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About Us
Our experienced consultants work with each client to provide them a personalized approach to finding the right educational match. Our deep experience enables us to guide our clients along their unique path no matter where they are in the search process. We tailor our program for each family to provide the support and guidance your child needs to achieve their educational goals.
Our Consultants
Timothy B. Lee, ED.M. is the Director of AHP Educational Consulting and oversees services to all clients at AHP, including independent school clients, college-bound students, at-risk teens and those with special needs. After working in several school settings, Tim Lee realized that developing longer and deeper relationships with students and their families was the most rewarding aspect of his work. Working independently allows him the freedom to focus on what is best for each student, and the leeway necessary to assure the best possible fit between student and school or college.
A Certified Educational Planner, Tim has guided young people to make informed educational decisions for three decades. Before joining AHP, he was an associate director of admissions as well as a placement advisor at two leading New England schools. Tim graduated from Harvard College and received a Master of Education in adolescent development from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. He is currently president of the Independent Educational Consultants Association and has served on the board for five years. He also is a member of the National Association for College Admission Counseling and the American Institute of Certified Educational Planners. Tim can be reached at (978) 261- 1412.
Allison W. Matlack, M.A.T. is an Educational Consultant who has devoted her professional life working with independent school students and helping them to thrive academically, emotionally and socially. At AHP, Allison works with younger students to help them choose independent schools, both day and boarding, and also with older students planning for college. Allison taught English at Westtown School in Westtown, Pennsylvania, where she also served as dormitory head, swim coach, and Associate Dean of Students. Her work there as a college counselor, however brought her special pleasure because she was able to help students define their abilities and passions and make solid choices about their educational futures. Since moving to the Boston area, Allison has taught Freshman Composition at a local college and Social Psychology at the Phillips Academy Summer Session. She graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Bates College and received a Master of Arts in Teaching from Tufts University. Allison can be reached at (978) 261-1436.
Susan Clancy Kennedy is a nationally recognized expert in the entry-level job search field. Susan formed Career Treking to ensure professionals of all majors and chosen fields of study enter the job market on the right path. She believes looking for a job is a life skill best learned at the onset of one’s career. Susan has expanded her services to work with clients who are still enrolled in college to respond to the changing job market: Employers no longer hire college graduates based on potential. Young professionals need to demonstrate proof of marketable skills so they can add value on day one.
Susan has more than 20 years experience in recruiting, hiring and managing entry-level professionals. Her business background and human resources expertise brings a wealth of experience and practical knowledge that every young professional can benefit from. She is a frequent speaker at many colleges regarding the job search process and is a contributing writer for Monster.com, CollegeRecruiter.com and the Boston entry-level careers columnist for Examiner.com. Susan has also published a book entitled, The Job Coach for Young Professionals. She holds a degree in psychology and was licensed by the NASD in Series 6, 63 and 7 as well as Massachusetts Life Licensing.
Mary C. Mansfield, M.ED. is a Certified Educational Planner and Educational Consultant who specializes in working with students with learning differences as well as with at risk teens. As part of the AHP team, she also assists with independent school and college-bound students. Her own love of riding has led to extensive knowledge of equestrian programs and equine therapy, and her desire to make the very best recommendations inspires her commitment to visiting as many therapeutic and special needs programs as possible. Mary has more than 20 years of experience in college admissions and independent consulting. She worked for nine years in the Admissions Office at Wheelock College, serving as the Director of Admissions from 1993 to 1995. Prior to her work in admissions, Mary worked as a career consultant for a career counseling firm in Boston. She has worked as a reading consultant, a reading specialist in a school for children with special needs, and as an elementary school teacher. She graduated from Wheelock College with a degree in Elementary Education, and received a Master of Education in Psychology of Reading from Temple University. A Certified Educational Planner, Mary is also a member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association and National Association for College Admission Counseling. Mary can be reached at (978) 443-0055.
Our team looks forward to discussing with you how we can best help your child take the next step in their educational journey. Please feel free to contact any of us via email using the form below or call our main number for more information.