Ian D
Academic Coach
Fun Facts:
- I grew up in League City and Houston, Texas
- I love traveling, sports, reading, writing, exercising, and exploring new foods
- My favorite animal is the penguin
- My favorite foods are grilled salmon and my mom's tortellini
- My favorite place I've traveled is Cape Town, South Africa
- Quote to live by: "Be honest early or suffer later."
Insightful, Resilient, Supportive
Hi! I’m Ian! I am an Academic Coach for Staying Ahead of the Game LLC. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of St. Thomas in Houston, graduating with academic distinction, and went on to complete my Executive Master of Business Administration at Texas Woman’s University. I have experience working with students facing mild to moderate mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, and emotional regulation, and I’m passionate about supporting students both academically and personally.
I chose SAOTG because of its commitment to seeing and supporting the whole student, not just their academic needs. I believe that when students feel understood and valued, they are better positioned to succeed. What I love most about coaching is building meaningful relationships with students and being part of their growth journey. I strive to help students recognize their unique strengths, understand that their identity is not defined by performance, and embrace multiple ways of problem-solving.