Note from Lou: The sentiments expressed in these testimonials are even more precious to me than the acceptance letters my students get.
Teagan - Palos Verdes, CA
"Working with Lou was nothing short of life changing. His dedication to helping me with the unforgiving college admissions process was unmatched. I don’t know how I would have completed this process without him. Whether it was being on Zoom for hours editing so many essays or just checking in on my life, Lou was always there to help me. I recommend Lou for anyone."
Peyton - sherman, CT
"Lou was incredibly supportive, took the time to understand my interests and goals, and helped me through tough decisions. I always felt he genuinely cared about my success and provided me with the resources I needed to navigate the whole experience."
AJ - TUSTIN, CA
"Lou was an absolute lifesaver. He not only helped me turn my jumbled thoughts into something cohesive, but he also pushed me to dig deeper, refine my voice, and—most importantly—find the *why* in everything I write. His feedback was sharp, he thrived in analyzing the nitty-gritty of writing, and somehow, he made editing fun (which should be impossible). If you need someone who can turn ideas into impactful stories, Lou is your person."
MichaeL - Beverly Hills, CA
"I am truly appreciative of the opportunity to have worked with Lou, particularly during such a demanding period. He consistently demonstrated professionalism and was a pleasure to collaborate with. Lou was incredibly reliable and always reviewed my drafts without delay. His great personality and approachable demeanor made it easy to work with him, and he ensured that I felt comfortable expressing myself. His support significantly streamlined the entire process, making it far more manageable."
SASHI - Playa Vista, CA
"Lou is one of the best! He patiently listened to my spewed-out ideas and helped me form them
into concise writing. Throughout the essay writing process, he provided amazing feedback and was one text away whenever I needed advice. Lou works alongside you and encourages you to be better. Overall, the whole process was a delight, and I couldn'trecommend Lou enough!"
TYLer - Los Angeles, CA
"Lou was an amazing guide who made the whole process less stressful and more rewarding. He would always check up on me and push me to be both the best writer and student I could. His feedback—both over Zoom and through asynchronous notes—helped me find my ideas and find my voice. Thanks to him, it wasn’t just my essays that got better, but my writing skills as a whole."
Pippa - Los Angeles, CA
Working with Lou enriched and transformed my writing in ways I never expected. From our very first meeting, it was clear that he was different. Unlike my previous writing coach, who simply provided edits without deeper guidance, Lou took the time to truly understand me as a person. When I first met him, I was completely stuck on my personal statement. I had written multiple drafts of different stories, but none of them felt quite right, none of them seemed to encompass who I was. Instead of asking about my resume, or my grades, he started asking about ME. He challenged me to think in new ways, encouraging out-of-the-box ideas that turned my story into something that was both deeply personal and undeniably compelling.
I cannot recommend Lou highly enough. Looking back on the stress and chaos that is college applications, I can confidently say that Lou was the equivalent to my lighthouse in the storm. While my peers were drowning in frustration, I felt supported, encouraged, and—perhaps most importantly—proud. Proud of the growth I experienced as a writer, and proud of the work I submitted— knowing I put my best foot forward into the next stage of my life.