Your success begins here.

"Anita was the first career counselor that really listened to what I wanted to do and thought outside the box in terms of a career I would excel in."

"She helped me stay organized and find the college that was right for me! I will be attending UNC next fall all thanks to Anita!"

"Anita invests in her students and doesn't just tell a student what he or she wants to hear. It was an absolute pleasure to work with Anita..."

"As a first-generation college student, the intricacies of the professional world were something I was not exposed to, but Anita was patient and thorough to give me the confidence and skills to succeed."

"Anita gives 110% to any initiative she takes on."

"She made the whole process of applying to college much easier, fun and low stress for me..."

"Not only is she qualified in her work and her results, she also one of your biggest supporters and is a rock for you throughout the application period."

" I cannot recommend Anita enough as her genuine personal investment in my daughter was key in making this process easy and ultimately successful."

"She kept me focused and goal oriented and opened my eyes to a plethora of opportunities that I would never have found on my own."

" I am a naturally shy person but I felt comfortable speaking freely about my essays because of how personable Anita was. "

"She has a wealth of experience in industry and in advising students interested in finance, management consulting, and other business careers. I wouldn't be in my current role without Anita's help... "

"Anita is a college admissions whisperer. Even better, our daughter says, “Anita is and always will be one of my absolute favorite people.""

"I can't imagine my college application process without Anita's support and guidance. With her help, I will be attending my dream school..."

"Her warmth and energy leaves me with a feeling of both calm and gratitude. "

"Having a college expert in our corner made all the difference in the world in decompressing the potential hostile environment between parent/child associated with the stressful application process."

"She has gone above and beyond...her resume building and writing skills made her an irreplaceable asset while I searched and interviewed for various job opportunities."

"I wouldn’t have been able to do it without her!"

"As an international student, I needed help and we worked through WhatsApp calls which was extremely convenient for me. She organized our schedules and with her multicultural background she understood what I needed."

"She dedicates herself to your career search and works diligently until you are on the career path you want! HIGHLY recommended!"

"Anita has the unique ability to remain personable with her advisees while pushing them to reach outside of their comfort zones"

"The best decision we made in the college application process was to reach out to Anita! "

"As soon as I met with Anita it was like the ideas starting pouring in. It was like our minds just clicked, and there was no stopping the creativity of my essays..."

"Thank you Anita for your professionalism, organization and your joyful attitude throughout the college application process. You were able to connect with my daughter and get her motivated and inspired."

"Anita Stockmans is one of a kind. From the compassion that she shows for each and every one of her students to her infectious positive energy, Anita never ceased to amaze me..."

"As a child of immigrants, I was able to deeply relate to Anita's story and she guided me as I realized what it meant to be a first generation American and how my perspective is unique."

"Anita is a wonderful person and coach; it is clear that she cares deeply about her students and their successes."

"I learned to purge the fluff from my essays and write about what is truly meaningful."

"I remain in awe of Anita's ability to motivate and inspire my son through the whole admissions process, from school selections, and essay writing, to admission interviews and decision day."

"She truly made me feel valued and was able to bring out the best in me and help me put it into words."

"After trying a variety of counselors, we finally found one that was AMAZING to work with. She immediately helped my daughter who has ADD hone in on an essay topic that was creative and incredibly on pointe!"

"Anita is a woman of endless talents and charisma. She is brilliant, innovative, passionate, and dedicated to her work."

"She was curious, creative and hardworking – a great generalist who was able to bridge the gap between leading edge software technology and practical business applications."

"If Anita were a brand, she would be: smart, witty, dedicated, reliable, passionate, creative and funny. A giver of brilliant insights. An all 'round fabulous person."

" A student with good (but not great grades) and better (but not perfect) test scores earned admission to her top choice engineering school AND was awarded a six-figure merit based Presidential Scholarship. "

"She is extraordinarily successful in the cultivation and stewarding of relationships with employers for internships and full time opportunities and is one of our most highly rated career counselor/coaches by students and alumni alike."

"Anita was a perfect fit to work with through a confusing and stressful process. Her creativity and passion gave me the guidance needed..."

"Anita is so kind, encouraging, and reassuring! She is an emotionally intelligent person who understands both teens and parents at this crucial crossroads. "

"Besides being a brilliant, caring, and kind person, Anita is a fabulous, thorough, and responsive essay coach and college prep counselor. "

"Anita taught me how to reveal who I really am in an essay. I was accepted to 11 of the 19 colleges, and I am happy to say that I will be attending Duke."

