Advanced Techniques for
Coaching the ADHD Client
Enhance and Expand Your ADHD Coaching Skills
Both intensive and comprehensive, Coaching the ADHD Client (CAC) teaches high-level ADHD coaching techniques to trained coaches, deepening their understanding of clients’ lived experiences.
Taught by two experienced and esteemed trainers, Cameron Gott, PCC and Diane Thomson, PCC, CAPC, students learn how to identify the role of neurobiology in client challenges, and work with a client’s progress in a growth‐change process. This course utilizes the Awareness/Action/Learning framework, supporting coaches in partnering with clients as they establish skills from their own learning.
Students will need to purchase the book Understand Your Brain, Get More Done: The ADHD Executive Functions Workbook by Ari Tuckman, PsyD. CAC and our other advanced coach training courses are open to Coach Approach Foundation graduates. Coaches trained elsewhere who have at least 60 ICF coach-specific training hours and 100 paid client coaching hours must take the following prerequisite courses: Distinguishing ADHD Coaching, ADHD Education, and Neurodiversity Support & Advocacy.
CAC is required training for all CATI Level 2 ADHD/ND credentials. Transferring coaches with ADHD-specific coach training should schedule a time to meet with the Director of Education to confirm eligibility for this course.
Advanced Training Curriculum
ADHD
- ADHD Education (AE)
- Coaching the ADHD Client (CAC)
- Distinguishing ADHD Coaching (DAC)
- Neurodiversity Support & Advocacy (NSA)
Productivity
Seminar-Style
The training
What You’ll Learn in Coaching the ADHD Client
This is a graduate-level course in advanced ADHD coaching techniques. It will provide a deeper understanding of the use of coaching skills and strategies when working with clients who have ADHD.
The class-time training format includes a structured agenda, instruction, coaching demonstrations, assignment reviews, periods of time for discussion, and breaks to ask questions.
Practical Application
Strategies for Success
Targeted Skills
Advanced Techniques
Coaching the ADHD Client
Class Details
Explore important Coaching the ADHD Client (CAC) class details for course dates, times, and pricing. For all Advanced Training course details, scroll for the full schedule.
Class Format
Live, online, 6 live video classes meeting every other week (90 minutes each).
Time Commitment
Six 90 minute classes; students also meet in weekly 2-person Skills Building Groups (SBGs) for 1 ½-2 hours. Some additional reading and review of recorded coaching demonstrations.
Course Schedule
FALL
Dates: August 31, September 14 & 18, October 12 & 26, and November 9, 2026 on Mondays
Time: 3:00 – 4:30 pm ET
Register by: August 16, 2026
Continuing Education Hours
Number of credit hours earned by completing this course:
- 9 Continuing Education Units (CEU)
- 11.25 Continuing Coach Education (CCE) Hours or Approved Coach Specific Training Hours (ACSTH)
Course Fee
$770 – includes all course materials, except for the book Understand Your Brain, Get More Done: The ADHD Executive Functions Workbook, 2012, by Ari Tuckman, PsyD (students purchase separately)
Class Schedules
2026 Advanced Training Schedules
Whether you’re mapping out your learning journey or looking for specific sessions, this comprehensive overview of all upcoming Advanced Training courses includes dates, times, and enrollment links organized by category.
Advanced ADHD Training Courses 2026
| Category | Course Name | Weekday | Dates | Time | Register By | Enroll |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADHD | ADHD Education (AE) | Thursdays | Jan 22 - Feb 26, 2026 | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm ET | Jan 7, 2026 | Register for Winter 2026 |
| ADHD | Coaching the ADHD Client (CAC) | Mondays | Aug 31, Sept 14, Sept 28, | 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm ET | Aug 16, 2026 | Register for Fall 2026 |
| ADHD | Distinguishing ADHD Coaching (DAC) | Mondays | Oct 12, Oct 26, & Nov 9, 2026 | 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm ET | Sept 21, 2026 | Register for Fall 2026 |
| ADHD | Neurodiversity Support & Advocacy (NSA) | Thursdays | July 9, 16, 30 & Aug 6, 20, 27, 2026 | 11:00 am - 12:45 pm ET OR 3:00 - 4:45 pm ET | June 18, 2026 | Register for Summer 2026 |
Our ADHD and Neurodiversity related courses offer targeted learning, and are available to both Foundation graduates and experienced coaches trained in other ICF programs. Not all courses are designed to be taken individually. If you have questions about whether you have the necessary background, training, or prerequisites for a course, please contact us or schedule a conversation with our Director of Education, Sara Skillen.
