Sandy Reader
Executive Function Coach
College Application Support
Helping Students Move from Overwhelmed to On Track
Applying to college is exciting — but it can also feel overwhelming. Between essays, deadlines, and schoolwork, many students struggle to start or follow through on their own.
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Whether students are working with a college consultant or managing applications independently, coaching provides the structure, accountability, and skill-building they need to stay on track and reduce stress.
Summer College Prep Coaching
Get Ahead Before Senior Year Begins
Common Challenges
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Students put off essays until school starts.
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Parents find themselves constantly reminding and checking in.
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Counselors wish students would make steady progress between meetings.
How Coaching Helps
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Builds a personalized summer plan for applications and essays.
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Breaks large goals into manageable, weekly steps.
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Creates systems for time management, organization, and follow-through.
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Coordinates with college consultants to align goals and ensure progress.
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Benefits
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Start early and reduce fall stress.
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Write thoughtful, authentic essays with plenty of time for revision.
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Begin senior year feeling confident and in control.
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Strengthen executive function skills that carry into college.
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Fall College Application Coaching
Stay Focused When It Matters Most
Common Challenges
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Difficulty balancing schoolwork and applications.
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Procrastination and last-minute rushes.
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Stress at home as parents try to keep students accountable.
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Limited time with counselors between meetings.
How Coaching Helps
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Builds and maintains a realistic application timeline.
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Supports essay revision, supplements, and final submissions.
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Reinforces time management, prioritization, and accountability.
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Offers short-term or ongoing coaching through college deadlines.
Benefits
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Maintain focus and momentum during busy months.
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Submit high-quality applications with confidence.
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Reduce stress and family tension.
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Build skills that support a smooth transition to college life.
For College Counselors
Coaching Reinforces Your Work By:
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Turning college counselor goals into actionable weekly steps.
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Providing accountability between sessions.
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Reducing stress for students and families during busy months.
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Strengthening time management, planning, and self-regulation skills.
Ideal for:
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Rising seniors preparing over the summer.
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Seniors balancing schoolwork and fall deadlines.
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Families looking for integrated coaching and college counseling support.