"Her method to "building a story" has allowed me to succeed at interviews, shine on career panels, and allowed me to advise others on their own professional development. I have found in Anita an excellent mentor and guide..."

"Through this process, I identified the culture I value in the workplace and learned to translate my experiences into marketable skills. This helped me identify internships and jobs where I clicked with the team..."

"She was very creative as a marketer and at the same time hard-working and detail-oriented. "

"Anita has a rare ability to relate intimately to each of her students' pathways...nudging them to think about why they do what they do... I am inspired to stay bold because she believes in me."

"Anita was a breath of fresh positive air...Anita's zen attitude and beautiful personality brought out the best in me and my writing! "

" I consider my daughter's application process to be a huge success in that she stayed on top of each deliverable, her essays conveyed her unique accomplishments and goals, the stress level was minimal for all involved, and she was admitted to the majority of the Universities where she applied. "

"Every student needs someone like Anita!"

"My experience with Anita was superb."

"The college/post-secondary process can be very overwhelming, but with the support I had; what seemed impossible became very manageable. "

"She created space for [our son's] unique voice to be heard, designed accountability timelines for him to complete, and supported him from the beginning to the end of the process."

"Anita Stockmans is equal parts a savvy admission counselor, an energetic coach, and a high school student's best adult friend in helping to navigate and lead to a successful college admissions process and outcome."

"Having Anita helped me to feel less stressed and confused during the complicated college admissions process."

"To put it simply, Anita Stockmans is a compassionate, inspiring, and motivating counselor who goes above and beyond the call of duty time and time again."

"My daughter felt comfortable and found her voice in every essay she wrote. She actually enjoyed the experience. I enjoyed it as well since all I had to deal with was a happy teen. "

"She was insightful, creative and always able to look at projects with a keen eye for what would be most effective."

"My favorite thing about Anita is that she isn't an annoying adult at all! She is very cool and I never dreading going to appointments with her."

"She was always available and promptly responded to any questions we had. Her coaching style made a huge difference in [my son's] college applications with great outcomes at highly selective colleges. It was also stress relief for us!"

"She truly is one of the most creative and empowering people I have ever met and has pushed me to think about my life in ways I never had before. "

"She asked [my son] the most compelling questions and ushered him through self exploratory questionnaires until, in a miraculous turn of events, he told his own story. Anita was able to help him hone in on exactly what it is about him that sets him apart."

"Anita is absolutely the best college sherpa on the planet!"

"Was she creative? Very, and this in combination with all the other characteristics is what made her exceptional."

"Thanks to Anita's help, I was admitted to Davidson College,my top choice."

"Anita was a terrific coach, cheerleader and advisor...She cared about my well-being and happiness and talked through my options with me with those in mind."

"In a stressful time, Anita was thoughtful, enthusiastic, and more than capable of helping us to create original, great essays."

"Not only did she help me edit my ideas into properly formatted essays, but she also helped me stay sane through the process."

"I was a nervous wreck going into the college application process but she made applying to college a breeze and fun process!"

"By the end of our first meeting, Anita had demonstrated genuine commitment to my long-term growth and inspired a new optimism in my outlook...Everyone who knows Anita has a deep respect and gratitude for her."

"I don't think I could have made it through the college admissions process without Anita's guidance."

"Anita gave great advice for how I should structure my essays and helped me to find my voice...I received a scholarship because of Anita's help during my college application process"

"Anita’s uncanny ability to provide valuable, relevant insights saved the day. Not only did she fully prepare me for the job search, but her infectious energy and motivational spirit actually made me excited to get the ball rolling..."

"In our humble opinion, don't think twice just get up with Anita. Just DO IT!"

"Anita is an ocean of insight and motivation, and her career counseling sessions fly by like a day at the beach."

"She instilled a tremendous amount of confidence in my skills and helped me tailor my distinctive value proposition for interviews. I will be starting my dream job this fall and know that this would not have been possible without Anita!"

"She helped me connect with myself in the process of creating a narrative from my thoughts, memories, and emotions. Not only an experienced editor, she is also a good friend."

"She knew all the perfect ways to bring out my best ideas and I am so grateful for all of her hard work."

"I can not say enough about the positive difference Bright Star Coach made for all of us- taking away the stress and worry of senior year decision making and leaving us knowing our daughter was in the best hands possible."

