ADHD coaching was added to accommodations offered at Messiah College in Fall of 2003. A trained coach works collaboratively with the student on:

• Schedules and plans
• Setting goals
• Overcoming procrastination
• Setting structures for organization of time and materials
• Time management
• Maintaining priorities
• Providing accountability and encouragement

A Team Approach
The student and the coach work as a team to identify areas where the student is struggling and to develop strategies to succeed. It is a very student-driven process. The student's need should direct the discussion and the strategies that will be implemented for improved performance.  The student's motivation to succeed is essential to the process.

The Role of Coach
The coach can act as a "sounding board" to focus the student's thoughts to work towards solutions that will help the student overcome obstacles.. The coach provides the necessary structure, accountability, and support that can help the student with ADHD succeed. The coach typically meets with the student on a weekly basis for 20-30 minutes to talk through the past week and the week(s) ahead.

Getting Started
If you think that coaching might help you to better succeed at Messiah College, call the Disability Services Office at (717) 796-5382 to set an appointment to discuss the possibilities.