Learn to Flourish
Academic Coaching for Diverse Learners
You can't put your finger on it.
But something feels missing.
And no matter how much time or effort your student puts into school, they're still falling behind.
When your son or daughter is working so hard just to learn, they shouldn't have to struggle alone.
Better Learning Starts With Understanding How You Learn
Hi, I'm Dr. Deborah Barany.
As a life-long educator, I believe that your student's story as a learner, and your story as a parent, is important.
I know you've both been on a journey, and I'm here to listen and to help.
With advanced training in adolescent development, executive functioning, and mathematics, I bring decades of experience to teens and college students who want to thrive in an academic setting and beyond.
Students who flourish possess real skills that last a lifetime.
DEVELOP A GROWTH MINDSET
MANAGING TIME & PLANNING AHEAD
EFFECTIVE STUDY HABITS
HEALTHY ROUTINES
SEPARATE PROJECTS INTO TASKS
GOAL SETTING &
SELF-ASSESSMENT
SELF-ADVOCACY
PURPOSEFUL NOTE TAKING
ORGANIZED NOTEBOOKS & FILES
Get started with a conversation.
Here's how it works.
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Tell me about your student.
Send me an email introduction with your student's challenges and goals.
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Schedule a family meeting.
A student's readiness is essential to a coaching relationship. We'll establish shared goals and form a plan.
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Book your first appointment.
We'll start by laying the foundation with skills to become a lifelong learner.
Coaching Plans
From on-line learning skills to on-going math support, coaching plans vary depending on your student's need.
“Debby believes deeply in the students she serves. She’s not only a terrific academic coach, she’s also an educational partner for families and fellow learning specialists. ”
Academic breakthroughs can happen.
“ Debby has been an amazing tutor for all three of my kids. She has been committed to helping them succeed, providing compassion, support and inspiration throughout the process. With her engagement and insights, she has discovered each one’s unique learning abilities, to help them build skills and develop successful academic habits. “
— Clare , Jesuit High School Parent
“Debby not only helped our daughter through all four years of high school math and overall development in executive function, she also helped cultivate her self-esteem and self-confidence.”
— Karen, Jesuit High School Parent
Learning Strategies for School & Life
Academic Coaching for High School and College Students