ADHD & Executive Function Coaching for Adolescents

Most ADHD support focuses only on behavior or coping strategies.

Forward Walking addresses both the brain and the skills needed for real-world success.

This integrated approach combines two powerful elements:

Neurofeedback is evidence-based brain training that helps improve:

• Attention and focus
• Emotional regulation (depression, anxiety, self-image, etc)
• Cognitive efficiency (brain fog)
• Stress resilience
• Self-control

By strengthening how the brain functions, teens often experience improvements that traditional talk-based approaches alone cannot provide.

Because neurofeedback is incorporated into services, many families are able to receive insurance reimbursement, and HSA/FSA accounts are typically eligible.

Alongside brain training, adolescents develop practical life skills, including:

• Organization and planning
• Time management
• Task initiation and follow-through
• Goal setting and accountability
• Confidence and independence

This ensures improvements translate into real-world success at school and at home.

• Combines neuroscience-based training with practical skill development
• Focuses on long-term growth, not just short-term behavior change
• Supports both the adolescent and family system
• Provides an effective option beyond traditional therapy alone
• Trusted by parents, schools, and healthcare providers

Shawn Breeden brings personal insight to his work, having navigated ADHD himself. He is a specialist in adolescent ADHD and executive functioning development with over 20 years of experience supporting teens and families. His approach is warm, practical, and focused on helping adolescents build lasting independence and confidence. 

Professional Qualifiations:

• Board Certified in Neurofeedback
• Master’s-level trained in counseling
• Certified in Brain Coaching
• Experienced in working collaboratively with schools and professionals

• Feeling more confident and capable
• Managing school demands and daily expectations with less stress
• Staying organized and following through
• Handling emotions more calmly
• Developing independence and motivation

This kind of growth is possible with the right support.