ADHD Coaching Skills

Make a big impact helping others and gain skills that augment your life coaching abilities, specialising in ADHD coaching.

10 Modules

ICF Accredited Elective

Trainer Led Zoom sessions

ADHD Coaching Skills

The Growing Demand for ADHD Coaching

More Australians are discovering the benefits of working with an ADHD coach to improve focus, organisation, and everyday productivity. As awareness of ADHD grows, so does the demand for life coach professionals who understand how to support neurodivergent clients.

ADHD coaching provides structured support that helps clients develop practical strategies to navigate everyday challenges and unlock their strengths.

An ADHD coach works alongside clients to improve organisation, focus, emotional regulation, and goal achievement. Rather than focusing on fixing problems, ADHD coaching is centred on building sustainable systems that support how the ADHD brain works.

For qualified coaches who want to deepen their skillset, specialised ADHD coaching courses provide the practical knowledge required to work confidently with neurodivergent clients.

What Does an ADHD Coach Do?

An ADHD coach works with clients to create systems that make everyday life easier to manage. Rather than focusing on limitations, coaching focuses on building strengths and creating practical strategies.

Through structured ADHD coaching, clients learn how to prioritise tasks, improve focus, manage time effectively, and stay accountable to their goals. The aim is to help individuals develop routines and systems that support long-term success.

Where to Become an ADHD Coach in Australia

As the field expands, many qualified coaches are choosing to specialise in ADHD coaching in Australia, offering services in both private practice and professional environments.

Some coaches provide in-person sessions in cities, such as ADHD coaching SydneyADHD coaching Canberra, or ADHD coaching Perth, while others work as an ADHD coach online, supporting clients across Australia and internationally.

Support Neurodivergent Clients with Confidence

Working effectively with ADHD clients requires more than general coaching knowledge. Individuals with ADHD often experience patterns of thinking, emotional processing, and attention regulation that differ from those of neurotypical clients. A well-trained ADHD life coach understands these patterns and can tailor coaching approaches accordingly.

Through structured ADHD coaching, coaches learn how to help clients:

  • Identify personal strengths associated with ADHD
  • Develop practical routines and accountability systems
  • Improve emotional awareness and self-regulation
  • Reduce overwhelm and increase focus
  • Build sustainable productivity strategies

As awareness grows, demand for professional ADHD coach online services continues to increase, making this a valuable area of expertise for coaches who want to support clients in a meaningful and specialised way.

Expanding Your Coaching Skills

Many professionals who take this course already work as a life coach, mindset coachpersonal coach, or wellness coach. Adding ADHD coaching skills allows you to better support clients who may face challenges with focus, planning, or motivation.

By specialising in ADHD coaching, coaches can offer more tailored support and develop expertise in an area that continues to grow across Australia.

Start Your ADHD Coaching Journey

If you’re passionate about helping others unlock their potential, developing skills as an ADHD coach can be a rewarding next step. Specialised ADHD coaching courses give you the tools to support clients in building focus, confidence, and practical strategies for everyday life.

Whether you already work as a life coach or are striving to become one, adding ADHD coaching to your skillset allows you to better support neurodivergent clients and expand your coaching practice.

Take the next step toward becoming a qualified ADHD coach in Australia and gain the knowledge needed to guide clients toward meaningful and lasting change.

Enquire today or request your free course information pack to learn more.

10 Weekly Live Zoom ADHD Specific training – 90 mins each

ICF Accredited Elective ADHD Coaching Skills: Next Intake Waitlist open for next Intake July

Pre-Course short course online

10-Week Structure

WEEK 1 – FOUNDATIONS OF ADHD COACHING

• Psychoeducation: What is ADHD/Coaching basics
• ADHD coaching government reimbursements (EAF Scheme)
• Common patterns/challenges in ADHD clients
• STEP 1 OF CHART – Locate the goal
• 30-min PRACTICAL: Case study analysis – identifying goals in sample ADHD client
scenarios using CHART Step 1

WEEK 2 – THE INITIAL CONSULTATION

• How initial consultations look with ADHD clients
• Building rapport with neurodivergent clients
• Assessment tools and intake processes
• Understanding client’s unique ADHD presentation
• Red flags and when to refer
• 30-min PRACTICAL: Role-play initial consultation with feedback on rapport-building and
assessment

WEEK 3 – PROCESSING MODALITIES & COGNITIVE STYLES

• Comorbid disorders (ADHD/ASD/OCD) – brief overview
• Procrastination types
• Cognitive processing styles/modalities
• Imposter syndrome
• STEP 2 – CHART: HOLD UP THE MIRROR
• 30-min PRACTICAL: Sensory checklist application + identifying client’s processing style in
case examples

WEEK 4 – TASK MOTIVATION & PRIORITISATION

• Remove the thorns toolkit / Eisenhower’s Matrix
• Green lights (pathways) and Red lights (roadblocks) to accessing attention
• Time blindness and task initiation challenges
• 30-min PRACTICAL: Students practise Eisenhower Matrix with ADHD-specific scenarios +
Remove the Thorns exercise

WEEK 5 – UNPACKING THE CHART MODEL

• CHART model – going through each step in depth
• CHART Step 3: Weeding the garden
• Different types of cognitive biases
• Recognising and challenging limiting beliefs
• PRACTICAL: Identifying cognitive biases in client transcripts + practise reframing
exercises

