Julia Byrd

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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