Olivia Burd

Olivia brings insider admissions knowledge from evaluating applications at Vanderbilt University, combined with clinical counseling training to support students' social-emotional well-being throughout the college process. Her experience as the first Newcomer Counselor at a Nashville charter school demonstrates her commitment to first-generation, immigrant, and underserved populations, while her strengths-based approach integrates Narrative Therapy and Motivational Interviewing techniques.

Maria G., San Francisco, California: "Olivia's experience at Vanderbilt gave her insider knowledge of selective admissions that was invaluable. As a first-generation family, we appreciated her expertise working with immigrant students and her clinical counseling background that helped my daughter manage application stress. Her essay coaching helped craft authentic narratives that showcased her bicultural identity. Thanks to Olivia's guidance, my daughter was accepted to multiple competitive schools with strong aid."

Jennifer and Tom L., Oakland, California: "Olivia's clinical counseling training set her apart—she understood our son's anxiety and provided coping strategies alongside college guidance. Her social justice lens and multicultural competencies meant she celebrated his identity rather than seeing it as a barrier. Her Vanderbilt admissions experience gave strategic insights we couldn't find elsewhere. We're grateful for her holistic, equity-focused approach throughout this journey."

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