Demystifying the admissions process

It’s a team effort

My philosophy

The planning process is a collaborative effort involving the student, parent(s), and counselor. The most successful outcomes are realized when everyone is working towards the same goal. I strive to help each student realize their individual potential and discover their unique talents and passions for their next step.

Though the planning process requires collaboration, it's crucial for your student to be ready for independence. I am committed to equipping high schoolers with the necessary skills to thrive independently, ensuring their success in college. My mission is to empower each student to unlock their unique potential and explore their passions as they transition to the next phase of their journey.

Aliso Viejo ï¹’ Anaheim ï¹’ Anaheim Hills ï¹’Bakersfield ï¹’ Brea ï¹’ Cerritos ï¹’Corona del Mar ï¹’ Costa Mesa ï¹’ Cypress ï¹’ Fountain Valley ï¹’ Fullerton ï¹’Garden Grove ï¹’Huntington Beach ï¹’ Irvine ï¹’ La Habra ï¹’La Palma ï¹’La Mirada ï¹’ Laguna Hills ï¹’Laguna Niguel ï¹’Lake Forest ï¹’Los Alamitos ï¹’ Mission Viejo ï¹’ Newport Beach ï¹’ Orange ï¹’ Placentia ï¹’ San Diego ï¹’ San Gabriel ï¹’San Jose ï¹’Santa Ana ï¹’ Santa Clarita ï¹’ Seal Beach ï¹’Temecula ï¹’ Torrance ï¹’ Tustin ï¹’ Valencia ï¹’ Westminster ï¹’Yorba Linda ï¹’

Aliso Viejo ï¹’ Anaheim ï¹’ Anaheim Hills ï¹’Bakersfield ï¹’ Brea ï¹’ Cerritos ï¹’Corona del Mar ï¹’ Costa Mesa ï¹’ Cypress ï¹’ Fountain Valley ï¹’ Fullerton ï¹’Garden Grove ï¹’Huntington Beach ï¹’ Irvine ï¹’ La Habra ï¹’La Palma ï¹’La Mirada ï¹’ Laguna Hills ï¹’Laguna Niguel ï¹’Lake Forest ï¹’Los Alamitos ï¹’ Mission Viejo ï¹’ Newport Beach ï¹’ Orange ï¹’ Placentia ï¹’ San Diego ï¹’ San Gabriel ï¹’San Jose ï¹’Santa Ana ï¹’ Santa Clarita ï¹’ Seal Beach ï¹’Temecula ï¹’ Torrance ï¹’ Tustin ï¹’ Valencia ï¹’ Westminster ï¹’Yorba Linda ï¹’

California ï¹’ Georgia ï¹’Illinois ï¹’ Minnesota ï¹’ Michigan ï¹’ Nebraska ï¹’ Nevada ï¹’ South Dakota ï¹’ Wisconsin ï¹’

California ï¹’ Georgia ï¹’Illinois ï¹’ Minnesota ï¹’ Michigan ï¹’ Nebraska ï¹’ Nevada ï¹’ South Dakota ï¹’ Wisconsin ï¹’

United States ï¹’ China ï¹’ South Korea ï¹’ Vietnam ï¹’

United States ï¹’ China ï¹’ South Korea ï¹’ Vietnam ï¹’

"College counseling is a relationship built on trust between the student and counselor. Ms. Julie's approach is well balanced between professionalism and teaching independence. I am grateful for the example she set for my two kids of character and integrity."

Esther G.

Guiding Your Student with Expertise and Care

Why Ms. Julie?

As a parent with a student in middle or high school seeking guidance for their college journey, you deserve to work with someone who truly understands the intricacies of the admissions process. With a Master of Education in School Counseling from the University of Southern California and previous experience as a UC Admissions Reader, I bring a wealth of knowledge and insight to the table. As a member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association, I work within ethical boundaries, stay on top of current education trends, and am part of an international network of educational professionals. Having worked closely with students and families across various public and private educational settings in Orange County since 2011, I am deeply committed to providing personalized support tailored to your student's needs and aspirations.

Guided by IECA's Principles of Good Practice