"Anita was the first career counselor that really listened to what I wanted to do and thought outside the box in terms of a career I would excel in."

"She helped me stay organized and find the college that was right for me! I will be attending UNC next fall all thanks to Anita!"

"Anita invests in her students and doesn't just tell a student what he or she wants to hear. It was an absolute pleasure to work with Anita..."

"As a first-generation college student, the intricacies of the professional world were something I was not exposed to, but Anita was patient and thorough to give me the confidence and skills to succeed."

"Anita gives 110% to any initiative she takes on."

"She made the whole process of applying to college much easier, fun and low stress for me..."

"Not only is she qualified in her work and her results, she also one of your biggest supporters and is a rock for you throughout the application period."

" I cannot recommend Anita enough as her genuine personal investment in my daughter was key in making this process easy and ultimately successful."

"She kept me focused and goal oriented and opened my eyes to a plethora of opportunities that I would never have found on my own."

" I am a naturally shy person but I felt comfortable speaking freely about my essays because of how personable Anita was. "

"She has a wealth of experience in industry and in advising students interested in finance, management consulting, and other business careers. I wouldn't be in my current role without Anita's help... "

"Anita is a college admissions whisperer. Even better, our daughter says, “Anita is and always will be one of my absolute favorite people.""

"I can't imagine my college application process without Anita's support and guidance. With her help, I will be attending my dream school..."

"Her warmth and energy leaves me with a feeling of both calm and gratitude. "

"Having a college expert in our corner made all the difference in the world in decompressing the potential hostile environment between parent/child associated with the stressful application process."

"She has gone above and beyond...her resume building and writing skills made her an irreplaceable asset while I searched and interviewed for various job opportunities."

"I wouldn’t have been able to do it without her!"

"As an international student, I needed help and we worked through WhatsApp calls which was extremely convenient for me. She organized our schedules and with her multicultural background she understood what I needed."

"She dedicates herself to your career search and works diligently until you are on the career path you want! HIGHLY recommended!"

"Anita has the unique ability to remain personable with her advisees while pushing them to reach outside of their comfort zones"

"The best decision we made in the college application process was to reach out to Anita! "

"As soon as I met with Anita it was like the ideas starting pouring in. It was like our minds just clicked, and there was no stopping the creativity of my essays..."

"Thank you Anita for your professionalism, organization and your joyful attitude throughout the college application process. You were able to connect with my daughter and get her motivated and inspired."

"Anita Stockmans is one of a kind. From the compassion that she shows for each and every one of her students to her infectious positive energy, Anita never ceased to amaze me..."

"As a child of immigrants, I was able to deeply relate to Anita's story and she guided me as I realized what it meant to be a first generation American and how my perspective is unique."

"Anita is a wonderful person and coach; it is clear that she cares deeply about her students and their successes."

"I learned to purge the fluff from my essays and write about what is truly meaningful."

"I remain in awe of Anita's ability to motivate and inspire my son through the whole admissions process, from school selections, and essay writing, to admission interviews and decision day."

"She truly made me feel valued and was able to bring out the best in me and help me put it into words."

"After trying a variety of counselors, we finally found one that was AMAZING to work with. She immediately helped my daughter who has ADD hone in on an essay topic that was creative and incredibly on pointe!"

"Anita is a woman of endless talents and charisma. She is brilliant, innovative, passionate, and dedicated to her work."

"She was curious, creative and hardworking – a great generalist who was able to bridge the gap between leading edge software technology and practical business applications."

"If Anita were a brand, she would be: smart, witty, dedicated, reliable, passionate, creative and funny. A giver of brilliant insights. An all 'round fabulous person."

" A student with good (but not great grades) and better (but not perfect) test scores earned admission to her top choice engineering school AND was awarded a six-figure merit based Presidential Scholarship. "

"She is extraordinarily successful in the cultivation and stewarding of relationships with employers for internships and full time opportunities and is one of our most highly rated career counselor/coaches by students and alumni alike."

"Anita was a perfect fit to work with through a confusing and stressful process. Her creativity and passion gave me the guidance needed..."

"Anita is so kind, encouraging, and reassuring! She is an emotionally intelligent person who understands both teens and parents at this crucial crossroads. "

"Besides being a brilliant, caring, and kind person, Anita is a fabulous, thorough, and responsive essay coach and college prep counselor. "

"Anita taught me how to reveal who I really am in an essay. I was accepted to 11 of the 19 colleges, and I am happy to say that I will be attending Duke."