Advanced Productivity Training Courses 2026
| Category | Course Name | Weekday | Dates | Time | Register By | Enroll |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Productivity | Holistic Time Coaching (HTC) | Wednesdays | Oct 7 - Nov 11, 2026 | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm ET | Sept 23, 2026 | Register for Fall 2026 |
| Productivity | Productivity Coaching (PC) | Wednesdays | April 22 - May 27, 2026 | 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm ET | April 8, 2026 | Register for Spring 2026 |
Our courses include information and perspectives on ADHD and other neurodivergence, regardless of whether those terms are included in the title of the course. They focus on a "whole person" approach to time, schedule, and life management. If you have questions about whether or not our productivity courses are a good fit for you and your educational goals, please contact us or schedule a conversation with our Director of Education, Sara Skillen.
Advanced Leadership Training Courses 2026
| Category | Course Name | Weekday | Dates | Time | Register By | Enroll |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leadership | Coaching Effective Leaders (CEL) | Tuesdays | June 23 - July 28, 2026 | 6:00 - 7:30 pm ET | June 9, 2026 | Register for Summer 2026 |
| Leadership | Coaching Neurodivergent Leaders (CNL) | Thursdays | April 16 - May 14, 2026 | 3:00 - 4:30 pm ET | April 2, 2026 | Register for Spring 2026 |
| Elective | Cultivating Coaching Courage (CCC) | Thursdays Thursdays | Feb 3 - March 10, 2026 Aug 25 - Sept 29, 2026 | 11:00 am - 12:30 pm ET 6:00 - 7:30 pm ET | Jan 20, 2026 Aug 11, 2026 | Register for Spring 2026 Register for Fall 2026 |
Our ADHD and Neurodiversity related courses offer targeted learning, and are available to both Foundation graduates and experienced coaches trained in other ICF programs. Not all courses are designed to be taken individually. If you have questions about whether you have the necessary background, training, or prerequisites for a course, please contact us or schedule a conversation with our Director of Education, Sara Skillen.
Adv Seminar-Style Training Courses 2026
| Category | Course Name | Weekday | Dates | Time | Register By | Enroll |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seminar-Style | Coaching in Action (CIA) | Tuesdays | Every 3rd Tuesday (except April & Dec) | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET | Jan 6, 2026 | Register for 2026 |
| Seminar-Style | Fostering Mindful Change (FMC) | Tuesdays | Every 2nd Tuesday (except Jan & one summer month) | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET | Jan 20, 2026 | Register for 2026 |
Our courses include information and perspectives on ADHD and other neurodivergence, regardless of whether those terms are included in the title of the course. In particular, FMC and CIA are designed for experienced coaches who are deeply committed to, and involved in, coaching clients with ADHD. If you have questions about whether or not our seminar courses are a good fit for you and your educational goals, please contact us or schedule a conversation with our Director of Education, Sara Skillen.
Advanced Specialty Training Courses 2026
| Category | Course Name | Weekday | Dates | Time | Register By | Enroll |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specialty | Advanced Ethics & Boundaries | Wednesdays | July 8, 15, & 22, 2026 | 2:30 - 4:00 pm ET | July 1, 2026 | Coming soon! |
| Specialty | Body-Based Coaching (BoBC) | Thursdays | May 21 - June 25, 2026 | 2:30 - 4:00 pm ET | May 7, 2026 | Register for Summer 2026 |
| Specialty | Graduate Book Analysis (GBA) | Fridays | July 31 - Sept 4, 2026 | 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm ET | July 17, 2026 | Register for Summer 2026 |
| Specialty | Identity Module | Tuesday | Intro class Sept 22, 2026 | 4:30 - 5:30 pm ET | Sept 8, 2026 | Coming soon! |
| Specialty | Independent Project | Contact Sara Skillen directly to register |
Our courses include information and perspectives on ADHD and other neurodivergence, regardless of whether those terms are included in the title of the course. If you have questions about whether or not our specialty courses are a good fit for you and your educational goals, please contact us or schedule a conversation with our Director of Education, Sara Skillen.
Adv Electives Schedule 2026
| Category | Course Name | Weekday | Dates | Time | Register By | Enroll |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elective | Cultivating Coaching Courage (CCC) | Tuesdays Tuesdays | Feb 3 - March 10, 2026 Aug 25 - Sept 29, 2026 | 11:00 am - 12:30 pm ET 6:00 - 7:30 pm ET | Jan 20, 2026 Aug 11, 2026 | Register for Spring 2026 Fall 2026 |
Our Advanced Elective courses provide additional deep learning for those needing core competency hours, or just to have greater exposure to a variety of topics that support coaching excellence. Our electives are frequently inspired by student questions or comments within our other advanced courses and webinars, and therefore are presented differently in different years according to interest and latest industry updates and information. Please check back often to learn what new and inspiring topics we'll be covering.
