Christine Barnes, LCSW
Combining clinical insight with admissions expertise to help students find their path — with less stress and more confidence.
Schedule a Free ConsultationA holistic approach to college admissions that supports the whole student.
Most families build a list based on name recognition and rankings. I build it around your student -- their academic profile, how they learn, what kind of environment they will actually thrive in, and where they have a real shot at merit aid.
For students who want to compete for selective programs, the work starts well before senior year. I identify opportunities tailored to each student that strengthen and differentiate their profile over time, then carry that narrative all the way through to submission.
For families coming to the process in senior year. My clinical background means I am good at helping students figure out what their real story is -- not a polished version of what they think admissions wants to hear. That difference shows up on the page.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker turned admissions consultant, I bring something most consultants can't — a deep understanding of mental health, family dynamics, and what it actually takes to help a young person present their most genuine self.
I've seen firsthand how the admissions process can amplify anxiety and erode confidence. My practice is built to counter that — offering structure, support, and a calm presence when things feel overwhelming.
Clinical Expertise
Meets Admissions Strategy
Understanding the whole student — goals, fears, strengths
Building a timeline and strategy that reduces overwhelm
Crafting authentic essays and applications together
Navigating decisions with clarity and confidence
Every engagement is one-on-one with Christine. No assistants, no outsourcing. Payment plans are available.
$3,500
A strategically built school list grounded in your student's academic profile, goals, and fit — not just rankings. Research-backed positioning, not a spreadsheet.
$7,500
Starting junior year or earlier
Long-horizon strategy for students who want to compete for selective programs. The full engagement — from profile-building to submission day.
$4,500
For families coming to the process late. Focused on helping your student find and tell their authentic story — with clinical insight most consultants don't have.
$1,500 per day + travel expenses
High-stakes decisions deserve a second set of trained eyes. Christine can accompany your family on campus visits — asking the questions you won't think to ask, reading the environment with a clinician's instincts, and helping your student process what they're feeling in real time. Available as an add-on with any package.
All packages are one-on-one with Christine. Payment plans available. Schedule a free consultation to discuss which option fits your student.
Schedule a free 20-minute consultation to see if we're a good fit.
(254) 355-3900