In-Person College Counseling for Students Throughout Southern Marin
From middle school academic planning through college admissions, StrivePath helps students throughout Mill Valley, Sausalito, Tiburon, Belvedere, Corte Madera, Larkspur, Kentfield, and Ross build confidence, develop strong academic habits, and pursue colleges where they will thrive. Whether your student attends Tamalpais High School, Redwood High School, Archie Williams High School, Marin Catholic, Branson, or another nearby school, our advisors provide personalized support in academics, executive functioning, extracurricular planning, college research, essays, and applications.
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38 Miller Ave suite 3, Mill Valley, CA 94941
Strive Path - Guiding Your Academic Journey
Meet Our Mill Valley Consultants
Our team at Strive Path is dedicated to providing top-notch academic and college advising services to help you reach your full potential. Get to know the professionals behind our success.
Schools We Frequently Work With
Our Mill Valley office works with students from public, private, and independent schools throughout Southern Marin and the Ross Valley. The schools below represent many of the communities we regularly serve, but families from all nearby schools are welcome.
Public High Schools
Middle Schools
Independent & Private Schools
Do not see your student’s school listed? We work with families throughout Southern Marin.
Success is more than college admission
At StrivePath, success means more than college admission—it’s about building the foundation and self-awareness to thrive. We focus on what truly matters: the student and their family, developing each student’s unique strengths to prepare them for college and a fulfilling life.
Happier students. Less stressed families. Better admission outcomes.
How we help students like you
Discover who you are and what drives you. Let’s turn your goals into achievements while staying balanced and confident.
From hobbies to career dreams, uncover what excites you most and build a plan that reflects who you are.
We tailor every academic plan to your strengths and future goals so you can excel with clarity and purpose.
Say goodbye to last-minute cramming. Learn the skills that will keep you organized and on top of your game.
It’s not about doing it all—it’s about doing what matters most while taking care of yourself.
How we help parents like you
Leave the planning to us so you can focus on supporting your child’s happiness and growth.
We simplify the process so you can enjoy this time without the overwhelm.
Let us handle the logistics and motivation, so your relationship with your child can stay positive.
Whether you’re familiar with the U.S. education system or completely new, our tailored support ensures your child gets the best opportunities.
Our deep knowledge of Bay Area schools and opportunities ensures your child stands out where it matters most.
Why Southern Marin Families Choose StrivePath
Southern Marin families tend to want something specific from the admissions process: strong outcomes without turning adolescence into a job. Students at Tamalpais High School and Redwood High School are often serious athletes, musicians, sailors, or climbers as much as they are students, and the Tam district's culture supports that breadth. The risk is not that these students are underscheduled. It is that a genuinely interesting teenager reaches junior year with a schedule full of good things and no clear story, and with course choices made informally rather than with the next four years in mind.
The geography here also concentrates comparison. There are only a few high schools in the district, everyone knows where everyone applied, and Marin Catholic, Branson, and the Bay Area independent schools sit close by with their own norms and their own results. Because Marin families apply out of state and to small liberal arts colleges at unusually high rates, the advice students hear locally is often a mix of UC-focused thinking and East Coast assumptions that do not actually apply to their list.
StrivePath brings structure to that without flattening what makes a student interesting. We help students plan courses several years ahead, build the organizational habits that survive a heavy training or performance schedule, take one or two real interests further than a resume line, understand how athletic recruiting timelines interact with applications, and build a list that spans the UCs, private universities, and the smaller colleges many Marin students ultimately prefer. The goal is a confident, independent student, not a managed applicant.
Complimentary introductory consultation. No obligation.
StrivePath's Impacts & Results
At StrivePath, we focus on more than just getting into college—we ensure that every student is set up for long-term success. Here's how our approach delivers results:
100% College Acceptance to Top-Choice Schools
Every student StrivePath has worked with has been accepted to one of their top-choice colleges, demonstrating our track record of success.
Improved Grades and Motivation
Students consistently report higher academic performance, along with increased motivation and self-confidence. Our tailored approach fosters long-term engagement and academic success.
Reduced Stress for Students and Families
Through personalized planning, ongoing support, and clear communication, students experience less stress, while parents feel more informed and empowered.
Healthy Habits for Lasting Success
We focus on developing holistic habits that contribute to long-term well-being, such as improving sleep quality and reducing social media use, which ultimately supports academic and personal growth.
