Patient Academic Coach for Study Skills, Writing & Completing Work

Taylor S.

I'm currently completing my Master's degree in Social Work and graduated cum laude with a BA in Communications. I have over a year of experience working one-on-one with students and young adults as a mental health clinical trainee, where I've regularly supported clients with study skills, executive functioning, time management, and overcoming academic obstacles like procrastination and overwhelm. In that role, I've also helped high schoolers develop study schedules and supported middle schoolers with focusing challenges related to ADHD, device distractions, and general academic support. Prior to my master's program, I mentored a youth advocacy group for one year, where I supported students in advocacy, public speaking, and finding their voices.

I'm especially experienced with college applications, personal statements, and scholarship essays—I've been through the process myself multiple times, having been accepted to several undergraduate programs, a Master of Peace and Justice, a Master of Urban and Public Affairs, and four Master of Social Work programs. I know firsthand how stressful and overwhelming the process can feel, and I love helping students find and strengthen their authentic voice in high-stakes writing.

My sessions are practical and low-pressure. We work on breaking down the process, building clarity, and creating a draft that genuinely reflects who you are—not what you think an admissions committee wants to hear. My approach is patient, collaborative, and informed by my mental health training, though I provide academic coaching, not therapeutic services.

Whether you're staring at a blank page or need a second set of eyes before submitting, I'm here to make the process feel more manageable. Feel free to reach out—I'd love to help!