An Assessment is all of the activities related to coming to a Diagnosis of what are the actual issues that an individual may be dealing with. An assessment and Diagnosis almost always precede good treatment and support planning. An assessment can take the form of interviews, in person or on paper. There can be self-report measures that the individual works on, or there may be measures that require the input of other persons who know the individual well. There will be clinical and standardized test instruments to complete for the individual with the support of the examiner, some face-to-face and some online through testing agencies that the examiner will arrange for the client. All of these assessment activities are then scored, brought together, and interpreted by the examiner and their team to allow the examiner to come up with a Diagnosis for the individual that will allow for the most appropriate treatment and supports.

ADHD coaching focuses on helping people translate insight into action by building practical systems that fit the way their brain works. The process is collaborative and goal‑oriented: the coach and client work together to identify challenges, clarify priorities, and break tasks into manageable steps. Sessions often explore patterns in attention, motivation, organization, and follow‑through, then develop strategies that support consistency rather than relying on willpower alone. A coach provides structure, accountability, and a non‑judgmental space to experiment with new approaches, adjusting tools as the client learns what actually works in their daily life. Over time, coaching helps individuals strengthen executive‑function skills, increase confidence, and create routines that support long‑term success.