If you have questions about whether you have the necessary background, training, or prerequisites for a course, please contact us or schedule a conversation with our Director of Education, Sara Skillen.
Full Schedule of Advanced Training Courses 2026
| Category | Course Name | Weekday | Dates | Time | Register By | Enroll |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADHD | ADHD Education (AE) | Thursdays | Jan 22 - Feb 26, 2026 | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm ET | Jan 7, 2026 | Register for Winter 2026 |
| ADHD | Coaching the ADHD Client (CAC) | Mondays | Aug 31, Sept 14 & 28, Oct 12 & 26, & Nov 9, 2026 | 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm ET | Aug 16, 2026 | Register for Fall 2026 |
| ADHD | Distinguishing ADHD Coaching (DAC) | Mondays | Oct 5 & 19, Nov 2, 16, & 30, 2026 | 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm ET | Sept 21, 2026 | Register for Fall 2026 |
| ADHD | Neurodiversity Support & Advocacy (NSA) | Thursdays | July 9, 16, 30 & August 6, 20, 27, 2026 | 11:00 am - 12:45 pm ET OR 3:00 - 4:45 pm ET | June 18, 2026 | Register for Summer 2026 |
| Productivity | Holistic Time Coaching (HTC) | Wednesdays | Oct 7 - Nov 11, 2026 | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm ET | Sept 23, 2026 | Register for Fall 2026 |
| Productivity | Productivity Coaching (PC) | Wednesdays | April 22 - May 27, 2026 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET | April 8, 2026 | Register for Spring 2026 |
| Leadership | Coaching Effective Leaders (CEL) | Tuesdays | June 23 - July 28, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm ET | June 9, 2026 | Register for Summer 2026 |
| Leadership | Coaching Neurodivergent Leaders | Thursdays | April 16 - May 14, 2026 | 3:00 - 4:30 pm ET | April 2, 2026 | Register for Spring 2026 |
| Seminar-Style | Style Coaching in Action (CIA) | 3rd Tuesdays | Year Round (skip April & Dec) | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET | Jan 6, 2026 | Register for 2026 |
| Seminar-Style | Fostering Mindful Change (FMC) | 2nd Tuesdays | Year Round (skip Jan & one summer month) | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET | Jan 20, 2026 | Register for 2026 |
| Specialty | Advanced Ethics & Boundaries | Wednesdays | July 8, 15, & 22, 2026 | 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm ET | July 1, 2026 | Coming soon! |
| Specialty | Body-Based Coaching (BoBC) | Thursdays | May 21 - June 25, 2026 | 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm ET | May 7, 2026 | Register for Summer 2026 |
| Specialty | Graduate Book Analysis (GBA) | Fridays | July 31 - Sept 4, 2026 | 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm ET | July 17, 2026 | Register for Summer 2026 |
| Specialty | Identity Module | Tuesday | Intro class Sept 22, 2026 | 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm ET | Sept 8, 2026 | Coming soon! |
| Specialty | Independent Project | Contact Sara Skillen directly to register | ||||
| Elective | Cultivating Coaching Courage (CCC) | Tuesdays (Winter) Tuesdays (Summer) | Feb 3 - March 10, 2026 Aug 25 - Sept 29, 2026 | 11:00 am - 12:30 pm ET 6:00 - 7:30 pm ET | Jan 20, 2026 Aug 11, 2026 | Register for Spring 2026 Register for Fall 2026 |
Learn From the Best in the Field
Our instructors bring proven experience and expertise in coaching, productivity, and understanding neurodiversity, ensuring that you receive industry best training. Your Coaching the ADHD Client trainers are committed to teaching the skills that set our students apart; ensuring that every lesson is grounded in practical, real-world insights; and providing unwavering support to help you build a fulfilling coaching career.
Cameron Gott, PCC
Co-Founder & Curriculum Designer
Cameron Gott
Cam is the co-founder of Coach Approach Training Institute (CAT Institute). Collaborating closely with Denslow Brown, he has played a central role in developing the curriculum and supervising new faculty members. Cameron is the primary architect of several core models used throughout the CAT curriculum.
Diane Thomson, PCC, CAPC
Trainer
Diane Thomson
Diane is a seasoned coach and trainer with a strong background in both professional organizing and mental health. She is a 2013 graduate of the Coach Approach Training Foundation Program and has earned certifications as a Certified Organizer Coaching (2014), Certified ADHD Productivity Coaching (2020, 2024), and Professional Certified Coach (ICF).
Trainers & Staff
Our Team
Testimonials
Success Stories from Our Students
Hear from students who’ve transformed their careers and clients’ lives through Coach Approach Training Institute’s Coaching the ADHD Client class.
