Professional Background
As an active member in the Higher Education Consultants Association (HECA), the Pacific Northwest chapter of the Association for College Admission Counseling (PNACAC), and an Associate Member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA), I faithfully uphold the ethics standards known as the Statement of Principles of Good Practice (HECA, PNACAC) and the IECA Principles of Good Practice.
I received my B.A. in Communication from the University of Puget Sound and graduated with a M.A. in Education from Seattle University’s Student Development Administration program. The background in student development gives me a unique perspective on how student services and student programming can enhance a student’s college experience. As an undergraduate I was a student-athlete competing in Varsity Crew. I use that first-hand experience of balancing school, athletics and work to illustrate a realistic perspective of college life to your student.
I have completed the IECA Summer Training Institute, a highly selective program for newer educational consultants, and successfully completed courses from the UCLA College Counseling Certificate program.
Professional Development
Attending national conferences, making college visits and engaging in seminars and workshops are all steps I take regularly to ensure that I am providing the most relevant services and up to date information to you. The knowledge and expertise gained from these experiences translates directly to the value you receive when working with College Search Solution.
My Commitment to You
I cannot guarantee admission to a college or university and I do not have any leverage with admission staff. No counselor or consultant does or should tell you otherwise.
I can guarantee that I will help your family navigate the college search and application process with your student’s well-being in mind. I will be honest with my assessments and opinions, caring in my delivery, thorough with my research and passionate about ensuring that your student is headed down the right post-secondary path. Every student has an open door before them. It’s a matter of discovering the right door to walk through!