Making a plan.

Applying to schools takes up time and energy. It is a milestone experience in a student’s life. How can we give it what it needs — but no more?

Navigating The Process.

Rees Advising — as a name — comes from the safe space of being in my advisory.

When you need a clear-headed, experienced perspective, I’m here. We can laugh, cry, snack, or be efficient — and usually, do all of the above.

Writing advice.

Short answers. Essays. How can the student’s authentic voice ring out from the screen?

You know I believe words matter. Here is where they do most.

Prepping for interviews.

Talking with an admissions representative is not the interview experience most students fear, but it does take practice. Parents shouldn’t interview their kid, and I can help.

Rounding out the application.

Sentence-completers. Asking recommenders. Thank you notes. All elements of an application file paint a student’s portrait.

Helping parents.

Written an essay recently? How can a parent’s collection of words about an applicant echo best for a reader?