"Her method to "building a story" has allowed me to succeed at interviews, shine on career panels, and allowed me to advise others on their own professional development. I have found in Anita an excellent mentor and guide..."

"Through this process, I identified the culture I value in the workplace and learned to translate my experiences into marketable skills. This helped me identify internships and jobs where I clicked with the team..."

"She was very creative as a marketer and at the same time hard-working and detail-oriented. "

"Anita has a rare ability to relate intimately to each of her students' pathways...nudging them to think about why they do what they do... I am inspired to stay bold because she believes in me."

"Anita was a breath of fresh positive air...Anita's zen attitude and beautiful personality brought out the best in me and my writing! "

" I consider my daughter's application process to be a huge success in that she stayed on top of each deliverable, her essays conveyed her unique accomplishments and goals, the stress level was minimal for all involved, and she was admitted to the majority of the Universities where she applied. "

"Every student needs someone like Anita!"

"My experience with Anita was superb."

"The college/post-secondary process can be very overwhelming, but with the support I had; what seemed impossible became very manageable. "

"She created space for [our son's] unique voice to be heard, designed accountability timelines for him to complete, and supported him from the beginning to the end of the process."

"Anita Stockmans is equal parts a savvy admission counselor, an energetic coach, and a high school student's best adult friend in helping to navigate and lead to a successful college admissions process and outcome."

"Having Anita helped me to feel less stressed and confused during the complicated college admissions process."

"To put it simply, Anita Stockmans is a compassionate, inspiring, and motivating counselor who goes above and beyond the call of duty time and time again."

"My daughter felt comfortable and found her voice in every essay she wrote. She actually enjoyed the experience. I enjoyed it as well since all I had to deal with was a happy teen. "

"She was insightful, creative and always able to look at projects with a keen eye for what would be most effective."

"My favorite thing about Anita is that she isn't an annoying adult at all! She is very cool and I never dreading going to appointments with her."

"She was always available and promptly responded to any questions we had. Her coaching style made a huge difference in [my son's] college applications with great outcomes at highly selective colleges. It was also stress relief for us!"

"She truly is one of the most creative and empowering people I have ever met and has pushed me to think about my life in ways I never had before. "

"She asked [my son] the most compelling questions and ushered him through self exploratory questionnaires until, in a miraculous turn of events, he told his own story. Anita was able to help him hone in on exactly what it is about him that sets him apart."

"Anita is absolutely the best college sherpa on the planet!"

"Was she creative? Very, and this in combination with all the other characteristics is what made her exceptional."

"Thanks to Anita's help, I was admitted to Davidson College,my top choice."

"Anita was a terrific coach, cheerleader and advisor...She cared about my well-being and happiness and talked through my options with me with those in mind."

"In a stressful time, Anita was thoughtful, enthusiastic, and more than capable of helping us to create original, great essays."

"Not only did she help me edit my ideas into properly formatted essays, but she also helped me stay sane through the process."

"I was a nervous wreck going into the college application process but she made applying to college a breeze and fun process!"

"By the end of our first meeting, Anita had demonstrated genuine commitment to my long-term growth and inspired a new optimism in my outlook...Everyone who knows Anita has a deep respect and gratitude for her."

"I don't think I could have made it through the college admissions process without Anita's guidance."

"Anita gave great advice for how I should structure my essays and helped me to find my voice...I received a scholarship because of Anita's help during my college application process"

"Anita’s uncanny ability to provide valuable, relevant insights saved the day. Not only did she fully prepare me for the job search, but her infectious energy and motivational spirit actually made me excited to get the ball rolling..."

"In our humble opinion, don't think twice just get up with Anita. Just DO IT!"

"Anita is an ocean of insight and motivation, and her career counseling sessions fly by like a day at the beach."

"She instilled a tremendous amount of confidence in my skills and helped me tailor my distinctive value proposition for interviews. I will be starting my dream job this fall and know that this would not have been possible without Anita!"

"She helped me connect with myself in the process of creating a narrative from my thoughts, memories, and emotions. Not only an experienced editor, she is also a good friend."

"She knew all the perfect ways to bring out my best ideas and I am so grateful for all of her hard work."

"I can not say enough about the positive difference Bright Star Coach made for all of us- taking away the stress and worry of senior year decision making and leaving us knowing our daughter was in the best hands possible."

