ADHD Coaching for Students
Helping students with ADHD build focus, organization, and confidence to succeed in school and life.
ADHD Coaching for Students
Students with ADHD are often bright, creative, and capable, but everyday demands like staying focused, managing time, regulating emotions, and following through on tasks can feel overwhelming for them.
Evoke Learning provides online ADHD coaching for students in Grade 9 through postsecondary, helping students better understand their ADHD and build practical skills to manage school and daily life with greater confidence and independence.
What is ADHD coaching?
ADHD coaching is a structured, collaborative approach that helps students manage the core challenges of ADHD, including attention regulation, impulsivity, organization, planning, and task initiation.
At Evoke, ADHD coaching is:
• Goal-oriented and student-centred
• Strength-based and practical
• Informed by cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
Coaching focuses on helping students understand how ADHD shows up in their daily lives and develop strategies that actually work for
Who is ADHD coaching for?
Evokeʼs ADHD coaching program is designed for:
• Students in Grade 9 through postsecondary
• Students with a formal ADHD diagnosis
• Students who are ready to engage in change and skill-building
Written confirmation of diagnosis is required to participate in ADHD coaching.
What challenges does ADHD coaching support?
ADHD coaching can help students who struggle with:
• Sustaining attention and effort
• Managing time and deadlines
• mpulsivity and emotional regulation
• Task initiation and follow-through
• Organization and planning
While medication can reduce ADHD symptoms, coaching addresses the day-to-day functional skills students need to manage responsibilities and expectations more effectively.
What happens during ADHD coaching sessions?
ADHD coaching sessions are collaborative and practical. Coaches work with students to:
Break tasks into manageable steps
Build accountability and follow-through
Create realistic routines and systems
Increase self-awareness and self-regulation
Between sessions, students practice strategies discussed with their coach, helping skills generalize across school and daily life.
Who are Evokeʼs ADHD coaches?
Evokeʼs ADHD coaches include registered social workers, certified ADHD coaches, and psychotherapists trained in cognitive behavioural therapy. All coaches have experience supporting neurodivergent students and understand the biological and emotional dimensions of ADHD.
Is ADHD coaching evidence-based?
Research supports ADHD coaching as part of a comprehensive, multimodal approach to ADHD management. Studies show coaching can support improvements in executive functioning, self-regulation, persistence, and overall well-being when combined with appropriate supports.
Is ADHD coaching covered by insurance?
Coverage may be available under social work or psychotherapy, depending on your benefits plan.
In Ontario, eligible postsecondary students may access funding through:
• BSWD (Bursary for Students with Disabilities)
• Canada Student Grant for Services and Equipment for Students with Permanent Disabilities (CSG-PDSE)
Coverage varies, and families are encouraged to check with their provider.
Is ADHD coaching offered online?
Yes. Evoke provides online ADHD coaching across Canada, improving accessibility and consistency in our support. Research indicates that virtual ADHD interventions can be as effective as in-person services for many students.
How long does ADHD coaching take?
Most students participate in ADHD coaching for four to six months. Evokeʼs program includes 13 core topics, typically requiring 26 one-hour sessions, with flexibility based on student progress.
How do we get started with ADHD coaching?
Following intake, students are thoughtfully matched with a coach based on their needs, goals, and learning style. Contact us to begin the intake process. Weʼre excited to work with your student!