EXPLORE who you are,
FOCUS your college application process,
and DEVELOP skills for success.
Authentic, supportive, equitable, inclusive, transformative.
I’m going to show up as my authentic self, to provide you support to become your authentic self. This isn’t college coaching for who you think you’re supposed to be.
This is college coaching for the amazing, quirky, flawed, and magical person you already are!
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Expertise in Student Success
Over 15 years in admissions, mental health support, student advocacy, student success, and accommodations work.
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Inclusive and Equitable
Focused on the person, queer, neuro-divergent, and BIPOC inclusive; experience with first generation student experiences.
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Rooted in Community
Baltimore-based with real life experience, adaptive coaching, and a fresh perspective on the college application process.
Who I Am
Hi! I’m Alex (they/them)! With over 15 years of experience in higher education, I know a thing or two about what it takes to be successful in college. I’m a parent, a queer person, an artist, I live with disabilities, and I am curious, compassionate, and committed to transforming your transition to college.
I understand, first hand, what students need to be successful during the transition into college. I want to help you explore, get into, and prepare for the most transformative experience of your life.
What sets me apart? I focus on you—not test scores, college rankings, or societal pressures. My goal is to help you uncover who you are, what makes you thrive, and what success looks like for you. That clarity builds confidence as you step into college and beyond.
How I Can Help
Through motivational coaching, needs assessment, and family conversations, we’ll come up with a plan for what you need from a college or university. Then we’ll create a plan to focus your application so you stand out and feel confident. Finally, we’ll work together to develop the skills you’ll need for a smooth transition into college.
EXPLORE who you are, your passions, values, and interests
FOCUS your application to help you stand out
DEVELOP skills for a confident and easy transition to college
Everyone’s journey is unique, and I’m here to support yours with purpose and care. Ready to start? Let’s make your next step intentional!
"We want to thank you for the extraordinary support you’ve given to our son… He was very apprehensive about the return, and you’ve contributed in important ways to making the transition so much better for him than any of us might have expected. Thank you!”
"I wanted to take a moment to acknowledge how much of your personal time you devoted both to supporting him and counseling me throughout his journey. You should be incredibly proud of the work you do for students who need extra attention and care. I know I speak for both of us when I say we are deeply and eternally grateful."
Explore the college search process through an affordable, focused package with a customized list of schools to consider, homework, and motivational coaching.
Package begins at $450*
EXPLORE
Focus your college search and the application process through ongoing coaching sessions. We’ll work on your application materials together, and I’ll help you get the most out of the process, including resources for scholarships, and specialized opportunities.
Package begins at $650*
FOCUS
Develop confidence, resilience, and independence as we discuss the transition to college and what success looks like for you. Through ongoing meetings, we’ll help you develop the skills you’ll need for independent living, academic success, and social confidence.
Package begins at $400*
DEVELOP
While this is an investment in your student’s future, financial stressors should never be a barrier to success. If finances are a concern, let’s talk and come up with a sliding scale that works for your budget.
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First things first, don't be nervous. We'll start with a free consultation to determine your needs and talk about how the college search is going. From there, I typically recommend starting with EXPLORE package, but each student’s needs are different. Let’s make your next step intentional!
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Pricing should never be an obstacle, but this is an investment in your child’s future. The EXPLORE package begins at $450, and each package includes multiple coaching sessions, homework, and customized research provided to you and your student.
If my packages don’t work for you, let’s talk about it and find an alternative!
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The transition to college isn’t a quick one, but depending on your needs, we can meet just a few times, or for a whole year on and off. Each package includes 2-4 coaching sessions, but I’m here to help, so sometimes students need more check ins, and that’s okay!
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I love some of the books out there, and I have a great resource library if you want to borrow anything. A few of my favorites are The Stressed Years of Their Lives, How to Raise an Adult, and The Power of Habit.
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I started my college search with many different interests in mind. Going to a challenging high school, I thought I needed to get into an elite, liberal arts college. After visiting many (many!) schools, nothing felt like a great fit, until I went on a weekend visit to the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. It was vibrant and creative and the programs were unlike any I’d seen before. It was an instant fit, and studying art changed my life in many ways. I love sharing my story of self-discovery, so reach out to hear more!
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I have a BFA in Fine Art from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, and my Master’s in Education from DePaul University in Counseling and College Student Development.
I am currently pursuing my LGPC licensure, and may add mental health services to my work in the future.