"Anita was the first career counselor that really listened to what I wanted to do and thought outside the box in terms of a career I would excel in."

"She helped me stay organized and find the college that was right for me! I will be attending UNC next fall all thanks to Anita!"

"Anita invests in her students and doesn't just tell a student what he or she wants to hear. It was an absolute pleasure to work with Anita..."

"As a first-generation college student, the intricacies of the professional world were something I was not exposed to, but Anita was patient and thorough to give me the confidence and skills to succeed."

"Anita gives 110% to any initiative she takes on."

"She made the whole process of applying to college much easier, fun and low stress for me..."

"Not only is she qualified in her work and her results, she also one of your biggest supporters and is a rock for you throughout the application period."

" I cannot recommend Anita enough as her genuine personal investment in my daughter was key in making this process easy and ultimately successful."

"She kept me focused and goal oriented and opened my eyes to a plethora of opportunities that I would never have found on my own."

" I am a naturally shy person but I felt comfortable speaking freely about my essays because of how personable Anita was. "

"She has a wealth of experience in industry and in advising students interested in finance, management consulting, and other business careers. I wouldn't be in my current role without Anita's help... "

"Anita is a college admissions whisperer. Even better, our daughter says, “Anita is and always will be one of my absolute favorite people.""

"I can't imagine my college application process without Anita's support and guidance. With her help, I will be attending my dream school..."

"Her warmth and energy leaves me with a feeling of both calm and gratitude. "

"Having a college expert in our corner made all the difference in the world in decompressing the potential hostile environment between parent/child associated with the stressful application process."

"She has gone above and beyond...her resume building and writing skills made her an irreplaceable asset while I searched and interviewed for various job opportunities."

"I wouldn’t have been able to do it without her!"

"As an international student, I needed help and we worked through WhatsApp calls which was extremely convenient for me. She organized our schedules and with her multicultural background she understood what I needed."

"She dedicates herself to your career search and works diligently until you are on the career path you want! HIGHLY recommended!"

"Anita has the unique ability to remain personable with her advisees while pushing them to reach outside of their comfort zones"

"The best decision we made in the college application process was to reach out to Anita! "

"As soon as I met with Anita it was like the ideas starting pouring in. It was like our minds just clicked, and there was no stopping the creativity of my essays..."

"Thank you Anita for your professionalism, organization and your joyful attitude throughout the college application process. You were able to connect with my daughter and get her motivated and inspired."

"Anita Stockmans is one of a kind. From the compassion that she shows for each and every one of her students to her infectious positive energy, Anita never ceased to amaze me..."

"As a child of immigrants, I was able to deeply relate to Anita's story and she guided me as I realized what it meant to be a first generation American and how my perspective is unique."

"Anita is a wonderful person and coach; it is clear that she cares deeply about her students and their successes."

"I learned to purge the fluff from my essays and write about what is truly meaningful."

"I remain in awe of Anita's ability to motivate and inspire my son through the whole admissions process, from school selections, and essay writing, to admission interviews and decision day."

"She truly made me feel valued and was able to bring out the best in me and help me put it into words."

"After trying a variety of counselors, we finally found one that was AMAZING to work with. She immediately helped my daughter who has ADD hone in on an essay topic that was creative and incredibly on pointe!"

"Anita is a woman of endless talents and charisma. She is brilliant, innovative, passionate, and dedicated to her work."

"She was curious, creative and hardworking – a great generalist who was able to bridge the gap between leading edge software technology and practical business applications."

"If Anita were a brand, she would be: smart, witty, dedicated, reliable, passionate, creative and funny. A giver of brilliant insights. An all 'round fabulous person."

" A student with good (but not great grades) and better (but not perfect) test scores earned admission to her top choice engineering school AND was awarded a six-figure merit based Presidential Scholarship. "

"She is extraordinarily successful in the cultivation and stewarding of relationships with employers for internships and full time opportunities and is one of our most highly rated career counselor/coaches by students and alumni alike."

"Anita was a perfect fit to work with through a confusing and stressful process. Her creativity and passion gave me the guidance needed..."

"Anita is so kind, encouraging, and reassuring! She is an emotionally intelligent person who understands both teens and parents at this crucial crossroads. "

"Besides being a brilliant, caring, and kind person, Anita is a fabulous, thorough, and responsive essay coach and college prep counselor. "

"Anita taught me how to reveal who I really am in an essay. I was accepted to 11 of the 19 colleges, and I am happy to say that I will be attending Duke."

