College MatchPoint

Lisa Bain Carlton, M. Ed.

For more than 25 years, Lisa Carlton has served multiple roles in the field of  education, including in-depth counseling with adolescents and their families. Many adolescents in Dallas County participated in her award winning career-development program for high school students. Lisa worked in higher education at Southern Methodist University, advising college students. She is a consultant for the Schools Attuned Program and is highly skilled in working with students who have learning differences and mental health challenges.

When it comes to providing guidance, no two students or families are exactly alike. This is why she takes thoughtful care in getting to know each student and their families. Through her extensive travels to college campuses, Lisa looks for specific colleges that match the student’s  skills and interests and the families financial needs.  Lisa collaborates with other consultants around the country which gives  her clients access to the best minds in the field of college admissions.

Lisa’s unique educational background facilitates her ability to provide assistance to families in the college selection process. She earned her Masters in Counseling and Student Services with honors from the University of North Texas and a Bachelor’s of Business Administration from Texas A&M University. Her strong analytical skills provide her with the tools to effectively navigate the ever-changing financial landscape of college admissions.  Additionally, Lisa obtained her Certificate in College Counseling from the UCLA College Counseling Certification Program, the most highly regarded national credential program in the field of college counseling.

Through College MatchPoint, Lisa leverages her expertise and delivers the tools students and families need to make wise decisions regarding education and careers.