Teens

Being a teenager can be exhilarating. It is a time for big dreams as you begin to step out into the world. It seems everyone (including you!) has expectations for you. As a teen, you have more opportunities and more challenges; more freedom than you did as a child as well as more responsibilities. It might seem like you are moving forward one day and back the next, as demands at school and home increase.

The whole time this is happening, you probably want to spend more time with your friends and things you enjoy. Adding ADHD into the mix can bring more fun and creativity. It can also make some things harder to do. For some, also adding Autism might bring along a few more interests and a few more hurdles.

Navigating the changes in your teen body, mind and emotions might make you feel anxious at times. Coaching can help you build confidence as you set up systems to manage your responsibilities or take on a new, fun project of your own.

TEEN & ADHD COACHING: supports executive skill development while pursuing goals that matter to you.

What do you want to do?
Coaching is a research-based, practical support that can help you organize your day tomorrow, get through your academic tasks, help you carve out the time to spend with your friends and family, and begin to lay the groundwork for the things that matter to you. You can download more details on coaching for teens here.

For Parents:
Your teen is in the “driver’s seat” and chooses a project or goal that is meaningful for them. Rest assured that I will support your teen to improve their executive function skills regardless of the goal they have chosen.

TEEN ACADEMIC STRATEGIST: supports academic organization and time management.

An Academic Strategist helps you organize and stay organized with your school work. Much of this work is proactive and involves supporting students to:

  • set up schedules and calendars
  • navigate school websites and portals to stay up-to-date
  • record and keep track of homework using planners/agendas or alternative methods (We will find out what works best for you!)
  • create and customize routines to use schedules, calendars and planners
  • set up study and homework environments to promote focus and reduce distractions
  • learn to communicate with teachers

Develop specific study skills to study SMARTER not harder

Increase your overall academic self-confidence by improving your:
-ability to identify key academic skills, including: self-advocacy, anxiety management, and executive skills such as organization, time management, self-regulation, and attention
-ability to read and understand course content (textbooks, research articles, PowerPoints, etc.)
-ability to complete a variety of assignments (essays, projects, etc.)
-note-taking skills
-writing skills
-studying strategies, test-taking strategies
-effectiveness with technology, including assistive technology, if needed