Ms. M. helped me to get more organized, plan beforehand so I don’t feel stressed, and showed me tips to have a better experience at school (things I will use all my life).
Olivia A.
Student
BENEFITS
Why Choose Me
Support
EF Coaching will enable your teen to explore new ways of doing things, with just the right amount of support. Their program will be:
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Personalized
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Strength-focused, and
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Use evidence-based practices
Peace of Mind
As your child’s EF coach, I become both an accountability and learning partner for your teen. I will help them stay on track through:
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Realistic goals
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Daily habit tracking
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Regular check-ins
Relief
When students develop EF skills, they learn how to manage their responsibilities, which eases the pressure on you. Allow me to:
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Respond to challenges
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Provide feedback
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Notice, nudge, and nurture
Meet Your Executive Function Coach
Hi, I’m Catriona. I help teens develop their executive function skills, so they overcome their biggest school struggles and feel empowered.
With over 36 years of experience as an educator and as a stepmother to a neurodiverse young adult, I’ve worked with many teens who, like yours, have immense potential but struggle with tasks like organization, completing work, and staying focused—skills that are key to success in school and life.
I know how tough it can be when a lack of executive function skills leaves your teen feeling anxious or unmotivated. These challenges often spill over into home life, making it harder for you to support them.
Through personalized, compassionate coaching, I help teens build the executive function skills they need to thrive. Imagine having a partner who understands and has proven strategies to help your teen gain confidence, overcome obstacles, and navigate school with more ease.
Together, we can unlock your teen’s potential and make school more manageable for both of you.
B.Ed - Inclusive Education, Masters in Leadership, and Certified EF Coach
TESTIMONIALS
What Others Are Saying
I just wanted to thank you for everything you have done for me over the past 5 years. Your commitment to helping me achieve both my academic and career goals is something I’m extremely grateful for, and I consider myself lucky to have met someone who cares so deeply about helping those around them.
Tanner M.
Student
Ms. M. kept encouraging me. When I asked questions, she helped me. She never gave up on me.
Isaiah C.
Student
I’m glad I had you as my CLE teacher because you are so understanding and calm. I don’t ever feel stressed or scared talking to you because I always feel like I am talking to a friend, so thank you so much for being there for me.
Soha H.
Student
You’ve shown me that the core of education lies in the meaningful connections we foster and the nurturing environment we create for our learners. Your gift of mentorship has provided guidance, shaping my practice in ways that I carry with me in all collaborative experiences
Shaheen M.
Collegue
Watching you teach is the best professional development on intentional student-centred learning and best practice. Catriona, you give so much of yourself for others. We only see the surface of your effort, time and commitment. I have nothing but gratitude.
Linda M.
Collegue
Thank you for letting me in to your rich and valuable practice. You are the most thoughtful, supportive, and intelligent teacher I have ever had the pleasure to work with.
Linda W.
Collegue
FAQ
Your questions, answered
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What is executive function coaching?Executive function coaching is the art and science of guiding learners to strengthen their ability to get the things they need to do (and want to do) done. Executive function coaching builds individuals’ capacity to become more confident, strategic, self-aware, and independent learners.
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My teen is neurodiverse. Will executive function coaching help them?Teens and young adults who have neurological conditions or mental health challenges often experience executive dysfunction. Research shows that the executive function development of neurodiverse individuals, lags 2-3 years behind typical peers, which significantly impacts their academic, social, and/or behavioural experiences. Executive function coaching is an important and much needed resource and support system for these individuals and their families.
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How do executive function coaches differ from tutors?Instead of focusing on content, executive function coaches empower individuals to work through their current challenges of school (and life) by practising new strategies and tools so they reach their goals. For example, creating a weekly schedule to balance school demands with work and friends. Executive function coaches guide and encourage the development of these new habits, inspiring confidence and reducing overwhelm.
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Would my teen benefit from executive function coaching?While any teen would benefit from executive function coaching, it is essential for students in middle school, high school, and university who are struggling to keep up with educational expectations, societal demands, distractions from technology, and peer pressure while experiencing significant psychological and physiological growth. Executive function coaching helps teens learn necessary skills to navigate these pressures with more competence, confidence and ease.
