The right college isn't the most impressive one on the list, it's the one where your student will thrive. I work one-on-one with students and families to find that fit, build a balanced college list, and develop essays that sound genuinely like them.

We offer in person and virtual college counseling for students and families in Poway, 4S Ranch, Scripps Ranch, Rancho Bernardo, throughout San Diego County and the US.

About Me

Our Mission
We help students and families bring clarity, calm, and confidence to the college search. Our work centers on fit: helping students understand their strengths, interests, values, and goals so they can make thoughtful choices about where they will learn, grow, and thrive.

Our Approach
We pair teaching with hands-on work. Through conversation, education, research, and revision, we help students build balanced college lists, develop essays in their authentic voice, and create applications that represent who they are. Along the way, we make the process more understandable, organized, and manageable for the whole family.

Meet Jill
My background is in science and research, which boils down to problem-solving. I have a BA in Psychology, a PhD in Neuroscience, completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Harvard, and spent many years in pharma and biotech. I know how to dig into a complex system, identify what matters, and build something useful from it. My approach to college counseling is to start with self-discovery, build toward fit, and make sure every family understands not just what to do, but why.

Specialty Areas

General Ed Counseling, Application Essay Craft/Review

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