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I’m an independent academic coach, teacher, tutor, and consultant with loads of experience teaching high school and middle school students with many different learning profiles, ADHD, anxiety, and even a deep dislike for the learning process. I also understand - as a parent of a son with an atypical learning profile - the frustrations and challenges of students who struggle to fit the prescribed pathways of traditional schooling. Neurospicy? I got you! I can help with reading and writing, homework, organization and executive functioning, college essays, and more. I can also assist students and families in navigating the application process for independent schools. I have limited in-person availability in the East San Francisco Bay Area (Berkeley, Oakland, Piedmont, Lamorinda, and surrounding areas) and I’m also available on Zoom to students anywhere in the U.S.

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Laura has a lot of experience working with bright kids who learn differently and/or are challenged with executive function issues. She also communicates well with parents and is a wealth of information about academic paths and resources. Highly recommend her, especially for teens and young adults. - K.T., parent