I Take The Stress Out Of The College Process
Why Choose Me?
The college process can be a daunting one. Students are inundated with information from social media, friends, teachers, counselors, and family members. On top of that, today’s teens are generally scheduled down to the minute; between school, sports, clubs, jobs, homework, family obligations and social lives, there is little “down time” to just think. There is an immense amount of pressure on teens to find the “perfect” school. I am here to help you navigate this process with a calm approach, removing stress along the way.
Expertise
Responsive
Empathetic
I have been assisting students on their college exploration and application journeys for over twenty years both in schools and privately. I know what college admissions representatives are looking for and successfully help my students make their strengths, talents, and unique abilities stand out on their applications to help them maximize admissions results.
When I work with a student, I am fully engaged with them and will be available to them from start to finish throughout the college application process. Through consistent meetings, calls, and email communication, I guide my students through each facet of this journey, providing timelines, edits, proofreading, reminders and check ins.
Having a counseling background helps me to make my students and their families feel comfortable and at ease. I know this process can be daunting, and my goal is to make it as stress free as possible. I get to know each student personally and truly value the experience of guiding them through this journey.
Why Choose Me?
Client Testimonials
ELIZABETH A.
Parent of three Your College
Process students
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Choosing to partner with “Your College Process” on our first college search journey, was the best decision our family ever made! We connected with Lisa Goldstein and her services during my daughter's Junior year. Her thoughtful program, and knowledge in the college admission process, helped break down our overwhelming to-do list and helped alleviate stress and anxiety for our whole family. Lisa’s communication, and availability were amazing - with any questions we heard back from her within 24 hours. She is honest, understanding, and very kind; my daughter trusted her thoughts and guidance and really enjoyed working with her every step of the way. Lisa’s support and presence during the entire year was truly invaluable! Working with “Your College Process” we successfully completed this journey with a happy senior having to choose from 8 college acceptances to date!!!! I would not hesitate a minute to recommend Lisa and her company to help you on your journey. While I’m more familiar with the college application process now, I will absolutely work with her again with my other children.
KATIE D.
University of Michigan
When I was initially applying to colleges I found it to be very overwhelming and stressful. Lisa helped me take that stress off of me and steer me in the right direction. She helped to narrow down my college choices and find the places that fit me best. Together, we made a really good plan for my applications, and she was there every step of the way. Whether it was brainstorming a personal essay, editing a writing supplement, or just answering any questions I had, Lisa helped me out in any way I needed it. Her excellent guidance led me to get a very strong set of acceptances into many promising schools. She is truly knowledgeable about every aspect of the college application process, and I know that I could not have gotten through this difficult and stressful time without her amazing expertise.
RACHEL S.
Parent of Barnard College student
I cannot recommend Lisa enough! We were brand new last year to the college application process and although I had a feeling we were a bit unprepared, I had no idea just how insane the whole circus of the college application cycle is! We hired Lisa to help us and it was the best decision we could have made.
Lisa worked with my daughter to choose the best schools to apply to based on what my daughter was looking for (Lisa listened to her and truly helped her come up with a solid list of schools that encompassed a mix of “safeties”, “targets” and “stretches”), navigate the applications, the common app, the essay, the 25 (yes 25!) supplemental essays she had to write, TIME MANAGEMENT (a heavy and intense course load at school while prepping for the SATs and a host of extracurricular activities does not leave much time for college applications and essays!), coaching and sound advice. Lisa went above and beyond what we expected. She checked in often and was always available when my daughter needed her.
When my daughter got waitlisted at her #1 school Lisa wasted no time helping her with her “interest letter” that was required for the waitlist, even spending a Friday night offering her suggestions. Lisa is extremely knowledgeable about the process and is straightforward and honest in giving her advice. When my daughter got notified of her acceptance off the waitlist Lisa was the first in line to congratulate her.
I highly recommend Lisa for anyone about to enter the admissions cycle and I will definitely use her services again with my younger kids!
AUGUST B.
Brown University
I credit Lisa's assistance solely with my success throughout this college process. She made time for me whenever I needed help on a given essay or preparation for an interview, and she was a consummate professional throughout. Lisa was there for me every step of the way - she helped me find schools that best suited my needs through her extensive understanding of the college landscape, she helped me research key programs of the schools I applied to so as to make my supplements stand out, and she kept me to a rigid schedule that ensured that my work was the best representation of who I am. I've been on cloud 9 since accepting my admission offer to Brown, and I have Lisa to thank for it.
CLAIRE L.
Harvard University
Thank you so much for guiding me through this process. I came into it feeling totally overwhelmed and found it all so daunting. But you really eliminated so much stress by helping me to stay organized and giving me a timeline to follow. Your support and encouragement made a huge difference. I felt so much more confident about this process after working with you. Thank you!!!