Many families reach out when school starts to feel more stressful, communication becomes harder or their student seems capable but overwhelmed. College Counseling for Success offers one-on-one support for students and families as school expectations increase and decisions begin to feel more complex. I work closely with students to help them build the skills, confidence and independence they need to manage school effectively, plan for college thoughtfully and navigate transitions with clarity and support.
– Dale Koplik, M.Ed.
Certified School Counselor
Independent Educational Consultant
Spanish available for parent communication
College Counseling for Success provides individualized, one-on-one support for students and families as academic expectations increase and decisions become more complex.
Support is developmentally informed and intentionally structured to meet students where they are—whether they are building foundational skills in middle or high school, navigating the college admissions process or preparing for the transition into college. The goal is steady growth over time, not quick fixes.
Each service is distinct, but unified in language, expectations and approach. Academic and extracurricular decisions are considered together so choices build logically rather than reactively. This allows students to develop skills and independence gradually, while families have clarity about goals, pacing and progress.
All services are provided one-on-one and are fully individualized. Support emphasizes skill-building, self-awareness and follow-through, with clear boundaries that reflect professional school counseling standards.
Coaching is not about pushing students harder. It is about helping them develop skills, systems and habits that make school feel more manageable and allow them to take greater ownership over time.
Academic & Executive Function Coaching supports students as they learn to manage school with increasing independence by addressing three connected areas: academic coaching, executive function coaching and thoughtful high school academic and extracurricular planning. The focus is on how students learn, organize and follow through—not simply on grades—so coursework, activities and responsibilities feel balanced and manageable as expectations rise.
1. Academic Coaching: Core Academic Skills
Academic Coaching helps students strengthen the everyday skills they need to do well across subjects.
Support may include:
These skills help reduce rushed work, missed details and last-minute stress, so students can show what they truly understand.
2. Executive Function Coaching: Organization and Follow-Through
Executive function coaching focuses on helping students stay organized and follow through more consistently.
Students learn how to:
For families, this often means fewer reminders and fewer late-night crises as students become more independent.
3. High School Planning & Balance
As school demands increase, coaching helps students keep up without becoming overwhelmed.
Support focuses on:
Rather than pushing students harder, coaching emphasizes consistency, balance and long-term growth, with support adjusting as students mature.
Coaching is offered in monthly formats with varying levels of session frequency and parent communication allowing support to adjust as students mature and academic demands increase.
This service focuses on long-term academic skill-building.
College Admissions Counseling provides structured, individualized guidance through the U.S. college application process.
Families often appreciate having a steady guide through a process that can otherwise feel overwhelming and unclear. The emphasis is on strategy, clarity and authentic self-presentation, with guidance that reduces stress and supports thoughtful decision-making. Students learn how colleges evaluate applicants and how to communicate who they are in a thoughtful, accurate and ethical way—without unnecessary pressure or guesswork. Counseling is paced intentionally with attention to both deadlines and decision-making.
College Readiness Coaching supports students as they transition from high school to college life, with a focus on building practical independence as structure decreases and expectations increase.
The emphasis shifts from academic performance to daily-life management, decision-making and self-advocacy. Support addresses both academic and non-academic responsibilities so students enter college better prepared to manage expectations on their own.
Most students benefit from approximately three to four months of coaching, depending on timing and needs.
College Readiness Coaching is offered in monthly formats with varying session frequency and levels of parent communication, allowing support to adjust based on student needs and timing.
A consultation provides an opportunity to discuss your student’s needs, clarify timing and determine the level of support that makes the most sense for your family.
Fees are discussed during the initial consultation so we can ensure the level of support is the right fit.
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