FAQ
Common questions.
About ADHD coaching, what to expect, and how to get started.
What is ADHD coaching?
ADHD coaching is a collaborative, forward-focused process that helps you build the systems, habits, and self-understanding to work with your brain rather than against it. Unlike therapy, coaching doesn't focus on the past or diagnose — it focuses on where you want to go and what's getting in the way right now.
How is ADHD coaching different from therapy?
Therapy often explores the roots of patterns — why things are the way they are. Coaching focuses on what's next: identifying what you want, removing what's blocking you, and building practical systems that fit your actual life. Many people find coaching and therapy work well together; they're different tools for different jobs.
Do I need a diagnosis to work with you?
No. Many of my clients are self-identified, formally diagnosed, or somewhere in between. What matters is that you recognise your brain works differently and you're ready to build around that rather than fight it.
What does a coaching session actually look like?
Ongoing sessions are 50 minutes. Your first session is 75 minutes so we have time to go deeper on your goals and history before we start building. Sessions are virtual by default — video or phone, your choice.
How long does coaching typically take?
Most clients see meaningful change within 6–12 sessions. Some work with me ongoing because the accountability and rhythm of regular sessions is itself part of what makes life work. There's no minimum commitment — we start with a free discovery call to see what makes sense.
Is ADHD coaching covered by insurance?
Possibly — it depends entirely on your specific plan and employer. Coaching is not a regulated profession in Canada, so it doesn't have a billing code for extended health plans. That said, many employer Wellness Spending Accounts (WSA) list coaching as an eligible expense, and some Health Spending Account (HSA) administrators will accept it with supporting documentation from your doctor. The only way to know for sure is to check your benefits booklet or ask HR and your plan administrator directly.
What should my receipt include for insurance or WSA purposes?
Your receipt will include: your full name, the date of service, the session description ('ADHD Life Coaching Session'), session duration, amount paid marked as PAID, and my full name, credentials, and contact information. I include all of this on every receipt automatically.
What's the difference between an ADHD coach and an ADHD therapist?
An ADHD therapist (registered psychologist or registered clinical counsellor) can diagnose, treat mental health conditions, and bill insurance. An ADHD coach works specifically on building practical systems, skills, and accountability. Coaching is often more action-oriented and shorter-term.
Do you work with adults only, or also children and teens?
I work exclusively with adults (18+). My approach assumes a level of self-awareness and readiness to take ownership of change that typically comes with adulthood.
I'm not sure if I have ADHD — can coaching still help me?
Yes. If you consistently struggle with focus, follow-through, time management, emotional regulation, or the gap between intention and action — coaching can help. A formal diagnosis isn't a prerequisite for working together.
How do I get started?
Book a free 20-minute discovery call. It's a real conversation — not a sales pitch. You can ask me anything about my approach, and we'll both get a sense of whether working together makes sense.
Still have questions?
The fastest way to get answers is a free discovery call — 20 minutes, no pressure, and you can ask me anything.