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I help students and families navigate the college admissions process step-by-step. That includes student self-discovery, building a balanced college list, planning high school courses and activities, guiding essays and applications, and helping students present their best story to colleges.
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School counselors do amazing work, but they often support hundreds of students. An independent adviser works one-on-one with families and can provide more personalized attention throughout the entire process. I complement the school counselor, I don’t replace them.
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Some families prefer help when their student enters 9th grade. This provides the most amount of time to fully explore interests and develop a great plan for the future. Many find the ideal time is sophomore or early junior year, when we can still shape course selection, activities, and the college search. But I also work with seniors who need help with applications and essays.
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Yes. I help students brainstorm ideas, develop their personal story, and revise essays so their authentic voice comes through. The goal isn’t to write the essay for them, it’s to help them tell their story well.
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We look at several factors: academic fit, campus environment, financial considerations, career interests, and where the student will thrive personally. Then we build a balanced list with likely, target, and reach schools. Typically after the campus visists and reflections, student may adjust their list slightly.
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Yes, I help families understand financial aid, merit scholarships, and strategies for finding colleges that are both a good fit and financially realistic.
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No ethical counselor can guarantee admission. What I do is help students present the strongest possible application and build a smart college list. I help drive strategy to improve outcomes and reduce stress.
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I work with a wide range of students from highly selective college applicants to students looking for supportive environments or alternative pathways after high school. I also have experience helping students who learn differently or need extra support finding the right college environment.
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I offer different programs based on the student's grade. See Services for more details.
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I start with an initial, free consultation where we talk about the student’s goals, interests, and timeline. From there I share the service agreement and answer any outstanding questions. Submit the Contact form to receive an email with information on how to schedule the consultation.
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I offer different programs and pricing based on the student's grade. See Services for more details.
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For most students, 8–12 well-chosen schools is a healthy range. The key is a balanced list with a few likely, some good target colleges, and a couple of reaches. I also help students understand how to use Decision Plan to their advantage as well.
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Waiting too long to start and applying to colleges based on prestige rather than fit.
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Focus on strong grades, exploring activities you genuinely enjoy, and developing interests. Colleges care more about depth and authenticity than doing a little bit of everything.