Executive Function Coaching

Executive Function Coaching for Teens & Young Adults

At MCA, we provide comprehensive executive function (EF) coaching for teens and young adults in the DC metro area. Whether as part of a mental health treatment plan or as a standalone service, our EF coaches help students develop, strengthen, and master the key executive function skills essential for academic achievement, social confidence, and long-term success.

What Are Executive Function Skills?

Executive function skills are the mental processes that drive organization, problem-solving, emotional regulation, and goal achievement. However, EF skills aren’t just about academic achievment, they play a crucial role in mood stability, decision-making, and social success for children and adults.

• Mood & Emotional Regulation: Strong EF skills help individuals manage stress, frustration, and emotional ups and downs, reducing anxiety and impulsivity.

• Decision-Making: The ability to weigh options, plan ahead, and think critically is rooted in executive function, leading to better life choices and problem-solving abilities.

• Social Success: Good EF skills enhance self-awareness, communication, and conflict resolution, making it easier to build and maintain friendships and navigate social situations with confidence.

How We Support Students

Our expert coaches provide personalized strategies and supports to teach students how to build lasting habits and confidence to successfully navigate school, friendships, and responsibilities.

Students learn skills and strategies to excel at:

Time management & organization
Task initiation & follow-through
Focus & sustained attention
Emotional regulation & resilience
Goal setting & problem-solving
Study skills & test prep
Flexible thinking & adaptability
Social skills & self-advocacy
Impulse control & stress management

In addition to coaching, we offer evidence-based assessments for ADHD and executive function deficits. Our comprehensive evaluations provide teens and young adults with a clear understanding of their strengths and challenges, along with practical strategies to manage and overcome them. With this insight, students can develop a personalized roadmap to success—both in school and in life.

Why Choose MCA?

We are the only mental health practice in the DC metro area that fully integrates intensive and outpatient mental health treatment with executive function coaching. Whether you or your child faces challenges with ADHD, anxiety, depression, or academic difficulties, our holistic approach provides personalized, timely support to foster growth, confidence, and lasting success.

Flexible Coaching Options: In-person & virtual sessions
Experienced & Compassionate Coaches
Science-Backed, Results-Driven Approach