Testimonials

Throughout my time in high school, Ms. Pinsler was more than my guidance counsellor, she served as an invaluable mentor. Ms. Pinsler not only meticulously edited my university applications and ensured my applications reflected my best self, but also Ms. Pinsler counseled me through personal matters and taught me how to cope with stress. Even after graduating high school, the stress management, study, and organization strategies I learnt from Ms. Pinsler continue to enable me to excel.

Student, Toronto

Marla is knowledgeable, insightful and caring. We are truly grateful for her expertise. She was there to help our daughter choose a high school that best fit her needs. Her advice was bang on and our daughter had a very positive high school experience. We sought Marla out again to help our daughter select her courses for grade 12 to make sure she kept all of her options open for University. Again her advice was right on. A few weeks ago, we called Marla to help our daughter chose which University and program would be most suited to her skills and needs. With Marla’s knowledge of the programs and her insight about our daughter she was able to point out some very important factors that we were unaware of, and that ultimately will be fundamental to her potential for success. We are so pleased that with Marla’s guidance, our daughter will be attending McGill University, Faculty of Management in the fall.  Our gratitude to Marla for her help along the way cannot be understated and we know that she will continue to be there for our daughter as she makes the transition to University.

Parent, Toronto

Marla Pinsler is a truly exceptional guidance counsellor, advisor and person. Deciding on a university and managing the subsequent challenges that come with making that decision is often associated with being a difficult and stressful experience. That being said, I strongly believe that my own experience applying for and selecting a university was an unbelievably gratifying process and allowed me to learn a great deal about myself as a student. This is all owed to the outstanding support, guidance, and care given to me by Marla. Throughout my high school career, Marla was my number one support system, and she has continued to play an important role in my life. My biggest flaw is that I often fail to believe in myself, but it truly was Marla’s belief in me that enabled me to see my capacity and potential to achieve amazing things. I had dreamed of attending McGill University for nearly all of my high school years, yet I never had the confidence to see it as a genuine possibility in my future. Not only did Marla give me the confidence and the self-assurance I was lacking, but she also made the process as smooth as possible, by keeping me organized and aware of what was necessary in order to be accepted to my desired program. Marla dedicated countless hours of her time to ensuring that I was well prepared, aware, and organized with the necessary due dates, application forms and cut-off averages required. Marla always made herself available to her students and never failed to find a solution to any problem brought to her. I genuinely believe that the ease with which I endured university applications and the many challenges that come along with the process must be wholly accredited to Marla. I am now at McGill University and could not be more pleased with my decision. I thank Marla any opportunity I get for guiding me in this extremely important decision, and most importantly, I thank her for always believing in me.

Student, Toronto

Filling out university applications is already a demanding and stress-inducing task. It is even tougher when you’re enrolled in Master’s degree and working part-time. Marla’s expertise, dedication, and research truly helped reduce the burden of this process. When Marla and I would meet, she created a safe and open space to allow me to discuss both my goals and my stresses that might inhibit these goals. Together, we created a plan that geared me for success.

Marla’s optimism and care helped me feel at ease. Most importantly, I believe her emotional support and strategic planning played a large role into my acceptance to Harvard University for a Master’s degree. Marla is a true professional and was a pleasure to work with.

Student, Montreal

Marla did an excellent job guiding my son through the complex choices of University. She helped explain the various programs, was familiar and comfortable with all the prerequisites and helped to navigate the application process. It was very reassuring to work with Marla, her professionalism and expertise made his experience very exciting! Thank you!!

Parent, Montreal