Question 1

Do I have to have an ADHD diagnosis to get coaching?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely not. I work with clients who have an official diagnosis and those who have not/do not want it. There is no need for a label to validate your experiences here, this is a non-judgemental space.

Question 2

Who do you work with?

Accepted Answer

I work with adults with ADHD, as well as those who think they may be AuDHD.Many of my clients are professionals, business owners, entrepreneurs and leaders who care deeply about their work and want to make a meaningful difference. They commonly come from industries such as technology, education, healthcare, finance, social impact, therapy and higher education.Although their careers vary, many describe similar experiences. They have lots of ideas but struggle to turn them into consistent action. They often look successful from the outside, yet privately feel stuck procrastinating, overwhelmed, exhausted or like an imposter. Many have tried countless books, planners, apps and productivity strategies, only to find that nothing seems to stick.

Question 3

I've read all the books and tried every strategy but nothing works. How is coaching different?

Accepted Answer

This is one of the most common reasons people contact me. Many of my clients arrive feeling frustrated because they already know what they "should" do.The challenge usually isn't a lack of information. There are many strategies that can be effective for ADHD. The difficulty is that no single strategy works all the time, for every person or in every situation.Together, we explore what's getting in the way.That might involve understanding your nervous system, identifying hidden barriers, recognising patterns such as perfectionism, or developing approaches that genuinely fit your strengths, preferences and environment.We also look at when a strategy is likely to work, why it sometimes stops working, and how to adapt your approach rather than feeling like you've failed. The aim isn't to find the perfect strategy. It's to help you build a flexible toolkit that works with your ADHD, even as your circumstances, energy levels and life change.

Question 4

Do you specialise in coaching women with ADHD?

Accepted Answer

I work with both men and women with ADHD. However, it is important to recognise that women often face some unique challenges which can influence how ADHD is experienced and how support is tailored.Many of my clients are women in their 30s and 40s who are balancing careers, businesses, leadership roles, caring responsibilities or studying, while also navigating hormonal changes such as perimenopause or the menopause. ADHD can become more noticeable during this stage of life, leaving many women wondering why strategies that once worked no longer seem to help.Women are also more likely to have spent years masking their difficulties, overcommitting, striving for perfection or feeling like they have to work harder than everyone else just to keep up.I also work with men experiencing many of the same challenges, including burnout, procrastination, emotional overwhelm, perfectionism and feeling as though they're constantly falling short despite working incredibly hard.Every person's experience of ADHD is different. Coaching is always tailored to you, your aims and the way your brain works.

Question 5

Can coaching help if I think I might also be autistic?

Accepted Answer

Many adults discover that ADHD and autism overlap in ways they hadn't recognised before. Some of my clients already identify as AuDHD, while others are exploring whether autism might also explain some of their experiences. It's also common for neurodivergent people to have more than one form of neurodivergence.I worked with clients with a range of neurodivergent profiles, including ADHD, autism, AuDHD and dyslexia. These differences can influence areas such as executive functioning, sensory processing, communication experiences, emotional regulation, relationships and burnout.You don't need a diagnosis to benefit from coaching. Together, we'll focus on understanding your specific experience and needs.

Question 6

How do you work with business owners and entrepreneurs?

Accepted Answer

Many of my clients run businesses or are building one alongside employment.Running a business with ADHD often brings unique challenges. Priorities constantly compete for attention, there is rarely anyone else setting deadlines, lots of decisions and it can be easy to spend hours on a task while avoiding the one that matters most.Common coaching goals include reducing procrastination, strategies to prioritise, overcoming perfectionism, managing energy to avoid burnout, improving focus, making decisions more confidently and creating ways of working that are sustainable rather than relying on last-minute pressure.

Question 7

Can ADHD coaching help with burnout?

Accepted Answer

Feeling burnout is a common reasons people seek ADHD coaching.Many people with ADHD spend years pushing themselves to meet expectations, saying yes when they really need to rest, masking their difficulties or relying on urgency to get things done. Others find themselves caught in a cycle where they have very little energy for days or weeks, then, as soon as motivation or energy returns, they try to do everything at once because they're worried they won't feel like this again. It's completely understandable, but it often leads to another crash, reinforcing the cycle of burnout.Coaching can help you understand what is contributing to burnout,  recognise the patterns that keep you stuck and develop more sustainable ways of working.Together, we'll explore how to manage your energy so that you can make steady progress without feeling like you have to choose between doing nothing and doing everything.

Question 8

How is ADHD coaching different from therapy or counselling?

Accepted Answer

Therapy and counselling often focus on helping you process past experiences, emotional difficulties or mental health challenges.ADHD coaching focuses on helping you move towards where you want to be. Together we'll explore your goals, understand how your ADHD affects everyday life and develop practical, personalised strategies that fit the way your brain works.There is often some overlap. We may explore emotions, self-beliefs or patterns that are getting in the way, but always in the context of helping you create meaningful and lasting change.Many of my clients choose to have coaching alongside therapy, while others come to coaching after finding that talking alone wasn't enough to help them make the changes they wanted.

Question 9

I'm not quite ready. Can you remind me?

Accepted Answer

Of course! Some clients know they want coaching but the time isn't quite right. They worry they may forget or just want that reminder nudge in a month or so. If that's you, just send me a message and I'll send an email reminder 🙂Send your request to hello@coachwithlouise.com

Question 10

Can I get coaching online?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All coaching sessions take place online via Google Meet, allowing me to work with adults worldwide. Most of clients are based across Australia and as well as the UK and find the flexibility of attending sessions from home or work more comfortable and practical.

BOOK A FREE DISCOVERY CALL

Want to know if we’re a good fit or want to know what coaching will be like?

Book a complimentary discovery call and let's talk.

Alternatively, drop me an email at hello@coachwithlouise.com

Current client looking to book your next session?

Visit your 👉Client Portal here

Available online, worldwide via Googlemeet
*If you can't find a time to suit, please email me directly

FAQs

Do I have to have an ADHD diagnosis to get coaching?

Who do you work with?

I've read all the books and tried every strategy but nothing works. How is coaching different?

Do you specialise in coaching women with ADHD?

Can coaching help if I think I might also be autistic?

How do you work with business owners and entrepreneurs?

Can ADHD coaching help with burnout?

How is ADHD coaching different from therapy or counselling?

I'm not quite ready. Can you remind me?

Can I get coaching online?

BOOK A FREE DISCOVERY CALL

Want to know if we’re a good fit or want to know what coaching will be like? Book a complimentary discovery call and let's talk. Alternatively, drop me an email at hello@coachwithlouise.com

Current client looking to book your next session?

Visit your 👉Client Portal here

Available online, worldwide via Googlemeet *If you can't find a time to suit, please email me directly

FAQs

Do I have to have an ADHD diagnosis to get coaching?

Who do you work with?

I've read all the books and tried every strategy but nothing works. How is coaching different?

Do you specialise in coaching women with ADHD?

Can coaching help if I think I might also be autistic?

How do you work with business owners and entrepreneurs?

Can ADHD coaching help with burnout?

How is ADHD coaching different from therapy or counselling?

I'm not quite ready. Can you remind me?

Can I get coaching online?

Want to know if we’re a good fit or want to know what coaching will be like?

Book a complimentary discovery call and let's talk.

Alternatively, drop me an email at hello@coachwithlouise.com

Available online, worldwide via Googlemeet
*If you can't find a time to suit, please email me directly