Frequently Asked Questions

We know every student and situation is unique. Please feel free to reach out to talk more about your questions as they relate to your student!
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GETTING STARTED

Can I Enroll At Anytime?

Yes! Everything we do is customized to you, so you can enroll when you are ready! Your first month of coaching will be a prorated charge based on your enrollment date.

Do I Need a Consultation to Enroll?

No, if you feel you are ready to enroll, you simply head over to our Programs page and click on the plan you want. It is a very short form and then we will reach out through email with onboarding.

We are always happy to talk with you prior to enrolling to make sure you understand our program, we can understand your needs, and you can decide if it is a good fit.

Do You Work With Students Who Are Failing Classes or on Academic Probation?

Absolutely! Our coaches are trained and experienced in academic recovery. Don’t wait to get coaching until your student falls further behind or fails their classes. We can jump in immediately to remediate grades, talk to teachers and professors, and make a plan to get students back on track. The situation may feel hopeless, but we are here to help.

How Are Coaches Assigned?

We put a lot of thought into coach matching. When you sign up, we will send both a parent and student onboarding form. Once we have your onboarding forms back, we will send the most qualified coaches' bios to your student and they get to choose their own coach!


You know you are getting the most qualified coach, but your student has the autonomy to choose who they want to work with.


We are always happy to switch your coach if you feel your coach is not a good fit for you. It is as easy as asking for new choices.

My Student Said They Do Not Want Coaching, Should I Force Them?

Student buy in is key to a successful relationship and forward progress. Often students are skeptical about how a coach can help and that is normal, but it is critical they are willing to meet with their coach and engage in the program. We are happy to talk with your student to explain more about how coaching can support them and ease their fears. If a student is still not ready, it is better to wait until they are.

PROGRAM INFORMATION

Does Your Program Have a Guarantee?

Yes, our skill building programs do have a progress guarantee! If your student is enrolled in Succeed, Intensive, Spectrum Success, or Development Life Coaching, attends sessions, and follows coaching plans we guarantee they will have measurable growth or we will refund your investment. Students must participate for a minimum of 3 months to be eligible for the guarantee.

Is Your Program Only Offered Virtually?

Yes, currently, we are only working with students virtually. It actually works great for busy schedules! It also works well for clients who do not transition well to leave the house. No more having to argue about getting shoes on and out the door or running late.

My Student Has Struggled with Virtual School, Will This Work?

There is research that shows that virtual academic coaching is just as effective as in-person coaching. Also, our coaching sessions are designed for the focus fatigue many ADHD people struggle with. We honor keeping things in a 20-30 minute, manageable time frame. ADHD students frequently struggle with virtual school because it is often up to 6-8 hours without a break.

My student’s university offers Academic Student Support Services. Is this the same thing?

Many universities, colleges, and even some high schools are starting to recognize the incredible impact of coaching support for students. However, many of these programs offer limited individualized support and follow a curriculum-based approach. Coaches in these settings are often peers, similar to teaching assistants (TAs). Universities are typically focused on meeting the needs of many students, which can leave neurodivergent students struggling with the structure and limitations of university-offered coaching. These students often require a professional who can dig deeper to uncover the root causes and develop the best strategies for their success.

University-based coaches may provide students with a list of other university support services, but it remains up to the student to seek these services and make the necessary arrangements. While university coaches may review needed work and due dates, they often lack processes to help students remediate grades and build individual skills.

Our program actively digs into needs, challenges, and barriers with students during sessions, ensuring they receive the personalized support they need to succeed.

Do you offer tutoring for high school and college students?

We do not offer traditional tutoring services. However, we have found that many of our students no longer require tutors after working with their coach. Often, the challenge isn't the content itself, but rather missing assignments, procrastination, and overwhelm that create the illusion of struggling with the material.


Tutoring typically focuses on a single academic concept, such as biology, which can be helpful but often only results in passing that specific class. This often means hiring different tutors for each class, which can become quite expensive. Coaching, on the other hand, facilitates broad skills that transfer to new classes. By teaching time management, organization, working memory improvement, note-taking, and study skills, students find success across all their courses.

If a student genuinely struggles with the concepts of a class, their coach will reach out to discuss the potential need for a tutor. We also empower students to communicate with teachers, professors, and parents about specific questions and needs, building self-advocacy skills and confidence.

How Long Are Sessions?

Sessions are between 20 and 30 minutes each.

What Age Group Do You Work With?

We specialize in working with clients that are 11+ who would benefit from gaining an understanding of how to manage their ADHD as well as gaining strategies and routines to simplify their daily lives.

College Students having difficulty managing schoolwork, social life, and life on their own are especially fit for this program. That means ANY AGE going to pick up college courses or certifications. We have student from freshman year to taking their medical boards.

Do You Work With Elementary School?

Elementary students require a unique set of strategies as well as more in depth parental support. Our program is designed to foster independence and self awareness with teens and young adults. If you have a younger student, please ask us about our 8-13 year old Sprout program where we have coaches specially trained for this age group.

Do I Have to Be Diagnosed With ADHD to Benefit?

Absolutely not! We have many students without a formal diagnosis. We also know Executive Function Skills can be impacted due to many different things including ADHD, Autism Spectrum, Anxiety, Depression, or just having weak skills! It is not important to us why your student is struggling, just that they are, and we are here to help.

Does your Program Only Address Academic Goals?

We include all of life into coaching and action plans. We help students check and respond to emails, healthy eating and sleeping habits, positive scheduling, and even helping to balance the “want tos” and the “need tos”. Again, each student’s situation is unique and we create action plans based on their needs each day, whatever those may be.

