COLLEGE COACHING CAN GET YOUR CHILD ON TRACK!
We work with students all over the world virtually!
Our coaches empower students to succeed academically and build valuable life skills that will serve them well beyond college!
ANXIETY, STRESS, SOCIAL SKILLS, SELF-ESTEEM CONFIDENCE&MORE
When your child is struggling, the whole family is affected. At LFC, we help you navigate the challenges of parenting while we explore your family's concerns and customize strength based action plans. Working with a child/teen/college student or the entire family, we give you the tools needed to strengthen your family.
About Us
MELISSA LIPSON, M.S.Ed. Founder
For over three decades, I have been working with children, teens, young adults and families by providing the tools, skills and resources needed to make positive changes. I guide my clients with self-exploration and strategies to move forward to more positive outcomes, harmony and happiness. My immersive approach to applying Social Emotional Learning practices into daily life is fun, gentle and transformational. I have a passion and unstoppable drive to strengthen families. I work with countless families struggling to achieve balance in a fast-paced world. I practice and teach Social Emotional Learning to children, caregivers, families and organizations.
I received my M.S. Ed. degree in Guidance and Counseling (K-12) from Montclair State University and my B.A. from Northeastern University. I hold certifications in Life Coaching, ADHD Awareness and Mindfulness Techniques. Beginning my career as a classroom teacher in 1990, I was inspired to work with children and families. I spent over the last two decades working as a school counselor in Rockland County, NY.
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Jennifer E Luongo, M.S.Ed.
Jennifer earned her MSEd in School Counseling from University of Pennsylvania and BA in Psychology from Lehigh University; she has also received advanced certificates in Social-Emotional/Character Development from Rutgers University and Educational Administration from SUNY New Paltz.
In her 23 years as an educator, Jennifer has strived to provide students and their families with tools and skills to manage life's vast range of experiences. As a school counselor, she focuses on the multiple dimensions of health which contribute to overall wellness, incorporating practices which will assist in the process of enhancing one's well-being such as goal setting, activity-based mindfulness and self-care.
Jennifer's passion for supporting and connecting with youth extends beyond the workplace. Within the community, Jennifer has been a foster parent, Youth Employment Bureau Job Coach, mentor with Big Brothers & Big Sisters, and a Girl Scout leader.
Stephanie Stone, M.S.
Stephanie has worked with children in various settings for over 15 years while bringing social and emotional wellness into her career both at school and at home. While working as a nanny, Stephanie found herself implementing ‘Mindfulness Moments’- during car rides to day camp, before soccer games, in between math homework problems, pre-dinner fights with siblings etc... It didn’t take long for her to discover her passion; implementing mindfulness in our daily lives. The act of simply being present in a moment.
Now, as an Elementary School Counselor, Stephanie brings mindfulness into all of her counseling sessions, small groups, classroom lessons, and after-school clubs.
Research has shown that a child who practices mindfulness is less stressed, can improve their ability to express their feelings, better regulate their emotions, and have an understanding of what they need to be their best kid-self- which is what we all want, right?
RYAN DOYLE, M.S. Ed. College Advisor/Coach
Ryan earned his M.A. in School Counseling from NYU and B.A. in Communications from the College of Saint Rose. Ryan has been a school counselor for over 25 years. Ryan prioritizes his work with his students to focus on overall wellness. Achieving academic and social goals begins with identifying one’s authentic drive.
Working together we can identify your true passion and what inspires you. Realize your purpose and make an impact.
Ryan’s philosophy is; With coaching you do not have to navigate life’s challenges on your own, and your coach is in your corner to help.
COLLEGE SUCCESS COACHING
Our trained executive functioning college coaches help students achieve their personal best while away at school…with less stress! Our coaches assist with scheduling, selecting courses, review syllabi/coursework, time management, organization, problem solving, study skills, preparing for long term assignments/exams, social pressures and more.
SESSION SCHEDULE
*Weekly sessions (virtually or telephone)
*Weekly Power Check -In (10 minutes)- for accountability, monitor plans and troubleshooting
*Parent Update- 2x month
SERVICES
ONE ON ONE COACHING
Child, Teen, Young Adult Coaching creates a friendly, positive, trusting and non – judgmental opportunity to enhance and strengthen your child’s social – emotional development.
- Take charge of their life
- Increase confidence
- Increase ability to manage stress, anxiety and depression
- Foster independence
- Become Self-Aware
- Improve communication skills
- Create goals to follow their dreams
FAMILY COACHING
Family Coaching is about helping families figure out what they want, what is keeping them from getting there and how to get there. We will create a customized action plan together that will meet your families needs.
GROUP COACHING
Group Coaching works to support the following necessary life skills needed for success and developing positive relationships.
- Self-Awareness/Self-Management
- Relationship Skills
- Social Awareness
- Decision Making
Your Child will learn strategies to become more self- aware and be able to manage their emotions so that they can transform their behavior. Through coaching, children will receive tools and strategies needed to achieve desired goals/results.