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Executive Function Coaching in Washington D.C.
Unlock Success in School, Work, and Life with Personalized Coaching
Struggling with organization, time management, or focus?
Whether you're a student balancing coursework at one of D.C.’s prestigious universities or a professional navigating the demands of government, law, or business, our executive function coaching provides the skills and strategies you need to succeed.
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What is Executive Function Coaching?
Executive function skills are essential for managing daily responsibilities, setting goals, and following through on tasks. Our Washington D.C.-based coaching programs help individuals strengthen these skills to boost academic performance, career success, and personal growth.
Goal-Setting
Assisting with setting realistic and attainable goals – this sets the target we work towards together!
Metacognition
Understanding how your brain works, ensuring strategies developed are tailored to you.
Teaching and Development of Strategies
Explicitly teaching skills and strategies, while also helping you develop your own.
Problem Solving
Utilizing our RISE model, we help you adapt strategies until they work effectively.
Accountability
Ensuring that you not only know what to do but also consistently apply these strategies.
Core Cognitive Skills We Strengthen
Key Executive Functions We Focus On
Our coaching services target essential cognitive skills to enhance your personal and professional growth.
Metacognition
Understanding how your brain works best.
Inhibitory Controls
Managing impulses and staying focused.
Self-Monitoring
Reflecting on and adjusting actions.
Working Memory
Holding and using information in mind.
Goal Setting
Defining and committing to objectives.
Cognitive Flexibility
Adapting to new situations and perspectives.
Goal-Directed Persistence
Sustaining effort towards goals.
Planning
Mapping out what needs to be done.
Prioritizing
Deciding the order to do things efficiently.
Task Initiation
Starting tasks promptly.
Time Management
Allocating time effectively.
Organization
Keeping track of materials and thoughts.
Shifting
Transitioning smoothly between tasks.
Support for Everyone
Who Can Benefit
High School and College Students
Students
Adults and Professionals
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Adults and Professionals
Professionals in government, law, policy, consulting, and advocacy who struggle with organization, efficiency, and work-life balance & Adults navigating career transitions, promotions, or the demands of high-pressure workplaces.
Tailored Coaching for Every Age
How We Help:
Personalized Coaching for Every Need
For Students: Academic & College Success
Washington, D.C. students face competitive academic environments and demanding schedules. Our coaching supports:
- Time Management & Study Strategies – Learn to balance assignments, tests, and activities effectively.
- Task Prioritization & Organization – Develop systems to stay on top of coursework and deadlines.
- Self-Advocacy & Campus Navigation – Gain confidence in communicating with professors and using academic resources.
- Focus & Test-Taking Skills – Reduce stress and improve performance on exams like the SAT, ACT, or college midterms.
For Adults & Professionals: Career Growth & Productivity
D.C. is a fast-paced city where efficiency is key. Our coaching helps professionals:
- Project & Workflow Management – Improve planning, prioritization, and execution of tasks.
- Work-Life Balance & Stress Management – Avoid burnout while maintaining high performance.
- Communication & Leadership Development – Strengthen workplace collaboration and executive presence.
- Career Transitions & Professional Growth – Navigate job changes, promotions, and leadership roles with confidence.
How Can an Executive Function Coach Help You Specifically
We follow a proven process to tailor our executive function coaching to your needs:
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Consultation Process
Identify individual goals and challenges. We help pinpoint which executive functions impact your success.
02
Coach Matching
Match you with a coach based on your needs and goals, considering factors like compatibility and expertise.
03
Real World Applications
Adapt support to your current responsibilities, prioritizing the most important tasks.
04
Accountability and Maintenance
Keep you on track and ensure persistence towards goals, even when they’re challenging.
05
Personally Designed Coaching Schedules
Offer flexible coaching schedules, including brief sessions and text check-ins to suit your needs.
06
Proven Approaches
Use of our RASP and RISE models to tackle individual challenges and promote growth.
07
Pedagogy
Implement Explicit Instruction and Cognitive Modeling to develop effective skills and strategies.
Why Choose New Frontiers for Executive Function Coaching in Washington D.C.
Customized Approach
Each coaching plan is tailored to meet your unique needs and goals.
Flexible Scheduling
Sessions are available virtually, accommodating busy schedules.
Proven Strategies
Our coaching approach is rooted in structured methodologies like RISE (Recognize Problems, Identify Strategies, Strategy Implementation, and Evaluate Effectiveness) to ensure real progress.
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Take Control of Your Success
Whether you’re a student, a professional, or a parent seeking support for your child, our Washington, D.C.-based executive function coaching can help.
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