I continue to stay abreast of issues
surrounding the college admissions process, and
my
blog is a popular source of information for counselors and students
all over the country. I allow myself a small number of college
admissions clients each year and it is always satisfying to work with
students and their families to find several potential colleges and to
showcase the student’s strengths and interests.
My clients particularly enjoy my flexible approach to the process.
Rather than a large fee up front and a stipulated number of meetings,
it has been my experience that some families feel that they need more
help in one area (i.e, writing a strong personal statement, being
exposed to colleges not on their initial list that match student
interests and finances, filling out FAFSA and CSS profile forms, etc.)
than another and I make sure that no one pays for something they don’t
need.
This process is also deeply personal, both in terms of students
honestly revealing their inner selves and with families offering up
frank discussions and financial information in the application
process. I adhere to the stringent professional ethics espoused by
NACAC and feel that nothing is more important than my protecting
everyone’s privacy so this can be a safe and productive experience.
An initial conversation where we both decide if a partnership would be
a good match is always free, so please don’t hesitate to contact me.
The last years of high school is an exciting and stressful time, but
with a knowledgeable counselor who gets to know the student and
family, the college process can be productive experience that helps
the entire family transition to the next wonderful stage of life.