About Dr. Spannagel
Sarah Cain Spannagel, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist in Ohio with a private practice and extensive experience consulting for schools in the Cleveland area. She is a staff psychologist at the Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital and holds faculty positions at Case Western Reserve University across the Departments of Psychological Sciences, Pediatrics, and the Schubert Center for Child Studies.
In this private consultancy role, Dr. Spannagel specializes in guiding families through educational, healthcare, and social/emotional decisions, helping them secure the best resources and support for their children's success. With strong relationships among pediatricians, specialists, and school administrators, she expertly coordinates placements and services tailored to each family's needs.
An active community member, Dr. Spannagel serves on several boards supporting families and children in Cleveland. She enjoys reading, attending sporting events, volunteering, and traveling with her husband, two sons, and two Weimaraners.
How We Support Your Family
Our concierge services include:
Educational Guidance and School Selection
Create recommendations for suitable schools.
Provide guidance and support in preparing applications, touring schools, and attending visit days.
Consulting with the family on the final decision regarding the school or program.
Offering follow-up support after placement to ensure compatibility for your family and child.
Our Simple, Personalized Process
Initial Meeting
Conduct interviews with parents to understand their child's needs, goals, and interests. An optional meet-and-greet with children is also available. Our focus will encompass academic, social, geographic, and financial factors.
Personalized Plan
We will take a holistic and comprehensive approach to assess each child's strengths, needs, passions, and interests to determine the educational settings where they will flourish. We will create a support network that includes your schools, pediatricians, and any specialists your family might need.Together, we can create a tailored plan that supports your family's unique journey.
Guided Support and Follow-up
Ongoing support for families navigating the complexities of education and healthcare in the Cleveland area as you select the right educational and health care teams so they align seamlessly with your family's needs. Dedication to making the process easier and more efficient, allowing you to focus on what truly matters—your child's well-being and development.
Pricing
Dr. Spannagel offers pricing and packages customized to suit your unique needs. She will provide a range of options aimed at delivering exceptional value for your investment. For more information about the pricing and packages, please contact her directly, and she will build the ideal service package for your family.
Client Experiences in their Words
We are beyond grateful for the incredible support we have received from Dr. Spannagel. As a parent, choosing the right school for our children and navigating their needs and personalities was overwhelming, but Dr. Spannagel is calm in a pool of craziness, providing expert guidance.
From day one, Dr. Spannagel helped us identify the best educational environment for our kids, taking into account their unique needs and strengths. She also walked us through important learning concerns, offering practical advice and tools to advocate for my children's success. When it came to screenings, Dr. Spannagel made sure we were on the right track, helping us understand the process and ensuring we didn't miss any crucial steps.
What truly stood out to us was Dr. Spannagel's network of trusted professionals. She referred us to doctors and specialists who were not only knowledgeable but compassionate, and the referrals were instrumental in getting the right support for my children, for school, medical and every reason in between.
Thanks to Dr. Spannagel, we feel more confident and empowered in making decisions that are best for my kids' future. Her expertise, patience, and personalized approach have made a lasting impact on our family, that we will continue to lean on in future decisions and years ahead.
We can't recommend Dr. Spannagel highly enough for any parent seeking guidance in navigating their child's educational journey and well-being.
