Serving Marin County & Beyond
STUDENT COACHING
A note to parents: working with me is an intentional partnership. While I spend most time with your child, meaningful progress happens when the whole family learns and grows together, not just the student.
My approach combines structured one-on-one sessions at The Lab or online with periodic parent coaching grounded in the PAUSE People Framework™ because kids who weren't born organized deserve more than strategies aimed at them alone.
This work is designed for families navigating ADHD at home, and for parents seeking a non-clinical, deeply effective approach to supporting their kids and each other.
Academic & Self-Regulation Skills / Outcomes:
In-Person at the Lab for Greater Impact
Writing: My light-hearted, tech-focused approach is frequently a game-changer for reluctant writers. The Lab has lots of Apps and Extensions to check out.
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Math: I specialize in establishing foundational skills through a blend of hands-on activities, virtual manipulatives, and digital resources.
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Sustaining attention: The Lab is a space where students get to practice sustaining attention, with all the "EF things" like timers, to-do lists, etc.
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Task Initiation: High- and low-tech tools, apps, and templates help students get started on tasks they might otherwise avoid. Structured supports clarify the “how to begin,” reducing overwhelm and building the confidence to take first steps, independently.
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​Keeping cool: The Lab provides a space where big emotions cool through supportive coaching, skill building, tech tools, and a calm environment; helping reduce emotional intensity and boost motivation and engagement.
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Challenging limiting beliefs: When learners demonstrate their skills and talents, they become more open to new, positive, and motivating perspectives.
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Completion: "Done" requires more than just appearing or wanting to be finished; completion and reflection (not perfection) build a sense of control over the process​​​
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Assistive Technology:
There are so many ways technology can boost productivity, comprehension, and independence. At The Lab, students have the opportunity to explore and practice these tools in a supported, structured setting -while getting real work done and building confidence.
Workflow Skills: All of the above combine to improve organization, information retention, and processing speed -key skills that support efficient and effective learning & organization.
The Process: Working Together
A typical 8 to 12-week cycle gives our work structure while staying flexible around your child's needs and your family's schedule.
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Part 1. Connection & Goal Setting
As part of the intake process, we identify the “Goal Zones”: the focus areas that will guide our work together. This collaborative stage clarifies what matters most for your child’s learning and growth, aligning goals with their strengths, learning profile, and academic demands, as well as the family routines and habits that shape daily life at school and home. (The focus is not just on your child.)
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Part 2. Student Coaching
Each session supports students in building skills and understanding of self-regulation aka executive function skills with some combination of work completion, app/tech experimentation, and discussion via slides from talks and presentations about the same topics parents learn about The focus is on developing habits of planning, organization, and self-management in ways that feel practical, sustainable, and confidence-building. Working in person at the lab is always preferable, but connecting online may be an option, too.
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Part 3. Family Coaching
Lasting change happens when families are part of the process. Parent coaching sessions provide time to review progress, align expectations, and apply the PAUSE People system at home. These conversations strengthen routines, communication, and the family systems that make growth more sustainable.
Part 4. Reflection & Renewal
Throughout, we pause together to reflect on progress and identify next steps. Some families meet their initial goals within one coaching cycle; others continue into new focus areas with a renewed sense of direction. This reflection ensures our work remains aligned, balanced, and meaningful.
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Book a complimentary discovery call using this link to see if we're a good fit.
Complete a short intake form about your child, family, and goals.
Sign a simple coaching agreement — then we get started.
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What to Expect Logistically
Sessions: 25 ort 50-minute student coaching (in-person preferred at lab or online).
Frequency: Weekly or bi-weekly based on needs.
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