"Her method to "building a story" has allowed me to succeed at interviews, shine on career panels, and allowed me to advise others on their own professional development. I have found in Anita an excellent mentor and guide..."

"Through this process, I identified the culture I value in the workplace and learned to translate my experiences into marketable skills. This helped me identify internships and jobs where I clicked with the team..."

"She was very creative as a marketer and at the same time hard-working and detail-oriented. "

"Anita has a rare ability to relate intimately to each of her students' pathways...nudging them to think about why they do what they do... I am inspired to stay bold because she believes in me."

"Anita was a breath of fresh positive air...Anita's zen attitude and beautiful personality brought out the best in me and my writing! "

" I consider my daughter's application process to be a huge success in that she stayed on top of each deliverable, her essays conveyed her unique accomplishments and goals, the stress level was minimal for all involved, and she was admitted to the majority of the Universities where she applied. "

"Every student needs someone like Anita!"

"My experience with Anita was superb."

"The college/post-secondary process can be very overwhelming, but with the support I had; what seemed impossible became very manageable. "

"She created space for [our son's] unique voice to be heard, designed accountability timelines for him to complete, and supported him from the beginning to the end of the process."

"Anita Stockmans is equal parts a savvy admission counselor, an energetic coach, and a high school student's best adult friend in helping to navigate and lead to a successful college admissions process and outcome."

"Having Anita helped me to feel less stressed and confused during the complicated college admissions process."

"To put it simply, Anita Stockmans is a compassionate, inspiring, and motivating counselor who goes above and beyond the call of duty time and time again."

"My daughter felt comfortable and found her voice in every essay she wrote. She actually enjoyed the experience. I enjoyed it as well since all I had to deal with was a happy teen. "

"She was insightful, creative and always able to look at projects with a keen eye for what would be most effective."

"My favorite thing about Anita is that she isn't an annoying adult at all! She is very cool and I never dreading going to appointments with her."

"She was always available and promptly responded to any questions we had. Her coaching style made a huge difference in [my son's] college applications with great outcomes at highly selective colleges. It was also stress relief for us!"

"She truly is one of the most creative and empowering people I have ever met and has pushed me to think about my life in ways I never had before. "

"She asked [my son] the most compelling questions and ushered him through self exploratory questionnaires until, in a miraculous turn of events, he told his own story. Anita was able to help him hone in on exactly what it is about him that sets him apart."

"Anita is absolutely the best college sherpa on the planet!"

"Was she creative? Very, and this in combination with all the other characteristics is what made her exceptional."

"Thanks to Anita's help, I was admitted to Davidson College,my top choice."

"Anita was a terrific coach, cheerleader and advisor...She cared about my well-being and happiness and talked through my options with me with those in mind."

"In a stressful time, Anita was thoughtful, enthusiastic, and more than capable of helping us to create original, great essays."

"Not only did she help me edit my ideas into properly formatted essays, but she also helped me stay sane through the process."

"I was a nervous wreck going into the college application process but she made applying to college a breeze and fun process!"

"By the end of our first meeting, Anita had demonstrated genuine commitment to my long-term growth and inspired a new optimism in my outlook...Everyone who knows Anita has a deep respect and gratitude for her."

"I don't think I could have made it through the college admissions process without Anita's guidance."

"Anita gave great advice for how I should structure my essays and helped me to find my voice...I received a scholarship because of Anita's help during my college application process"

"Anita’s uncanny ability to provide valuable, relevant insights saved the day. Not only did she fully prepare me for the job search, but her infectious energy and motivational spirit actually made me excited to get the ball rolling..."

"In our humble opinion, don't think twice just get up with Anita. Just DO IT!"

"Anita is an ocean of insight and motivation, and her career counseling sessions fly by like a day at the beach."

"She instilled a tremendous amount of confidence in my skills and helped me tailor my distinctive value proposition for interviews. I will be starting my dream job this fall and know that this would not have been possible without Anita!"

"She helped me connect with myself in the process of creating a narrative from my thoughts, memories, and emotions. Not only an experienced editor, she is also a good friend."

"She knew all the perfect ways to bring out my best ideas and I am so grateful for all of her hard work."

"I can not say enough about the positive difference Bright Star Coach made for all of us- taking away the stress and worry of senior year decision making and leaving us knowing our daughter was in the best hands possible."

