About Erika
I help students from New York City and around the world achieve top scores on admissions tests and become more mindful, focused, and successful.
When I was in high school, I was your typical over achiever, and I was s-t-r-e-s-s-e-d.
While studying at Georgetown University, I began examining my habits—the actions and the thoughts that I engaged with on a regular basis. Moreover, I began seeking out new habits and perspectives to improve my experience. Over time, I found that the new habits I developed not only helped me feel better, but also perform better. Unencumbered by stress, I could think and act more clearly and deliberately. When I began working with students on test prep, I saw that the traditional approach to test prep—teaching students formulas and techniques, conducting practice tests, and hoping for the best—is insufficient. In order to achieve maximum results, students must also directly address stress, anxiety, and attention issues. I created and developed a whole-person approach to test prep which enables students to feel energized, effective, and engaged. When students feel like their best selves, they get their best results. |
I look forward to getting to know you over a conversation. I begin each test prep program with two complimentary consultations: first, one for the parent(s) and then one for the student. Consultations give us the opportunity to discuss where the student is in the test prep process, your goals for the program, and a program structure that will meet your needs. Consultations are also opportunities for me to answer any of your questions about the test prep coaching process.
Please click here to schedule a complimentary consultation for the parent(s) or guardian(s). You may also contact me with preliminary questions.
I've included some additional background information about me below.
Please click here to schedule a complimentary consultation for the parent(s) or guardian(s). You may also contact me with preliminary questions.
I've included some additional background information about me below.
BACKGROUND:
Originally From: Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Based In: New York, New York
Education: BAs in English and Psychology, Georgetown University (Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa, Top 1% of Graduating Class)
"Extracurriculars": Yoga, meditation, writing, attending theater, reading
Favorite Restaurants in NYC: Sottocasa for pizza; Tavern on the Green for special evenings—my friends and I once watched a fireworks display in Central Park through the windowed walls of the dining room
Last Theater I Saw and Loved: Tina: The Tina Turner Musical
Currently Reading: Five Tuesdays in Winter by Lilly King
Publications/Press: Acing It! A Mindful Guide to Maximum Results on Your College Admissions Test; One Month SAT & ACT Prep Plans; The Huffington Post; American Jewish World (print)
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Based In: New York, New York
Education: BAs in English and Psychology, Georgetown University (Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa, Top 1% of Graduating Class)
"Extracurriculars": Yoga, meditation, writing, attending theater, reading
Favorite Restaurants in NYC: Sottocasa for pizza; Tavern on the Green for special evenings—my friends and I once watched a fireworks display in Central Park through the windowed walls of the dining room
Last Theater I Saw and Loved: Tina: The Tina Turner Musical
Currently Reading: Five Tuesdays in Winter by Lilly King
Publications/Press: Acing It! A Mindful Guide to Maximum Results on Your College Admissions Test; One Month SAT & ACT Prep Plans; The Huffington Post; American Jewish World (print)
View a Downloadable PDF With Information About Erika