Teens

Being a teenager is a lot. Being a neurodivergent teenager is even more.

School demands, social pressure, big emotions, and a brain that doesn’t fit “normal” expectations. Teens with ADHD, Autism, or other brain differences are often working harder than anyone around them realizes, and still feeling like it’s not enough.

Coaching offers a dedicates space to understand how their brain works, build strategies that actually fit them, and develop the self-awareness and skills that will serve them for life.

All sessions are held over zoom.

How It Works for Teens

Coaching for teens involves the whole family, but centers the teen. Here’s how we get started:

Step 1 — Parent Chemistry Call (Free, 30 minutes)

We start with a call for parents/caregivers. This is a chance for you to share context, ask questions, and make sure coaching feels like the right fit.

Step 2 — Teen Chemistry Call (Free, 30 minutes)

If we decide to move forward, the teen gets their own chemistry call — just them and me. No parents in the room. This gives the teen a chance to ask questions, get a feel for coaching, and decide if they want to do this.

Step 3 — Intake Session

Once everyone's on board, we schedule the full intake.

This is a dedicated session to understand the teen as a whole person — their strengths, their challenges, their goals, and what's been getting in the way. We'll review the intake form, dig into what school and daily life actually look like, and start building a roadmap for our work together.

On-Going Sessions

Designed to give the teen a consistent, confidential space to work through what's real for them — whether that's homework battles, friendship stress, emotion regulation, or building independence.

Between Session Support

I'm available by email or text between sessions for brief check-ins. If the teen is working through something or wants to share a win, I'm here.

If your teen is ever in emotional crisis, please reach out to your local support network or use emergency resources. Coaching is not intended for crisis intervention.

A Note on Confidentiality

What teens share in sessions stays between us — with a few important exceptions (safety concerns). I believe teens are more likely to do meaningful work in coaching when they trust that the space is theirs.

I keep caregivers informed of general themes and progress, and I'll always flag anything that needs your attention. But the details of our conversations are private.

Common Coaching Topics for Teens

  • Executive functioning: homework, task initiation, organization, time management

  • Emotion regulation: big feelings, meltdowns, anxiety, stress

  • Social navigation: friendships, reading the room, self-advocacy

  • School: accommodations, working with teachers, managing transitions

  • Identity + self-understanding: what does it mean to be neurodivergent? What are my strengths?

  • Building independence and self-confidence