ADHD Coaching for
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Volume 7, Issue 2  


Growth really happens!

I am going to get personal for a moment here.  My daughter just turned 21 this week.  She will be graduating from college this year, poised to begin a career as an Elementary Ed/Special Ed teacher. 

(Moving to Colorado if anyone knows any openings ) 

While we always knew she had a sweet, kind nature, like many children, she was quiet and shy. And yet, as she will tell 

you herself, there are thoughts, desires, and passions inside a growing soul that need time to take shape and strengthen.  What we as adults get to witness are often only sparks of the magic growing inside.  I couldn't be more proud of the adult she has become.  Mature, confident, and excited to face the next challenge.

 

Parents often worry about so many missed opportunities - academically and socially, as their children don't always connect today with what we see as so important for building for their tomorrow.                                                   [read more] 
Tips, Tools and Strategies
As this year winds down, it's a good idea to PAUSE and choose ONE thing that you want to change.  Here is how we at PTS Coaching are ready to help:

Teachers: I will be continuing to offer Professional Development workshops to help teachers better support your students who struggle with ADHD and Executive Function weaknesses. I am also available for classroom consultation to help you improve classroom management and address specific challenging behaviors.

Parents: Struggling with parenting your child - sign up my Parent Coaching Workshop series, Calm and Connected, beginning Tuesday, January 13th (see below)
Schedule a private consultation in person or on the phone.

Teens and College Students: Take control of your own work and find the success you want and are truly capable of achieving. Schedule an appointment for private Coaching either in person or via the phone or Skype.

Therapists:  Join the growing number of ADHD Parent Coaches and provide much needed support and education to parents based on research and brain science.  See the ADHD Parent Coach Academy for training information.
The Middle School Years -Transitions, Turmoil and Teenagers Who Struggle

The middle school years are often challenging for students with ADHD and can be especially difficult for those who possess weak Executive Function skills.  As students enter middle school, the structure and teacher-centered supports that existed during the elementary school years, and often served to keep children afloat, suddenly disappear. This transition can be quite overwhelming and fraught with a myriad of stressful challenges for both parent and child. 


 

For students with ADHD, academic and social problems have a tendency to escalate as they enter middle school since they are especially vulnerable to the obstacles associated with weak Executive Functions, new academic and social demands, and the significant decrease in teacher support.    [read more]

Calm and Connected... 
Parenting Your Child with ADHD© 
Workshop Series: Seven 1-1/2 Hour Sessions

      Parenting instincts alone are often not enough to help your child and keep daily life manageable. 
      Parent Training is recognized as a crucial part of treatment for children with ADHD. 

      Using a combination of education and coaching, this workshop will help you develop specific tools, techniques and strategies to:

  • Reduce chaos and challenging behaviors
  • Set realistic and effective rules and boundaries
  • Help your child capitalize on their strengths and increase self-esteem
  • Reduce homework stress for you and your child
  • Help your child manage frustration
  • Bring back your joy and connection with your child
Current Workshop Dates and Times
Melville, New York and via Webinar
Tuesdays: 10:30 a.m. - 12 noon    Begins January 13th
Tuesdays:      7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.    Begins January 13th
Parenting Tip of the Month

You don't have to attend every fight you are invited to... Sometimes, recognize that they are venting their frustration or anger at others.  Help them redirect, or better yet, sometimes just let it go until they are calm enough to talk things through.

Teacher Tip of the Month

DonorsChoose.org makes it easy to help classrooms in need. Public school teachers can post classroom project requests which range from pencils for poetry to microscopes for mitochondria.  Spread the word about this great charity.

 

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