Aim High and Thrive. Anywhere.
Cerulean Education empowers students of all ages to flourish in the pursuit of ambitious academic and career goals. Our coaches guide students through a process of articulating their strengths, cultivating their genuine interests, and developing their abilities to lead and engage in communities across the globe. By unlocking their personal and professional potential while building resilience and prioritizing well-being, our students discover, gain access to, and succeed in schools, universities, and industries that align with their values and vision.
About the Founder
Dr. Jason Cody Douglass
(Yale University BA, MA, PhD)
Jason coaches clients to achieve their loftiest goals, elevate energy, enhance focus, manage stress, and articulate their values and vision with clarity and conviction. His college-bound students consistently gain admission to their best-fit schools, including Ivy League and other selective US institutions, as well as myriad programs at public and private universities across Japan, Canada, UK, and beyond.
In addition to one-on-one coaching for ambitious youth, he help parents navigate education decisions, provides leadership and performance coaching to professionals, and consults with international schools on projects such as visioning, accreditation, curriculum development, and workshops on writing, wellness, and college readiness.
Before founding Cerulean in Tokyo, Japan, he taught undergraduate students at Sarah Lawrence College and Yale, graduate and professional school students through Yale’s Graduate Writing Lab, and high school students at Yale Young Global Scholars. He has served as both Japan Foundation Fellow and Visiting Researcher at Waseda University. With a deep commitment to education, he is dedicated to helping others reach their full potential, thrive in their pursuits, and build the resilience needed for lasting success.
Academic Coaching Program Manager
Berk Mavi
(New York University BA, BS)
Berk is a coach and educational consultant dedicated to helping students build the skills they need to achieve their academic and professional aspirations. Drawing from his own international journey - beginning at age 14 when he moved from Turkey to the US to attend boarding school - Berk partners with students to uncover their strengths, navigate complex application processes, and prepare competitive applications for higher education institutions worldwide.
Berk's expertise extends beyond college coaching. He also collaborates with families to make informed K-12 education decisions, supports students in pursuing specialized academic programs, and offers career planning and professional development guidance. Living by the belief that “a good student can succeed anywhere, but can only thrive in the right environment,” Berk helps students identify and gain admission to schools where they can reach their full potential.
Before joining Cerulean Education, Berk coordinated exchange programs between Turkey and Canada, provided admissions counseling to middle and high school students in China, Japan, and Korea, and tutored a wide range of AP and IB subjects. His diverse professional background also includes roles in mergers and acquisitions in China and the US.
Coaching Services for Youth
All sessions are tailored to the goals and needs of each student. Sessions are held either online or in our Shibuya office. While we are happy to support those in other timezones, sessions are exclusively conducted between 9AM and 9PM JST.
Boarding and International School Applicants
Support with every step of the process, including essay brainstorming, interest articulation, school outreach, and mock interviewing.
College and University Applicants
Guidance on assessing one's best-fit colleges, achieving academic excellence, creating a capstone project, crafting a standout story, and securing competitive scholarships.
Gap Year and Nontraditional Students
Structured programs and projects for students who are homeschooled or currently studying outside of traditional school settings.
Coaching Services for Adults
We support current and aspiring industry leaders through research-backed, result-oriented methodologies.
Graduate and Professional School Applicants
Strategic advice and essay feedback for applicants to highly selective MA, MBA, JD, and PhD programs.
Career and Transition Coaching
Career exploration sessions guided by insights from the Strong Interest Inventory®, in addition to resume review and interview practice.
Performance and Leadership Coaching
Coaching for those who seek to improve their communication skills, ameliorate stress, and enhance their focus without falling into the efficiency trap.
Consulting Services
Our consultants collaborate with schools and educational organizations to improve learning outcomes, study abroad opportunities, and college access for all.
Accreditation Support
We assist new and established schools with meeting the rigorous academic standards
of the world's most trusted international accreditors.
Curriculum Creation
We support the creation of innovative lessons, courses, and school-wide pedagogy, in addition to launching camps, summer programs, and study abroad experiences.
Workshops and Presentations
We offer interactive workshops on topics including college readiness, creative writing, intercultural communication, conducting research, and media literacy.
Testimonials
Professional Certifications
