Does ADHD coaching actually work?

So you've found yourself on another ADHD coaching site, and you're wondering, "Does this actually work? Or is this whole thing a scam?". Your skepticism is completely understandable! Coaching is a nebulous concept, and many people are unclear how it differs from other solutions like therapy. In this article, I'll tackle your most common coaching questions using research so you can form opinions based on objective measurements rather than marketing hype.

What is ADHD coaching?

Great question! CHADD defines coaching as "a practical intervention that specifically targets the core impairments of ADHD such as planning, time management, goal setting, organization and problem solving." In other words, ADHD coaching:

• Is distinct from therapy - Therapy is

• Is tailored to individuals with ADHD - ADHD coaching is different from life coaching and executive coaching in many ways. Typically ADHD coaches either have ADHD themselves or have a depth of knowledge about ADHD. Life coaching and executive coaching are often exploratory and open ended in nature. A coach may ask high

• Occurs over a short time period - Most people receive coaching over a predetermined, brief period such as 3 months. You should see improvements after only a few sessions, and it is generally not necessary to receive coaching indefinitely.

How is ADHD coaching different from life coaching or executive coaching?

While ADHD coaching falls under the general umbrella of coaching, it is quite different from all other types. Some coaching certification groups offer blended coaching fundamentals courses, but this is an approach I personally disagree with. In my opinion, the techniques and clientele are so meaningfully different that it does everyone a disservice to combine ADHD coaching with other varieties. Here are a few ways it is different:

• Coaches have experience with ADHD - Any good ADHD coach