I help teens confidently answer the question, “What are you going to do after high school?”
No more anxiety. No more panic. No more stress– for you or your child.
College prep often focuses on the “how”: building the resume, prepping for the ACT/SAT, or writing the perfect application.
But before the “how,” it’s important to answer the “why.” Why college? Why this school? Why this path?
That’s where I come in, guiding teens through self-discovery so they understand their unique strengths and direction before the admissions pressure even begins.
Your teen might be wondering:
“What am I doing with myself?”
“Is my worth based on what a college says about me?”
“What really makes me valuable as a person, beyond a GPA or test score?”
“What if I make the wrong decision?”
“Who am I?”
The competition to get into college has never been higher. The stress, pressure, and anxiety teens and parents feel in this process are unprecedented.
But here’s the truth: the stress doesn’t come from applications alone; it comes from trying to make huge life decisions without clarity.
That’s where pre-college strengths coaching comes in.
I help teens discover who they are, what they value, and the direction that fits them best— before diving into test prep, essays, or applications. With confidence and clarity in place, the entire college journey feels lighter, more intentional, and far less stressful.
Hi! I’m Anna, and I know what it feels like to be uncertain about the future.
As a teen, I made choices based on avoiding hard classes, picking majors without intention, and even accepting jobs I didn’t want—simply because I lacked guidance. I spent years guessing at what I wanted instead of confidently moving forward.
That’s exactly what I don’t want your teen to experience. Too often, students head into the college process without clarity about who they are or what they want. The result is stress, second-guessing, and choices that don’t align with their strengths.
As a Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach, ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC), and MBA, I help teens discover their unique strengths early so they can make confident decisions about their education, career, and life direction.
In addition to working with teens, I also coach executives and business leaders. The truth is, whether you’re choosing a major or leading a company, clarity about your strengths is the foundation for success.
We all have to earn a living somehow. Why not help your teen choose a path that aligns with what they’re naturally good at—one that’s fulfilling and enjoyable? With the right guidance, they don’t have to guess. They can know for sure.
Strengths Before Strategy is not test prep or admissions coaching.
It’s pre-college coaching, the step that comes before applications, essays, and test scores. By helping teens discover who they are and what they want, it gives them the confidence, clarity, and direction they need to move forward with purpose.
Many teens and young adults struggle with big questions like: Who am I? Where do I belong? What should I do next? Without guidance, they’re often left to figure it out on their own. That’s why so many students head into the college process stressed, uncertain, and unprepared to make decisions that truly fit them.
It doesn’t have to be that way.
By focusing first on their unique strengths, and then applying intentional strategy to their choices, this framework helps teens:
Stop obsessing over short-term stressors (like test scores) and focus on long-term direction.
Stop worrying about who they “should” be and embrace who they already are.
Slow down, breathe, and give themselves grace while exploring life after high school.
Stop feeling behind by learning how to make intentional, well-aligned decisions.
Move forward with confidence toward a post-high school path they’re excited about.
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“Before working with Anna I wasn’t sure what major to choose or what college I wanted to go to. It was really stressful. But because of working with her I learned what my strengths are and how to look at them with appreciation and to think about what types of jobs I’d be good at.
With that new knowledge I also overall learned a lot about myself and ended up writing my college application essay off of what I learned. I am very appreciative of all that I learned about myself and it helped me make decisions down the road whether it be college related or everyday life related.
- Callia
Now a Freshman in College
“Anna worked with all three of my kids and provided friendly, helpful, age-appropriate coaching. She got them thinking about how they’re wired, what classes they particularly enjoy in school, and what careers might be a good fit for them down the road.
It was invaluable! I highly recommend Anna and her coaching services!
- Mindy
Parent