Taught by a Licensed PI, PhD Student, and CASA Volunteer.

Monique C.

I bring a "practitioner-scholar" approach to tutoring, blending doctoral-level research with real-world investigative expertise. I am currently a Ph.D. student in Clinical Psychology (Forensic focus). My academic foundation includes a Master’s in Criminal Justice and a Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity. As a Licensed Texas Private Investigator and certified Paralegal with over seven years of experience, I provide students with technical rigor and a deep understanding of human behavior.

My instructional experience spans middle school through early adulthood, focusing on students aged 11 to 25. As the founder of Gemini Forensic Academy, I mentor students in both one-on-one and group settings. My commitment to local student success is grounded in my 2023 participation in the City of Houston’s Complete Communities University (CCU), my work as a CASA volunteer, and my role as a coaching intern with Overcome. These experiences allow me to support students through a lens of civic leadership and specialized behavioral strategy.

I teach through my proprietary GEM Method, which leverages forensic science to master core standards in biology, math, and psychology. By guiding students through "Truth Auditing"—the process of evaluating evidence and identifying logical inconsistencies—I help build critical thinking and executive functioning skills. This approach is highly effective for students with ADHD, as it reframes academic habits as investigative tasks. My goal is to provide the analytical tools and self-regulation strategies needed for long-term academic and professional success.