Step Into College With Clarity, Confidence, and Emotional Strength
College is a big leap — new people, new freedom, new pressure.
It’s exciting… and overwhelming. Between finding your footing socially, managing academics, and keeping your confidence intact, it’s easy to feel lost or stressed trying to “figure it all out.”
That’s where BecomingU Coaching comes in. We help students make the transition from high school to college life with self-awareness, emotional maturity, and real-world confidence — so they can thrive, not just survive.
Whether you’re preparing to start college or already there, BecomingU helps you build the inner toolkit to succeed — on campus and beyond.
🚀 From Uncertain to Unstoppable
Our coaching helps students:
Adjust Smoothly – Master time management, independence and new routines without burning out.
Build Confidence – Replace self-doubt and comparison with calm self-trust and purpose.
Navigate Relationships – Handle roommate issues, friendships, and dating with boundaries & maturity.
Stay Motivated – Manage pressure, procrastination and setbacks.
Find Direction – Clarify what matters most — academically, socially, and personally — and take meaningful action.
From Student to Self-Leader
At BecomingU, we help you overcome limiting patterns and beliefs, embrace your natural genius and achieve your goals. Learn to trust yourself and take action to create your ideal college experience.
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✨ Support That Grows With You
BecomingU offers guidance that meets you where you are — and helps you become who you’re meant to be.
A New Day Dawning
At BecomingU, we combine emotional intelligence, brain-based coaching, and real-world college experience to build a toolkit for success in every area of life.
We empower you to feel your strength and worth, fostering growth through intuitive training and personal development.
Lorraine supports young women to be clear, grounded and effective.
Richard guides young men to focus, commit and follow through.
Discover how we can support you. Schedule a free intro call.
Kris G. Mill Valley, CA
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Hear from satisfied clients about their transformative journeys
Richard helped equip my sons to become men who lead with purpose from a strong moral center and to thrive in this challenging world. Combining his extensive experience and knowledge as a therapist and coach with his no-nonsense honest approach, he's rooted in such precepts as integrity and accountability. Thank you Richard.
★★★★★
I felt immediately comfortable with Lorraine. Her open warmth and acceptance helped me relax so I could get in touch with who I am. Through our work together, I became clear and confident, achieving things I had longed for but never realized. I am truly grateful for her wisdom and unwavering faith in my abilities!
Chloe R. San Francisco, CA
Richard Platt
Lorraine Platt
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