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Practical strategies for brain health, cognitive wellness, peak performance, and stress management
Letter To Parents Of High School Seniors-When To Hire A Coach
As a parent of three children, I know very well the balance between providing enough structure for success and allowing them to stumble but never hit the ground. I learned how to achieve that balance...
New Semester, New Strategy: A Brain-Smart Reset For Students With Executive Functioning Challenges
New Semester, New Strategy: A Brain-Smart Reset For Students With Executive Functioning Challenges
Calming The Morning Chaos-Managing ADHD
It’s mid January and kids have been back to school for at least two weeks in most families. That’s enough time for parents with children with ADHD to feel like the wheels are coming off the bus. By...
Navigating Overload: Tips For Student Survival
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Navigating The Holidays: The Crucial Role Of Communication Skills In Creating Meaningful Connections
The holiday season is upon us. It is a time to celebrate and connect with family, friends and co-workers in a relaxed atmosphere. Sounds fun and easy right? Not if you struggle with communication...
Mid-Semester Slump: Why Students With ADHD And Post-Concussion Syndrome Struggle—And How To Bounce Back
As the semester hits its midpoint, many college students with ADHD or who are managing concussion symptoms find themselves in a familiar place: overwhelmed, behind on assignments, and unsure how to...
The Family Fortune No One Talks About: Follow The Brain Health Map To Unlock Your Family’s True Treasure
When we hear the word “fortune,” most of us immediately think of money—savings accounts, property, investments, inheritances. It’s what we’re taught to build, protect, and pass on to the next...
Mind Matters: The Hidden Consequences Of Dismissing Cognitive Concerns
In our fast-paced world, where people are focused on increased speed and productivity, the silent struggles of cognitive well-being are often overlooked. As a Speech Language Pathologist and Brain...
Embracing Challenges For Better Brain Health
How did you spend your weekend? In a world where comfort and convenience are often at our fingertips, mentally and physically challenging ourselves might seem unnecessary or even uncomfortable....
Building Your Child’s Success-An Open Letter To Parents
Dear Parents,
The Intricate Dance Of Cognition-How Speed Of Processing Impacts The Demand On Working Memory
What is the impact of even a slight reduction in processing speed in our daily lives? In a word-HUGE. Delayed processing impacts everything we do from understanding information, to responding, to...
School’s Out For Summer!
Vacations, camps, and long summer days are things to look forward to, but they are also bumpy times for some. Let’s turn the end-of-school-year chaos into a harmonious journey for our kids with ADHD...
Summer Study Hacks: Design Your Best Space And Schedule
Summer is a time for fun and relaxation, but it’s also essential for students to keep up with their academic skills and complete their assigned summer work. It’s also a time to strengthen skills in...
Finding Your Family’s Ready Stance: A Summer Skill For Calm, Focus, And Flexibility
Finding Your Family’s Ready Stance: A Summer Skill For Calm, Focus, And Flexibility
Finding Your Gear
“So you are saying I need to find the gear that allows me to work best?”
Managing Your Life With ADHD Coaching
Misplaced keys. Getting sidetracked when preparing breakfast. Forgetting appointments. Impulsively checking your phone mid task and then forgetting where you left off. Blurting out a comment that...
Embracing The Wait: The Importance Of Patience In Decision-Making
In the fast-paced world we live in today, instant gratification is often the norm, making the art of waiting increasingly valuable. Decision-making is a fundamental part of all of our lives, and the...
Active Listening: It’s Just Like Making A Pizza
When you think of active listening, do you ever imagine it as making a pizza? It might sound unusual, but crafting a perfect pizza is similar to how we should approach conversations. Here’s how.
🌼 Spring Fever + ADHD: What Parents Need To Know ☀️🧠
Spring fever is real—and when your child has ADHD, this seasonal shift can feel like someone turned the dial to maximum volume on an already busy brain.
Brain Injury Awareness Month: Shedding Light On Invisible Struggles
March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing public understanding of brain injuries and their far-reaching effects. Brain injuries, often referred to as the “invisible...
The Heart-Brain Connection: How A Healthy Heart Supports A Sharp Mind
When it comes to brain health, most people think of memory exercises and mental challenges. But did you know that one of the best ways to keep your brain sharp is by taking care of your heart? Your...
Life Happens… Navigating Cognitive Challenges With Compassion And Practical Tool
Life can change in an instant—through illness or injury. When it does, our brains often bear the brunt of the shift. That’s why the _Life Happens…_ e-book series was created—to offer practical,...
Why Brain Health Education Is Essential When Working With ADHD
When working with client with ADHD, brain health education is not just a bonus—it’s a necessity. ADHD is often framed as a behavioral or executive functioning challenge, but at its core, it’s about...
Let’s Get Ready For School
It’s the time in the summer when parents and children are beginning to think about the upcoming school year.
Back-To-School Essentials: Preparing For A Successful Year
As summer winds down, parents and children pay attention to the upcoming school year. There’s usually a lot of excitement about back-to-school shopping, finding out classes and teachers, and seeing...
The Friction Of Growing Up – Inside A Child’s World
As the school year begins this week for some and is just around the corner for others, let’s take a moment to reflect on the life of a child/adolescent.
Calming Chaos-Do I Have An Executive Function Disorder?
The alarm goes off at 5:45 am and you jump out of bed, knock out 5 miles on the treadmill, catch the train, and are at your desk for 7:30. You create your agenda for your first meeting at 8:00 and...
Why Speech Therapy Is Important For Children?
In today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, effective communication and social abilities are essential for kids to thrive. Pragmatic skills, the secret language that goes beyond words, is a...
Benefits Of ADHD Coaching: How It Can Transform Your Life
Angry. Lonely. Frustrated. Stuck. These are the words I hear most often when speaking with a client with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Imagine trying to build success when this is how...