When I committed to building @theuprootedacademy to democratize the college application process by using my background as a therapist and an expert college counselor to guide the whole student, never did I think it would have this impact. Thank you to the National Council for Opportunity in Education in Washington, DC for sharing my why and how Uprooted will one day provide a level playing field for those who need high-quality college guidance. “When working with first-generation students, the information gap is wide,” Green said. “You have to explain concepts over and over. Counselors get burned out because they are explaining things multiple times.” The website’s step-by-step information for students helps alleviate the anxiety and fear that the multi-step college application ordeal triggers in students, particularly those who are the first in the family to face this challenging process. “We are the only college platform that combines mental health with college prep,” Green said. Full link in bio #collegeapplications #financialaid #firstgeneration #parent #highschool