ANDREA

ADULT & ADOLESCENT ADHD COACH
CAREER CHANGE & SELF EMPLOYED BUSINESS COACH
SINGLE PARENT SUPPORT
UNIVERSITY STUDENT STUDY COACH
AGE 16+18 SPECIALIST COACH

DIAGNOSED ADHD

LOCATION ~ NG2

Andrea was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 49.  She felt a combination of elation at finally understanding herself but also sadness that she had been masking her entire life without knowing it.

It was after many years working professionally in Education and with ADHD students that Andrea started to see the ADHD trait similarities in herself.  She also noticed those very same traits in her teenage daughter.

Andrea now feels empowered by this diagnosis meaning she can very much relate to others getting theirs.  She gets huge satisfaction from supporting and showing them how ADHD can be used as a powerful gift, while accepting the challenges it brings.

Losing a parent at the age of 8 had a lasting impact on Andrea growing up, but with counselling and coaching she now understands how her ADHD interplayed in dealing with feelings of abandonment.

Andrea was always described in school reports as ‘conscientious, quiet and polite but could try harder and needs to ask more questions’.  This always felt harsh and frustrated her growing up, seeing her friends achieve but not really understanding why she didn’t, even though she tried her very best!  Andrea would often find herself drifting off, lacking the focus and concentration to study and sitting still for long periods of time.

Andrea enjoyed school but left without achieving any qualifications.  However, her sense of curiosity, creativity, determination and desire to learn meant that with more understanding of her own learning style and her thirst for knowledge, she decided to study for a degree.

However, starting a family at this time, meant that managing a toddler as a mature student and struggling with the challenges of parenthood, had a profound effect on her.  She can only now see how ADHD and her introverted nature really impacted on her whilst trying to navigate this new world.

Andrea has had a varied and successful career covering Project Management, Event Management, Education and Mental Health.  However, the common theme throughout her life has always been helping people and enjoying listening to the stories of clients, getting to grips with their own struggles and motivations and collaboratively working with people to help them achieve the life they want.

Andrea has for many years supported students aged 16 -18 (and their parents) with transitions to Further/Higher Education.  She has coached students during A-Level studies, with mental health issues and 18+ future career plans.  Andrea has in depth knowledge and experience in supporting students with their UCAS applications, personal statements and applying for Disability Support Allowance.

Andrea supports University students throughout their degrees helping them build strategies and coping mechanisms to work independently whilst managing their ADHD.  Andrea is always happy to provide guidance and support to parents of University students.

Andrea supports clients navigating Access to Work applications.  She can guide clients throughout the whole process and assist with liaising with employers.

Andrea is passionate about supporting clients with their goals and dreams no matter how big or small – whether it’s a new job, career change or a brand new business idea.  Andrea loves to be creative in her coaching sessions and enjoys helping clients realise their goals whilst navigating their ADHD traits.

Andrea is a passionate advocate and will fight to ensure that the right support is in place for her ADHD clients.  She has great empathy and understanding in recognising the frustrations a person can go through when they desperately want to succeed.  Andrea can provide the framework, tools and strategies so help that person feel empowered and confident.

Andrea also uses her creative side when coaching clients and likes to use creative ways to problem solve and to help the client visualise and achieve their goals and passions.

Andrea can offer 1:1 coaching online and face to face.  She is also available to offer face to face in Nottinghamshire.  Andrea is keen to adapt the sessions for all clients to feel comfortable in their surroundings and also offers coaching outdoors.

Qualifications

• Qualified Personal Development Coach, Trainer & Facilitator
• Critical Criminology BA Hons 2:1 2006
• ILM L5 Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring 2019
• AET award L3 in Education and Training 2021
• Designated Safeguarding Lead Training 2021
• Mental Health First Aid Champion MHFA 2017
• Barefoot Coaching – Visual Facilitation 2021
• Scriberia – Using Ink to Think 2021
• Art in Coaching 2021
• Stress reduction and delivering a Stress Reduction Programme 2017
• Understanding Autism, Aspergers and ADHD 2021
• Dyslexia Awareness 2019
• Professional Member of the European Coaching Council (EMCC)
• Professional Member of the Association for Coaching (AC)
• Professional Member of of the Society for Education and Training (SET)

ANDREA

ADULT & ADOLESCENT ADHD COACH

CAREER CHANGE & SELF EMPLOYED BUSINESS COACH

SINGLE PARENT SUPPORT

UNIVERSITY STUDENT STUDY COACH

AGE 16+18 SPECIALIST COACH

DIAGNOSED ADHD
LOCATION ~ NG2

Andrea was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 49.  She felt a combination of elation at finally understanding herself but also sadness that she had been masking her entire life without knowing it.