WEEK 6 – EXECUTIVE FUNCTION CHALLENGES

• Psychoeducation: Memory, Working Memory
• Task Positive Network and Task Negative Network
• Executive function circuits (what, when, why, who)
• Levels of EF and their impact on daily functioning
• PRACTICAL: Prioritising tasks (buckets/triage plan) + Alter egos exercise application

WEEK 7 – EMOTIONAL DYSREGULATION & BOUNDARIES

• Emotional dysregulation management
• Rumination and attention control
• The importance of emotional granularity
• Setting healthy boundaries (coach and client)
• Burnout prevention strategies
• PRACTICAL: Burnout strategy tool + Feeling Wheel exercise for emotional awareness

WEEK 8 – ADVANCED CHART APPLICATION

• Reviewing CHART Steps 4-7 (Action, Review, Track)
• Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs in ADHD context
• Integrating NLP techniques (chunking, reframing)
• Using Socratic questioning
• PRACTICAL: Full CHART walkthrough with practice client – students identify each step

WEEK 9 – PRACTISING ADHD COACHING PT. 1

• Break-away/Demonstration practical coaching session
• Watch demo recording prior to lecture
• Live demonstration with volunteer
• Group analysis using CHART & ICF competencies
• PRACTICAL: Small group practice sessions with peer feedback using observation checklist

WEEK 10 – PRACTISING ADHD COACHING PT. 2 & INTEGRATION

• Entire lesson is lecturer doing demonstration using CHART & ICF marking criteria
• Showing what will be expected in pro-bono recording submission
• Ethical considerations and confidentiality
• Maintaining safe, supportive environment
• Building your ADHD coaching practice
• PRACTICAL: Students conduct mini-coaching sessions with feedback focused on their
upcoming pro-bono assignment

Important Note:

This is an ICF Accredited Elective added to the Diploma of Coaching ICF LVL 2 course.  Not a stand-alone course unless previous coaching studies have been done with ICF Accreditation.

ICF Accredited Elective ADHD Coaching Skills

Certificate IV in Life Coaching (10864NAT)

Enrolled in minimum Diploma of Coaching ICF LVL 2

Demonstrate language, literacy and numeracy skills to a minimum level of Year 10 secondary schooling or equivalent.

Meet your trainer:

Izabella Risteski

ADHD Neural Coach - About — ADHD Neural Coaching

Izabella Risteski is a distinguished ADHD Neural Coach based in Sydney, NSW. Specialising in integrating neuropsychology with ADHD behavioural coaching tools, she empowers clients to manage symptoms and capitalise on strengths for personal & professional success.

ADD Coaching Academy (ADDCA) certified ADHD Coach

University of Sydney Psychology & Socio-Legal Studies Graduate

ADHD UK Advocate

Australasian ADHD Professionals Association (AADPA) Associate

International Coaching Federation (ICF) Member

Passionate about research into the neuropsychological understandings of ADHD, Izabella obtained an academic scholarship and studied a double degree at the University of Sydney, graduating with a Bachelor of Psychological Science & Bachelor of Arts in Socio-Legal Studies. Furthering her education by completing the ICF and PAAC accredited ADDCA course to receive qualifications as an ADHD Behavioural coach. As someone diagnosed with ADHD, Izabella understands the masking effects associated with a late diagnosis and is committed to addressing ADHD stigmatisation and under-diagnosis. She advocates for policy changes in healthcare and education to improve the well-being of individuals and their support networks affected by ADHD. During a year abroad in London, Izabella joined ADHD UK as an advocate and is a member of the International Coaching Federation. Izabella is also available for public speaking, workshops and seminars.  

Units covered during the 10864NAT Certificate IV in Life Coaching program

10864NAT Certificate IV in Life Coaching units:

Course Delivery

This course is designed to add skills, knowledge and tools to your coaching foundation.

This course will help you understand the adjustments and challenges around coaching ADHD clients.

You will need to complete the Coaching fundamentals before starting the ADHD coaching skills component.

The coaching fundamentals are delivered in live trainer led zoom sessions.

The ADHD Coaching skills component will be run 1 night a week over 10 lessons.  Pro bono coaching sessions recorded for assessment.

 

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FAQs

What is ADHD coaching, and why is it important?

ADHD coaching focuses on equipping individuals with strategies to manage ADHD with time management, organisation, and focus. It’s an empowering process that helps clients build self-awareness, confidence, and practical skills to thrive in daily life. Through an ADHD coaching course, aspiring coaches learn techniques to support clients effectively.

Who should consider becoming an ADHD coach in Australia?

If you’re passionate about helping people unlock their potential, an ADHD coaching course in Australia is a great choice. Whether you’re a life coach looking to specialise, a teacher, or someone with lived ADHD experience, this certification can provide the tools to guide others toward meaningful progress.

How can ADHD coaching courses improve your coaching skills?

ADHD coaching courses offer targeted training to help you understand the unique needs of clients with ADHD. You’ll learn actionable coaching techniques, goal-setting frameworks, and mindset strategies that build your expertise as a coach, enabling you to offer tailored solutions that drive results.

Are ADHD coaching courses flexible for busy professionals?

Our ADHD coaching courses in Australia are designed with flexibility in mind. Choose from online, in-person, or hybrid formats to suit your schedule and commitments. These courses make it easy to balance your learning journey with work and personal life while gaining valuable skills in ADHD coaching.

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