an experienced and empathetic executive-function coach
a down-to-earth consultant for college-application essays
J. J. works with people ages fourteen and up, from aspiring writers, to neurdivergent students, to published authors. A careful listener, J. J. offers feedback that is friendly and encouraging, practical and actionable, and of high integrity—clients' school work or writing is always their own.
Please note: J. J.'s schedule can accommodate very few clients. Please reach out with inquiries or to add your name to her waiting list.
“Thank you so much for all the help on my [college application] essay, it made a huge difference both in the essay and my stress levels!" - S. B., high school senior
“I have just gotten to your remarkable comments.... Thank you so much, I'm really grateful. You are an editing wizard!" - L. P., memoir writer
“I'm a little obsessed with your feedback. It has been so helpful and I feel like you REALLY understand my voice and the goal of my book. Thank you so much!" - M. B., nonfiction writer
Editorial and Executive Function Coaching
$100 per hour. (5-7 hours yields two in-depth chapter revisions plus an overall structural critique of a book-length, nonfiction manuscript.)
College-Essay Guidance
$250 for two 30-minute consultations in person or Zoom.
$500 for two 30-minute consultations and follow-up check-ins / revision readings by text.