From Overwhelmed to Organized
Give your teen the tools to manage time, stay focused, and build confidence. Executive function coaching helps develop lasting habits for academic success, independence, and motivation.
Lena Grodin, M.Ed. OTR/L, is an occupational therapist, specializing in helping teens and young adults with executive function skills. Lena is based in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Why Executive Function Coaching?
It can be difficult to watch your teen struggle with planning, organization, self-regulation, and study skills.
Executive function coaching is a personalized approach that helps to develop essential skills for planning, organization, self-regulation, and time management, empowering individuals to overcome challenges and achieve their goals effectively.
With personalized strategies, teens not only learn to manage their tasks but also build confidence and independence.
Benefits of Coaching
Research shows many benefits of executive function coaching.
Improved Organization Skills
EF coaching helps teens develop organizational strategies tailored to their needs, making it easier to keep track of assignments, deadlines, and materials. ( Langberg, J. M., et al., 2013).
Enhanced Time Management
Teens learn to prioritize tasks and manage their time effectively, which is often a struggle for those with ADHD. (Weyandt, L. L., & DuPaul, G. J. , 2006). "College Students with ADHD: Current Status and Future Directions." Journal of Attention Disorders, 10(3), 303-310.
Better Self-Regulation
Coaching provides strategies for self-monitoring and emotional regulation, helping teens manage impulsivity and frustration. ( Barkley, R. A. ,2015).
Increased Academic Performance
By developing skills in planning and goal-setting, teens often see improvements in their academic performance and motivation. ( DuPaul, G. J., & Stoner, G.,2014).
Boosted Confidence and Independence
As teens learn to navigate challenges more effectively, their confidence in their abilities grows, leading to greater independence. ( Kauffman, J. M., & Landrum, T. J. ,2013).