Dr. K is a Student Success Strategist with 20+ years of experience helping students globally build structure, strategy, and accountability — so they can succeed academically and in life.
Your student isn't lazy. They're not incapable. And you're not a bad parent for feeling stuck. What's missing is a clear, personalized system — one that meets your student where they are and builds from there. That's exactly what Dr. K creates. The TRANSFORM Method is a proven 6-phase coaching approach that takes students from overwhelmed and directionless to clear, capable, and moving forward. We don't just talk about goals. We build the plan, the habits, and the accountability to make them real.
Dr. K works with students and families at every stage — from middle school to early career. If any of these feel like your reality, you're in the right place.
Smart, capable, but constantly behind. You know they're more than their grades. So does Dr. K.
Applications, essays, decisions, pressure. Dr. K helps them make it strategic, not stressful.
The transition hit harder than expected. No one told them how different it would be. Dr. K builds the bridge.
Done with school but not sure what's next. Dr. K helps them design a life path that actually fits.
You see the potential. You just need someone who knows how to reach them. That's Dr. K.
Dr. K works globally and understands both the US system and the international landscape.
A proven 6-phase coaching framework that takes students from confusion and inconsistency to clarity, capability, and consistent results.
Every program is 100% virtual. Global availability. Start with a Clarity Session ($99, applied toward any package).
These are not just success stories. These are transformations that changed how families function and how students see themselves.
"Before working with Dr. K, my daughter was overwhelmed and constantly falling behind — even though we knew she was capable. Within weeks, everything started to change. Dr. K gave her structure, a system, and most importantly, confidence. Her grades improved, but what stood out to me was her independence. She now manages her time, starts her work without constant reminders, and actually believes in herself. That shift is priceless."
"Dr. K didn't just help my son apply to college — she helped him understand who he is and how to present that with clarity and confidence. We had no roadmap going in, and honestly, we were overwhelmed. She broke everything down into a strategy that made sense and guided us every step of the way. My son was accepted into multiple schools, but more importantly, he walked into the process prepared and self-assured. That is the real win."
"I came to Dr. K feeling completely stuck. I had a degree, but no direction and no confidence in what I was doing next. She helped me get clear on my strengths, build a plan, and actually take action. For the first time, I wasn't just thinking about my future — I was moving toward it. I now have a clear path and the tools to keep going. Working with her changed how I approach everything."
"What I appreciate most about Dr. K is that she doesn't just coach the student — she supports the entire family. She helped me understand how to show up for my child in a way that actually helps, not adds pressure. Our home feels different. The tension is lower, the communication is better, and my child is more focused and responsible. Dr. K brings both expertise and wisdom — you feel it immediately."
Three steps. One clear direction. A system built for your student's real life.
A focused, paid 60-minute strategy call — $99, applied in full toward any coaching package. Dr. K digs into where your student is, where they want to be, and what's getting in the way.
Dr. K recommends the right program based on your student's stage, goals, and needs. No pressure — just clarity on the best next step for your specific situation.
Coaching begins. Your student gets a personalized system, Dr. K's full attention, and the structure and accountability to actually move forward — session by session.
Dr. Somachi Kachikwu — known as Dr. K — is a Student Success Strategist, educator, author, and coach with over 20 years of experience working across the United States, Africa, and globally. She holds a Doctorate in Education (EdD) and is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), bringing both learning science and execution discipline into every coaching engagement.
As a mother of four sons, Dr. K understands the realities families face. She partners with both students and parents to create practical, personalized strategies that work in real life — not just on paper. She is the founder of The Learning Box International, host of the podcast Class Dismissed with Dr. K, and a published children's author.
Work with Dr. K →Dr. K works with a deliberately limited number of coaching clients per term — because every student deserves her full attention. Ready to start? Reach out below.
Contact Details
Phone
+1 (240) 918-1973Location
Gaithersburg, Maryland, USA
Serving Families Globally · 100% Virtual
Office Hours
Monday – Friday
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST
What Happens Next
Submit your inquiry — tell Dr. K briefly about your student and what you're hoping to change.
Book a Clarity Session — $99, applied toward any package. Dr. K reviews your inquiry before the call.
Receive your recommendation — Dr. K confirms the right package and your coaching start date.
Begin — your first session includes a full TRANSFORM assessment and your personalized coaching plan.
Send Dr. K a Message
No hidden fees. No surprises. Here's exactly what to expect.
Your Clarity Session ($99) is booked and paid securely through Calendly at the time of scheduling. No invoice needed — payment is collected automatically when you pick your time.
Your Clarity Session fee is not a consultation charge — it's a deposit. The full $99 is credited toward any coaching package you choose after your session.
Payment plans are available on all packages over $599. Dr. K will send a secure payment link via Stripe after your Clarity Session. No package begins until payment is confirmed.
Questions about payment? Email info@learnwithtlb.com
Start with a Clarity Session. 60 minutes. $99. Applied toward any coaching package. No fluff. No pitch. Just a clear path forward.
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Names and identifying details changed to protect student privacy. All outcomes documented from Dr. K's direct coaching engagements.
Live sessions, workshops, and cohort programs — all virtual, all focused on student success.
Dr. K is currently developing new webinars and group programs. Be the first to know when enrollment opens — drop your email below.
Dr. K writes about coaching, student success, and what it really takes to help young people thrive.