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Young Adult Coaching

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Young adulthood comes with a lot of moving parts—and few roadmaps. Executive function coaching helps you take charge of your time, priorities, and next steps. Whether you're adjusting to college life, managing a job, or figuring out what’s next, coaching provides structured, nonjudgmental support to help you stay organized, follow through, and make confident decisions. It’s about building the skills and systems that give you more control, more clarity, and more independence as you shape your future.

Choose the Right Coaching for Your Needs

Full Time Coaching 

  • Two weekly sessions, comprehensive support

  • Guidance for academics, work, or life transitions

  • Focus on planning, organization, time management, study strategies, self-advocacy, and life skills

 

     Ideal for 

  • College students balancing academics, campus life, and independence

  • Young adults with EF challenges affecting success

  • Those who thrive with structured, ongoing guidance

Part Time Coaching 

  • Structured support without weekly commitment

  • Sessions once a week, every other week, or monthly

  • Reinforces EF skills, accountability, and goal progress

  • Specialized short-term support for projects, essays, test preparation, work tasks, and other personal or professional priorities.

 

     Ideal for 

  • College students with established EF skills who need occasional reinforcement

  • Young adults navigating transitions (college-to-career, gap year, new jobs)

  • Students needing short-term, targeted support

Flex Coaching 

  • On-your-schedule support—exactly when needed

  • One-time setup session to review goals

  • Sessions booked as-needed during exams, projects, internships, or job applications

  • Focused EF skill support: planning, prioritization, decision-making, self-monitoring

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     Ideal for 

  • Young adults balancing unpredictable or demanding schedules

  • Students who already have strategies but want quick boosts during stressful times

  • Those needing on-demand support during critical moments

Personalized Coaching for a Smoother Transition to Adulthood
My coaching supports these areas of young adulthood:
College 

Executive function coaching helps college students strengthen the foundational skills they need to succeed academically, stay organized, manage their time, and balance life on their own.

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Support in College 

  • Planning & Time Management – Use calendars and task breakdowns to stay ahead of deadlines

  • Organization – Keep materials, digital files, and study spaces organized and accessible

  • Study Skills – Learn evidence-based strategies for retaining information and performing under pressure

  • Goal Setting – Identify short- and long-term goals and create realistic action plans

  • Task Initiation & Follow-Through – Overcome procrastination and build consistent routines

  • Self-Regulation – Navigate stress, stay focused, and manage distractions

  • Problem-Solving & Resilience – Adapt to setbacks and keep moving forward

 

Graduate School 

Executive function coaching offers tailored support for students considering advanced degrees—from exploring programs to managing deadlines and staying organized throughout the application process.

 

Support During Graduate School Prep:

  • Clarifying Goals – Reflect on motivations, long-term goals, and the right-fit programs

  • Research & Decision-Making – Organize program options, application requirements, and timelines

  • Planning & Time Management – Create manageable timelines for studying for entrance exams, completing applications, and writing personal statements

  • Organization – Track recommendation letters, transcripts, resumes, and submission portals

  • Writing Support – Break down large writing tasks like statements of purpose into smaller, doable steps

  • Self-Regulation & Motivation – Navigate procrastination, perfectionism, or overwhelm during a high-stakes process

  • Stress Management & Resilience – Stay grounded through the uncertainty and pressure of the grad school journey

Gap Year 

Executive function coaching helps students use this time intentionally—developing the planning, time management, and self-regulation skills they’ll need to thrive in college and beyond.

 

Support During a Gap Year:

  • Building Structure & Routine – Create daily and weekly plans to stay motivated and productive

  • Setting Goals – Clarify personal, academic, or career goals and break them into manageable steps

  • Time Management – Learn to manage free time effectively and practice balancing commitments

  • Organization – Develop systems for managing tasks, digital files, and personal responsibilities

  • Study & Academic Prep – Refresh academic skills and build effective study habits before college begins

  • Self-Advocacy & Independence – Strengthen communication and decision-making skills for independent living

  • Navigating Setbacks – Learn how to adapt, reset plans, and stay on track when challenges arise

Life Skill Development

Transitioning into adulthood involves more than academics or career planning—it requires mastering key life skills that support independence, responsibility, and well-being. Executive function coaching helps young adults develop practical skills like managing money, organizing daily routines, self-advocacy, and problem-solving to confidently navigate life’s challenges.

 

Support in Life Skills Development:

  • Personal Organization – Create systems for managing bills, appointments, and household tasks

  • Time & Task Management – Build routines that balance work, social life, and self-care

  • Money Management – Budgeting, saving, and making informed financial decisions

  • Self-Care & Health – Establish habits that support physical and mental well-being

  • Communication & Self-Advocacy – Learn to express needs clearly in professional and personal settings

  • Problem-Solving & Resilience – Develop strategies to overcome obstacles and adapt to change

  • Goal Setting & Motivation – Define priorities and create step-by-step plans to achieve personal goals

Transitions 

Build the skills and confidence to navigate change, pursue goals, and thrive in your next chapter.

Executive function coaching helps young adults develop the structure, self-awareness, and practical skills needed to manage responsibilities, make decisions, and move forward with confidence.

 

Support During Life Transitions:

  • Planning & Goal Setting – Define personal, academic, or career goals and create actionable steps

  • Time Management – Learn to prioritize, stay on schedule, and balance commitments

  • Organization – Build systems to manage tasks, digital files, finances, and personal responsibilities

  • Adaptability – Strengthen problem-solving skills and learn to adjust when plans change

  • Accountability – Create routines and habits that support follow-through and consistency

  • Self-Advocacy & Communication – Develop the confidence to ask for help, set boundaries, and speak up

  • Resilience – Navigate stress, setbacks, or uncertainty with flexibility and perspective

Career Launching

Starting a career is an exciting yet challenging milestone. Executive function coaching helps young adults build the essential skills needed to navigate new responsibilities, manage time and tasks effectively, communicate professionally, and balance work with personal life.

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 Support for Career Launch:

  • Professional Time Management – Prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects

  • Organization & Productivity – Create systems to stay organized and efficient at work

  • Effective Communication – Develop skills for clear, respectful, and confident workplace communication

  • Goal Setting & Career Planning – Define career objectives and create actionable plans

  • Problem-Solving & Adaptability – Navigate workplace challenges with resilience and flexibility

  • Work-Life Balance – Establish routines that support both career growth and personal well-being

  • Self-Advocacy & Networking – Build confidence in asking for resources, feedback, and career opportunities

Explore Next Steps

Contact Sandy and set up a free 30 minute introductory call to talk about coaching and if is the right  fit for you and your student.

Questions? 

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