ADHD coaching is life coaching through an ADHD lens. ADHD might bring challenges, but you also possess unique strengths and wisdom that make you the expert in your life.

Schoolhouse Coaching sees every client as “creative, resourceful, and whole.” [Carl Rogers] We want to help you reconnect with your creativity, self-knowledge, and wisdom.

We’ll work together to:

• Understand your brain: We’ll explore how your unique wiring works and how it might be impacting your life.
• Unleash your strengths: You’ve got hidden talents and passions waiting to be unleashed! We’ll help you identify and celebrate them.
• Build your toolkit: We’ll develop practical strategies to tackle those daily challenges and create a supportive environment that works for you.

Women and girls with ADHD often face distinct challenges compared to boys. Their presentation of ADHD may be subtler, focusing less on hyperactivity and more on inattentiveness, disorganization, and emotional dysregulation. Not knowing why they feel different can lead to internalizing the experience which can result in anxiety, low self-esteem, and difficulty managing emotions, which are often mistaken for the primary issue. Societal expectations can further hinder ADHD diagnosis, as girls are typically expected to be quieter and more organized. These factors contribute to a later diagnosis rate in females, leaving them without crucial support during critical developmental stages.

ADHD coaching can be a game-changer for women:

• Unmasking the Underlying Cause: Coaching helps women recognize how ADHD manifests in their lives, differentiating it from downstream challenges that can improve as ADHD is managed.
• Building Self-Awareness: They gain a deeper understanding of their strengths, weaknesses, and unique brain wiring, fostering self-compassion and acceptance.
• Developing Coping Mechanisms: Coaches equip women with practical tools to reduce overwhelm, and navigate challenges like disorganization and time management.
• Empowering Action: Coaching fosters the development of personalized strategies to build self-advocacy skills, overcome procrastination, and achieve personal and professional goals.

By addressing the specific needs of women with ADHD, coaching empowers them to thrive in all aspects of life.

As teenagers with ADHD navigate the complexities of late adolescence, some may experience a growing awareness of how their ADHD impacts daily life. They might struggle with managing school work and extra curriculars, planning for the future (college applications, choosing a career path), and/or taking independent steps like scheduling appointments. The added load can lead to frequent overwhelm and resistance to engage. This creates a frustrating cycle for parents who support their child’s independence but often end up managing tasks as before.

Here’s where coaching comes in. Coaching empowers teens with ADHD by:

• Developing Independence: Teens gain self-managed strategies, reducing reliance on parents and fostering a smoother transition into adulthood.
• Understanding ADHD: Through coaching, teens develop self-awareness of their strengths, challenges, and unique brain wiring, allowing them to approach situations with a deeper understanding.
• Building Skills: Coaching equips teens with practical methods to overcome common hurdles like procrastination, impulsivity, and organizational difficulties.
• Highlighting the Importance of Self-Care: Coaching can guide teens in creating daily routines that prioritize healthy sleep, exercise, and stress management.
• Lifelong Tools: The skills developed through coaching become a valuable toolkit, enabling teens to thrive not just in high school, but beyond, setting them up for success in the years to come.

Growing up with ADHD (and not knowing it) can make us feel like we have a sign on our backs. Many late diagnosed adults got by on their smarts and coping mechanisms that worked until they didn’t. We finally hit a wall that gets the best of us and figure out there is an explanation for the invisible thing that was there all along.

Exploring an ADHD diagnosis with a coach can be a supportive and insightful journey. Coaches specializing in ADHD are trained to provide a structured and understanding environment where individuals can navigate the complexities of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Through open conversations, goal setting, and personalized strategies, a coach can assist in identifying patterns, challenges, and strengths associated with ADHD. This collaborative approach empowers individuals to gain self awareness, develop effective coping mechanisms, and implement tailored strategies to improve focus, productivity, and overall well being. The coach serves as a guide, offering encouragement and practical tools to navigate the unique aspects of ADHD, fostering personal growth and resilience.

We’ll work together to find new ways to “Adult”:

• Focus on strengths: ADHD brains often excel in creativity, problem-solving, and out-of-the-box thinking. Coaching helps leverage these strengths for success.
• Embrace Flexibility: Rigid routines might not work. ADHD coaching encourages finding adaptable systems that work for your unique brain.
• Self-Care Matters: Prioritizing healthy sleep, exercise, and stress management is crucial for overall well-being and focus. Coaching can guide you in creating self-care routines.

By understanding your ADHD and implementing personalized strategies, coaching can empower you to:

• Increase Productivity: Achieve goals and manage tasks efficiently.
• Reduce Stress and Overwhelm: Develop coping mechanisms for emotional regulation.
• Improve Relationships: Enhance communication and build stronger connections.
• Embrace Your ADHD: Learn to thrive with your unique neurodiversity.

ADHD Coaching can be the missing piece in helping manage your child’s ADHD. Often the diagnosis results in feelings of concern, confusion, and perhaps even relief as there’s an explanation for certain behaviors. Parenting a child with ADHD involves collaborating with educators and healthcare professionals which sometimes seem to speak different languages. An ADHD Coach can help navigate this uncertain landscape.

We will work together to:

• Discover Parenting Practices that Work: You may have already figured out that traditional parenting styles don’t fit with ADHD kids. Coaching helps you tailor strategies to your child’s unique needs.
• Understand ADHD: Gain knowledge of ADHD tendencies and have a better understanding of your child’s specific challenges and strengths.
• Build a Toolbox: Develop practical skills to support your child as they learn to manage big emotions and overcome obstacles.
• Empower Your Child: Foster self-esteem, positive relationships, and success as they learn to chart a course that is right for them.

• Accept and Grow: Guide your child to understand and embrace their ADHD traits.

• Future-Proof Your Parenting: Equip yourself with the tools to effectively support your child’s successful journey through adolescents and into adulthood.