“Adolescence is a period of rapid changes. Between the ages of thirteen and seventeen, a parent can age as much as twenty years.”

Here’s what parents are saying about working with Educational Consultant
Cindy Muchnick, M.A.

“It was very nice meeting with you last night.  When Cameron got into the car, he told his sister he is starting to get an idea of what he will do with his life.  Pretty amazing impact you made on just a couple hours. Thank you again.”
--5/07, Dana Hills High School Parent

“I just wanted to thank you for meeting with [Sue] and me last night.  
I feel much better about where she is at going in to summer.  I know [Sue] is shy to go to her teachers for help, so hopefully your encouraging words (instead of mine) will be the incentive she needs!”
-- 5/08, J. Serra High School Parent

“Cindy, THANK YOU for all that you did this summer for Lauren. We knew that she was in the very best of hands and we were just thrilled with Lauren’s attitude/response to your exceptional counsel. We did not hear one complaint about her “homework” and/or scheduled meetings with you. As a result, stress was minimized and Lauren’s confidence elevated. What a fantastic way to start senior year!”
– Santa Margarita Parent, 9/03

“Cindy, Thank you for your reply and answers. We certainly do appreciate you taking the time last evening to respond [to my e-mail inquiry about college interviews] and offering your words of wisdom. Quite simply, you are the best!!!! Thanks, as always,”
--T. Edwards. , Santa Margarita High School Parent

“Cindy, you have been a life saver this summer, [Joe] has enjoyed this whole process because of your efforts.  The story would have gone "My mom nagged at me all summer" (and we got nothing done!).  I thank you.”
--Sage Hill Parent, 8/05

“It was a good meeting and you have got us all thinking. You have a lot of enthusiasm for your work and it is contagious.”
--Foothill Parent, 10/05

“Our daughter Rachael began working with Cindy in the fall of 2001.  At the time, Rachael was a senior and had already begun the application process.  Rachael had ten universities selected and had completed most of the biographical and scholastic information on the applications. Cindy arrived on the scene with a wealth of knowledge, information, enthusiasm and editing skills.  We found ourselves very stressed with the prospect of meeting the application deadlines.  Cindy was very upbeat and very accessible.  Over the course of six weeks Cindy reviewed Rachael’s applications, edited essays that Rachael had already written, brainstormed ideas for further essays required and provided tremendous inspiration and moral support.  Cindy also evaluated college choices with Rachael and added one more college. As acceptances and rejections came in Cindy continued to provide guidance and support for Rachael and ultimately helped her with her final college selection.”
--Jane Cohen Greene, 2001, Tarbut V Torah parent

 “What a great list, Cindy.  We really cannot thank you enough. You are truly the very best!!”
--Ceci T., parent, Corona del Mar High School, 5/05

 “She got into UCLA! Thank you Cindy for everything and for showing us the road . . . we really appreciate it . . . money well spent!” 
--Farideh L., Parent, University High School, 5/05

“Last night was certainly helpful.  We feel very fortunate to have you as our “leader” for Lauren’s college quest.” 
--Terry E., Parent, Santa Margarita High School, 2/07

“Marty felt the session was productive and would like to continue   Your discussion points regarding outlook to high school were great and right on target.  Your discussion helped to refocus Marty's energy and complements many of the conversations we have had.  So thank you greatly, Cindy, and we'll all do our homework assignments”
-- Nancy C., Servite High School Parent