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What is executive function coaching?
What is executive function coaching?
Executive function coaching is a form of life coaching designed to help people with differently wired brains (from ADHD, autism, concussion, etc.) strengthen executive functioning skills and reach goals in any area of life. Coaching can include strategies, skill development, adaptations, environmental modifications, and education about the diagnosis and its impact. It provides a form of accountability as the client works toward the goal.
Executive function coaching is a form of life coaching designed to help people with differently wired brains (from ADHD, autism, concussion, etc.) strengthen executive functioning skills and reach goals in any area of life. Coaching can include strategies, skill development, adaptations, environmental modifications, and education about the diagnosis and its impact. It provides a form of accountability as the client works toward the goal.
Executive functioning skills include task initiation, prioritizing, attention, memory, self-monitoring, flexibility, organization, impulse control, problem solving, and more.
Executive functioning skills include task initiation, prioritizing, attention, memory, self-monitoring, flexibility, organization, impulse control, problem solving, and more.
What's the difference between EF coaching and ADHD coaching?
What's the difference between EF coaching and ADHD coaching?
Executive function (EF) coaching follows the same overall structure and process as ADHD coaching, so there is a lot of overlap, and it can look the same for a client with ADHD.
The key difference is that EF coaching can be provided to anyone with executive dysfunction, not just those with ADHD (e.g., autistic individuals, people who have had concussions or traumatic brain injury (TBI). It may also involve an emphasis on skill development, while an ADHD coach may offer programs that emphasize mindset, accountability, or health and wellness.
Is coaching right for me?
Is coaching right for me?
Adults with executive dysfunction often go into adulthood having never developed executive functioning skills to reach their potential. If you feel like your executive dysfunction is holding you back, and you want to structure your life in a way that is conducive to an ADHD or autistic brain or strengthen skills, my coaching program can help you. If you're still unsure, try a free consultation call and I can help you decide if it's right for you.
Adults with executive dysfunction often go into adulthood having never developed executive functioning skills to reach their potential. If you feel like your executive dysfunction is holding you back, and you want to structure your life in a way that is conducive to an ADHD or autistic brain or strengthen skills, my coaching program can help you. If you're still unsure, try a free consultation call and I can help you decide if it's right for you.
What do you work on in coaching?
What do you work on in coaching?
We will discuss what you would like to work on in the free consultation. We can work toward any goal in which you feel you are held back by executive dysfunction or your life experiences from ADHD or autism. Some examples include developing a morning routine, keeping up with chores, improving memory, controlling impulses, listening carefully at work or in social situations, or time management.
We will discuss what you would like to work on in the free consultation. We can work toward any goal in which you feel you are held back by executive dysfunction or your life experiences from ADHD or autism. Some examples include developing a morning routine, keeping up with chores, improving memory, controlling impulses, listening carefully at work or in social situations, or time management.
What does a coaching session look like?
What does a coaching session look like?
Sessions will be on Google Meet (video call platform).
Sessions will be on Google Meet (video call platform).
The first session will include a thorough discussion of your experiences, goals, and barriers you face as well as your executive functioning strengths and needs. We will narrow in on a goal and a plan to reach that goal.
The first session will include a thorough discussion of your experiences, goals, and barriers you face as well as your executive functioning strengths and needs. We will narrow in on a goal and a plan to reach that goal.
The follow-up sessions will start off with a review of the last session, checking in with your progress, addressing barriers that came up, working toward the next step in the plan, and deciding on 1-3 changes to make or strategies to practice before the next session.
The follow-up sessions will start off with a review of the last session, checking in with your progress, addressing barriers that came up, working toward the next step in the plan, and deciding on 1-3 changes to make or strategies to practice before the next session.
Sessions will typically be once per week for 50 minutes, but adjustments can be made as needed with advanced notice.
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Do I need a diagnosis to start?
Do I need a diagnosis to start?
No diagnosis is needed. We will discuss your experiences on the free consultation call and as long as I think executive function coaching is the right approach for you, we can get started on coaching!
No diagnosis is needed. We will discuss your experiences on the free consultation call and as long as I think executive function coaching is the right approach for you, we can get started on coaching!
Can someone else join my coaching session?
Can someone else join my coaching session?
Absolutely! Coaching is for you, so if you feel like it would be beneficial for someone else to join, that's great! Please email me at least 24 hours in advance with the person's name, relationship to you, and whether they will be joining in the same location as you or if they need the link to join the call.
Absolutely! Coaching is for you, so if you feel like it would be beneficial for someone else to join, that's great! Please email me at least 24 hours in advance with the person's name, relationship to you, and whether they will be joining in the same location as you or if they need the link to join the call.
Please keep in mind that the session would still focus on you and your goals unless we specifically discuss a plan for something else during a coaching session (e.g. educating someone on your needs, practicing self-advocacy, or addressing a conflict that stems from neurodivergence).
How does payment work?
How does payment work?
I currently accept payments through Zelle or Square. These are secure methods that involve either a direct transfer between bank accounts, or payment via debit or credit card. You can learn more about how Zelle works here, or email coaching@thinklinkthrive.com for more information.
I currently accept payments through Zelle or Square. These are secure methods that involve either a direct transfer between bank accounts, or payment via debit or credit card. You can learn more about how Zelle works here, or email coaching@thinklinkthrive.com for more information.
Does coaching count as health care? Can I pay with insurance?
Does coaching count as health care? Can I pay with insurance?
Coaching is not a health care service. Services are not covered by health insurance. You may check if you can use your Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account (FSA/HSA) benefits to help pay for coaching services. Please contact your FSA/HSA provider to see if our services qualify as an approved use of those funds. You may also check if your 529 Plan college funds can pay for coaching services. Please contact your 529 Plan provider to see if that can be an option for you.
Coaching is not a health care service. Services are not covered by health insurance. You may check if you can use your Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account (FSA/HSA) benefits to help pay for coaching services. Please contact your FSA/HSA provider to see if our services qualify as an approved use of those funds. You may also check if your 529 Plan college funds can pay for coaching services. Please contact your 529 Plan provider to see if that can be an option for you.
Coaching is also not covered by HIPAA; however, any information you share will still be kept confidential. As a coach, I follow the principles of confidentiality outlined in the International Coaching Federation (ICF) Code of Ethics. This is not considered a legally confidential relationship (like the medical and legal professions); however, I will not disclose any personal information pertaining to the client without prior written consent.
Coaching is also not covered by HIPAA; however, any information you share will still be kept confidential. As a coach, I follow the principles of confidentiality outlined in the International Coaching Federation (ICF) Code of Ethics. This is not considered a legally confidential relationship (like the medical and legal professions); however, I will not disclose any personal information pertaining to the client without prior written consent.
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