tirelessly to monitor situations and protect her clients.”
— Anonymous Client Review
“We found Carissa's assistance during a time in which our family was struggling to maintain a healthy relationship with our son's school. Carissa provided a positive and refreshing approach to both holding our son's school accountable while suggesting viable practices to aide in providing our son a successful school atmosphere. I know our son and our family as a whole has greatly benefitted by simply knowing her.”
— Anonymous Client Review
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Join us in creating a more inclusive, compassionate future—one that honors the unique strengths of every individual.
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Share your time and skills to support our programs and initiatives.
Support
Your generosity helps expand our reach and deepen our impact.
Advocate
Raise awareness and stand up for individuals facing barriers.
“A person's a person, no matter how small.”
— Dr. Seuss