Julia Byrd
College admissions essay coach for students in Houston
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $130 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Teens |
| Also coaches | Speaking coach |
| Based in | Houston |
| Sessions | Online and in person |
| Credentials | Master's degree in counseling psychology |
Julia Byrd is a communication and teens coach in Houston who helps college applicants write their admissions essays. She is an essay specialist with 20 years in writing, editing, and storytelling. She also holds a master's degree in counseling psychology. She works one-on-one or in small groups, in person and online. Her focus is helping students find their own stories and voices so their essays stand out to admission officers.
What Julia helps with
Julia helps students find the stories behind their college applications and turn them into strong essays.
- Brainstorming college admissions essay topics
- Developing and writing admissions essays
- Finding a personal story and voice
- Recognizing personal accomplishments
- Connecting life experiences and values to college and career goals
Who Julia works with
Julia works with college applicants and students. She sees them one-on-one or in small groups. Her sessions help students who need support finding their story and shaping it into an essay for admission officers.
Background and qualifications
Julia has 20 years of experience in writing, editing, and storytelling. She is known as an essay specialist. She also has a master's degree in counseling psychology. She combines these two backgrounds to help students dig into their stories, build their voices, and write essays that stand out. She is based in Houston.
Julia Byrd pricing
Programs and services
- One-on-one coaching
- Small group coaching
- In-person sessions
- Online sessions
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The CoachVouch take
Combines 20 years of writing and editing experience with a master's degree in counseling psychology.
Best for college applicants who want help finding their story and writing a standout admissions essay.
Common questions
How much does Julia Byrd charge?
Coaching with Julia runs $70 to $130 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Julia Byrd help with?
Julia Byrd helps with brainstorming college admissions essay topics, developing and writing admissions essays, finding a personal story and voice and recognizing personal accomplishments.
Does Julia Byrd coach online?
Julia is based in Houston. Sessions are online and in person.
Is Julia Byrd certified?
Julia Byrd lists: Master's degree in counseling psychology.
Does Julia Byrd coach in person or online?
She does both. She works with students one-on-one or in small groups.
How do I contact Julia Byrd?
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