Executive function is the set of brain processes involved with getting things done.

These processes include…

Working Memory

• Keeping information we need in mind as we work on a task.

Cognitive Flexibility

• Adjusting to new information as it presents itself.

Inhibitory Control

• Regulating our emotions and distractions to persist on a task.

Executive function, or EF, controls our ability to plan, organize, collaborate, focus, and pivot as we go about our daily lives. Today's schools and workplaces aren't built for everyone. Some of our most brilliant, most creative, and persistent problem-solvers struggle because of their executive function.

Whether because of autism, ADHD, dyslexia, stress, anxiety or depression, people can struggle with the ability to plan, organize, and follow through on tasks. When compromised working memory, attention, flexibility, or self-regulation stands in the way of what you seem able to do and what you want to do, you may benefit from executive function support. Executive function impacts everything you do in life, and supporting executive function can help reveal other talents.

Executive function coaching takes on a schedule of personalized sessions.

Goal Setting

• Identifying goals, tasks, and milestones.

Implementation Supports

• Suggestions and strategies for planning, organization, monitoring, and communication.

Proactive Prompts

• Scheduled reminders to support time or task management.

Progress Monitoring

• Recognition of achievements to build and foster success, and revision of strategies to improve in other areas.

Progress Review

• Self-monitoring on progress and consequences to help work towards success.

Every client is different and sessions are personalized to individual needs.

Executive function coaching sessions with Dr. Jodi Asbell-Clarke will typically start with a short meeting (no charge) to get to know each other. From there, you and Jodi will put together a coaching sessions package that is personalized for you.

This may include…

• Weekly meetings to work on strategies and tasks
• Prompts during the week for scheduling and task monitoring
• Tools for planning, organization and time-keeping
• Long-term strategies for maintaining useful practices

Most of Jodi's coaching sessions are virtual (using Zoom or equivalent), but in some cases (in Halifax) in-person coaching sessions may also be made available.