Comprehensive educational guidance and placement services
Navigating Educational Pathways for Your Child's Future

Process

A free initial telephone conversation is available to determine if consultation services are needed.

Our services include:

  • Initial interview with parents and the student to identify the issues, concerns, goals and expectations the family has for their student.
  • Conversation about the types of schools or programs which may be available, as well as the student’s academic, social and psychological history is discussed.
  • Independent conversation with the student to assess the personality, interests and goals of that student.
  • Evaluation of all psychoeducational or standardized testing.
  • Referrals to other mental health or educational professionals, ie. Psychiatrists, psychologists, neurologists, speech/language pathologists, educational diagnosticians, or tutors as needed.
  • Contact with important professional resources who have interfaced with the family and student in the last two or three years.
  • Research into appropriate school/program placement. Presentation of a school list to the family of those schools which meet the student’s needs, as well as provide information as to the school’s strengths and weaknesses.
  • Communication with schools and programs as deemed necessary.
  • Resume, essay and application help
  • Ongoing consultation during the search process regarding applications, visits, etc.
  • Follow-up advice and support after students are enrolled.
In an emergency situation, our company is able to arrange placement within 24-48 hours at a program or school for troubled teens.

Why Hire Us

Educational Consultants are trained professionals who possess extensive knowledge of educational and treatment program options. This expertise, combined with a caring approach to understand your child, helps families identify a program or school, which is academically, socially or therapeutically appropriate. They provide a unique perspective that requires them to understand the student’s individual learning assets and deficits, in addition to typical adolescent issues. Lindy Kahn prides herself on her firsthand knowledge of educational facilities, spending some 30 percent of her time visiting schools, special programs and colleges throughout the year, keeping up-to-date on admissions policies, academic alternatives and the campus environment. She attends conferences and organizational meetings to stay abreast of current trends in the industry.
Lindy Kahn accepts no fees, commissions or remunerations from educational institutions for placing students. Fees are paid by the client in exchange for services rendered; they are based on the specific needs of that individual. Lindy Kahn respects the integrity of the consulting relationship and all relevant information is held in the strictest confidence.
Lindy is not affiliated with any particular educational institution and therefore, can provide an unbiased resource for families struggling with critical educational decisions. She can point out the common mistakes to avoid when making recommendations for placement. The process involves communication with the student and family in various different formats in order to accomplish the goals for each student: She will meet with the family in person, as well as communicate by phone, email and fax, in order to make sure her clients stay informed during the entire search process. Additionally, she serves as an advocate for your child, monitoring your child’s progress following his or her enrollment in a boarding school, receiving written or verbal updates from the schools to let her know how that student is doing. In working with high school students, while researching colleges, typically for a year or more, Lindy develops a close relationship with that student, allowing them to trust her judgment, enabling that student to accomplish his goals faster and more efficiently.