It was after many years working professionally in Education and with ADHD students that Andrea started to see the ADHD trait similarities in herself.  She also noticed those very same traits in her teenage daughter.

Andrea now feels empowered by this diagnosis meaning she can very much relate to others getting theirs.  She gets huge satisfaction from supporting and showing them how ADHD can be used as a powerful gift, while accepting the challenges it brings.

Losing a parent at the age of 8 had a lasting impact on Andrea growing up, but with counselling and coaching she now understands how her ADHD interplayed in dealing with feelings of abandonment.

Andrea was always described in school reports as ‘conscientious, quiet and polite but could try harder and needs to ask more questions’.  This always felt harsh and frustrated her growing up, seeing her friends achieve but not really understanding why she didn’t, even though she tried her very best!  Andrea would often find herself drifting off, lacking the focus and concentration to study and sitting still for long periods of time.

Andrea enjoyed school but left without achieving any qualifications.  However, her sense of curiosity, creativity, determination and desire to learn meant that with more understanding of her own learning style and her thirst for knowledge, she decided to study for a degree.

However, starting a family at this time, meant that managing a toddler as a mature student and struggling with the challenges of parenthood, had a profound effect on her.  She can only now see how ADHD and her introverted nature really impacted on her whilst trying to navigate this new world.

Andrea has had a varied and successful career covering Project Management, Event Management, Education and Mental Health.  However, the common theme throughout her life has always been helping people and enjoying listening to the stories of clients, getting to grips with their own struggles and motivations and collaboratively working with people to help them achieve the life they want.

Andrea has for many years supported students aged 16 -18 (and their parents) with transitions to Further/Higher Education.  She has coached students during A-Level studies, with mental health issues and 18+ future career plans.  Andrea has in depth knowledge and experience in supporting students with their UCAS applications, personal statements and applying for Disability Support Allowance.

Andrea supports University students throughout their degrees helping them build strategies and coping mechanisms to work independently whilst managing their ADHD.  Andrea is always happy to provide guidance and support to parents of University students.

Andrea supports clients navigating Access to Work applications.  She can guide clients throughout the whole process and assist with liaising with employers.

Andrea is passionate about supporting clients with their goals and dreams no matter how big or small – whether it’s a new job, career change or a brand new business idea.  Andrea loves to be creative in her coaching sessions and enjoys helping clients realise their goals whilst navigating their ADHD traits.

Andrea is a passionate advocate and will fight to ensure that the right support is in place for her ADHD clients.  She has great empathy and understanding in recognising the frustrations a person can go through when they desperately want to succeed.  Andrea can provide the framework, tools and strategies so help that person feel empowered and confident.

Andrea also uses her creative side when coaching clients and likes to use creative ways to problem solve and to help the client visualise and achieve their goals and passions.

Andrea can offer 1:1 coaching online and face to face.  She is also available to offer face to face in Nottinghamshire.  Andrea is keen to adapt the sessions for all clients to feel comfortable in their surroundings and also offers coaching outdoors.

Qualifications

• Qualified Personal Development Coach, Trainer & Facilitator
• Critical Criminology BA Hons 2:1 2006
• ILM L5 Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring 2019
• AET award L3 in Education and Training 2021
• Designated Safeguarding Lead Training 2021
• Mental Health First Aid Champion MHFA 2017
• Barefoot Coaching – Visual Facilitation 2021
• Scriberia – Using Ink to Think 2021
• Art in Coaching 2021
• Stress reduction and delivering a Stress Reduction Programme 2017
• Understanding Autism, Aspergers and ADHD 2021
• Dyslexia Awareness 2019
• Professional Member of the European Coaching Council (EMCC)
• Professional Member of the Association for Coaching (AC)
• Professional Member of of the Society for Education and Training (SET)