Misplaced keys. Getting sidetracked when preparing breakfast. Forgetting appointments. Impulsively checking your phone mid task and then forgetting where you left off. Blurting out a comment that you didn’t mean for anyone to hear. If you have ADHD, these probably sound like typical events throughout your day. The cycle of distractions and difficulties managing time and attention can be frustrating and overwhelming, leading to increased stress, inefficiency with task completion, problems with interpersonal relationships, and decreased self-confidence. It is important to remember that ADHD does not define you and that CHANGE IS POSSIBLE through ADHD coaching.
How ADHD Coaching Works?
ADHD coaching assists in developing personalized strategies and coping mechanisms, based on your specific needs. Your ADHD coach will help you to identify your strengths, challenges, and goals, while creating your plan. Typical goal areas that will be addressed include building structure and organization, enhancing focus and attention, goal setting and follow through, and increasing self-confidence. Let’s explore how each of these areas are addressed.
- Building Structure and Organization: A primary goal of ADHD coaching is to help you build structure and organization into your daily life. This may sound intimidating because your brain may seem resistant to change at first, but your coach will work with you at a comfortable pace. Systems can be modified as needed to meet your daily demands. Routines may be established, time-management strategies implemented, and organizational systems can be put in place to manage personal responsibilities. Working with an ADHD coach can help you gain control over your schedule, reduce your stress, and increase your productivity.
- Enhancing Focus and Attention: Staying focused and managing distractions can be very challenging if you have ADHD. An ADHD coach will offer practical techniques to improve concentration and manage distractions. These techniques may include specific strategies to remain on task, mindfulness exercises and increased awareness of challenging situations. By maximizing your ability to focus, you can achieve increased success in your professional and personal life.
- Goal Setting: You likely feel overwhelmed when you sit down to create a plan and set goals. Your ADHD coach will help you break down larger goals into smaller, manageable steps, increasing the likelihood of success. The ADHD coach will provide ongoing support, helping you to stay accountable and motivated to achieve your goals and objectives.
- Boosting Self-Confidence: ADHD often leads to decreased self-confidence and lower self-esteem. Your ADHD coach is there to offer encouragement, understanding and positive reinforcement. During your ADHD coaching sessions, you will gain an understanding of your personal strengths and how to use those strengths in different situations. This will lead to increased self-confidence to take on additional challenges.
Living with ADHD does not need to be a constant struggle and you don’t need to face it alone. Through ADHD coaching, you can gain the tools and strategies you need to effectively manage your life and unlock your full potential. If you, a family member, friend or co-worker are trying to manage the challenges associated with ADHD and would like more information about ADHD coaching, contact me at doreen@thecognitivecoach.net or call 732-977-7381. With the right guidance and support, managing life with ADHD can be an opportunity for personal growth and opportunity.
