EDUCATIONAL THERAPY · IN PERSON & VIRTUAL
Every student deserves to feel capable and confident
When school feels overwhelming, grades, confidence and motivation can suffer. Personalized support helps students build skills, find strategies that work for them, and feel more capable.
15+ years helping students thrive · Personalized support elementary through graduate school and adult learners
Does this sound familiar?
If you recognize any of these challenges, you’re in the right place.
What is educational therapy?
Tutoring focuses on what to learn. Educational therapy builds the skills and strategies to learn more independently.
Support built around how your student learns, what gets in their way, and the skills they need to move forward:
- Strengthen core academic skills in reading, writing and math
- Build executive functioning skills like organization, planning and time management
- Develop strategies to work through ADHD, dyslexia or processing differences
- Grow confidence and independence in their learning
Educational therapy combines proven academic strategies with emotional support, so your child not only improves in school but also feels capable, confident and motivated to learn.
It’s about building the skills, confidence and independence that last a lifetime. Not just better grades.
How I can help
Educational Therapy
Personalized sessions for organization, executive function, writing, math and ADHD support, built around how your child learns.
Learn more →Parent Coaching
For parents who feel overwhelmed and unsure how to help. Clear next steps, calmer homework and a plan you can trust.
Learn more →College Essays & Applications
Guiding students through the entire process: school selection, tracking deadlines, writing essays, and creating a clear plan start to finish.
Learn more →What your child gains
Confidence & independence
So they believe in themselves and can tackle challenges without constant help.
A personalized learning plan
A roadmap tailored to your child’s strengths, needs and learning style.
Communication & parent guidance
Communication and guidance tailored to your student’s age, goals, and your family’s needs.
Less pressure at home
Less homework stress and family tension, so school becomes a positive topic again.
Targeted skill building
Focused strategies for the exact areas holding them back.
Get to know me
Hi, I’m Ali.
I understand how challenging school can be, not just with grades but also how those struggles can affect self esteem and self confidence. I’ve been there too. In high school, I struggled to figure out how to succeed until I learned strategies that worked for me. Now I help students strengthen their skills, boost their confidence, and build the resilience and independence they need to thrive in school and in life.
B.A. Psychology, UC Berkeley · M.A. in Marriage & Family Therapy, USC · LMFT · Associate Educational Therapist · 15+ years helping students
More about me →Kind words from families
“Within one semester, he was turning work in on time, passing all of his classes with room to spare, and most importantly, he believed in himself again.”
Parent of a 10th grader
“She taught him planning, prioritizing, and organization skills that made a huge difference… we’ve never seen him this motivated about learning before.”
“Now I’m getting better grades, but the best part is I finally feel confident in myself. I even raised my hand in class last week!”
“By the end, I was actually proud of my essays and was excited to hit submit! And I got into my top choice!”
Let’s help your child step into the confidence and success they deserve.
Start with a free 30 minute consultation.