What to look for in EF coach for high school junior who is 2e/straight A student/homework takes forever?
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Anonymous
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DD has slower processing speed and is also gifted/highly intelligent. She does well in rigorous courses, but literally takes hours to complete her homework. She also gets overwhelmed with many demands, and finds it difficult to concentrate. She is medicated for mild ADHD and anxiety. She is nerdy and enjoys intellectual discussions.
What qualities should I look for in an EF coach? Can anyone recommend someone for her? She had someone at school who is no longer there to provide support. I play a very active role in helping/reminding/but need for her to develop her own skills. |
Anonymous
| You just about described my daughter. Very very similar. And I spent so much time monitoring her it became practically a full time job. Then she’s annoyed and I am too. It’s hard. The EF coach we’ve been using has been able to step in and it’s helped a TON. My daughter really likes her too. The coach is patient, works with other students who have similar challenges and knows how to direct her and suggest strategies in a ways she understands. It’s been a win-win. She’s terrific with my daughter! I don’t usually as a rule recommend people but I know what it’s like trying to find a coach and I was grateful for the recommendation from another parent. If you want to send an email - (jjboon66@gmail.com) I can reply with her (coaches) contact information. I don’t know how she’d feel about my posting it on here. It will get better! Stay strong. |
Anonymous
| For our child, they were especially helpful with big projects and papers that seem to overwhelm them – – ADHD and anxiety. They also tried to create some better city habits, like sitting at a desk, using a timer, etc. That helps some, but the frequent check-in on the projects was a huge help and relieved us as parents from the constant nagging which was damaging our relationship. |
Anonymous
| City = study |
Anonymous
| She doesn’t need a coach - she needs to learn about herself and make choices that will lead to happiness. This means accepting her limits. |