"Anita was the first career counselor that really listened to what I wanted to do and thought outside the box in terms of a career I would excel in."

"She helped me stay organized and find the college that was right for me! I will be attending UNC next fall all thanks to Anita!"

"Anita invests in her students and doesn't just tell a student what he or she wants to hear. It was an absolute pleasure to work with Anita..."

"As a first-generation college student, the intricacies of the professional world were something I was not exposed to, but Anita was patient and thorough to give me the confidence and skills to succeed."

"Anita gives 110% to any initiative she takes on."

"She made the whole process of applying to college much easier, fun and low stress for me..."

"Not only is she qualified in her work and her results, she also one of your biggest supporters and is a rock for you throughout the application period."

" I cannot recommend Anita enough as her genuine personal investment in my daughter was key in making this process easy and ultimately successful."

"She kept me focused and goal oriented and opened my eyes to a plethora of opportunities that I would never have found on my own."

" I am a naturally shy person but I felt comfortable speaking freely about my essays because of how personable Anita was. "

"She has a wealth of experience in industry and in advising students interested in finance, management consulting, and other business careers. I wouldn't be in my current role without Anita's help... "

"Anita is a college admissions whisperer. Even better, our daughter says, “Anita is and always will be one of my absolute favorite people.""

"I can't imagine my college application process without Anita's support and guidance. With her help, I will be attending my dream school..."

"Her warmth and energy leaves me with a feeling of both calm and gratitude. "

"Having a college expert in our corner made all the difference in the world in decompressing the potential hostile environment between parent/child associated with the stressful application process."

"She has gone above and beyond...her resume building and writing skills made her an irreplaceable asset while I searched and interviewed for various job opportunities."

"I wouldn’t have been able to do it without her!"

"As an international student, I needed help and we worked through WhatsApp calls which was extremely convenient for me. She organized our schedules and with her multicultural background she understood what I needed."

"She dedicates herself to your career search and works diligently until you are on the career path you want! HIGHLY recommended!"

"Anita has the unique ability to remain personable with her advisees while pushing them to reach outside of their comfort zones"

"The best decision we made in the college application process was to reach out to Anita! "

"As soon as I met with Anita it was like the ideas starting pouring in. It was like our minds just clicked, and there was no stopping the creativity of my essays..."

"Thank you Anita for your professionalism, organization and your joyful attitude throughout the college application process. You were able to connect with my daughter and get her motivated and inspired."

"Anita Stockmans is one of a kind. From the compassion that she shows for each and every one of her students to her infectious positive energy, Anita never ceased to amaze me..."

"As a child of immigrants, I was able to deeply relate to Anita's story and she guided me as I realized what it meant to be a first generation American and how my perspective is unique."

"Anita is a wonderful person and coach; it is clear that she cares deeply about her students and their successes."

"I learned to purge the fluff from my essays and write about what is truly meaningful."

"I remain in awe of Anita's ability to motivate and inspire my son through the whole admissions process, from school selections, and essay writing, to admission interviews and decision day."

"She truly made me feel valued and was able to bring out the best in me and help me put it into words."

"After trying a variety of counselors, we finally found one that was AMAZING to work with. She immediately helped my daughter who has ADD hone in on an essay topic that was creative and incredibly on pointe!"

"Anita is a woman of endless talents and charisma. She is brilliant, innovative, passionate, and dedicated to her work."

"She was curious, creative and hardworking – a great generalist who was able to bridge the gap between leading edge software technology and practical business applications."

"If Anita were a brand, she would be: smart, witty, dedicated, reliable, passionate, creative and funny. A giver of brilliant insights. An all 'round fabulous person."

" A student with good (but not great grades) and better (but not perfect) test scores earned admission to her top choice engineering school AND was awarded a six-figure merit based Presidential Scholarship. "

"She is extraordinarily successful in the cultivation and stewarding of relationships with employers for internships and full time opportunities and is one of our most highly rated career counselor/coaches by students and alumni alike."

"Anita was a perfect fit to work with through a confusing and stressful process. Her creativity and passion gave me the guidance needed..."

"Anita is so kind, encouraging, and reassuring! She is an emotionally intelligent person who understands both teens and parents at this crucial crossroads. "

"Besides being a brilliant, caring, and kind person, Anita is a fabulous, thorough, and responsive essay coach and college prep counselor. "

"Anita taught me how to reveal who I really am in an essay. I was accepted to 11 of the 19 colleges, and I am happy to say that I will be attending Duke."

