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Educator and Therapist Specializing in Comprehensive Ed. Services
Mary M.

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As an experienced educator and therapist with doctoral level training, I have a passion for helping individuals of all ages and backgrounds achieve their full potential. With a strong academic background and extensive experience in both teaching and therapy, I offer a unique skill set that enables me to provide comprehensive support to my clients.
With a focus on academic challenges such as motivation, focus, information retention, and procrastination, I have developed a unique expertise in...

As an experienced educator and therapist with doctoral level training, I have a passion for helping individuals of all ages and backgrounds achieve their full potential. With a strong academic background and extensive experience in both teaching and therapy, I offer a unique skill set that enables me to provide comprehensive support to my clients.
With a focus on academic challenges such as motivation, focus, information retention, and procrastination, I have developed a unique expertise in helping students reach their full potential.

In addition to my work as a therapist, I have served as an instructor of Psychology at Hunter College, where I taught psychology and research methods undergraduate students. Prior to that, I worked as a literacy specialist at underserved middle schools in The Bronx for three years. During this time, I taught students in small groups and on an individual basis, helping them to bolster their reading skills, solidify their academic confidence, and establish grade-level reading competency.

With a particular strength in helping students with SAT and ACT preparation, as well as editing college admissions essays, I am a Princeton Review-trained tutor for the SAT and have years of experience helping students navigate admissions tests. I have also worked for an organization that specializes in utilizing storytelling to help students perfect their college admissions essays.

As a double English major in college, I have a strong interest in literature and have previously worked as a tutor for Literature and Philosophy classes. Additionally, I have a background in theater, which I use to make tutoring sessions engaging and dynamic.

My goal as a tutor is to help students develop a love for learning and to get excited about their subjects. With a strong track record of success, a passion for teaching, and a broad range of expertise, I am confident that I can help students achieve their academic goals and reach their full potential.

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Education

CCNY - City College of New York
Psychology
Teachers College Columbia University, New York
Masters
Albert Einstein -Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology
PhD

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Approved Subjects

ADHD

ADHD

I have extensive experience supporting individuals with ADHD in developing executive functioning skills using evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, and ACT. I have worked with students across middle school, high school, and young adult populations, helping them navigate challenges such as inattention, impulsivity, procrastination, and difficulty with organization and time management. ADHD-related demands can feel overwhelming, but I am highly skilled at breaking tasks into manageable steps, building structured systems, and creating strategies that align with how each individual learns best. I collaborate closely with clients to develop practical, sustainable tools that improve focus, follow-through, and overall functioning.
College Counseling

College Counseling

I have extensive experience supporting students through the college counseling process, including application strategy, essay development, and navigating academic and extracurricular planning. I have worked with high school students and young adults to help them identify strengths, clarify goals, and build cohesive, competitive applications. The college admissions process can feel complex and overwhelming, but I am highly skilled at breaking it into manageable steps, from school list building to personal statement development and application completion. I collaborate closely with students to ensure their applications authentically reflect their experiences, values, and aspirations while meeting admissions expectations.
Creative Writing

Creative Writing

I have extensive experience supporting students in creative writing, including narrative development, character building, and refining voice and style across a range of genres. I have worked with learners at the middle school, high school, and university level, helping them move from initial ideas to fully developed stories and written pieces. Creative writing can feel intimidating or blocked at times, but I am highly skilled at breaking the process into manageable steps, generating ideas, and helping writers overcome barriers such as self-doubt and perfectionism. I collaborate closely with students to develop original, expressive work while strengthening clarity, structure, and confidence in their writing.
English

English

Prior to beginning my graduate studies, I taught English for several years. I also currently teach undergraduate students as an instructor at CUNY.
Essay Writing

Essay Writing

I have extensive experience teaching essay-based courses at the university level, tutoring students in drafting and editing thesis statements, and collaborating with students to formulate and execute trenchent arguments throughout their essays. I have worked with students at the middle school. high school, university, and graduate level, and have assisted students in combating hurdles such as procrastination, writers block, and writing anxiety. Essays can be an overwhelming aspect of coursework, but I am highly skilled at breakaing down essay writing into managable steps and troubleshooting barriers that arise throughout the writing process.
Executive Functioning

Executive Functioning

I have extensive experience supporting executive functioning skill development through my clinical work using evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, and ACT. I have worked with individuals across middle school, high school, and young adult populations, helping them navigate challenges such as procrastination, task avoidance, disorganization, and difficulty with time management. Executive functioning demands can feel overwhelming, but I am highly skilled at breaking tasks into manageable steps, building structured systems, and troubleshooting barriers as they arise. I collaborate closely with individuals to develop practical, personalized strategies that promote independence, follow-through, and long-term success.
Personal Statements

Personal Statements

I have particular expertise using storytelling as a basis for crafting compelling personal statements. I have extensive experience supporting students in writing personal statements, including brainstorming compelling narratives, refining structure, and editing for clarity and impact. I have worked with individuals at the high school, university, and graduate level, helping them navigate challenges such as writer’s block, self-doubt, and difficulty articulating their experiences. Personal statements can feel high-stakes and overwhelming, but I am highly skilled at breaking the process into manageable steps, from idea generation to final polish. I collaborate closely with students to develop authentic, cohesive essays that clearly communicate their strengths, goals, and unique perspectives.
Psychology

Psychology

I'm a current doctoral student in Clinical Psychology student at Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology (Albert Einstein College of Medicine)m, and received a masters in Psychology from Columbia University (Teachers College). I have extensive experience in tutoring students in this subject.
Social Work

Social Work

I have extensive experience in social work practice across clinical and academic settings, supporting adolescents and young adults navigating acute mental health needs, system involvement, and complex psychosocial stressors. I have worked in hospital-based and outpatient environments using evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, and ACT, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care. Social work requires balancing empathy with structure, and I am highly skilled at building strong therapeutic alliances while also helping clients develop practical coping skills and access needed resources. I am committed to a strengths-based, person-centered approach that supports resilience, autonomy, and long-term stability.
ACT English
ACT Reading
Algebra 1
Biology
GED
Grammar
Literature
Proofreading
PSAT
Reading
SAT Reading
SAT Writing
Vocabulary
Writing
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Engaging & Experienced

Mary jumped in when my daughter was having a crisis with her college essays and really helped her focus what was important in them. My daughter was so impressed with how quickly they struck up a rapport. She’s looking forward to working with Mary on the next set and some other schoolwork, as well.

Lorraine, 1 lesson with Mary

Very Helpful

Mary was simply great at helping my daughter study for the essay portion of the ACT. I appreciate that she came prompt, prepared and enthusiastic for each lesson. I especially liked how she was able to provide guidance with exercises that helped my daughter get ideas down on paper. It''s pretty obvious that Mary is highly gifted and enjoys what she does. Thanks Mary for all your help!

Seid, 3 lessons with Mary
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