Executive Functions Coaching Academy

Hello inspiring humans, I am Kinyatta. I have three very active children, ages 13, 11 and 7. I attended Seattle Pacific University, where I received both an academic and athletic scholarship, in Track and Field. I continued my education and running career at the University of Washington where I earned my BA in Sociology. During my career, I discovered that I have a love and passion for helping youth become more independent, organized and problem-solving thinkers. As an EF Specialist my goal is to engage my students both personally and academically, in a non-judgmental setting. One of my strengths is meeting students where they are. I want them to know that I am here to motivate them to learn the tools necessary to see success within themselves, because with success comes confidence. When a student begins to gain confidence they are more willing to implement new strategies and techniques to launch them forward in school and in life. As a former collegiate student-athlete, I find joy in working with students who are struggling to find the balance of extra-curricular activities, sports and school. Teaching students the tips and tricks to be successful on and off the field. My ideal client would have a family who is willing to participate in this process, is flexible and open to feedback. I love being able to partner with the family in order to help keep all of us accountable in supporting the student. My goal is to see school no longer be a negative part of your child/parent relationship. I specialize in working with students who have ADHD, have trouble with regulating emotions, struggle with self-advocacy, time management, task chunking and other EF skills. My current clients are 6th-9th grade, college or transitioning out, as well as parents seeking support. As a certified S.E.N.G. facilitator, I also offer support groups for parents and caregivers who find themselves struggling with the challenges of raising a neurodiverse and/or 2e student. One the weekends you can find me on the soccer field, being the stereotypical soccer mom! I look forward to meeting you and helping your students reach their potential, by encouraging them to believe in themselves!

My name is Lindsay, and having ADHD myself, I am passionate about education and executive functioning skills. I earned two teaching credentials (multiple subject and Special Education) and a Masters Degree in Special Education. My BA is in Psychology, and I’m a proud UC Berkeley alum! Before joining the EFS team, I was the manager and instructor of the College to Career Program, a comprehensive higher education program for students with Intellectual Disabilities and/or Autism at Santa Rosa Junior College in Santa Rosa. Before working at SRJC, I was a substitute teacher for Charter Schools in the San Francisco Bay Area, a math and transition teacher at a residential and high school program in Northern California, a grant writer and consultant, and a project manager for a community center in Northern California. My pedagogy is rooted in supporting students in finding joy in learning and becoming lifelong learners, without shame or judgment. My approach to education is to meet students where they are, and to work collaboratively with family and other key stakeholders to support students in reaching their goals. I specialize in working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD, and in teaching emotional regulation strategies. One of my strengths is showing students that they are unconditionally supported, and that their perspective is unique and valuable. My passion for education lies in supporting students to find confidence in themselves through learning, and supporting students in growing through education. In my free time I enjoy cross stitching, houseplants, hiking, hanging out with my two dogs, and spending time with my family.