Your GPS for the Ever-Changing Education Landscape

Expert college and career counseling to turn academic stress into a clear roadmap for success

My job is to help students get their passport — and to clear as many of the obstacles out of their path as I can, so they can see who they’re capable of becoming and actually get there.

You Shouldn't Have to Figure Out College Alone

The college application process hits different when you’re staring at deadlines, essays, and financial aid forms that read like a foreign language.
Add career uncertainty to the mix?
It’s enough to make anyone question everything.
You’re not alone in feeling overwhelmed. Between FAFSA confusion, scholarship searches, and trying to figure out which major actually leads to a job you’ll love, the pressure is real.
Here’s the thing.
You don’t have to navigate this journey solo.
That’s where we come in.
Think of us as your personal GPS through admissions, financial planning, and career exploration. We break down the confusing parts, help you avoid costly mistakes, and ensure you’re making decisions that set you up for real success.
Just a strategic plan that gets you from where you are to where you want to be.

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Initial Consultation

A Free 30 minute call or video chat goals to discuss your goals

College Planning

Navigate college admissions and funding confidently

Career Planning

Plan your career path with strategic confidence

5 Star Reviews

    
 
 
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   Mario B 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr. B has always been the most dedicated professional to her students and their families. She is always working to provide new and innovative ways to inspire young people towards  the careers of their dreams. There’s no substitute for the piece of mind that comes with knowing a life-long educator with the requisite institutional experience is helping to guide you through the university process.
  
 
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   Kimberley de Haseth 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Belinda helped our daughter with writing her essays, she gave such good feedback, her essays really improved. But Belinda did so much more, helped with options for universities, gave seminars on finance for the parents. She was there every step of the way and continues to be there! And we will be back in a couple of years, when our youngest daughter will start this whole process. Thank you Belinda, you are amazing!
  
 
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   Cindy Allerman 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Belinda is a wealth of knowledge and a wonderful counselor who is so willing to share her expertise with anyone. I would highly recommend following her posts and videos as she always has a new nugget to share.
  
 
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   Keith C. 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I would highly recommend using Steps to the Future if you trying to send someone to college or if you are trying to go yourself.  Belinda helped me and my family make some very important decisions about my son's scholastic future.  we are very grateful for the guidance that she provided and the resources that she provided us with.  There are a lot of things to consider going through this process and if you do not have the right information, things can be very difficult.  We appreciate Belinda taking the time to explain these things and helping us make the best decision for our son!  Thanks again for all of your help!
  
 
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   Kimskee 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Absolutely the best investment! Both of my high schoolers were accepted to just about every school that they applied to. Belinda is very professional, knowledgeable and both kids loved working with her. Very good experience.
  
 
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   Alison Green 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you have kids approaching college age you cannot do better than consult Dr B. What she does not know about the process is not worth knowing. She visits the colleges near and far regularly to keep up with their offerings, requirements, atmosphere and opportunities.  She will help your child maximize their potential.
  
 
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   Katherine Nobles 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. As a lifelong educator, I saw too many students who arrived at college unprepared for the workload or the costs. Having the ability to work with someone like Dr. Wilkerson would have made the transition so much easier for them. Her passion for this mission shines every time she discusses higher education with our group. She constantly pursues more information, visiting colleges and attending professional seminars. Her Facebook live presentations are a wonderful tool. I can't recommend her enough!
  
 
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   Peggy Manning 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have known Dr Belinda Wilkerson for several hears. Dr B is very educated and cares about everyone's future. She tours the colleges on a regular basis so that she is even more up to date on the schools.  She takes time with the students and helps them early on prepare for college. Dr B would be my go to as a parent or grandparent to help prepare our children for college.

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May 2021 Update

Professional development continues to be a major factor in my work life. With physical visits to campuses curtailed during 2020 (most are re-opening for in-person visits), I spend about 7 -10 hours per week on virtual visits with college admission counselors. The IECA, one of my professional organizations, regularly conducts College Conversations, an hour-long presentation with time built in for Q & A. To date, members of IECA had sessions with the colleges on the chart. Additionally, I added to this list by facilitating sessions in my capacity as the college counselor for the Montessori School of Raleigh where, along with the students, we learned more about UNC Charlotte, UNC Wilmington, the College of Wooster, Queens University of Charlotte, Muhlenberg, Elon, Western Carolina, North Carolina Central, the University of Alabama and the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Did you know UNC Wilmington has a major in Coastal Engineering or that Western Carolina (along with UNC Pembroke and Elizabeth City State) is a NC Promise institution? A NC Promise school’s in-state tuition is $500 while non-residents pay $2500 per semester.

Our virtual world allows for hours upon hours of accessible college information sessions. I had to step back and limit myself to a reasonable number of hours of “college visits”.

I challenge my students regularly to move beyond their comfort zone and during the height of the pandemic, I stretched myself way beyond my level of comfort. I am one of 14 co-authors of Becoming The Shero, an anthology depicting the journeys of entrepreneurs at different stages of their lives. My story is in the Embracing the Pivot section.

Another way I stay current is through my new position at Providence College. As of August 2020, I am the College Supervisor for the School Counseling Program. What does the college supervisor do? I supervise the students in the program during their 2-semester internship at a school, where they are directly supervised by their Site Supervisor, a certified professional school counselor. It is the student teaching equivalent for school counseling.

Reading is a daily pleasure for me. Here are nine books (not in chronological order) that helped me to educate myself about current events and issues of social justice:

Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents ~ Isabel Wilkerson
How to Be An Anti-Racist ~ Ibram X. Kendi
Stamped From The Beginning ~ Ibram X. Kendi
I’m Still Here ~ Austin Channing Brown
The Color Of Law ~ Richard Rothstein
We Want To Do More Than Survive ~ Bettina Love
Down Along With That Devil’s Bones ~ Connor Towne O’Neill
Interrupting Racism: Equity and Social Justice in School Counseling ~ Rebecca Atkins & Alicia Oglesby
Why Are All The Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria? And Other Conversations About Race ~ Beverly Daniel Tatum, Ph.D.

To stay up-to-date on trends in college, career and paying for college, see my list of books under the “Parent Resources” tab.

I challenge my students to be lifelong readers. I am practicing what I preach. What are you reading today?