What Happens if I am Not Reaching My Goals?

Open communication is key in the coaching relationship. If you're not satisfied with your coaching experience, discuss your concerns with your coach openly and collaboratively explore potential solutions. Our coaches will adjust to your needs.

If you have any questions or concerns during coaching, you can reach out to our Program Director. Sometimes students may feel their coach is not the right match for them and that is ok! Our goal is your student’s success!

Is There Support and Communication with Parents?

We absolutely involve parents in the process! As a parent you will also be connected to your student’s coach on our meeting and messaging platform so you can communicate and collaborate with them.

We also share a student snapshot that updates you on their progress each month. Every 3 months we send our proprietary, Executive Function Skills Tracker so parents can see empirical progress.

BILLING

Do You Require a Minimum Time Contract When I Enroll?

No, all of our programs are month to month and we do not have minimum time contracts beyond your current month.

We recommend 6 - 12 months of coaching. Early coaching focuses on foundational skills while later months are higher level executive functions and habituating the changes. When students leave coaching too early often old habits creep back in, leaving everyone frustrated.

Do You Accept Insurance?

Unfortunately, most insurance does not cover coaching expenses because they are not considered medical treatments. Coaching is often covered by HSA/Flex spending accounts and 529 Plans. Contact your benefits provider for more information.

How Do I Pay My Monthly Coaching Fee?

Coaching fees are set up as a monthly subscription that bills on the 15th of each month. Your first month is prorated between start date and the 15th.

Are There Extra Fees Not Listed on the Program Page?

We do not have any extra or hidden fees! We offer students access to a school approved AI study and note taking app and this is included in our academic program. We have an add on for our focus, study groups for all our programs at a discounted rate.

How Do I Cancel?

This can be done by email, phone call, or text message. You always get a real person when you reach out to us - no hoops, bots, or confusing phone trees!

What Happens Over Summer Break?

That is up to you! We do have several summer programs to choose from or you can take a break over summer. Let us know your pause and return date - we will stop charges, but your student will not lose their spot with their coach.


We also have life and academic coaching available or you can also choose a specialty program like our College Prep or Middle School Launch programs.

GENERAL

What is ADHD or Executive Function Coaching?

Coaching is a partnership with a professional that focuses on helping individuals develop the foundational skills needed for independence in academics and life. These are specially curated programs that target under-developed executive functioning skills, such as time management, planning, organization, and emotional regulation using real time tasks and goals to identify barriers and discover personalized strategies.

Your coach checks in with clients for accountability, motivation, and to adjust strategies as needed. They also create a safe environment for reflecting on decisions and thinking to build self awareness which is critical for meaningful change.

What Are Executive Function Skills?

Executive functions skills are the mental processes that allow us to plan, focus attention, remember instructions, regulate emotions, and organize multiple tasks. These skills help us navigate daily challenges more effectively without falling behind or getting overwhelmed.

Is ADHD/Executive Function Coaching Worth the Investment?

We understand that we may seem biased, but for us, this is personal. Our founder, CEO, directors, and coaches have all experienced the incredible impact of coaching firsthand. The positive changes it has brought to our lives have inspired us to dedicate ourselves to helping as many families as possible.


While the investment in coaching is significant, it is truly an investment in a successful future. The financial consequences of lost tuition or scholarship funds, limited college choices, and academic probation can be extremely costly.

Successfully navigating high school opens up unlimited opportunities for scholarships, college choices, and career exploration after graduation. Success in college means the sky's the limit for majors, career opportunities, and scholarships. And successfully managing everyday challenges leads to a balanced, content life where students can make informed decisions, set goals, and manage stress effectively, empowering them to become anything they aspire to be.

How Long Does Coaching Last?

Absolutely! Our coaches are trained and experienced in academic recovery. Don’t wait to get coaching until your student falls further behind or fails their classes. We can jump in immediately to remediate grades, talk to teachers and professors, and make a plan to get students back on track. The situation may feel hopeless, but we are here to help.

How Long Does Coaching Last?

Every student is unique and programs that promise certain wins within a set amount of coaching time are not being honest in their approach. Progress relies on many factors such as the coaching plan, unique struggles, emotional state, and belief or buy-in of the process.

There’s typically a critical time at the start of coaching in the first 90 days, when you will start to see positive changes including completed work and tasks, less arguing, and increased confidence. Some students may make progress faster or slower. Most find that they really like the support and accountability and stick with their coaches long-term.

Many students see progress more quickly with a more intensive program as the action plans are for a narrower time and reinforcement is more frequent.

Over time, clients increase their skills and may choose to go with a lighter coaching program as they improve.

How Is Coaching Different from Therapy?

While both coaching and therapy aim to support individuals in achieving personal growth, they differ in focus and approach. Therapy typically addresses past traumas, mental health symptoms, and emotional concerns, whereas coaching is present-oriented and focuses on goal attainment, skill development, and performance improvement with a working action plan each session.

Coaching is a perfect partner for therapy as it offers real time skill development and strategies to navigate challenges.

Will My Student Just Become Dependent on Their Coach Telling Them What to Do?

Our primary goal is to empower your student by facilitating their own thought processes, rather than providing direct advice. This approach, grounded in inquiry, powerful questioning, and extensive training, enables clients to tap into their self-knowledge, acknowledging them as experts in their own lives. The ultimate aim of each session is to collaborate with the client to create an action plan that they've devised, with coach guidance steering the conversation. Our end goal is your student managing their daily life independently.

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