Pam Ohriner
Top College Admissions Counselor
I am an enthusiastic and dedicated college counselor located in Los Angeles that will be by your side during every step of the college application process. I see myself as a dream facilitator, and my greatest joy is seeing a student achieve their hopes and dreams. Throughout the entire process, I am there for the student and family to offer encouragement, motivation, keep you on track, and answer all questions, whether critical or small.
Pam personally works with each student and family to identify their goals and target schools. We will then set up a comprehensive college application plan to follow through on. Her goal is to guide freshman, transfer, and international students of all backgrounds and academic abilities to succeed in college and realize their full potential. We will work to make your application stand out from the rest. Whether you are aiming for the Ivy League or the University of California, Pam’s expert college counseling services will guide you through the process and maximize your chances of admission.
Professional Background
Pam completed her certification in College Counseling at UCLA, earning her Certificate with Distinction. She attended Stony Brook University and received a B.A. in Psychology and M.S. in Urban and Policy Sciences. Pam has always had a passion for education and children. After guiding her own children successfully through the independent schools in Los Angeles and the college process, Pam decided that her greatest desire was to help other students achieve success in the college process. Her children have attended the University of Southern California, New York University, and San Diego State University. In addition to founding and running Helping Hand College Guidance, Pam stays informed on standardized testing and has worked for Princeton Review. She stays up to date on college information by consistently touring universities and colleges, attending professional conferences and workshops, volunteering in schools, meeting with admissions staff, and networking with fellow professionals. Pam provides free college workshops throughout the year at various Los Angeles County public libraries, including Westwood Public Library, Malibu Public Library, and Woodland Hills Public Library. Her college application essay writing workshops and presentations on the college process are always immensely popular.
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