"Her method to "building a story" has allowed me to succeed at interviews, shine on career panels, and allowed me to advise others on their own professional development. I have found in Anita an excellent mentor and guide..."

"Through this process, I identified the culture I value in the workplace and learned to translate my experiences into marketable skills. This helped me identify internships and jobs where I clicked with the team..."

"She was very creative as a marketer and at the same time hard-working and detail-oriented. "

"Anita has a rare ability to relate intimately to each of her students' pathways...nudging them to think about why they do what they do... I am inspired to stay bold because she believes in me."

"Anita was a breath of fresh positive air...Anita's zen attitude and beautiful personality brought out the best in me and my writing! "

" I consider my daughter's application process to be a huge success in that she stayed on top of each deliverable, her essays conveyed her unique accomplishments and goals, the stress level was minimal for all involved, and she was admitted to the majority of the Universities where she applied. "

"Every student needs someone like Anita!"

"My experience with Anita was superb."

"The college/post-secondary process can be very overwhelming, but with the support I had; what seemed impossible became very manageable. "

"She created space for [our son's] unique voice to be heard, designed accountability timelines for him to complete, and supported him from the beginning to the end of the process."

"Anita Stockmans is equal parts a savvy admission counselor, an energetic coach, and a high school student's best adult friend in helping to navigate and lead to a successful college admissions process and outcome."

"Having Anita helped me to feel less stressed and confused during the complicated college admissions process."

"To put it simply, Anita Stockmans is a compassionate, inspiring, and motivating counselor who goes above and beyond the call of duty time and time again."

"My daughter felt comfortable and found her voice in every essay she wrote. She actually enjoyed the experience. I enjoyed it as well since all I had to deal with was a happy teen. "

"She was insightful, creative and always able to look at projects with a keen eye for what would be most effective."

"My favorite thing about Anita is that she isn't an annoying adult at all! She is very cool and I never dreading going to appointments with her."

"She was always available and promptly responded to any questions we had. Her coaching style made a huge difference in [my son's] college applications with great outcomes at highly selective colleges. It was also stress relief for us!"

"She truly is one of the most creative and empowering people I have ever met and has pushed me to think about my life in ways I never had before. "

"She asked [my son] the most compelling questions and ushered him through self exploratory questionnaires until, in a miraculous turn of events, he told his own story. Anita was able to help him hone in on exactly what it is about him that sets him apart."

"Anita is absolutely the best college sherpa on the planet!"

"Was she creative? Very, and this in combination with all the other characteristics is what made her exceptional."

"Thanks to Anita's help, I was admitted to Davidson College,my top choice."

"Anita was a terrific coach, cheerleader and advisor...She cared about my well-being and happiness and talked through my options with me with those in mind."

"In a stressful time, Anita was thoughtful, enthusiastic, and more than capable of helping us to create original, great essays."

"Not only did she help me edit my ideas into properly formatted essays, but she also helped me stay sane through the process."

"I was a nervous wreck going into the college application process but she made applying to college a breeze and fun process!"

"By the end of our first meeting, Anita had demonstrated genuine commitment to my long-term growth and inspired a new optimism in my outlook...Everyone who knows Anita has a deep respect and gratitude for her."

"I don't think I could have made it through the college admissions process without Anita's guidance."

"Anita gave great advice for how I should structure my essays and helped me to find my voice...I received a scholarship because of Anita's help during my college application process"

"Anita’s uncanny ability to provide valuable, relevant insights saved the day. Not only did she fully prepare me for the job search, but her infectious energy and motivational spirit actually made me excited to get the ball rolling..."

"In our humble opinion, don't think twice just get up with Anita. Just DO IT!"

"Anita is an ocean of insight and motivation, and her career counseling sessions fly by like a day at the beach."

"She instilled a tremendous amount of confidence in my skills and helped me tailor my distinctive value proposition for interviews. I will be starting my dream job this fall and know that this would not have been possible without Anita!"

"She helped me connect with myself in the process of creating a narrative from my thoughts, memories, and emotions. Not only an experienced editor, she is also a good friend."

"She knew all the perfect ways to bring out my best ideas and I am so grateful for all of her hard work."

"I can not say enough about the positive difference Bright Star Coach made for all of us- taking away the stress and worry of senior year decision making and leaving us knowing our daughter was in the best hands possible."