"Staring at a blank screen? Unsure where to start? You're in the right place.

College essays are hard—but they don't have to be. I specialize in helping students find their authentic voices and craft narratives that stand out. My students have been accepted to top schools nationwide, not by trying to impress, but by learning to be genuinely themselves on paper.

🏆 College Essay & Admissions Expertise

With a doctorate from Vanderbilt and nearly two decades of experience, I've built my practice around one belief: every student has a story only they can tell. My job is to help them find it. I've guided hundreds from blank pages to polished drafts. Whether it's the Common App, UCs, or supplements, we'll craft essays with clarity, depth, and voice that makes admissions officers lean in.

📚 Teaching Background That Makes a Difference

As an award-winning English teacher, I understand what colleges want: students who reflect deeply, write clearly, and show up as real people. I bring expertise in narrative structure, voice development, and "showing, not telling"—skills that separate memorable essays from forgettable ones.

🎯 My Essay Coaching Process

1. Discovery: We dig into your experiences to find essay topics that actually matter to you.

2. Structure: We build narratives that showcase growth, insight, and character.

3. Voice: We make sure every sentence sounds like you—not AI, not a thesaurus, just you.

4. Polish: We refine word choice, tighten flow, and maximize impact without losing authenticity.

5. Strategy: We tailor each essay to align with specific schools' values and culture.

I work with students at every stage. Some come to me with blank pages and no clue where to start. Others have solid drafts that need refinement. All of them leave feeling more confident, more understood, and genuinely proud of what they've written.

Ready to find your voice? Let's get started." less...