Improved Family Dynamics
Parents benefit from regular updates and a clear roadmap for their child’s success, leading to better family communication and a more harmonious college prep experience.
Communities We Serve
Mill Valley
Supporting students at Tamalpais High School, Mill Valley Middle School, Mount Tamalpais School, and Marin Horizon with academic planning, executive functioning, extracurricular development, and college admissions guidance.
Sausalito
Working with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy families and Sausalito students at Tamalpais High School on course planning, student development, and applications.
Tiburon & Belvedere
Partnering with Del Mar Middle School and Tamalpais High School families on long-term academic planning, interest development, and selective college admissions.
Corte Madera & Larkspur
Helping Redwood High School, Hall Middle School, and Marin Primary & Middle School students build balanced, well-organized four-year plans.
Kentfield & Ross
Supporting Kent Middle School, Ross School, Marin Catholic, and Branson families with course selection, college research, essays, and applications.
See What Our Students & Parents Are Saying
* Student images and testimonials posted with permission.
StrivePath helps students achieve their best, both academically and personally.
Not only are we great at driving strong college admission outcomes, but we also impact students and parents in meaningful ways.
"We have been working with them for the past year and are very satisfied with the level of service and results. The technology they have is unmatched and I strongly encourage anyone that is interested to discuss this specifically with them. Very happy with the decision we made and happy to recommend them!"
Jon E.
Walnut Creek, CA
"We've worked with several college counselors for our son who is in college and our daughter who is a senior applying to college. We felt that Sunny and his team provided the most clear, concrete, and actionable advice. We feel that the input and advice we got will make a big difference."
Jill S.
Lafayette, CA
Thank you, StrivePath! As a mom navigating our first college process, I can’t say enough about Saumya—she was patient, supportive, reassuring, and kind from start to finish. She built a realistic summer plan for my son that helped us complete the college research and essay work early, so when October 1 arrived, our applications were already submitted. The organization and calm she brought to the process were a huge relief. She reassured my son that he would have many options and celebrated each college admittance with him. We felt guided every step of the way. Get ready for Kid #2!
Kerry J.
Walnut Creek, CA
Strivepath really does strive for excellence. My daughter is with Strivepath for sometime now. Their counselors are very empathetic, resourceful and knowledgeable. They focus on kids mental health a lot while guiding the path for college admissions. I will highly recommend their service for anyone looking for college counseling. We are very happy with their service.
Sudipta K.
Oakland, CA
StrivePath Resources
College Admissions Timeline
A grade-by-grade overview of the decisions and milestones that matter most.
How to Build a Balanced College List
Guidance on building a realistic list based on fit, interests, and admissions probability.
College Search Tool
Direct families to StrivePath’s current college-search entry point until a dedicated public tool URL is confirmed.
FAQs
Get answers to the top questions about our academic and college planning services.
Do you work with students from Tamalpais High School and Redwood High School?
Yes. Our Mill Valley office works with Tam district students on course selection, executive functioning, extracurricular strategy, college research, essays, and applications, beginning as early as middle school.
Do you also work with Tiburon, Belvedere, and Sausalito families?
Yes. We work with students from Del Mar Middle School, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy, and the Southern Marin communities that feed into Tamalpais High School.
Do you work with students at Marin Catholic, Branson, and other independent schools?
Yes. We regularly work alongside independent school college counseling offices, adding long-term academic planning, interest development, and application support tailored to the student.
Our student is a competitive athlete. Can you help with recruiting timelines?
Yes. Many Southern Marin students train year round. We help families sequence recruiting outreach, testing, course rigor, and applications so that athletics and academics do not collide in junior and senior year.
We are considering colleges outside California. Can you help with that?
Yes. Marin families apply out of state and to smaller liberal arts colleges at high rates. We help students compare those options against the UCs and CSUs on fit, cost, and outcomes rather than reputation alone.
What if our student's school is not listed?
The school list highlights many of the communities we regularly serve, but it is not exhaustive. We welcome families from throughout Southern Marin, the Ross Valley, and the surrounding North Bay.
Are meetings held in person?
Yes. Families may meet with their advisor at our Mill Valley office, with additional flexibility depending on the student's plan and needs.
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Help Your Student Build a Future They Are Excited About
Whether your child is preparing for high school or working through college applications, our advisors help families throughout Mill Valley, Sausalito, Tiburon, Belvedere, Corte Madera, Larkspur, Kentfield, and Ross build thoughtful plans, reduce stress, and approach the admissions process with confidence.
