Unlock Your Full Potential with Expert Coaching

Personalized coaching for academic success, executive functioning, and life skills. Let’s build a strategy that works for you.

Our Services

Academic Coaching

CUSP consulting offers personalized, observation-based services that combine in-depth assessment and collaboration to create dynamic, individualized plans aimed at improving social, emotional, and learning outcomes.

Remote Support

CUSP’s Remote Support Services offer flexible, real-time academic and social coaching to students across North America through accessible mobile and desktop platforms, tailored to individual learning styles and communication needs.

Social Skills Group

CUSP social skill groups are thoughtfully designed to help students develop essential interpersonal skills through relatable, real-life activities, fostering stronger social awareness and meaningful connections.

Transition Support

CUSP provides personalized college and post-high school transition support, helping students set realistic goals and navigate their next steps with confidence through early, comprehensive planning and expert guidance.

Curriculum Development

CUSP offers customized curriculum development tailored to individual learning needs, empowering students to thrive through specialized strategies and adaptable content across a wide range of essential life and academic topics.

Workshops

CUSP workshops equip educators and families with practical, inclusive strategies to engage diverse learners, fostering classroom environments that support communication, teamwork, and individualized learning success.

Why CUSP

Experience

CUSP has over 15 years of experience, founded in 2010 and incorporated in 2013, with remote coaching since 2014.

Philosophy

Each client is unique, and CUSP avoids a “one size fits all” approach.

Reputation

A strong track record with satisfied clients, as reflected in BBB and Google reviews.

Size

Small enough to provide personalized coaching and build strong client relationships.

Expertise

Coaches have over a century of combined experience and must hold at least a Master’s Degree in a relevant field.

Methodology

Clients can reach their coach outside of scheduled sessions for ongoing support.

Value

Focused on long-term success, not just short-term academic improvement.

Expectations

CUSP is committed to meaningful, results-driven coaching and only works with clients who share that commitment.

Communication

CUSP models clear and transparent communication with clients and their families. This ensures that all involved are accountable.

Trust

CUSP coaches are highly skilled professionals with thousands of hours of coaching experience. Sessions are rooted in trust, respect and reciprocity.

About CUSP

The transition from high school to college can be overwhelming for both students and their families. College & University Support Programs (CUSP) provides personalized guidance to help students navigate this shift successfully. By focusing on time management, executive functioning, and self-advocacy, CUSP equips students with essential skills before their first semester even begins. With structured, twice-weekly meetings, students receive ongoing support to stay on track academically and personally. Over time, they gain the confidence and strategies needed to secure internships, research opportunities, and employment. Through CUSP, students transform from uncertain newcomers into capable young professionals, ready to thrive in the workforce.

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Testimonials

“I attend the social skills group in Utica. Josh has helped me to make new friends that like the same things I do. Talking to my professors has become more enjoyable too!”

– Henry G.

“I’ve definitely grown in my interactions with people because of Steve. He talks with me about any of my concerns, usually social or academic and how to deal with them.”

– Luke B.

“My child is now able to take tests in the classroom and has grown into a very successful student academically. Learning how to confront anxiety was the key!!”

– Deborah R.