Overview:
Best Light Services and Packages
Personalized college counseling is an investment that can ease the application process and ensure the right match, with benefits felt for years to come.
Comprehensive All-Inclusive Counseling
Sophomore or Junior Start
My most supportive and holistic offering. By starting early, we build a strong working relationship. Early guidance leads to stronger positioning, less stress, and more compelling applications.
All-inclusive of:
course and test planning
college list development
essay brainstorming, writing, and editing
application management
frequent meetings and ongoing email support
Investment:
$7500 (Sophomore) | $5900 (Junior)
Note: Latest sign-up for Comprehensive Packages is June of Junior year.
*The cornerstone of Best Light work
Senior Application Package
Senior Start
For students early in senior year who need focused, structured application support.
Includes:
up to 10 meetings
up to 5 hours of my behind-the-scenes, independent work
focused support on applications and essays
Investment:
$3500
*Subject to availability
Hourly Consultations
Any Age
For families seeking targeted advice or a second opinion.*
Investment:
$250/hour
*this is not meant for ongoing college counseling or application support.
Best Light shines in its:
Authenticity. Colleges want to understand who a student truly is, not a manufactured persona. I help students reflect thoughtfully and present themselves in a way that feels genuine and confident. Authenticity always shines in an application.
“Fit”-focus. My work is grounded in two core beliefs: every student has unique strengths and meaningful contributions to offer, and there are many colleges where each student can thrive. It’s all about finding the right fit!
Calmness. This process can feel overwhelming. With thoughtful guidance, I replace the frenzy and pressure with structure, clarity and confidence.
Compassion. As a pediatrician, mom, and admissions insider, I truly understand kids and this process. I meet students where they are and support them with empathy.
Personalization. I intentionally limit the size of my student panel so that I can provide curated and individualized service to each student. I work tirelessly for my clients.
Expertise. My ongoing work in an admissions office continues to provide a strong foundation for my advice and process.