By Kristen McClure, MSW, LCSW | ADHD Coaching for Women
You don't always need therapy. Sometimes what you need is someone to help you figure out how to function — how to build systems that actually work, navigate a specific challenge, or move forward when you're stuck. That's where ADHD coaching comes in.
ADHD Coaching for Women
I offer coaching specifically for women with ADHD who are looking for practical, action-oriented support. Coaching is distinct from therapy — it's focused on the present and future, on building skills and strategies, rather than processing the past or working through deeper psychological patterns.
Therapy vs. Coaching — What's the Difference?
| Therapy | Coaching |
|---|---|
| Addresses emotional, psychological, and relational patterns | Focuses on practical skills, strategies, and goals |
| Often explores past experiences and how they shape the present | Future-focused and action-oriented |
| Best for trauma, depression, anxiety, burnout, shame | Best for organization, productivity, career, life transitions |
| Regulated by state licensing boards | Not regulated — expertise varies widely |
Many women with ADHD benefit from both — therapy to address the deeper emotional layer and coaching for day-to-day functioning. Some need one more than the other. We can talk through what makes sense for you.
What ADHD Coaching With Me Covers
- Building routines and systems that fit your ADHD brain
- Tackling task paralysis and getting unstuck
- Managing time and transitions
- Career navigation — ADHD in the workplace, disclosure decisions, advocating for accommodations
- Navigating relationships with better communication and boundaries
- Working with your ADHD strengths rather than against them
Who Coaching Is For
Coaching may be a good fit if you:
- Have your mental health reasonably stable and are looking for practical ADHD strategies
- Want support with a specific area — career, organization, relationships, life transitions
- Are not currently in crisis and don't have active trauma or significant mental health concerns
- Want a more directive, goal-oriented approach than traditional therapy
If you're dealing with significant depression, trauma, anxiety, or burnout, therapy is likely a better starting point. We can always discuss what makes the most sense for where you are.
Frequently Asked Questions
No — coaching is not a clinical service and is not covered by insurance. It is a private-pay service.
In some cases, yes — though typically not simultaneously in the same sessions. We'd discuss what makes the most sense for your situation.
No. Many women I work with are in the process of seeking a diagnosis or strongly suspect ADHD but haven't been formally evaluated. Coaching doesn't require a diagnosis.
All sessions are online via secure video. Unlike therapy, coaching is not limited by state licensing, so I can work with women anywhere — not just in North Carolina and South Carolina.
Interested in Coaching?
Reach out and let me know you're interested in coaching. We can talk through whether it's the right fit and what that would look like.
