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Frequently Asked
Questions (FAQs)
About AD/HD Coaching
Should a AD/HD coach be certified?
Currently, AD/HD Coaches are not certified specifically. Most coaches go
through training programs to   receive their certification through a "Life or
Personal Coaching" program. AD/HD Coaches are working closely with the
International Coaching Federation to bring AD/HD Coaching to the forefront
and formal recognition. A number of AD/HD programs are provided to coaches by
schools and national organizations (CHADD and ADDA) which provide wonderful
training. Most AD/HD Coaches train throughout the year to stay on top of the
latest techniques.
How do you keep your skills
up-to-date? Coach Lisa is a Member of
the Institute Development and Core Competencies committees are establishing the
mission of Institute for the Advancement of AD/HD Coaching (IAAC). The mission
of the IAAC is to advance the field of AD/HD coaching through the development
and delivery of credentialing and certification for AD/HD coaches worldwide, in
pursuit of excellence in our profession.
Can a family member or friend coach me?
Once a client takes the necessary steps to come to coaching, it may be their
first realization of accepting the diagnosis of AD/HD. It may be a time of
personal "self-discovery" that they may not feel comfortable sharing with
loved ones. Some of the very issues that they want to address may involve
their loved ones or friends that want to coach the individual.
An AD/HD Coach can be a "safe" and non-judgmental person in the client's
life. They do not come into the coaching with an agenda for the client. The
Coach is in a position to offer 100% support to the client and can provide
advice if need be, but it's the client that has control of the sessions. A
family member or friend may have an unconscious or subconscious desire that
can influence and interfere with effective coaching. The coach is a neutral
support system.
If you have questions
about Life Coaching, visit my speciality page on this topic.
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