Are We A Match?

Finding the right kind of support for your teen can be overwhelming — especially when it’s not clear whether they need a tutor, a therapist, a mentor, or something else entirely.


At Back to Cool Coaching, I help teens build executive function skills through personalized, goal-driven support. While coaching can be incredibly effective, it’s not always the only answer. Here’s a quick comparison to help you decide what type of support might be the best fit right now:

The Problem

The Resource

The Hope

Struggle with subject areas

Tutor

Knowledge Driven

Get confidence with the subject and improve grades

Trouble coping with past experiences

Therapist

Insight Driven

Dealing with thoughts and feelings and life in the abstract

Needs perspective

Mentor

Experience Driven

Give them guidance based on experience

Could use a pick-me-up or motivation

Family

Advice Driven

Get their act together

Dealing with day to day stuff

Back to Cool Coaching

Goal Driven

Figure out how to make goals and see them through

When Coaching is the Right Fit

If your teen…

  • Struggles to stay organized
  • Misses deadlines or forgets assignments
  • Has trouble following through on goals
  • Gets overwhelmed managing time and responsibilities
  • Needs a confidence boost to feel in control of their schedule

...then coaching may be exactly what they need.


As a Seattle-based academic coach specializing in ADHD school support and executive functioning, I provide structured, personalized guidance that helps teens move from chaos to clarity.

About Me

Hi, I’m Chris — a certified life coach and occupational therapy assistant who’s passionate about helping teens thrive. My work is grounded in both experience and empathy, with a deep understanding of how executive function challenges impact everyday life.

Credentials


Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
ICF-Approved Certified Life Coach (Level 1)

Personal Experience


Mentor with LINKS in the Lake Washington School District

Mother of two adult children

Avid hiker and nature-lover

Staying connected with the community I serve is a key way to continually help bridge the gap between students and success.

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