AlMercatante

Education & Degrees
St. Paul´s College, B.A. Philosophy.
University of Maryland, M.Ed.
Licensed Counselor in DE and MD.
Graduate of Coach U

Experience
Since becoming a Highlands Affiliate in 1996 I have coached over 100 students using The Highlands Ability Battery.

Nearly 50% of my student clients are high school juniors or seniors. The other 50% range from college freshmen to graduate students.

Focus
Selecting college majors, colleges and graduate programs can seem like an overwhelming process. Knowing your innate, natural talents should form the basis of any course of study. Groupings of your natural talents form patterns usually associated with various occupations and careers. When these patterns are combined with your Interests, Personal Style, Values, Academic Strengths and Goals a much clearer Vision and direction emerges. You are realistically Focused and can confidently select college majors, colleges and graduate programs that are best matched to you.

Strengths
Parents of my clients and my clients themselves feel more confident of their choices because my process takes into consideration several important factors, not just academics. Seeing how these pieces fit together gives a positive and meaningful picture of fulfillment and satisfaction for the future. I will keep you focused on developing career and occupational goals according to how you are designed.

Clients
High school juniors and seniors. College students looking for alternative majors. College juniors and seniors exploring job selections and/or graduate school options.

Statements & Testimonials
"The abilities battery and workshop taught me how to sit down and make myself think about the future without becoming frustrated" – Steve A., high school senior

"I'm excited about my new major and the possibility of studying abroad and finding an internship"
– Kevin E., 1st year college

"I've enjoyed realizing my abilities and observing them in everyday life while noticing what an impact they have on my choices and preferences." – Sara S., high school sophomore