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Anne Johnson
Oct 10, 20245 min read
Checking In on Your College Freshman: A Mental Health Self-Assessment Checklist for October
Checking in on your freshman’s well-being during this time can be helpful, but it’s also important to guide them in developing the skills
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Anne Johnson
Oct 2, 20244 min read
When Are College Admissions Deadlines? Understanding Early Action, Early Decision, Rolling, and Regular Admissions for Parents of Students with Mental Health Needs
I'll break down the four common types of college application timelines—Early Action, Early Decision, Rolling Admission, and Regular Decision
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Anne Johnson
Sep 25, 20245 min read
Should You Write About Mental Health in Your College Essay? A Guide for Parents of Juniors and Seniors
Many students are contemplating their Common App essay. For students who have dealt with mental health challenges, the question arises
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Anne Johnson
Sep 18, 20245 min read
How to Manage College Application Anxiety: 8 Tips for Parents and Students
Read on for my 8 tips to manage college application anxiety. Taking a proactive, compassionate approach can guide your child through this
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Anne Johnson
Sep 11, 20245 min read
6 Tips for Supporting Your High Schooler Through College Admissions and Mental Health Challenges
Below are 6 tips for supporting your child through the college admissions process if they have a mental health condition and even if they
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Anne Johnson
Sep 4, 20244 min read
How to Pay for College?
Thinking about how to pay for college is on most of your minds if you are the parent of a junior or a senior. One critical aspect often...
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Anne Johnson
Aug 21, 20244 min read
How is Grade Point Average Calculated for College Admissions?
As the parent of a high school junior or senior, you might be well aware of the importance of grade point average (GPA) in the college...
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Anne Johnson
Aug 15, 20245 min read
How Does a Gap Year Work?
Exploring Alternative Paths After High School: A Guide for Parents. As the parent of a high school junior or senior
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Anne Johnson
Aug 7, 20244 min read
What College Admission Offices Really Want!
They want to talk to you! Sometimes, the college admissions process can seem impossible to make sense of, but one critical aspect that...
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Anne Johnson
Jul 31, 202432 min read
How to Navigate Post-High School Options with Mental Health in Mind - Hear from a Parent Who Has Been There Before
Navigating Post-High School Options with a Child with Mental Health can feel lonely, but you're not alone. Find support & hope from a parent
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Anne Johnson
Jul 24, 20245 min read
How to Get College Applications Done? 4 Organizational Tips for Success!
This blog will cover some of my favorite practices and give you a sneak peek at the spreadsheet I use with the students I work with!
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Anne Johnson
Jul 17, 20247 min read
Common Application Resources for Rising Seniors and Their Parents
In this blog post, I will demystify the Common Application, commonly called the Common App. The Common App is a one-stop application...
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Anne Johnson
Jul 10, 20241 min read
An Interview with a Mental Health Counselor on the College Search and Transition
Transitioning to college or beginning the search for a college can pose challenges, particularly for students who have mental health...
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Anne Johnson
Jul 2, 20242 min read
Video Interview - Exploring Recovery Support @ Virginia Commonwealth University
In this video, I had the privilege of interviewing Tom Bannard, the Assistant Director for Recovery Support at Virginia Commonwealth...
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Anne Johnson
Jun 26, 20244 min read
An Essential Guide to Recommendation Letters in the College Admissions Process
As the school year approaches and you and your rising senior start thinking about college applications, one component can be confusing:...
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Anne Johnson
Jun 19, 20244 min read
College Essay Writing Overview: What Your Teen Needs To Know
In my continuing series about researching the application requirements for each college, this week, I am discussing the college essay....
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Anne Johnson
Jun 5, 20244 min read
Understanding Minimum GPA Requirements and Major-Specific Requirements for College Admissions
The college admissions process has multiple requirements, which can sometimes seem overwhelming, especially for parents new to this...
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Anne Johnson
May 29, 20245 min read
Demystifying Standardized Tests in College Admissions - the SAT, ACT, and Test-Optional Policies
Researching what each college requires for the admissions process can be daunting, especially when it comes to understanding various...
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Anne Johnson
May 22, 20245 min read
Mental Health Accommodations in College: Can a College Kick You Out For Mental Health?
As you are thinking ahead to your teenager starting college, you might have wondered how mental health accommodations work, especially if...
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Anne Johnson
May 15, 20245 min read
Navigating Teen Mental Health and Social Media in the College Admissions Process
If we have a teenager or work with one, we know that social media influences all aspects of their lives, including their mental health...
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