Pat is a licensed social worker and former education counselor who’s passionate about helping students succeed — in school and in life. He earned his Master’s in Social Work from Fordham University and his Bachelor’s in Psychology from UConn.
 

Before founding Top Student, Pat spent years working with college and young adult clients as a therapist and education counselor, helping them navigate academic stress, mental health challenges, and the transitions of early adulthood. His approach blends empathy and structure — turning support into real progress through individualized, strengths-based plans.
 

Earlier in his career, Pat served as an employment and education counselor for low-income adults, many managing mental health diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, or schizophrenia. Those experiences deepened his understanding of motivation, accountability, and resilience — the same principles that guide his coaching today.
 

Through Top Student, Pat brings together his background in social work, counseling, and executive function training to offer mentorship that helps students and young adults build organization, confidence, and independence — in school, work, and life.