Meet with Me

Some families are surprised that I charge for intro consultations — especially when other tutors or counseling services offer a “free call.” But here’s why I don’t:

For years, I gave my time away for free. I’d offer insight, suggestions, even partial school lists or test strategies — and many calls turned out to be one-time advice grabs. It wasn’t sustainable. Worse, it started taking time and energy away from the students who had already committed to working with me.

So I made a change: I now charge a $99 consultation fee, which is fully credited toward any tutoring session or college counseling package you choose afterward.

This simple shift has made a big difference — for me and for the serious students and families I work with. Here’s what to expect:

• You’ll meet directly with me — no assistants, no sales reps

• After you schedule your consultation, you’ll receive a short questionnaire. It’s designed to give me a clear understanding of your current situation — whether you're prepping for the SAT, building a college list, stuck on essays, or just feeling overwhelmed by the entire process.

• I review every response before we meet: your academic background, testing history, goals, concerns — everything that will help me show up to our call prepared with tangible advice and a plan specific to you.

• This means we won’t spend our call going through generic questions or running down a sales script. Instead, we’ll jump straight into strategy — outlining next steps and discussing how I can best support you based on what you're trying to achieve.

This isn’t a discovery call — it’s the start of a working relationship. And if you’re ready to get serious about your goals, I’ll make sure the time is well spent.