What is executive function coaching?

Executive function coaching helps students and young adults build the real-world skills that make school and life more manageable — things like getting started on work, managing time, staying organized, and following through. Each session we reflect on what's working, adjust what isn't, and build practical strategies that fit how the client actually thinks and works.

How is coaching different from tutoring or therapy?

Tutoring focuses on specific academic subjects. Therapy supports emotional and mental well-being. Coaching sits in a different lane — it's practical and forward-looking, focused on the skills and systems that help someone manage their responsibilities more independently across all areas of life. Many of my clients work with a therapist and a coach at the same time, and the two support each other well.

Do I have to commit to a package or a set number of sessions?

No — and this is intentional. There are no packages and no long-term commitments required. We start where your student needs me and reassess together each month. Some students need weekly support for a stretch; others are ready to pull back after a few months. The structure follows the student, not a predetermined plan.

How do I know if my child needs a coach or a therapist?

If your child is experiencing significant emotional or behavioral challenges — anxiety, depression, frequent shutdowns, or high conflict — therapy is likely the right first step. Coaching works best when a student is ready to focus on practical strategies and skill-building. That said, coaching and therapy are not either/or. Many students benefit from both, with therapy addressing emotional well-being and coaching building the daily systems that support it.

Is coaching right for neurodivergent students?

Yes — many of my clients are neurodivergent, and coaching is specifically designed to work with how they think, not against it. I work with students with ADHD, ASD, anxiety, and learning differences regularly, and I tailor the approach to each student's profile. That said, you don't need a diagnosis to benefit from EF coaching. The skills we work on are useful for anyone managing a full plate.

What age is best to start?

I work with high school sophomores through college, as well as young adults in the workplace. Sophomore year tends to be a natural starting point — the workload increases, the stakes feel higher, and the habits that got a student through freshman year start to show their limits. College and young adult clients are equally common. If you're not sure whether the timing is right, the free consultation is a good place to figure that out together.

How does a session actually work?

Sessions are virtual and about 30 minutes. We start by checking in — what happened since we last met, what worked, what didn't. From there we might work on a specific challenge, build a tool or system together, map out the week ahead, or reflect on a pattern that keeps showing up. The agenda is always driven by what the student needs most that day. Over time, students start coming to sessions with their own agenda — which is exactly the goal.

Do you work with parents too?

Parents are an important part of the picture, especially early on. I share periodic progress updates and am happy to connect with parents around goals and progress. That said, sessions are centered on the student — part of what coaching builds is the student's ability to advocate for themselves and manage their own responsibilities, and that works best when they're in the driver's seat.

How is EF coaching different from programs or apps that target executive function?

Programs and apps can offer useful tools, but they tend to be one-size-fits-all. What I do is personal — we figure out what's actually getting in the way for this specific student, then build something that fits them. No two clients work the same way, and the coaching reflects that.

How do I get started?

The first step is a free 30-minute consultation — a relaxed conversation to talk about what's going on, what you're hoping coaching can do, and whether we feel like a good fit. There's no pressure and no obligation.