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5.0
Authentic Narrative Coach | 15+ Years Experience | USC Admissions
Admissions Committee at University of Southern California
Works at AcceptU
In a time when AI can generate a polished essay in seconds, what actually stands out is something far more impressive: your voice. This 60-minute session is designed to help you uncover and articulate a personal narrative that feels authentically yours. Whether you're applying as a first-year or transfer student, we'll focus on the stories, experiences, and lessons that have made you into the person you are today. From there, we'll identify essay directions that align with you who you are and resonate with what admissions readers are really looking for. Together, we'll move beyond generic topics and find more honest, creative ways to tell your story. We'll also explore how to write in a way that protects your voice, even as AI tools become more popular. By the end of our time together, you'll have a clear set of essay topics and a grounded sense of how to approach your writing with confidence. This session is a good fit for: ✨ High school students applying to college as first-year applicants 🌿 Transfer students preparing personal statements and/or supplemental essays 💛 Students who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin 🕊️ Students who want their essays to feel real, not polished into something generic
2 - 4 personalized personal statement or essay ideas
Clear themes and angles that feel authentic and differentiated
Guidance on how to write in your own voice in an AI-driven world
Insight into what makes essays stand out to admissions readers today
Next steps for drafting your personal statement or transfer essays
Coaching delivered via live sessions and .
My coaching style is intentional, compassionate, and empowering. I combine clear admissions strategy with a values-based, empathetic approach. I help you reflect, find your story, and express it with intention. Through thoughtful questions and direct feedback, I guide you in shaping authentic, compelling essays that aren't generic. The result is writing that feels true to you while also being clear, cohesive, and compelling.
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Joined December 2025
5.0
Authentic Narrative Coach | 15+ Years Experience | USC Admissions
* Recent student acceptances include: Cornell, USC, UCLA, UC Berkeley, UC Irvine, UC San Diego, Northeastern, Boston University, UIUC, Chapman University, Loyola Marymount University, University of San Diego, Texas A&M, UT Austin, Rutgers University, University of Michigan Ann Arbor For more than 15 years, I have worked in higher education and admissions, including as an Associate Director of Admission at the University of Southern California, where I reviewed thousands of applications. Through that work, I supported students and families through some of the most pivotal moments of their lives. I learned that strategy alone isn't enough. Applying to college can be stressful and overwhelming, and it is one of the most important decisions a student and their family will make. I believe it must be handled with intention and care. I offer a rare, holistic approach that is student-centered. That means taking the time to truly understand who you are academically, professionally, and personally. The result is a personalized process that is tailored to your needs and honors your unique path. My students have gotten into their dream schools not because they had perfect grades and followed a strategy, but because they learned how to express themselves authentically. The latest trends show that the most compelling applications are "real”: they show depth, honesty, and an authentic voice. That is what stands out in a sea of overly polished college applications that have become increasingly similar. My work is designed for students who: 🎓 Feel pressure to appear perfect and want encouragement to show who they really are 🌱 Are navigating self-doubt, unconventional paths, or big decisions and need honest, grounded support 📚 Are highly motivated but struggle to articulate their impact and real voice through writing 💛 Want a coach who sees them as a whole person, not just an applicant I look forward to helping you discover what makes you unique and build an application that authentically reflects who you are.
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