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The Power of the 20-Minute Coaching Session in ADHD Coach Training
When students begin an ADHD coach training program, they’re often surprised to learn that mentoring recordings and Coaching Labs sessions are structured using 20-minute time frames. Only 20 minutes? Isn’t that too short? What real benefit can a client gain in just 20...
Common Causes of Procrastination (And It’s Not Laziness)
Why Procrastination in ADHD Is Not a Personality Flaw The longer I work with individuals with ADHD, the more convinced I become that procrastination is not a character flaw. It’s not laziness. It’s not a lack of discipline. And it’s certainly not a moral...
How to Choose the Best ADHD Coach Training Program For You
So You Want to Be an ADHD Life Coach... What's Next? If you’ve ever thought, “I’d love to help people like me navigate ADHD,” or “Coaching feels like my next chapter,” then welcome—you’re in the right place. Becoming a certified ADHD coach is not only possible, but it...
ICF-Accredited vs. ICF-Approved: Choosing the Best ADHD Coach Training Program
When I first started exploring how to become an ADHD Life Coach, I was overwhelmed. Between trying to understand the different coaching credentials, training models, and program promises, I kept bumping into two phrases that sounded almost identical: ICF-accredited...
ADHD Coaching vs. Therapy: What’s the Difference—and Which Do You Need?
Why So Many People with ADHD Ask This Question If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Do I need a coach… or a therapist?”—you’re in good company. Maybe you’ve been diagnosed with ADHD. Maybe you suspect you have it. Or perhaps you're just exhausted from trying harder without...
Mentoring and Its Role in Becoming a Certified ADHD Life Coach
Why Mentor Coaching Matters on Your Path to Certification If you’re exploring ADHD Life Coach training, you’ve probably seen the term mentor coaching pop up more than once, especially if you’re aiming for an ICF credential like the ACC (Associate Certified Coach) or...
How to Become an ADHD Life Coach (Even If You’re Just Starting Out)
Why ADHD Coaching Is In Demand Right Now Let’s face it—ADHD is finally receiving the attention it deserves. From classrooms to boardrooms, more people are recognizing how ADHD manifests and how transformative it can be to have the right kind of support. That’s where...
How to Become a Certified ADHD Life Coach and Get Paid to Change Lives
If you’ve ever thought, "I want to make a difference AND make a living," you’re not alone. Being a certified ADHD Coach is one of the most fulfilling and flexible careers out there, especially for people who care deeply about helping others thrive in a world that...
The Top 5 Fears Newly Certified ADHD Coaches Have (and Why They’re Totally Normal)
So, you’re thinking about becoming an ADHD Life Coach. Maybe you’ve even checked out some training programs (👋 Hi, iACTcenter!). You're feeling excited—this could be your thing… your purpose. And then, right on cue, those sneaky little fear gremlins show up. 🫣 “Am I...
What It’s Like Inside the iACTcenter Training Experience
Have you ever had that “I know I’m meant to help others, but I don’t know where to start” feeling? Maybe you’ve always been the one people come to for advice. Or perhaps you’ve lived the ADHD experience yourself and now want to use that understanding to support...
Why Does Everything Feel So Hard? It Might be ADHD Burnout.
Have you ever felt completely exhausted—not just the usual tired-from-work exhausted—but that profound, bone-weary fatigue where even the simplest tasks seem impossible? Maybe your pile of dishes suddenly feels like climbing Mount Everest, or the thought of responding...
What Ethics Mean for Coaches and Clients: Clarity, Boundaries and Trust
If you are exploring coaching—whether as a career path, a complementary professional skill, or someone seeking a coach—it’s essential to understand the ethical standards and guidelines that uphold the integrity of the profession. The International Coaching Federation...
A Beautiful Brain: Celebrating the Differences, Diversity and Divinity of the ADHD Brain
🦅 What a Story About an Eagle Taught Me About ADHD and the Truth About Diversity Once, there was a man who had never seen an eagle. One day, a magnificent eagle perched on his windowsill. But instead of feeling awe, the man perceived ugliness. “What a strange-looking...
What is your ADHD Procrastination Style?
Do you often feel like you’re constantly playing catch-up, missing deadlines, or postponing activities you intend to do for less critical tasks? If so, you’re not alone. Twenty percent of individuals identify themselves as procrastinators. According to researchers,...
From Classmates to Community: Why a Cohort Learning Model Matters in ADHD Coaching Certification
If you're considering ADHD Coaching certification, you’ve likely explored various training program formats and wondered, “What's the best way to learn? Should I fly solo and take courses in an open-ended fashion when there’s availability, or enroll in a training...
The 5 Coaching Skills That Separate Beginner Coaches from Advanced Certified PCC-Level Coaches
You're not looking for a basic coaching program. You’re a high achiever who wants to go all in, push yourself, and graduate with the skills to coach at a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) level right from the start. Many coaches take years to achieve PCC-level...
