Frequently Asked Questions

Last Updated: August 25th, 2026

General Coaching

  • I’m an AACC credentialed ADHD coach. This means I have completed 116 hours of ADHD coach specific training and 10 hours of mentor coaching. I am currently working towards credentialing with the ICF and PAAC.

    Providing quality coaching to my clients is my top priority. I am an active ACO member and routinely participate in educational and professional development opportunities.

    Alongside my training, I am an autistic ADHDer myself. So, I know what it’s like to be in your shoes through my lived experience!

  • ADHD coaching is a practical, strengths-based partnership designed to support executive functioning. In our sessions, we focus on what’s actually getting in your way, whether that’s starting assignments, managing time, or keeping track of deadlines. You’ll walk away with personalized strategies we’ve built together.

  • AuDHD coaching takes into account the unique experience of living with both ADHD and autism as a post-secondary student. We look at conflicting needs (such as the ADHD drive for novelty vs the autistic need for predictable routine). We also take into account things like sensory overload, the weight of masking, and autistic burnout.

  • I am based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. My coaching is delivered to university and college students across Canada, the United States and internationally!

  • No, a formal diagnosis of any kind is not required. Whether you have a formal ADHD or autism diagnosis, are self-identified, or simply find yourself struggling with executive dysfunction at school, you are welcome here.

  • All sessions take place via Google Meets, making it easy to fit into your class schedule without the extra stress of a commute! I also offer session times on evenings and Sundays, as well as email check ins in between to keep up the momentum.

  • Truthfully, there is a lot of overlap! Executive function coaching focuses specifically on the skills like planning, prioritizing, organization, working memory, and task initiation that make daily life and school run smoothly.

    ADHD and AuDHD coaching include this, plus a broader lens of how these diagnoses show up for you personally on a larger scale.

Coaching vs Therapy/Medical/Other Support

  • Therapy typically focuses on processing past experiences, treating mental health conditions and exploring the “why” behind things.

    Coaching is more forward focused and action oriented, looking closer at the “how”. We focus on building concrete strategies for daily life, routines, studying and navigating all the demands of post-secondary life.

    Coaching and therapy compliment one another very well, and many of my clients are in therapy as well as coaching!

  • No. As an ADHD coach, I do not prescribe medication or provide psychological diagnoses.

    However, we can work on self-advocacy strategies that will support you in requesting and navigating accommodations through your school’s accessibility office.

  • Tutoring and study skills support typically focus on the subject content, or specific studying techniques.

    Coaching is different in that it’s not teaching you any subject matter or prescribing study methods. We’re strengthening your foundations that make it easier to learn and study in any subject.

Academic & Student Success

  • School is harder when you don’t have adequate support. In coaching, we’ll target the specific pain points that have been contributing to your stress. Whether that’s preparing for exams, getting on top of procrastination, balancing having a social life with academics or something in between.

    With the right strategies you can get ahead of the stress and burnout before it sets in.

  • Yes. Coaching provides an immediate and judgement-free space to reset and create an action plan. We will look at what did and didn’t work in previous semesters to create a realistic plan that will help you get back into clear academic standing.

Pricing & Student Funding

  • Current coaching rates and sliding scale availability can be found directly on our services & pricing page. All rates are listed and billed in Canadian Dollars (CAD)

  • Coaching is generally not covered by standard provincial or private health insurance plans. However, some extended health benefits with flexible wellness accounts or Health Care Spending Accounts (HCSA) may allow reimbursement. You can confirm by checking directly with your provider.

  • Yes! If you are an eligible post-secondary student in Ontario, my ADHD, AuDHD and Executive Function coaching services qualify for funding through the Bursary for Students with Disabilities (BSWD).

    Eligible students across Canada may use the Canada Student Grant to fund coaching services.

    You can learn more on my funding in Canada page.

  • Yes, a limited number of sliding scale spots are reserved to make coaching more accessible. You can indicate your need for a sliding scale rate when booking your free discovery call.

Getting Started & Expectations

  • Many students experience immediate relief as soon as after the first session! However, long-term habit building and meaningful change takes time. I’ll work with most students for at least a full semester before big changes start to set in.

  • The discovery call is a casual, no-pressure 20 minute chat. I’ll share more about what coaching with me looks like, and we will discuss your current challenges with school, what you would like to achieve, and see if working together feels like the right fit for you.

  • If it feels like a good fit, I’ll send you everything you’ll need to get started! This includes scheduling your first session, and a short intake form and coaching agreement.

    There is no pressure in the discovery call itself. I always encourage folks to take their time and think things over!

  • Sessions are typically 1 hour long. For new clients I suggest meeting on a weekly basis to get momentum going, and then reducing to a biweekly or monthly session. However, this is completely flexible to what your needs are and what will work with your schedule.

    Between sessions you can reach out by email if anything comes up, and I am happy to schedule a check in email to touch base and see how things are going.

  • Coaching is focused on the student, and sessions are always confidential. However, parents are often part of the bigger picture especially around funding and support.

    If you’re a parent looking into this for your student, visit the For Parents page for more information.