holistic guidance counseling for teens and young adults
Explore what it would look like to work with me one-on-one for yourself or your student. Free 30 minute consultations are available… just reach out via email or text!
who is behind Luna Rosa counseling?
Isabella Xochitl Ordaz is an experienced counselor with over six years working in college access.
She has worked at both Holy Names University and University of Southern California (USC) as an Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions, as well as a college counselor to students who identify as first-generation-college-going and neurodivergent.
Isabella has successfully supported students in not just receiving acceptance to prestigious universities such as Johns Hopkins and UC Berkeley— she has also supported students as they made sense of their journey and purpose in going to college.
Selected as the Dean’s Scholar for the Writing MFA program at the University of San Francisco, Isabella is a talented writer and editor who can help students define their stories and voices in college essays.
Isabella is a holistic counselor who is ready to guide students through discerning their next steps in life.
what Luna Rosa offers
I offer a range of services to meet the needs of every student. Have something else in mind? I'd be happy to work with you to create a custom rate.
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I’m happy to both help craft and review your college application essays, giving you constructive and honest feedback while empowering you to own your distinct, memorable voice. This is a perfect service whether you need help polishing what you already have written or are starting from scratch.
$90 per hour session, with flexible sliding scale available for families with higher need
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Book a 60 minute session with Isabella to receive direct guidance on your post-high school or post-community college graduation plans, 4-year college applications, transition planning, navigating college for the first time, and more.
Standard rate: $90 a session with a flexible sliding scale session (can happen asynchronously)
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A collaborative consultation for students and their families to discuss college goals, application strategy, timelines, essay planning, and important decisions throughout the admissions process. Designed to ensure everyone leaves with greater clarity and confidence. Bilingual support in Spanish available.
$90 for an hour session, with flexible sliding scale available for families with higher need
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Join me for a free webinar regarding my counseling sessions. Bring all your questions regarding the college application process!
Completely free. Next Webinar is Sunday, August 2nd, at 6pm PST. Registration coming soon!
the Luna Rosa counseling philosophy
Understand the world you come from
It is essential that students have a strong sense of and ability to articulate their backgrounds before beginning to imagine their future, as well as plan for it.
Co-create your next steps
Students must have agency in determining their next steps in life— they must take ownership. At the same time, it is also necessary that students acknowledge that they exist in a world that presents challenges, and they are going to have to work alongside others to reach their goals.
Hold space for celebration
I strive to affirm students as often as I provide constructive feedback. It has been proven that positive encouragement is the best motivator to students, especially those who are overcoming structural inequality in education. Luna Rosa holds sacred space for constantly celebrating students in their wholeness.
let’s work together
If you're interested in working with me, complete the form with a few details about yourself. I'll review your message and get back to you within 48 hours.