Neuroaffirming Coaching
A personal guide to find the best version of yourself
What is Neuroaffirming Coaching?
Learning to See the Unseen
When you look at this picture, what do you see? A smiley face? If you recognize that this is an autostereogram, popularized by Magic Eye, you may be able to discover the 3D face hidden within the picture. Then again, even knowing it's supposed to be there, all you may see is a repeating pattern with no discernable purpose. Discovering what you can't easily see requires focus, effort, and (most importantly) the motivation to keep trying until you succeed.
Neurodivergence is a lot like this picture. That indiscernible image, filled with chaotic and inconsistent arrays of colors or shapes, is how most people see us. With so many voices telling us that's all they can see, it's what we start to believe. For members of the ADHD/AuDHD crew, it can be an exhausting and frustrating endeavor trying to change that image into something that makes sense to everyone else. It can feel like we're painting with water on a sunny day, feverishly working to finish before all our progress evaporates away.
At Emergent Focus, we start by helping our clients learn to see the fascinating, capable version of themselves that's hidden in plain sight. By shifting our focus beyond the surface, we can see ourselves, our thoughts, and our futures in new and often unexpected ways. With this fresh perspective, we get to work designing systems and tweaking life strategies that play to each individual's unique strengths and ways of engaging with the world. It's not just about adapting; it's about thriving on our own terms.
By shifting our focus beyond the surface, we can see ourselves, our thoughts, and our futures in new and often unexpected ways.
Coaching Tuned for Each Stage of Life
Student/Teen Coaching
Weekly (Student):
1 - 30 min Video Coaching Session
1 - 10 min Tuning Session
Monthly (Parent):
1 - 20 min Check-In Call
Ongoing (Student):
Accountability & Support
(via Text & Email)
Student Coaching at Emergent Focus is like having a personal guide through the wilds of adolescence, especially tailored for neurodiverse teens. It's not your average, run-of-the-mill advice column. Instead, it's a dynamic, interactive journey where teens discover how to navigate their unique brains in a world that's not always wired like they are.
Boost Self-Understanding: Learn the ins and outs of your own mind, like having a road map to your brain.
Enhance Personal Strengths: Identify and turbocharge your innate talents – think superpowers, but real.
Build Social Skills: Master the art of socializing in a way that feels natural, not like you're learning alien customs.
Improve Focus and Organization: Transform chaos into order, turning your room (and your thoughts) from a jungle to a Zen garden.
Spark Academic and Personal Growth: Light up your school life and personal projects with newfound clarity and enthusiasm.
College Life
Weekly:
1 - 45 min Video Coaching Session
Ongoing:
Accountability & Support
(via Text & Email)
College Life Coaching at Emergent Focus is like having a personal navigator for the exciting yet often bewildering journey of college life, especially for neurodiverse teens and young adults. Think of it as a specialized GPS that helps you find your way through the new terrain of higher education, where the paths aren't always clearly marked for minds like ours.
Strategic Academic Planning: Craft a college roadmap that plays to your strengths, making sure detours don’t turn into roadblocks.
Personal Development Skills: Grow skills that are crucial for college and beyond, like managing independence and juggling responsibilities.
Balancing Act Mastery: Learn to balance academics, social life, and self-care, keeping all the plates spinning without a crash.
Networking Know-How: Navigate the social network of college, from making meaningful connections to finding your tribe.
Career Launchpad Preparation: Set the stage for your future career with confidence, turning your college experience into a springboard for success.
Career Path
Weekly:
1 - 45 min Video Coaching Session
Ongoing:
Accountability & Support
(via Text & Email)
Career Path Coaching at Emergent Focus is tailored for young adult professionals with neurodiverse minds, acting as a career co-pilot. It’s about navigating the professional world with its unique challenges and opportunities, aligning your neurodiversity with career success. This isn't just about climbing the corporate ladder; it's about building your own ladder, in your own style.
Career Path Clarity: Gain crystal-clear insights into your career goals, mapping out a path that aligns with your strengths and passions.
Effective Communication Skills: Enhance your ability to communicate with colleagues and superiors, ensuring your ideas & needs are heard and respected.
Work-Life Harmony: Master the art of balancing professional demands with personal well-being, turning juggling into an art form.
Leadership Development: Cultivate leadership skills tailored to your unique style, leading teams with confidence and creativity.
Strategic Networking: Build a professional network that supports and amplifies your career growth, turning connections into opportunities.
Parent Coaching
Weekly:
1 - 45 min Video Coaching Session
Ongoing:
Support (via Text & Email)
Parent Coaching at Emergent Focus is specifically designed for parents of neurodiverse children and teens. It's like having a personal advisor who understands the unique challenges and joys of raising neurodiverse kids. This coaching isn’t about changing your child; it’s about understanding, supporting, and empowering them (and yourself) through the journey.
Enhanced Understanding: Deepen your understanding of neurodiversity, viewing your child's world through a more informed lens.
Effective Communication Strategies: Develop communication techniques that foster a stronger, more understanding connection with your child.
Tailored Parenting Tools: Gain practical, effective tools and strategies for navigating the daily challenges and triumphs of parenting a neurodiverse child.
Support System Navigation: Learn how to effectively advocate for your child in educational and social settings, ensuring access to tools for success.
Empowerment and Confidence: Build your own confidence and resilience, empowering you to be the supportive & understanding parent your child needs.
