Let’s build a year that works for you.

Choosing to take a gap year is one of the most meaningful — and most daunting — decisions a young person can make. And the research backs it up: students who take intentional gap years consistently enter college with greater clarity, stronger motivation, and deeper self-knowledge. At Kingfisher Horizons, I work with students and families to move beyond uncertainty and into a year shaped by purpose, growth, and real-world engagement.

Because this work is deeply personal, I intentionally keep my practice small. Every student I work with receives my full attention — not as a client, but as an individual whose growth I am genuinely invested in.

Every engagement begins with a free, no-commitment conversation. It's a chance to share what you're imagining, ask your questions, and explore whether this feels like the right fit.

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Find the plan that works for you.

Every student's year looks different, and so does the support they need. I offer three packages designed to meet you wherever you are in the process.

Launch Your Year ~ $500

Planning Package 5 x 1-hour sessions

  • Discovery: clarifying values, goals, and direction

  • Designing a self-directed, service-centered year

  • A personalized roadmap and action plan

  • Email support for 60 days

Best for students who have a clear sense of direction and want expert guidance to shape and launch their plan.

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Live Your Year ~ $1,800

Planning + Gap Year Support• 15 x 1-hour sessions

  • Everything in Launch Your Year (5 planning sessions)

  • Monthly mentorship sessions throughout the gap year (up to 10 sessions)

  • Ongoing reflection, meaning-making, and guidance during the year

  • Email support throughout

Best for families who want a thought partner from first conversation through the final month abroad.

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Land Your Year ~ $2,400

Full Journey 20 x 1-hour sessions

  • Everything in Live Your Year

  • Re-entry support: translating the gap year into college direction, personal narrative, and next steps

  • A closing reflection session to consolidate growth and learning

  • Email support throughout

Best for students who want continuity of mentorship from planning all the way through college transition.

Additional sessions available at any tier: $120/hour

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Making it accessible


I believe every student who is ready to grow deserves access to a meaningful gap year — regardless of financial circumstances. I offer access-tier pricing and am actively working to establish a small number of funded fellowship placements for students who need additional support.

If cost is a barrier, please reach out. We will find a way to make it work.