One of the things I love about working with teenagers is that everyone is different and brings a unique perspective to the table. I discover new things about the material all the time because of my students, and that brings me such joy!
The admissions world is the same in that there is always an infinite amount to learn, which keeps me engaged, excited, and humble. I enjoy research and visiting schools, learning about new programs, and attending webinars and conferences.
All of this knowledge helps me reduce students’ and parents’ anxiety about the college process and make it more fun.
More About Me
What Clients Say
I have zero doubt that all of our daughter’s amazing acceptances and fantastic merit awards are the result of working with Flip. His leadership and extensive knowledge leveraged her achievements to get overwhelming results.
– Parent
Flip, our son took to you so quickly and felt comfortable with you, and you helped him feel confident in this process. Now he’s headed to Atlanta for college. Amazing!
– SE, Parent
You’ve been an incredible advocate, counselor, and guide for our son. As parents, we had relief knowing our son was in great hands.
– ME, Parent
Thanks to your insight, patience, and belief in his potential, our son landed exactly where he hoped to be. I’m deeply grateful for the expertise, encouragement, and humanity you brought to every step.
– RB, Parent
Every session leaves our son energized, motivated, and full of praise for the guidance he receives. It is rare to encounter mentors who make such a tangible and meaningful difference.
– Parent
My Background
My favorite word is “serendipity.” It’s ebullient and joyful. I love that it’s “serenity” with a “dip” in it. Many of the important and happy events and changes in my life have been guided by serendipity. I moved to Los Angeles after graduating from college and began working as a test prep tutor; a job recommended to me by my roommate at the time, so it’s fair to say I found my way into the educational world serendipitously. What I discovered in my tutoring work was unexpected and wonderful: I love working with teenagers. I’ve been working with teenagers now for more than twenty years, and my enjoyment has only increased.
I’ve tutored students for the SAT, PSAT, ACT, Subject Tests, and various academic subjects. For the most part, the material is the same, but every experience with it is unique because every student is unique.
The admissions world is the same in that there is always an infinite amount to learn, and I love that aspect of my work because it keeps me engaged, excited, and humble. The variables are constantly changing, and I find it fun to track those changes, to research and visit schools, to learn about new programs, and to attend webinars and conferences. All of this knowledge helps me to lessen students’ and parents’ anxiety about the process and to make it more fun.
Professional Memberships
As an Associate member, I adhere to the professional standards of:
- Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA)
- Western Association for College Admissions Counseling (WACAC)
- National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC)
- Higher Education Consultants Association (HECA)
Outside of the Office
I love learning and am intensely curious about the world. My favorite hobby is traveling; I can talk about traveling all day long! I also love cooking, baking, and grilling; feeding myself and others brings me great joy! I have two cats, Penelope and Riley, who seem to love me and whom I adore, and I’ve taught them to sit for treats!
