Consultants cannot replace counselors

CNN's article regarding college consulting was interesting, but I find it shortsighted because the truth of the matter is students need everyone to be an active participant in the college admissions process. I feel as a consultant I add focus, expertise, and insight to the college admissions process, but cannot be a replacement to school counselors. School Counselors provide everyday guidance, parent education, design curriculum and schedules, work with the academic and behavioral issues of students, and have large caseloads. Our students benefit from the active participation from counselors, parents, consultants, schools, and colleges.