Hi, I’m Jensen.
Like many students, I felt the pressure and anxiety of applying to and attending a “good” college when I started the application process. But when I started looking at colleges, I had no idea what I wanted - I didn’t even know what to major in. I took on the process by myself and everything turned out fine, but if I had someone to help me through the process, a lot of stress and confusion could have been avoided.
It’s very fulfilling for me knowing that I make a difference for families and students by making this process more transparent and easier to navigate. I love knowing that I am a small part of each student’s journey in this important next chapter of their life.
All of my services are completely virtual. I have worked with families/students in multiple states and countries, though my primary demographic is currently in the greater Seattle area.
My Approach
I love working with students to foster their development as individuals. I utilize theories in student development, counseling strategies, and a broad understanding of American higher education to support students throughout their application process. These theories help me support students in developing self-advocacy, critical thinking, and independent decision-making skills. I believe there is no “right” way to success – everyone has their own path.
I strongly believe education is a human right, not a privilege. My experiences in higher education have taught me the great power education has to improve the lives of individuals, communities, and society at large. Unfortunately, I have also learned how exclusive and oppressive American higher education has been and still is. I am passionate about making higher education more inclusive and accessible to all people, as well as supporting students in their individual journeys to and through higher education.
Education & Certifications:
Certification in College Counseling, University of California- San Diego
M.S. College Student Services Administration (specialization in Multicultural Dimensions of Organizations), Oregon State University
B.A. Communication Studies, Colorado State University
B.A. Interdisciplinary Liberal Arts, Colorado State University
Minor, Business Administration, Colorado State University
Minor, Ethnic Studies, Colorado State University
