Hi, I’m Shanna, the NeuroKind Coach
ADHD Coach for children and young people
Helping children and young people better understand themselves, build confidence and develop strategies that support them in everyday life
My Approach
My coaching is strengths-based, neuro-affirming and tailored to each individual child.
I focus on helping children better understand how their brain works, recognise their strengths and develop practical strategies that feel supportive and sustainable. Rather than focusing on “fixing” behaviours, I build self-awareness, confidence and emotional safety before exploring strategies that support their daily life. I aim to create a supportive space where children feel understood, valued and able to develop tools that work with their brain rather than against it.
Drawing on my background in education, SEND and pastoral support, I create a calm and supportive space where children can explore challenges around areas such as school, organisation, emotions, friendships and self-esteem, while developing a better understanding of their strengths and how these can be used to help navigate more challenging areas of life.
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Master's in Education and Professional Studies
Psychology degree
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ADHD Coaching qualification
Engaged in continuing professional development
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15+ years of teaching and leading in schools
Safegurading trained
Over the past fifteen years working in education, I have had the privilege of supporting children with a wide range of learning, emotional and additional needs through my roles as a teacher and senior leader. Throughout my career, some of the most meaningful aspects of my work have involved supporting children who may be struggling beneath the surface — children who are bright, creative and full of potential, but who may also feel overwhelmed, misunderstood or lacking in confidence. Supporting children on an individual level, helping them feel seen and understood, has always been one of the aspects of education I have felt most passionate about.
Through my professional experience, my personal experience of parenting a neurodivergent child, my studies and further training in ADHD coaching, I have come to see just how important it is for children to better understand how their brains work in a supportive and non-judgemental way. So many children with ADHD spend their days feeling as though they are getting things “wrong”, often comparing themselves negatively to others or trying to meet expectations that simply were not designed with neurodivergent minds in mind. I believe coaching can provide children with a safe and supportive space to build self-awareness, recognise and leverage their strengths, develop practical strategies and begin to feel more confident in themselves and their abilities.
My approach is strengths-based, neuro-affirming and tailored to each individual child. Ultimately, my mission is to help children and young people feel understood, empowered, able to advocate for themselves and proud of who they are. I want to support children not only to navigate school and everyday challenges more successfully, but also to develop confidence, resilience and a more positive understanding of themselves that will stay with them long into the future.
Why I coach …
Get in Touch!
If you would like to find out more about ADHD coaching or discuss how I may be able to support your child, please feel free to get in touch. I offer a free initial consultation call to answer any questions and explore whether coaching feels like the right fit for your child and family.
If you are a school interested in offering ADHD coaching during the school day, please do get in touch.
FAQ
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ADHD coaching is a supportive, strengths-based approach that helps children and young people better understand how their brain works, develop practical strategies and build confidence in themselves. Coaching may support areas such as executive functioning challenges, emotional regulation, motivation, school demands, friendships and self-esteem.
Sessions are tailored to the individual child and can explore both school and home-related challenges in a calm, supportive and non-judgemental space. The focus is on helping children feel understood, empowered and more confident in their abilities, while developing strategies that genuinely work for them as individuals.
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No. A formal diagnosis is not required. Coaching is still beneficial for children who experience challenges commonly associated with ADHD, such as executive functioning difficulties, emotional regulation, overwhelm, anxiety, focus or organisation.
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Sessions can either take place within school during the school day (where coaching has been arranged through the school) or from my home setting in Maidstone.
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I specialise in working with children and young people of primary and secondary school age. Sessions are always adapted to suit the child’s age, personality and individual needs.
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Sessions are child-led, supportive and practical. Depending on the child’s needs, sessions may include discussion, reflection, visual supports, strategy-building and activities designed to help develop self-awareness, confidence and practical tools for everyday life. Building trust and emotional safety is always an important part of the process.
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A neuro-affirming approach recognises and respects neurodiversity as a natural variation in how brains work. Rather than focusing on “fixing” a child, the approach aims to support self-understanding, confidence, emotional wellbeing and practical strategies while valuing the child’s individual strengths and differences.
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No. ADHD coaching is different from therapy or counselling. Coaching focuses on helping children better understand themselves, develop practical strategies and work towards goals or challenges in everyday life. It is forward-focused and strengths-based.
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Sessions are usually delivered on a 1:1 basis with the child, either during the school day within school or from my home setting, so parents do not typically attend the coaching sessions themselves. This helps to create a space where children can feel comfortable speaking openly and building confidence independently.
However, parent collaboration is an important part of the coaching process. I will always begin with an initial discussion with parents to gain a better understanding of the child’s strengths, challenges and how their ADHD may present within home life. I also provide regular feedback and updates throughout the coaching process via email, helping parents feel informed, supported and involved throughout.
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Every child is different. Some children benefit from short-term support around a specific challenge, while others benefit from longer-term coaching to build confidence, self-awareness and strategies over time. This can be discussed during an initial consultation.
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Yes. I work 1:1 with children during the school day where this has been arranged in partnership with the school. If you are a school in Kent interested in offering ADHD coaching support, I would be happy to hear from you.