WHAT IS AD/HD COACHING ?

AD/HD coaching has been defined as follows: "AD/HD coaching is an ongoing relationship which focuses on the client taking action toward the realization of their vision, goals or desires. AD/HD coaching uses a process of inquiry to discover ways in which a client can maximize strengths and talents, function optimally with a disability, and be responsible and accountable for actions or lack of action. AD/HD coaching provides clients with structure, support, skills and strategies."

Katie's unique style of coaching focuses on motivating students to be self sufficient, in control, and focused on achieving the goals they have set for themselves. 

WHAT MAKES KATIE DIFFERENT FROM ANY OTHER AD/HD COACH?

To begin, I work with the "whole student" not simply the ADHD.  Because of this, weekly sessions take place IN PERSON.  AD/HD coaching is most typically conducted via phone and email.  I am the ONLY Boston area AD/HD coach working face to face with college students.  My techniques have proven to be highly motivating and productive.  I develop instant rapport with college students and connect to each student where they are in their life. I support students through a wide range of transitional issues as each year of college has its unique challenges, keeping in mind and addressing the daily struggles of an AD/HD student. 

All sessions take place in the real world.  While office meetings are available, I find that working in the student's environment proves more productive and efficient.  AD/HD is not maintained from an office, a phone call or an email and therefore should not be approached in that manner. The AD/HD student will see the benefit of my coaching through real life experiences.

Sessions take place at a location convenient and comfortable for the student. 


WHY DOES A PERSON WITH AD/HD NEED A COACH?

Not all people with AD/HD need a coach. On the other hand, if you have a medical diagnosis, have determined if medication is right for you, and have educated yourself about AD/HD and how it has and can affect you, but still find yourself playing solitaire instead of writing your midterm paper, or even find the time to make it to class it is time to consider hiring a coach. 

Coaching, in addition to developing specific strategies will help you create a supportive, and understanding support group and educate you more deeply on how AD/HD impacts your life.  

IS A COACH THE SAME AS A THERAPIST?

No , a therapist helps a person with emotional problems and growth (which may stem from having a disorder such as AD/HD). An AD/HD coach works specifically with AD/HD issues providing the AD/HD person approaches to set realistic goals and reach them.