Advocacy. Confidence. Knowledge.
Empowering Parents. Transforming Families.
Your Child’s Future Starts Here—And We’re Here to Help.
Practical Guidance. Proven Strategies. Real Support.
Parenting is a journey filled with joy, love, and challenges. When navigating education, behavioral concerns, medical decisions, and long-term planning, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s why Coffee and Kids with Catherine Michael, JD is here—to provide guidance, advocacy tools, and a supportive community that helps you confidently make the best decisions for your child. Unlike a podcast, book, or another website, we offer free classes to parents.
What We Offer:
Parenting & Behavioral Strategies – Practical tools for emotional regulation, behavior management, and child development.
Education & Advocacy Resources – Navigating IEPs, 504 Plans, school accommodations, and college readiness.
College & Career Planning – Preparing students for higher education, employment, and independent living.
Emotional & Mental Health Support – Resources for managing stress, anxiety, and executive function challenges.
Community & Connection – Join a supportive network of parents, educators, and advocates who understand your journey.
Parenting Through Challenges: Strategies for Success
Navigating Education, Parenting & Child Advocacy
Every child deserves the chance to learn, grow, and succeed, but navigating education, parenting, and advocacy can feel overwhelming. From school support and college prep to managing behavior and emotional well-being, the right knowledge makes all the difference.
At Coffee and Kids with Catherine Michael, JD, we provide practical strategies to help families navigate school accommodations, work with educators, address bullying, and support their child’s long-term success. Whether you're dealing with IEPs, 504 Plans, or finding college resources, we offer tools to help you parent with confidence.
Parenting and education go hand in hand. With the right support, you can empower your child to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Raising an Exceptional Child? You’re Not Alone.
Every child has unique strengths and challenges. Whether they are navigating autism, ADHD, dyslexia, cognitive delays, or mental health concerns, the right support can make all the difference.
Parenting an exceptional child takes knowledge, patience, and advocacy—but also a strong support system. At Coffee and Kids with Catherine Michael, JD, we help families access the tools and strategies they need to ensure their child thrives in school and beyond. From educational accommodations to financial aid and college planning, we provide real-world solutions to help parents feel confident in their advocacy efforts.
Raising a child with unique needs comes with challenges, but also moments of growth, joy, and triumph. Our mission is to ensure every family has access to expert guidance, a supportive community, and the resources needed to help their child succeed.
No parent should navigate this journey alone. With the right support, you can be your child’s greatest advocate—helping them reach their full potential in a world that embraces every child’s uniqueness.
It takes Knowledge. And Courage.
Making time to learn what you need to know is the first step.
Our training intensives, monthly 45-minute classes, Coffee & Cocktails events, and expert resources are designed for parents, grandparents, educators, and advocates who want to make a difference in a child’s life. We provide practical, accessible, and budget-friendly tools to help you gain knowledge and put it into action.
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Rise to the Challenge.
Parenting, education, and advocacy come with challenges, but facing them makes you stronger. We're here to equip, support, and empower you—so that one day, you'll look back and see how far you've come. And you won’t have to do it alone—we’re with you every step of the way.
Join us every month for engaging discussions, resources, and strategies to help you navigate parenting, education, disabilities, college planning, behavior, self-care, and advocacy. Our Saturday and Thursday classes provide quick, impactful learning, while our deep-dive seminar intensives explore advanced topics like negotiation, confidence-building, and handling disputes.
For those looking to take their skills further, we offer specialized training for advanced advocates and educators, covering negotiation strategies, advocacy techniques, and leadership in education support. Our mission is to provide knowledge, skills, and a strong community—with a little fun along the way!
Intensives and Seminars.
We offer a variety of workshops, training sessions, and educational intensives throughout the year, open to all—no subscription required.
Our sessions focus on topics such as parenting strategies, education planning, behavior support, and student advocacy. Whether you’re looking to better understand learning plans, navigate school systems, or support a child’s unique needs, these intensives provide practical guidance.
For those looking to expand their skills, we also offer workshops on communication strategies, conflict resolution, and working effectively with schools. Additionally, sessions are available for those interested in advocacy work, including guidance on starting an advocacy practice.
Our Monthly 45-minute Classes
Coffee.
Start your Saturday mornings with a cup of coffee and insightful discussions. Whether you prefer to listen like a podcast, join in on the conversation, or simply absorb information while on a run, these sessions are designed for every kind of learner.
Cocktails.
Our evening sessions offer a more relaxed atmosphere—a time to unwind, learn, and connect. Grab a mocktail, cocktail, or glass of wine and join us for meaningful conversations on parenting, education, behavior, and self-care. Whether you make it a monthly ritual or an occasional night out, we’re happy to have you.
Each month, we bring fresh and informative topics that you can apply in real life. Looking for something more structured? Check out our seminars and intensives for deeper learning.
Social and special events for members.
We believe in learning through community. Our virtual and in-person events provide a space to connect, share resources, and grow together. Subscribers get exclusive access to free events, including virtual gatherings with guest speakers, breakout discussions, in-person picnics, and live seminars. Come learn, connect, and be part of a supportive and empowering community!
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Every day is a chance to guide, uplift, and empower our children. Let’s navigate this journey together, turning small steps into lasting progress.
“Advocating for a child isn’t just about offering support—it’s about embracing the joy of making a lasting impact in their life and creating a better world in the process.”
— Catherine Michael, JD
This intensive training is designed to help those interested in starting and running a professional parent advocacy business. It includes both self-paced classes through Teachable and live courses, and is taught by experienced advocates and an attorney. The training covers a variety of topics, such as how to screen clients, fee agreements for advocates, successful marketing, liability issues, attending IEP meetings and helping parents articulate their needs, avoiding Unauthorized Practice of Law (UPL), complaints and due process, as well as mediation and settlement agreements. This comprehensive training will provide all the necessary tools and knowledge to help participants become successful in the field of parent advocacy.