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My College Counseling Services for Creatives

​IDENTIFY​​​

 

College Search & Fit Assessment

  • Identify colleges that align with students’ talents, interests, academic, artistic, and career goals.

  • Evaluate factors like location, cost, size, programs, and extracurricular activities.

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Extra-Curricular Planning

  • Help students identify and engage in meaningful activities that highlight their unique talents.

  • Guide applications to pre-college programs to demonstrate engagement and interest.

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Academic and Activity Review

  • Advise on high school course selection, extracurricular activities, community service contributions, and relevant achievements

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DEVELOP

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Portfolio Preparation & Mentorship

  • Mentor students in creating and refining visual arts, design, music, creative writing, or performance portfolios.

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College Research & List Creation

  • Provide one-on-one sessions to create a customized college list based on individual interests and goals.

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Essay Review & Feedback​

  • Provide actionable feedback to help essays stand out positively to admission committees.

  • Participate in peer-review groups to bring insights into essay writing.​

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EMPOWER

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Application Guidance

  • Support students with the Common Application, UC Application, or UCAS Application.

  • Assist in completing and editing Activity Lists, Personal Statements, and Additional Information Section.

  • Offer supplemental essay writing advice and provide tailored feedback.

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Interview & Communication Support

  • Prepare students for interviews or video submissions with guidance and recommendations.

  • Edit and review communications sent to colleges.

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Continuous Support & Follow-Up

  • Schedule regular Zoom meetings for updates and progress tracking.

  • Send email follow-ups with next steps after each session.

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ACHIEVE

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Admission Success Track Record

  • Proven experience in guiding students to acceptances at competitive colleges and art schools, often with portfolio scholarships​​.

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“Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.”—Edgar Degas

 

Your art is important because it helps others feel or see something new. That’s what colleges are looking for—your unique perspective, not just technical skill.

My Students Were Recently Accepted To:

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Over $1,0O0,000 In Scholarships Received!

My Core Values & Approach


Coaching with Encouragement
I foster a positive and uplifting environment where students and their families feel supported and inspired.

 

Tailored Solutions
Every student is unique, so I provide personalized strategies to help bridge their aspirations with real opportunities.

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Professional Expertise
I bring years of experience and education in visual arts and college counseling to guide students with care and confidence.

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“Be yourself. Everyone else is already taken.”—Oscar Wilde


College admissions teams want to know you. Let your personality and curiosity shine through in your artist statement and your work.

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