College Counseling


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College Counseling Services

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College Counseling Services

Graduating from high school is not an end, but the beginning of the next step in your life’s journey. If college is in your future, applying to college shouldn’t be confusing or stressful. Every student has a unique story, and identifying the most promising path for your future starts with thoughtful self-reflection to discover where you will be most successful. Contact me to learn more about how I can help you with your post-secondary plans:

Identifying Career and/or College Major Options
  • Personality assessment
  • Career exploration/Post-secondary options
  • Connection to potential college majors
Assessment of Academic Record & Extracurricular Activities
  • Recommendations to enhance coursework, & identify activities that fit your talents & interests
  • Standardized Testing Advice
    • SAT vs. ACT
    • Test preparation resources
    • Whether to submit scores … or not
College List
  • Surveys to determine college fit factors
  • College search & research
  • Local or on-campus information session recommendations
  • Virtual tours or in-person campus visits recommendations
  • Apply early, or not?
Application Personal Statements/Essays
  • Coaching on topics & structure, and strategies to develop your voice
Student Websites
  • Personalized websites to showcase student talent (athletics, arts)
  • Contact me to see examples
College Applications
  • Creating a compelling resume, brag sheet, &/or application activities lists
  • Assistance with teacher & counselor letter of recommendation questionnaires
  • Organizational strategies; Assistance with keeping track of college application timelines
College Interview Preparation Guidance
Financial Aid & Scholarship Resource Recommendations
  • Understanding sources of financial aid
College Selection Decision-making
  • Comparing financial aid packages (see my free resource here)

The Student Portal for my students can be found here.

Not one of my students? What are you waiting for? Contact me!


Campus Shutterbug photos of my college visits and campus tours can be found here.


Professional affiliations

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As a member, I follow IECA’s Principles of Good Practice

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