ADHD and Creativity: The Spark of Genius You Didn’t Know You Had
Raise your hand if you’ve ever found yourself lost in a rabbit hole of hyper-focused creativity, only to snap out of it hours later, wondering how and why you suddenly became an expert in things like...calligraphy, indoor plant care, or medieval architecture. Me too!...
Women, ADHD, Anxiety, and Depression: Cracking the “Chick or the Egg’ Question: Which came first…and Does it Really Matter?
When it comes to women with ADHD, anxiety, and depression, the question often arises: Which came first? The ADHD, the anxiety, or the depression? Much like the classic chicken-or-egg debate, these conditions are deeply interconnected, making it difficult to determine...
The Next Generation: What My Granddaughter’s Birth Reminded Me About the Legacy of ADHD
Something extraordinary happened this week: I became a grandmother again. My third grandchild was born a week early, healthy and beautiful, with a full head of dark hair and endless potential in her tiny fingers and toes. After an eight-hour flight, I held her for the...
The Top 3 Reasons Experienced Coaches Choose ADHD Coaching Certification
If you’re an ICF-certified coach looking to take your skills to the next level, you may be wondering: ❓Should I specialize and pursue ADHD coaching certification? ❓Is there really a need for it? ❓Will this help me grow my coaching career? The answer? Absolutely!...
How to Expand and Uplevel Your Coaching as an ADHD Life Coach
ICF ACC Level Coaches Are Ideally Positioned to Enhance TheirSkillset with a Growing, Meaningful, and In-Demand Specialty If you have earned your ACC credential, you have established a strong foundation in coaching. You know how to foster a supportive...
Garanimals, Color Coding, and ADHD Brains: Organizing with Color (and Fun!)
Let’s take a quick trip back in time—perhaps to your childhood or to that magical aisle in the kids’ section at Target. Do you remember Garanimals? For those who are not aware: Garanimals was (and still is!) a children’s clothing brand that made life easier for kids...
ADHD Medications Explained: What They Are, How They Work, and How They Help
ADHD Isn’t About Willpower — It’s About Brain Chemistry. It’s a Medical Brain-Based Condition that Affects the Functioning of Neurotransmitter Communication in the Brain. If you've ever felt like you're trying so hard to stay focused, stay organized, or finish a...
What It Takes to Become a Successful ADHD Life Coach
Spoiler alert: It’s probably more doable—and more YOU—than you think. You’re passionate about helping people. You’ve learned (or lived!) what it means to have an ADHD brain. And somewhere along the way, you’ve found yourself wondering: “Could I actually become an ADHD...
How to Make the Best Decision Choosing an ADHD Coach Training Programs
If you’re thinking about becoming an ADHD Life Coach,you’ve probably realized one thing: There are a lot of training programs out there. Some promise fast results. Some focus more on general coaching than ADHD-specific coaching. Some are ICF-accredited, while others...
5 ADHD Coaching Strategies You Can Use Right Away
If you’ve been thinking about learning ADHD, you might be wondering: How can coaching actually help someone with ADHD What kind of strategies do ADHD coaches use? Can I start using these skills before I’m even fully trained? The answer? Yes! Even before completing...
How Coaching Principles Can Change the Way You Support ADHD Minds
If you’ve ever wished to better support, understand, and empower ADHD minds—whether in your personal life or professional life—you’re in the right place. Coaching isn’t just for professional coaches; it’s a transformational approach to communication, connection, and...
The Frog is Dead… Long Live the Ant! 🐜
If you have ADHD, you've probably heard the phrase "Eat the frog first." The concept? Tackle your most challenging task right away, and everything else, will seem easier. It sounds fantastic in theory—but in practice? That big, slimy frog just sits on your to-do list,...
How to Get and Stay Motivated with ADHD
Motivation…where does this elusive, inconsistent, and essential inspiration hide? How can you tap into it and stay motivated with ADHD? What makes the day you decide to put your foot down or your tennis shoes on and act differently than all the other days you don’t?...
If Glasses Help You See, What Helps You Focus? Understanding ADHD
Picture this: You’re squinting at a blurry road sign, willing your eyes to bring it into focus. No matter how hard you try, the letters remain fuzzy. Or maybe words on a page seem to shift and double up, making reading feel exhausting. Now, imagine someone telling...
How to Manage Time with ADHD: 7 Fun and Surprising Ways to Tackle Time with a “Coach Timer”
Time: that slippery, elusive force we all wish we could tame. For many—especially those with ADHD, managing time can feel like trying to catch water with a sieve. One minute, you think you have plenty of time, and the next, it’s disappeared into the bottomless sea!...
The ADHD Entrepreneurial Brain-style
“Starting your own business is like riding a roller coaster. There are ups and downs, and each turn presents another twist. The lows can be very low, but the highs can be incredibly high. You need to be resilient, keep your stomach tight, and go along for the ride...
The 12 Biggest Mistakes People Make Having an ADHD Brain
I know I’m preaching to the choir when I say your ADHD brain is very important. Your brain controls your life, thinking, emotions, and behavior. It’s the most important organ in your body…and the one science knows the least about. So, how much do you think about...
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