My husband and I weren’t sure if investing so much in our eighth grader’s application writing was the best idea. Wow. Ashleigh proved us wrong. She found a way to somehow get our son to express himself in ways we hadn’t seen from him before. To our son’s surprise (and frankly, ours!), he actually enjoyed his coaching sessions with Ashleigh and got offline after each one seeming more excited to write. We could see him gaining confidence in his own voice over time. We participated in the Get Going Program, but Ashleigh’s help was invaluable and we ended up purchasing additional sessions. This summer, our son will be in another program…Writing for High School. We can’t wait to see how he grows.

—Laurie T., New York, NY

I want to express our deepest gratitude for the way you've mentored [our daughter]. What you have been continuously empowering her with is beyond writing skills. It is the sense of achievement and the satisfaction brought about from growing as a writer that is of crucial importance here.

—J.H., White Plains, NY

Ashleigh helped our daughter surmount the daunting process of completing New York private school applications and write an application essay that represented our daughter’s authentic voice.

New York private schools rank among some of the most competitive applications in the country. Our daughter felt completely supported….Ashleigh struck the right balance in offering guidance without overstepping her bounds and helped our daughter…get into her top choice school.

-S.C., Lower Hudson Valley, NY

I just read [our son’s] essay and it blew me away! What a powerful answer to the question about a core element of his identity. Thanks so much for working with him—he is so proud of his work!

—Anonymous, New York, NY

I could sense my daughter feeling stuck on her college application essay writing and I wanted to help her out but found she declined my nudges and offers to help. After my first call with Ashleigh, I knew right away it was what my daughter needed, someone kind and charismatic that could listen and provide her with practical strategies and feedback. Ashleigh not only helped her get to the finish line but most importantly was there to reassure her that she could do this and much more.

—Mateo Z., Brooklyn, NY

Not enough stars or space available to tout the unique abilities and talents of Ashleigh. While her technical skills are exceptional, it is her wonderful ability to connect with kids on their level, and help them discover a voice they possibly didn’t know they had. Aside from being a complete ninja of an educator she is a wonderful person with a beautiful soul.

— Eric F., Austin, TX

We are so fortunate to have found Ashleigh through my daughter who attended her essay workshop in high school. My daughter loved working with Ashleigh. She was truly inspired to write well and as a result says “she writes way better and feels more prepared to write well in college as well” My son who is 12-year-old also started tutoring with Ashleigh recently and enjoys working with her. Ashleigh really takes the time to connect with children first and inspire in them a love for writing. She is knowledgeable about her subject and has a fun and compassionate spirit.

—Pankesh J., Austin, TX

Ashleigh was a tremendous help in guiding both my boys through the process of their main college essay, from start to finish. She helped each of them to find their topic and continuously refine it until they revealed themselves in their own voice and words. Reading their essays you’d never know that the same person worked with them, since each is so reflective of their unique personality and mode of expression–which of course is the whole point.

—Peter K., Austin, TX

Ashleigh helped my daughter focus on main ideas to create cohesive, interesting [admissions] essays that reflected her accomplishments and ideals. She was accepted into her top schools and received thirteen scholarships - the most of anyone in her class."

—Susan D., Austin, TX

[My daughter] has been accepted to many of the colleges she applied to, including her top three choices of Loyola Marymount, DePaul, and UT Austin. She was accepted to their film programs, which are renowned. We know that [Ashleigh was] instrumental in helping her attain these acceptance.

—Maria B., Austin, TX

Ashleigh is amazing! She is a warm and caring person who has a unique ability to form connections with people—my very shy son immediately clicked with her. She has built my son’s confidence and inspired him to do more than he thought he was capable of. If I could give 6 stars I would. Highly recommend! " 

—Karen F., Austin, TX

Navigating the private school application process was very overwhelming for me. Ashleigh’s insight into the essay questions and advice helped me clarify and draft our applications.  She worked with us to create a fantastic narrative about our son.

—Kyle S., Richmond, VA

My middle school aged daughter has loved all the classes she has taken with Ashleigh. Besides coming up with engaging writing lessons, she just connects really well with that age kid.…The one-on-one tutoring has been invaluable too – as my daughter loves to talk about and get feedback on her writing – and Ashleigh knows just when to encourage and when to push.

—Amy R., Austin, TX

[My daughter] is heading to Babson College…I am so proud of her and your work was definitely a huge part in her success! [Ashleigh] kept her focused and in line to achieve her goals.

—Alexandra W., Austin, TX