Academic Coaching Services
Allison delivers results.
She is a creative and compassionate academic coach for middle school, high school, and college-age students and their families.
As a Stanford-trained educator, Allison specializes in the sciences, writing, and Spanish. She loves applying her life coaching skills in her work with young people, including goal-setting, creative project development, time management, and budgeting skills.
Allison has a special ability to connect with LGBTQ+ youth, girls, people on the autism spectrum, students with ADHD, and those navigating depression and anxiety.
She’s excited to begin a project, but struggles to finish assignments.
He gets pretty good grades, but with some push and support, you know he can expand his learning and performance.
They feel overwhelmed with the transition to higher expectations in high school.
Or something else?
Let’s discuss how I can help your child and family thrive.
Services
Academic Coaching
- Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
- Spanish
- Math (Algebra I and II, Geometry)
- Writing
Creative Development
Allison will help your child focus their passions and creative talents into actionable projects while cultivating a sense of wonder, ease, and delight.
Colleges expect a well-rounded applicant with more to offer their community than good grades. A successful creative project is both empowering and strategic for your student.
SAT/ACT Prep
By balancing encouragement with proven test-taking strategies, Allison will strengthen your child’s confidence and performance on standardized tests.
Executive Functioning
Allison will support your child in organizing their time, setting goals, and executing on their tasks. She supports the holistic health of each student, understanding and addressing social dynamics and needs around self-esteem and mental health.
Allison also has a proven budget workshop series to help teenagers begin to appreciate and manage their money.
You are not alone
Parents and teens need support.
School, expectations, and social pressures are different for youth today than they were 10 or 20 years ago.
I will work with you and your student to develop a deep understanding of their needs and personality. We will design a program that challenges them intellectually, broadens their world-view, and serves their future goals and community.
Reach out to make a plan for how I can support your child through demanding academics, college preparation, or creative blocks.
Allison O'Brien 