Our Coaches

I hold a Bachelor’s degree from Rowan University and a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology from Bowie University. My career began at the ARC of Cape May County, New Jersey. I opened and managed residential homes for teens and adults. Until March of 2016,  I was the Research Coordinator for the Prematurity’s Effects on Toddlers, Infants, and Teens Study, known as PETIT. This was a longitudinal study being conducted in Northern Virginia through Inova  Children’s Hospital and Fairfax Neonatal Associates. I had worked with this study since 2008 under the direction of Ida Sue Baron, PhD. Among many roles, I administered neuropsychological tests to children ages three, six, and nine and also supervised students from local universities in their  administration of neuropsychological assessments to children that participated in the study.
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I’m a Graduate of JST Coaching in Coaching Children with ADHD and Coaching Teens and College Students with ADHD.  With a diverse background in counseling, individuals with and without disabilities, neuropsychological assessment, and coaching; I bring an unique skill set to your family; especially in coaching of younger children. I also participate on the ACO (ADHD Coaches Organization) Program’s Committee. 

My firsthand family experience, observations, and desire to help individuals overcome and succeed has led me to coaching. I’m a mom of four children, two of whom have ADHD, one with Tourette’s.

​I became certified as a life/ADHD coach, and a graduate of JST Coaching & Training. For the past three years, I have worked with children, teens and adults with Executive Functioning challenges, Learning Disabilities and ADHD, as well as individuals in the criminal justice system.

My mission is to help challenged individuals build strategies, develop techniques, and utilize tools so they may find their path, enjoy their potential and dare to shine!

Memberships: International Coaching Federation (ICF), Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) & Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)

“I feel like we have our daughter back!! Words cannot express how grateful we are for all the support and guidance you have provided her over the past school year. I can say for certain she is in a much different and better place because of you. You truly have a gift for helping people!” – Student Parent

After working for several years in the public school setting, I was able to get a thorough understanding of how ADHD/Executive Function Disorders affect individuals in the school setting. I spent much of my time observing and also researching how to best help/accommodate those individuals. I have also spent the past four years earning my bachelors degree in Mental Health Counseling, while gaining immense experience by working with students who have these challenges.

My passion for helping students that face ADHD/Executive Function Disorder difficulties has grown so strongly, which is why I decided to dedicate my life to becoming a coach. Coaches are able to provide individuals with the skill sets needed to succeed not only academically, but in their day-to-day lives, and the reality is that these skills are not being taught in school.  

My number one goal is to ensure that individuals that face these challenges are given the resources and proper skill sets to combat any obstacles that come in their way. I look forward to working with you or your child! 

“I just want you know how awesome Giovanna is – when making new fun things, like sticker charts, for our son, she takes extra time to also make some for his sister. We really appreciate her!”

“Giovanna has been truly exceptional in helping our 9 year-old son to improve his executive functioning skills. She has been patient and supportive throughout all the coaching sessions. Giovanna has taken the time to get to know our son, his weaknesses and strengths. She has taken what she has learned about him and has discovered ways to improve his focus and organization through checklists and has also shown him techniques to improve his willingness to be flexible. We really appreciate everything she has done.”

My first experience working with students with Executive Function challenges was through interning while earning my BA in Psychology with a concentration in mental health.

Through my experience I saw  how important coaching was in supporting not just kids, but families, as they navigate their daily lives. I have since become a Trained Executive Function and Academic Coach.

I am passionate about helping students assess their strengths, reach their learing goals, and feel a sense of empowerment doing so. I firmly believe no student should be left to struggle, and with the right tools anyone can achieve what they set out to do. As coaches we are there to help individuals not just survive, but thrive, at home and in school.