Julia Byrd

Based in Houston, Julia is a trusted essay specialist with nearly 20 years’ experience in writing, editing, and storytelling. Combining her extensive writing background with her master’s degree in counseling psychology, she’s perfectly positioned to help students find their deepest stories, develop their voices, and write the essays that stand out to admission officers.

Working one-on-one or in small groups — in person and online — Julia leads students to recognize their accomplishments and draw unique connections between their life experiences, their values, and their college and career goals. She offers a customized approach to brainstorming, developing, and writing admissions essays, and her accessibility and relatability to students is a cornerstone of her business model.