Does my child need a formal ADHD diagnosis to work with you?
No. Some of the teens I work with have a diagnosis, some are on a waitlist for one, and some parents just know their child is struggling even without a label yet. I'm not here to diagnose - I'm here to help, whatever stage they are at.

What actually happens in a session?
It varies a lot depending on the child and what's going on for them that week. We might dig into the science of learning - how their brain actually takes in and holds onto information - or work on sleep hygiene and device habits if mornings and evenings are a battle. Other weeks it's more about mindfulness or just building confidence and wellbeing. There's no fixed script - it's whatever's actually going to move the needle for that child right now.

Is this tutoring?
No - I'm not there to help with maths or essays. I'm there to help with the stuff that gets in the way of doing the maths or the essay: focus, motivation, organisation, that constant feeling of "I know I'm capable of more than this."

How is this different from what the school already does?
Schools are stretched, and even a great teacher has 30 children in the room. This is one-on-one, it's ongoing, and it's specifically about how your child's brain works - not about covering curriculum.

You're not a psychologist - so what qualifies you to do this?
Fair question. I spent over a decade in schools, including as a Dean, so I've seen hundreds of students up close. I've got a science degree, I've done the reading on ADHD and behaviour change, and I have ADHD myself. That combination - the professional side and the lived side - is really the whole basis of how I coach.

My child says they don't need help. What then?
Honestly, that's really common, and it usually eases once they realises this isn't school and I'm not another adult telling them what they’re doing wrong. First session is mostly just me getting to know them - no pressure, no lectures. I’m very good at building trust and rapport with students.

How long before we see a difference?
I'd be lying if I gave you a number - every child is different. Some parents notice small shifts within a few weeks; for others it's more gradual. I'll always be honest with you about how it's going, not just tell you what you want to hear.

Do you work with teenagers, or younger kids too?
Mostly ages 11-18, since that's where I've got the deepest experience - but reach out either way and we can talk about whether it's a good fit.

Can I stay involved, or is this just between you and my child?
Both - I'll check in with you regularly, since you know your child better than anyone. But the coaching relationship itself needs to feel like your child's own space, not another adult reporting on them.