Learning and executive functioning coaching

Personalized support to build organization, focus, study skills and confidence, for students of all ages and their families.

Fee-basedNo referral neededWorks with families and schoolsIn person or virtual
Planning the week in a paper planner

Who it's for

Coaching helps students who are working hard but struggling with:

  • Focus and attention
  • Organization and time management
  • Starting or finishing work
  • Inconsistent grades
  • Reading, writing or math
  • Confidence and motivation at school

What we work on

Coaching focuses on how a student learns, not just what they learn.

Executive functioningOrganization, planning and getting started.
Time management and study strategiesRoutines, priorities and effective habits.
Organization systemsTools to manage schoolwork and deadlines.
Problem solvingCritical thinking and academic resilience.
Academic skillsReading, writing and learning strategies.
Confidence and independenceAccountability and self-directed learning.

How to get started

  1. 1Complete our Get Started formIt takes a few minutes. We'll email you next steps and a booking link.
  2. 2Initial consultationWe learn about your child's needs and goals.
  3. 3A personalized planThen regular sessions focused on skills and progress.

Cost

  • Fee-based; not covered by OHIP

Also available

  • One-to-one tutoring in reading, writing and math, combined with executive functioning strategies

Who you'll see

Meet the full team
Claire MerbaumClaire MerbaumM.A., School & Child-Clinical Psychology · Learning specialist & educational consultant
Lisa CantkierLisa CantkierADHD & executive functioning coach
Wendy TangWendy TangOccupational therapist
Maya SteinMaya SteinOccupational therapist
Ali AberAli AberM.A. Psychology
Ruth MasliyahRuth MasliyahSocial worker · parent coaching
Rachel AtkinsRachel AtkinsTeacher · Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Cassandra DiGenovaCassandra DiGenovaTeacher (OCT) · Social worker

Common questions

Is this the same as tutoring?

No. Coaching builds the skills behind learning. Tutoring can be added for specific subjects.

How long does support last?

It depends on the student. Some need short-term strategies, others ongoing sessions.

Do you work with schools?

Yes, when appropriate, including accommodations and strategies.

Related services

Ready to start?

Complete our Get Started form and we'll be in touch with next steps.

Need help right now? Call 911 or 988, or go to your nearest emergency department.

Learning and executive functioning coaching

Personalized support to build organization, focus, study skills and confidence, for students of all ages and their families.

Fee-basedNo referral neededWorks with families and schoolsIn person or virtual
Planning the week in a paper planner

Who it's for

Coaching helps students who are working hard but struggling with:

  • Focus and attention
  • Organization and time management
  • Starting or finishing work
  • Inconsistent grades
  • Reading, writing or math
  • Confidence and motivation at school

What we work on

Coaching focuses on how a student learns, not just what they learn.

Executive functioningOrganization, planning and getting started.
Time management and study strategiesRoutines, priorities and effective habits.
Organization systemsTools to manage schoolwork and deadlines.
Problem solvingCritical thinking and academic resilience.
Academic skillsReading, writing and learning strategies.
Confidence and independenceAccountability and self-directed learning.

How to get started

  1. 1Complete our Get Started formIt takes a few minutes. We'll email you next steps and a booking link.
  2. 2Initial consultationWe learn about your child's needs and goals.
  3. 3A personalized planThen regular sessions focused on skills and progress.

Cost

  • Fee-based; not covered by OHIP

Also available

  • One-to-one tutoring in reading, writing and math, combined with executive functioning strategies

Who you'll see

Meet the full team
Claire MerbaumClaire MerbaumM.A., School & Child-Clinical Psychology · Learning specialist & educational consultant
Lisa CantkierLisa CantkierADHD & executive functioning coach
Wendy TangWendy TangOccupational therapist
Maya SteinMaya SteinOccupational therapist
Ali AberAli AberM.A. Psychology
Ruth MasliyahRuth MasliyahSocial worker · parent coaching
Rachel AtkinsRachel AtkinsTeacher · Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Cassandra DiGenovaCassandra DiGenovaTeacher (OCT) · Social worker

Common questions

Is this the same as tutoring?

No. Coaching builds the skills behind learning. Tutoring can be added for specific subjects.

How long does support last?

It depends on the student. Some need short-term strategies, others ongoing sessions.

Do you work with schools?

Yes, when appropriate, including accommodations and strategies.

Related services

Ready to start?

Complete our Get Started form and we'll be in touch with next steps.

Need help right now? Call 911 or 988, or go to your nearest emergency department.