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Can parents be their teen’s executive function coach?As a parent, you control many aspects of your teen’s life—where they live, what they eat, curfews etc. As teenagers and young adults strive for autonomy and agency, an unequal power dynamic can develop. This can make your teen sensitive to your feedback, more argumentative, and less willing to work with you. Having an objective professional to help them manage the challenges of school, can free up space for you to focus on rebuilding a healthy dynamic and relationship with your teen.
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How can I support my teen’s executive function skills at home?If you’d like to work with your teen to build their executive function skills and capacities at home, consider signing up for the DIY Package that includes an online executive function assessment and 1:1 strategy session with me. This will help you understand your teen’s executive function strengths and weaknesses and select suitable goals and strategies.
Thank you for showing me what it’s like to have courage for public speaking and teaching me that you have confidence within yourself. Also, thanks for showing me that you will have failures in your life, but with these failures come improvements. When you work on the things you can improve on, success will come your way. Ms. M. you showed me what it’s like to be calm, to show respect, have patience, compassion, tranquility, courage, and be hardworking.
Rhodamae S.
Student
How I Empower Students
Compassion
I take the time to understand your teen’s strengths, challenges, and school experience, meeting them where they are and providing tailored support.
Collaboration
I partner with you to create an encouraging environment that nurtures your teen’s growth. Family Team Meetings and my online coaching portal keep you informed and involved.
Confidence
I help build your teen’s self-awareness and teach them tools, structures, and habits for school success, empowering them to become strategic, confident learners.
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Registration
When you purchase one of the coaching packages, you’ll be invited to set up an account in my online coaching portal and be asked to sign a coaching services agreement.
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Orientation
Before we jump into coaching, you and your teen will participate in an Orientation Session so I can show you how we’ll use the portal to communicate as well as discuss goals, review expectations, and answer questions. This sets everyone up for success.
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Weekly Sessions
Once a week, your teen and I will work together, online or in person, on a personalized program to develop their executive function skills. Regular check-ins between sessions provide accountability and keep your teen motivated and engaged in the process.
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Family Team Meetings (FTM)
At the beginning of every fourth coaching session, you, your teen, and I will meet for a FTM. This allows everyone to reflect on what’s working and what needs tweaking. Your participation, input, and support will make all the difference to your teen’s progress.
Let’s connect and take the first step toward helping your teen succeed!
Have questions or need more information? I’m here to help!
Whether you’re curious about my services, want to discuss your teen’s needs, or are simply seeking guidance on where to start supporting your teen, feel free to reach out. Fill out the contact form, and I’ll get back to you within 24 hours.
Ready to connect? Book a Discovery Call
SERVICES
How I Can Help
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DIY
$47
45 mins.
Valid for 1 month
Want to learn more about your teen’s Executive Function strengths and weaknesses and how you can support them at home? Book an online assessment and 1:1 strategy session.
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Dip Your Toes
$597
4x60 min. weekly sessions
Valid for 1 month
Curious to experience the process and see if Executive Function Coaching will make a difference for your teen? Try a sampler program.
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Deep Dive
$1997
12x60 min. sessions
Valid for 3 months
Ready to explore how Executive Function Coaching can help your teen be less overwhelmed, more successful, and confident in school? Sign up for my signature, 12-week wrap-around program.
As a parent do you feel…
Frustrated?
You've tried it all—talking to teachers, nagging about homework, teaching planner skills, organizing their backpack—but nothing changes
Concerned?
Your teen has missing assignments, procrastinates, and often loses things. They get overwhelmed, have meltdowns, and avoid responsibility, creating constant tension.
Puzzled?
You see your teen’s potential and desire to succeed, but everything feels like a struggle. Their challenges hurt both their grades and self-esteem. You're unsure how to help them feel confident and in control.
Worried?
You worry about your teen’s future–will they graduate, go to university, hold down a job? You wonder if you’re providing the right support? Doing too much? These questions can feel overwhelming.
The solution?
Building your teen's executive function skills will help them to stay organized, overcome procrastination, manage time, and tackle challenges with confidence and ease–leading to greater success, happiness, and independence in school and life.