Four Skill  Of Building Series For ADHD Youth And Teens  

 

The Four Pillars of Thriving With ADHD™

The Thriving With ADHD™ framework is built on a simple but powerful truth:
ADHD success is not about fixing deficits—it is about teaching skills.

This educational framework was developed to help ADHD youth and teens understand how their brains work and learn practical strategies for navigating school, relationships, emotions, and daily life with confidence and competence.

Rather than focusing solely on symptom management, the Four Pillars approach emphasizes self-awareness, executive function development, emotional regulation, and social understanding—skills that support long-term success well beyond the classroom.

 

A Skill-Building Framework for ADHD Youth and Teens

Through structured, developmentally appropriate learning sessions, students are guided through four core areas that directly impact daily functioning and well-being:

 Understanding ADHD

Students learn how ADHD affects attention, motivation, emotions, and behavior—at school, at home, and in social settings. This foundational pillar helps youth and teens recognize their strengths, reduce shame, and develop a healthier understanding of how their brains operate.

1. Time Management & Organization

This pillar focuses on practical strategies for managing time, organizing schoolwork, and building routines that support follow-through. Students learn how to break tasks into manageable steps, prioritize responsibilities, and reduce overwhelm.

2. Study Skills & Test-Taking Strategies

 With this this pillar, Students are taught how to decode instructions, understand test questions, and apply effective study techniques. Emphasis is placed on preparation strategies that work with the ADHD brain—not against it.

3. Impulse Control, Emotional Regulation & Social Skills

This pillar supports emotional awareness, temper management, impulse control, and social understanding. Students learn tools for navigating frustration, reading social cues, communicating effectively, and building healthier peer relationships.

4. FuelRight™: Nutrition Foundations for Focus & Regulation

FuelRight™ teaches age-appropriate nutrition awareness as a support pillar for ADHD regulation—helping students understand how hydration, protein, balanced meals, and steady energy can influence mood, focus, sleep quality, and emotional steadiness. The goal is not perfection or restriction; it is learning simple, realistic habits that strengthen the brain-body connection.

Note: FuelRight™ supports the other pillars—especially ImpulseMastery™ and OrganizeMe™—by stabilizing energy and reducing avoidable dips that can amplify irritability and distractibility.

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Learning That Transfers to Real Life

Each pillar is taught with the goal of real-world application. Students are encouraged to practice skills in everyday situations—at school, at home, and in social environments—so learning translates into meaningful change.

Participants receive a student workbook that reinforces concepts, provides guided reflection, and supports continued skill development between sessions.

Getting Started

Families may begin with a complimentary inquiry session to explore whether the program is an appropriate fit.

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Dr. Anders Osborne, Ph.D.

ADHD Specialist & Educator | 30+ years educating educators and parents of ADHD youth and teens
Founder, I Teach To Reach ADHD Coaching LLC & Thriving With ADHD™

Assembling the pieces between the non-divergent world and the brilliance of being ADHD™.

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"OrganizeMe" Skill Building Series For ADHD Students

Introduction:

   Our "OrganizeMe" ADHD student coaching programs are designed to empower students with essential organizational skills that are fundamental to academic success and personal development. We understand the challenges students face in managing their time, tasks, and priorities amidst the demands of school, extracurricular activities, and personal commitments.

"OrganizeMe"ADHD Student Coaching Series:

• Time Management: Learn effective techniques to optimize study schedules, balance workload, and allocate time for personal interests.
• Task Prioritization: Develop skills to prioritize tasks by importance and urgency while maintaining work-life balance.
• Goal Setting: Set realistic academic, personal, and extracurricular goals, breaking them into manageable steps for progress tracking and motivation.
• Organization Systems: Implement personalized systems to manage study materials, digital files, and schedules, reducing stress and enhancing productivity.
• Study Skills: Enhance note-taking, reading, and exam preparation tailored to individual learning styles.
• Stress Management: Develop coping mechanisms, including mindfulness and relaxation techniques, for maintaining mental well-being during challenges.

                        

"StudySmart" Skills Building Series For ADHD Students

   Introduction:

The" StudySmart" ADHD Coaching Program is crafted to support students with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in developing effective study habits and advocating for necessary accommodations during test-taking. This program focuses on personalized strategies, goal-setting, and self-advocacy skills to enhance academic success.

"ImpulseMastery" Skill Building Series For ADHD Students

"ImpulseMastery"  ADHD Student Coaching Series 

Welcome to the "ImpulseMastery" Coaching Program, tailored specifically for students with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Our program is dedicated to providing support and guidance to help students develop strategies to cope with and overcome impulsivity effectively.

"ImpulseMastery"ADHD Student Coaching Series 

1: The Dynamics of Impulsivity: Understanding the complex interplay of thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that contribute to impulsive actions, including its impact on decision-making and daily functioning.

2: The Need for Personalized Impulse Coaching: Recognizing the unique challenges faced by individuals with ADHD and the importance of tailored coaching to address specific impulsivity-related issues effectively.

3: Building Self-Awareness of Impulsive Triggers: Learning to identify personal triggers and cues that precede impulsive behaviors, empowering individuals to anticipate and manage their responses more effectively.

4: Strategies for Managing Impulsive Urges: Exploring practical techniques and coping mechanisms to resist impulsive urges, including mindfulness practices, delayed gratification strategies, and cognitive-behavioral techniques.

5: Developing Impulse Control Techniques: Acquiring skills and strategies to enhance impulse control, such as setting goals, creating action plans, practicing self-restraint, and seeking support when needed.

6: Nurturing a Balanced Life with ImpulseMastery: Embracing holistic approaches to life management, including self-care practices, healthy relationships, effective time management, and pursuing meaningful activities, to achieve balance and well-being despite impulsive tendencies.

   Join us in the "ImpulseMastery" Coaching Series to embark on a journey of self-discovery, growth, and mastery over impulsivity. Together, we'll unlock your potential and pave the way for success in academics, relationships, and beyond.

 

"ConnectWell"Social Skills Series For ADHD Students