Welcome to Coaching with Dr. P

My approach

Most people arrive with one problem: an AP Biology grade, an exam, a pile of unfinished work, a goal that keeps slipping. Sometimes that's the whole story and what you need is excellent instruction. Sometimes the real obstacle is planning, getting started, studying effectively, or following through. I don't assume which. I find out, and then we work on what matters.

Every client starts the same way. I learn your goals, strengths and circumstances. We identify what's relevant, I make recommendations, and we agree on a plan together. As you progress, we adjust it.

The Dr. P Diagnostic

A personalized assessment that shows where you stand and what to do next. $299.

You receive a structured intake, a working session where I watch how you actually plan, study and work, a written summary of your strengths, priorities and recommendations, and a feedback conversation about next steps. If you enroll in monthly support within 14 days of that conversation, $99 is credited to your first month.  Sometimes the answer is that you need tutoring, not coaching. I'll tell you. The diagnostic is an educational and coaching assessment, not a psychological or medical evaluation.

Monthly support

After the diagnostic, we choose the amount of support that fits. Your hours go to whatever your plan calls for: subject instruction, exam preparation, executive-function coaching, planning and goal setting, accountability, and progress reviews.

Plan | Support (Per Month) | Cost

Focused Support | 4 hours | $400 USD

Integrated Support | 8 hours | $720 USD

Comprehensive Support | 12 hours |$1,000 USD

For example, an 8-hour plan for an AP Biology student might include four hours of biology instruction, two hours of executive-function support, and two hours of planning and review. Another client might use all eight hours on subject instruction that month to prepare for final exams. The mix comes from the diagnostic, your goals and your preferences. As needs change, we adapt.

More examples of personalized plans... 

Academic success. A high school student who understands the material but loses points on exams. 

Focus: subject instruction, exam strategy and study methods.

Executive-function support. A student or adult who knows what to do but can't start, plan or follow through. Focus: planning systems, task initiation, accountability and weekly review.

Academic and personal growth. Someone preparing for a high-stakes exam or life transition while managing pressure and self-doubt. Focus: subject mastery, performance habits and a plan for test day.

Who I work with

Middle and high school students, including students in AP courses and those preparing for exams. Adults who want help with organization, planning, follow-through, or exams such as the GMAT and Praxis. And people who know something isn't working but need help understanding why.

If you want the lowest hourly rate, I'm probably not the right fit. If you want individual attention and sustained work, we should talk.

Schools and educational organizations

I take on a limited number of curriculum design, instructional support and educational consulting projects. Tell me about your project.

Not sure what you need? That's what the first conversation is for 😉 Book a free consultation 🗓️