Every student’s path looks different. Some know exactly where they’re headed after graduation. Others need space to explore interests, compare options, and build a plan they actually feel good about.

L&S Consulting provides one-on-one guidance counseling for students of all abilities—personalized college and career support for middle school, high school, and college-age students and their families across Minnesota.

Guidance counseling vs. school counselor support

School counselors do essential work—and they often serve hundreds of students. Private guidance counseling adds dedicated time for deeper planning:

• Longer one-on-one conversations
• A plan tailored to the student’s strengths, interests, and goals
• Support that can continue across semesters, not just one meeting
• Help for families who want clearer options and less stress

This service is designed for students of all abilities, including students who simply want stronger college/career guidance—not only students connected to disability employment services.

What we help with

Academic planning

Course planning, graduation tracking, study strategies, and realistic goal setting.

Career exploration

Interest and strength-based conversations, career assessments when useful, and pathways into jobs, apprenticeships, military, technical programs, or college.

College admissions coaching

Applications, essays, timelines, campus fit, and decision-making support.

Scholarships & financial planning guidance

Scholarship searches and financial aid navigation support to reduce money stress for families.

Executive function & readiness skills

Organization, time management, accountability, and confidence-building habits that transfer to school and work.

Rsum & interview coaching

Preparation for jobs, internships, college interviews, and professional opportunities.

Who its for

• Middle school students starting to explore interests and habits
• High school students planning graduation, college, training, or work
• College students refining majors, internships, and career next steps
• Parents and families who want a clear, collaborative planning partner

Whether a student is highly independent or benefits from more structure, we meet them where they are.

Our process

1. Discover — Learn the student’s interests, strengths, goals, and challenges
2. Explore Compare academic, career, college, technical, and workforce options
3. Create a plan — Build a practical roadmap with timelines and next steps
4. Support ongoing — Adjust the plan as goals evolve

Sessions can be virtual or in person, with flexible scheduling—including evening options when available.

Where we serve

We proudly support students and families across:

• Minneapolis–St. Paul metro and surrounding suburbs
• North-Central Minnesota communities such as St. Cloud, Brainerd, Baxter, Staples, Wadena, Fergus Falls, Little Falls, Nisswa, and Crosby
• Broader Minnesota when remote or hybrid support is a good fit

Ready to get started?

If your student needs clearer direction—or your family wants a partner in the college and career process—reach out for guidance counseling support.

Call/text: (651) 505-2250
Email: info@lsconsultingmn.com
Guidance Counseling page

Personalized guidance helps students of all abilities move forward with confidenceone clear next step at a time.