Choose Your Journey
At Mindful Steps College Counseling, we provide personalized, strategic guidance to support students and families at every stage of the high school journey. Our services are designed to blend thoughtful planning with individualized coaching, helping students grow with confidence, clarity, and purpose.
From early high school foundation-building to comprehensive college application support, we offer structured programs tailored to each grade level. Services include academic and extracurricular planning, major and career exploration, college list development, testing strategy, and complete application and essay guidance.
Every program emphasizes intentional growth, organization, and emotional support, ensuring students not only submit strong applications, but also feel empowered throughout the process.
Foundation
Starting with Intention
$2,200
Designed for 9th and 10th grade students, a mindful and grounding introduction to high school is offered with a focus on self-awareness, balance, and intentional growth. Students receive quarterly 1:1 virtual sessions, personalized academic and extracurricular planning, summer program support, and guided self-discovery exercises. The experience also includes light college research, wellness check-ins, and ongoing family collaboration to ensure thoughtful and supported progress throughout the year.
Pathway
A Mindful College Journey
$6,000
Designed for 11th and 12th grade students, this comprehensive package guides families from early college exploration through final decisions with expert strategy, personalized coaching, and steady wellness support. Students complete in-depth strengths and interest assessments, major and career exploration, and thoughtful identification of best-fit college environments. The program includes academic, extracurricular, and testing strategy; development of a balanced and strategic college list; and complete application and essay support for up to 12 colleges. With monthly planning sessions, weekly support during application season, shared tracking tools, and regular communication access, students are guided every step of the way with clarity and confidence.
UC & CSU Applications
Targeted Support for California
Public University Applications
$2,500
Designed for students applying exclusively to University of California and California State University campuses, this targeted program provides clear, strategic guidance through every step of the UC and CSU application process. Students receive step-by-step support navigating the application systems, in-depth coaching and editing for UC Personal Insight Questions (PIQs), and a complete Cal State Apply walkthrough. The program also includes strategy for academic history reporting, major selection, and timeline management. Support begins with monthly sessions and transitions to biweekly sessions to ensure a confident and organized submission process.
Senior Intensive
For Seniors Seeking Focused,
Timely Support (Fall Only)
$3,500
Designed for seniors who need focused, timely support during the fall semester, this streamlined program delivers high-impact guidance for students starting later or working on a tight timeline. Students receive up to 15 individualized 1:1 virtual sessions, strategic college list creation or review, and targeted essay support, including UC PIQs, the Common App personal statement, and up to two supplemental essays. The program also includes step-by-step application portal walkthroughs, along with a personalized timeline and ongoing communication to ensure every deadline is met with confidence.
Hourly Counseling Rate
$220
Flexible, personalized support designed for families who need guidance on a specific topic or short-term basis. Hourly sessions are ideal for focused help with college list review, essay feedback, application questions, academic planning, or strategic decision-making. This option allows students to receive expert, individualized advising without committing to a full program, while still benefiting from thoughtful strategy, clear next steps, and actionable guidance.
Mission
Mindful Steps College Counseling was founded to transform the college admissions journey into a process rooted in clarity, self-discovery, and calm. Grounded in student wellness and intentional growth, we guide families through this meaningful transition with thoughtful strategy, steady support, and deep respect for each student’s unique path. Our approach centers purpose and values by helping students move forward with confidence, balance, and presence.
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Located in Ventura County, California, proudly serving students locally and around the world.
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