Shannon is the founder and director of The Haven Group, and a graduate of Columbia University and New York University. She has over a decade of experience supporting young adults through their higher education journeys, most recently at Amherst College, and previously at Carleton College and Smith College. Shannon assists clients in navigating the complexity of college systems. She is an expert at partnering with young adults and their families to evaluate college fit given each student’s unique support needs, assisting students in identifying and accessing college resources, teaching self-advocacy skills, creating educational and organizational plans, and providing consultation about the decision to take a pause from or a return to college. Shannon’s clients describe her as knowledgeable, warm, empathetic and insightful. 

Shannon

Lisa is a graduate of Drake University and Smith College. She empowers college students to master the 'behind-the-scenes' skills of success. As an educational consultant and executive function coach, Lisa provides a steady hand for students navigating complex educational transitions. By blending practical strategy with a warm, person-centered approach, Lisa helps clients to bridge the gaps between their potential and their daily performance. Her mission is to ensure that no student needs to navigate the complexities of their education alone, providing the scaffolding they need to move from feeling overwhelmed to feeling empowered. 

Lisa