Terri Elbaum, M.A.C.C.C.
Independent Educational Consultant (IEC)
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I'm both and Independent Educational Consultant (IEC) and speech pathologist who specializes in supporting neurodiverse learners (including ADHD, ASD, executive functioning challenges, language based learning disabilities)
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Step-by-Step Support: Frequent meetings with students, regular updates for parents
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EsssayWriting: Strategies for overcoming writing struggles, building organizational skills for strong essays
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College & Accommodation Guidance: Identify colleges with support for neurodiverse students and teach self-advocacy for managing accommodations.
Speech Pathologist and Academic Coach
I help students build the skills they need to thrive in high school and college. Through academic coaching, we focus on:
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Organization: Develop effective strategies to manage assignments, deadlines, and course materials
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Reading: improve comprehension
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Writing: develop strategies for brainstorming, outlining and organizing a well wrttien essay
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Study Skills: Study techniques for optimal learning and exam preparation
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Time Management: Learn to prioritize tasks, create realistic schedules, and manage distractions
Contact:
Terri@thecollegefocus.com
for a complimentary 30-minute consultation.
UCLA Certificate of College Counseling with distinction
Professional organizations: IECA, NACAC, ASHA
ASHA certified/licensed in New York and California
WELCOME
Just a few of my Students' Acceptances...many with Merit scholarships
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Barnard - Bentley - Bucknell -
Claremont McKenna-Cornell - Clemson - drexel- Elon - Florida State - GW- Marist - Northwestern-NYU-Ohio state- Penn State - Purdue-Providence - RUSH- Syracuse - Tulane - UCLA - Union - University of Arizona - University of Colorado Boulder - University of Delaware - University of Florida - University of Miami - University of Tampa - Wesleyan
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