Are you a parent looking to support your child’s academic journey? Are you a college student or young professional seeking to enhance your organizational skills for academic and career success? You’re not alone. Studies have shown that difficulties with executive functions (EF)โthe mental skills that help us manage tasks and regulate our behaviorโaffect people of all ages, from elementary students to young professionals.
Specifically, a notable percentage of individuals in each age group, including young professionals, report challenges that can be linked to executive function issues. Research indicates that approximately 80% of children with ADHD demonstrate a deficit in at least one executive function. In contrast, such deficits are observed in about 50% of typically developing (TD) children. Additionally, children with ADHD tend to exhibit a broader range of deficits across various executive functions compared to their TD counterparts.
Len Adler, M.D., a prominent figure in adult ADHD research and a psychiatry professor at New York University, asserts that a significant portion, estimated at 75% of adults with ADHD remain unaware of their condition. This widespread lack of awareness detrimentally impacts those individuals and their relationships with family and friends.
Organizational coaching provides tailored strategies to enhance organizational skills, time management, and task completion across all ages, from elementary students to young professionals. Organizational coaches are adept at addressing executive function issues, which are prevalent across various age groups, by imparting effective techniques for focusing at home, organizing backpacks, school binders, and school planners, and adopting productive habits. They underline the significance of a structured environment, like creating a school day launchpad and utilizing tools such as Fantastical for schedule management. Moreover, they share strategies to conquer procrastination, such as the two-minute rule, boosting working memory, completing homework on time, and setting up an environment for productivity and success.
Organizational coaching also fosters the development of gateway habits, ways to build good habits while breaking bad habits, understanding the 4 principles of behavior change, how mindfulness can enhance executive functions, and how to manage time blindness. Incorporating Carol Dweck’s principles of Fixed and Growth Mindsets, organizational coaching emphasizes that success is significantly influenced by how one perceives one’s abilities. By tackling how dopamine contributes to the difficulties in disconnecting ourselves from using technology and preparing students for academic and professional challenges, Executive Functioning Coaching equips individuals with the 13 executive function skills essential for success in both school and career.
Dusty has been fabulousโpositive, supportive, and full of great ideas. My daughter really likes him and connects easily with him.
Working with Jordan was an extremely positive experience for our family. I contacted Thema Tutors with deep concerns about my son. This incredibly book-smart teen is an extremely disorganized person whose grades suffered due to a lack of organizational skills. My son was responsive to Jordan’s suggestions and methods of organization. They worked through using a planner, calendar, alarm clock, and other methods and systems to help plan for each week. Most importantly, Jordan was a voice of reason (someone other than the nagging mother) to instill the importance of organization and task initiation. Understanding why this was so important was a huge step in moving forward and seeing progress. After a few months of working together, Jordan and I agreed that my son was ready to work independently on his executive function skills. I also learned some helpful tools and tips, and we will continue monitoring the situation to see if we need Jordan’s assistance in the near future. We are grateful for the organizational support he provided us. Grades are now all up. I am grateful that my son has learned lifelong skills to set him up for lifelong success.
Iโm so glad we were referred to Themba Tutors. After a great initial conversation to learn our needs, we were connected with an excellent tutor, Felicia, who is helping our high school daughter learn better organizational and executive skills. Highly recommended.
We were introduced to a wonderful tutor: Mcedwyn. He and our son, a freshman in college, worked well together. As a result, our sonโs grades significantly improved. The tutor taught our son subject content and various methods to effectively study for quizzes and exams. Our son was also taught time management and organization. My sonโs experience with the tutor made the first year of college a less intimidating experience.
At Themba Tutors, we take the time to help students/clients understand their strengths and progress in areas where they need to improve. We offer personalized tools for each of our clients to help them become more aware of their individual needs as they work towards short-term goals. Improving these skills will benefit our studentsโ/clientsโ long-term plans.
Masters of Science in Cognitive Neuroscience
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New York State Certified Special Education Teacher, Social Studies Teacher, and Literacy Specialist
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Selecting Themba Tutors for organizational coaching offers numerous advantages for individuals across all age groups struggling with executive function challenges.
Here’s why Themba Tutors stands out:
Our organizational coaching tutoring is your key to mastering essential life skills across all educational and professional stages. From elementary learners to ambitious young professionals, our tailored approach ensures everyone can efficiently manage time, prioritize tasks, and set strategic goals. Contact us today for your free consultation and meet-and-greets with our staff.
Themba Tutors stands out for its flexible, personalized approach to tutoring and coaching, extending services to a broad spectrum of learners, from young children to adults, including those with learning differences.ย
Begin your personalized tutoring journey with Themba Tutors through our free consultations and remote meet-and-greets. These initial sessions are designed to align our tutoring strategies with your specific educational needs and goals, ensuring a tailored and effective learning experience. Contact Themba Tutors today to book your free consultation.
Themba Tutors distinguishes itself through a distinctive approach. It offers tailor-made guidance for students and young professionals navigating ADHD or executive function issues, as well as those with nonverbal learning disorder (NVLD), dyslexia, autism, and other learning challenges. Themba Tutors acknowledges the distinct hurdles these individuals may encounter in their careers.
For clients already consulting with mental health experts, Themba Tutors is eager to connect them with appropriate specialists that their insurance might cover.
Our process kicks off with a structured intake procedure aimed at pairing clients with an ideal coach:
This methodology encompasses weekly customized sessions alongside ongoing motivation through preferred communication channels, with a keen eye on achieving set goals through personal responsibility and flexible coaching tactics.
For a personalized coaching experience that aligns with your unique educational and personal development goals, contact Themba Tutors today for a free consultation and to schedule remote meet-and-greets with top organizational coaches.