Testimonials

"Ms. James is an engaging, effective, and knowledgeable speaker whose insights would benefit any audience seeking to better understand and support individuals with disabilities and their families. I recommend her without reservation. Her ability to weave personal stories with strategies professionals can use makes her presentations both moving and highly relevant. My undergraduate and graduate students consistently comment on how impactful and memorable her sessions are—both professionally and personally. They note that her openness, honesty, and depth of experience change how they think about working with families of children with special needs." 

 

— Dr. Lynn W., Associate Professor,

Human Development & Family Sciences, University of Delaware

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"These presentations on the journey and experiences of having a child with exceptional and special needs are engaging, stimulating, and so valuable for students pursuing certification/licensing in Special Education, Regular Education, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Pathology, and many other untapped professional preparation programs. Ms. James has the unparalleled perspective of a parent, and what she has to share is extremely important for our students to hear."

 

— Dr. Gary A., Assistant Professor of Education, University of Delaware

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"I highly recommend Karen for presentations during Special Education professional development opportunities, university courses in Special Education, and any opportunity where special education advocacy is needed. Her presentation imparted practical knowledge and emotional awareness to the students in my class. As it is so important for students to build strong, positive relationships with parents when they become teachers or related service providers, Karen provides the information needed to build these positive relationships. Her presentation is extremely engaging and informative. Karen received the highest ratings from all students in a summative survey."

— Ann N., M.Ed., Adjunct Professor, Immaculata University

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"Karen delivered a powerful and deeply moving presentation that resonated strongly with our pediatric nursing audience. By centering Natalie’s story through the Guidebook, she offered a practical, compassionate framework for partnering with families of medically complex children. This was an approach attendees repeatedly described as impactful, meaningful, and immediately applicable to practice."

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— Maura Nitka Nursing of Children Network (NCN) Conference Chair

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"We greatly enjoyed Natalie's Guidebook and think it should be utilized as a template for all patients & families. Recommended partnership with Child Life for creation and integration into standards of care. Wonderful presentation!"

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— Attendee, NCN Conference, Wilmington, DE