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math rehab for adults
You never lacked the ability to learn math. Emotions just got in the way.
One-on-one sessions for adults who gave up on ever “getting” math. We learn the math for real, and when the old panic shows up, we work through it instead of around it.
Does this happen when you sit down to do math?
- You have a flashback to a classroom, a teacher, or the kitchen table.
- Your mind goes blank.
- Your chest, stomach or throat goes tight.
- You feel stupid, or ashamed.
- You reach for your phone. Or anything else.
- You want to get up and leave.
Then it was never really a math problem. We work on the actual obstacles.
How it works
We learn real math, together
Approached with the joy it deserves, because math is honestly really cool. Algebra, statistics, calculus, whatever you came for.
Then, a little pressure
At key moments, we turn up the heat a bit. I play the impatient teacher or the frustrated parent. A sigh, a “come on, I know you know this.” You choose how hard.
When it hits, we stop
The math goes on hold and we work with whatever came up, right then. The change happens right there.
Repeat until you own it
Until you can sit with a hard problem on your own, and even enjoy it.
you stay in charge
In the first session you pick a pause word. Saying it ends the pressure instantly, no explanation needed.
Who you'll work with
I studied and worked in finance, and still went back for more math while working. I genuinely love teaching it. I also keep a long-standing meditation practice, and a doctor diagnosed me with ADHD as a kid, so I've worked through plenty of my own hang-ups around learning.
- Bachelor's in finance, Calvin University
- Post-baccalaureate in mathematics, Northwestern
- Career in finance
- University tutor
- Meditation teacher: 10+ years of practice, 100+ days of silent retreat
Human first, with AI at every step along the way
Every session consists of two people working on math together. Around that, AI does a lot of the heavy lifting, so nothing gets lost and nothing gets explained only one way.
Insights from every session
We capture each session, so breakthroughs, sticking points and the things that set you off don't get lost between weeks.
Learning aids made for you
Practice problems, worksheets and summaries built for exactly where you stand, not for a textbook's average student.
Any concept from every angle
Explanations from as many angles as it takes, until one clicks and the learning sticks.
You won't just learn math and emotional regulation. You'll be empowered to use AI to keep teaching yourself.
What this isn't
This is math tutoring and coaching with guided inner work woven in. It isn't therapy, and it doesn't replace therapy or medical care. I cannot help you if your situation goes beyond “Math triggers me so I give up on it.” If you have a therapist, keep seeing them.
Struggling right now? Call or text 988 (US), any time, day or night.
What people say
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The pilot round
3–5
people in the first round, to polish the process
6
one-on-one video sessions over 6 weeks
60–90
minutes each
Donation Based
for the first round in exchange for honest reviews and feedback
More people showed interest in the pilot than I expected. Everyone who doesn't make the first group goes on the list for the next round.
Questions people ask
Is this therapy?
No. It's math tutoring and coaching with guided inner work woven in. I'm not a licensed therapist, and this doesn't replace therapy or medical care. If you have a therapist, keep seeing them.
Who is this for?
Adults (18+) who want to learn math but freeze, panic or shut down when they try. Whether you stopped at fractions or at calculus, we start where you are.
Is it online?
Yes. Sessions are one-on-one over video, so you can join from wherever you are.
What does it cost?
The first pilot round is donation based, in exchange for honest reviews and feedback.
What math can we work on?
Whatever you came for: arithmetic, algebra, geometry, statistics, calculus, math for work, or finally helping your kid with homework without panicking.
What if I panic in a session?
That's where the real work starts. We put the math on hold and work with what came up. You choose how hard I push, and your pause word ends the pressure instantly.
Tell me your math story
A few lines will do. If it sounds like a fit, I'll send you a short intake form.
only I read these.