Executive Function SKILLS
inhibition / impulsivity
Coaching can assist individuals with ADHD in developing strategies to pause and evaluate impulsive urges, enabling them to make more thoughtful decisions and improve self-control.
Working memory
Coaching can help clients with ADHD by teaching memory-enhancing techniques and organizational strategies to improve their ability to retain and use information effectively.
Emotion Regulation
Coaching provides a supportive environment for individuals to identify and manage their emotions, teaching them coping strategies and mindfulness techniques to regulate mood more effectively.
Task Initiation
Coaching can help individuals create structured routines and break down tasks into smaller, manageable steps, making it easier to overcome procrastination and complete tasks.
TAsk Persistance
Through regular check-ins and encouragement, coaches can help individuals with ADHD stay focused on their goals and tasks, increasing their ability to persist through challenges and the boring hard part.
ORGANIZATION
Coaching can assist in creating personalized organizational systems and routines, helping individuals maintain order in their physical and digital spaces.
planning
Coaching can teach clients how to set clear priorities, create effective plans, and set achievable goals, facilitating better decision-making and time management.
Time management
Coaches can provide tools and strategies to improve time estimation and help clients create schedules that accommodate their specific needs and challenges.
goal setting
Coaches can guide clients in setting specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time bound goals, breaking them down into actionable steps, enhancing the ability to pursue and achieve objectives.
flexibility
Coaching can help individuals develop adaptive problem-solving skills and practice flexibility in changing circumstances, reducing stress and frustration.
metacognition
Coaches can foster self-awareness by encouraging clients to reflect on their thoughts and behaviors, helping them better understand their strengths and weaknesses.
motivation
Coaching can support and motivate individuals with ADHD by setting achievable milestones, providing positive reinforcement, and helping clients stay focused on their long-term objectives.