Concentration and executive-function coaching

Build focus, organisation, and follow-through in real life

We specialise in ADHD and ASD coaching, helping students, adults, professionals, and families build practical systems for concentration, planning, and consistency that work in day-to-day life.

We specialise in ADHD coaching and ASD coaching, with clear next steps for study, work, and home life.

Coach meeting a client at Rikta Coaching
What Coaching Helps With

Why concentration breaks down, and how to rebuild it

Most people are not short on motivation. They are dealing with environments that make attention harder to protect. Coaching turns that pressure into clear routines and manageable systems.

Constant Digital Distraction

The reality: Phones, messages, and app-switching pull attention all day, especially during homework, revision, and independent tasks.

How coaching helps: We build simple focus routines that are realistic for school and home life.

  • Clear start rituals so tasks feel easier to begin.
  • Focus blocks with built-in breaks to reduce mental fatigue.
  • Practical distraction boundaries for devices and study spaces.

Result: Better sustained attention and fewer derailed study sessions.

Overload and Time Pressure

The reality: Deadlines, assignments, social pressure, and competing priorities can overwhelm planning systems.

How coaching helps: We break the week into clear, visible steps that are easier to follow through on.

  • Weekly planning for deadlines, prep, and revision.
  • Priority mapping so important tasks happen earlier.
  • Backup routines for low-energy days.

Result: Less last-minute stress and more consistent progress.

Task Avoidance and Executive Friction

The reality: Knowing what to do is different from getting started, staying with it, and finishing on time.

How coaching helps: We teach repeatable tools for starting, organising, and completing tasks.

  • Task chunking and simple planning frameworks.
  • Visual tracking to make progress easier to see.
  • Weekly accountability with supportive follow-up.

Result: More follow-through and stronger executive-function skills over time.

Daily Coordination Across Life

The reality: Progress is harder when study, work, home expectations, and personal habits are not aligned.

How coaching helps: We create practical plans that connect your weekly demands and personal goals.

  • Clear routines for shifting between contexts and priorities.
  • Family or accountability support where useful.
  • Simple communication structures for consistency.

Result: More stability, less conflict, and better day-to-day momentum.

Clear Positioning

Tutoring vs Coaching: what is the difference?

Tutoring

  • Focuses on subject knowledge and academic performance.
  • Helps with specific assignments, exams, or coursework.
  • Best for short-term learning targets.

Executive-Function Coaching

  • Builds planning, concentration, organisation, and follow-through.
  • Supports routines that transfer across school, home, and work.
  • Best for long-term independence and consistency.

How coaching sessions work in practice

Each session is practical and collaborative. The goal is to make everyday tasks more manageable week by week.

Review the week

We look at what worked, what did not, and where support is needed.

Build the next plan

We create a simple plan for the next 7 days that fits real schedules and energy levels.

Follow through

You leave with clear actions and tools you can use immediately.

Meet your coaches

Qualified, practical, supportive

Philip Lindersten

Philip Lindersten

Executive-Function & Neurodiversity Coach

  • Supports clients with practical ADHD and ASD coaching for daily follow-through.
  • Builds structured routines for planning, emotional regulation, and consistency.
Jonny Baker

Jonny Baker

Executive-Function & Neurodiversity Coach

  • Integrative practitioner with 19 years supporting neurodivergent adults.
  • Focuses on executive functioning, realistic planning, and sustainable routines.
Alice Stern

Alice Stern

Executive-Function & Neurodiversity Coach

  • CPD-accredited ADHD and neurodivergent coach with an MSc in Child Development.
  • Strengths-based support for students, adults, and families.
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about our coaching for focus, organisation, and consistency.

How long are coaching sessions?

Most sessions are 45 minutes. We then include up to 15 minutes for homework planning and next-step structure.

Rikta coaching includes structured homework tailored to each session, so you can apply what you worked on immediately in daily life.

Who are your coaches?

Our coaches are trained professionals with extensive experience supporting children, teens, and adults.

We use practical, evidence-informed coaching methods focused on everyday outcomes.

How is coaching different from tutoring?

Tutoring helps with subject content. Coaching helps with how a person plans, starts, and completes tasks.

Coaching builds long-term skills like concentration, organisation, emotional self-management, and follow-through across settings.

How often do sessions happen?

Most people start with weekly sessions to build momentum and consistency.

Once your routines are stable, we can adjust frequency based on your goals and progress.

Are sessions online or in person?

Most coaching sessions are delivered online, making support accessible wherever you are.

If you have specific requirements, contact us and we will guide you to the best available option.

Do you support children, teens, and adults?

Yes. We support children, teenagers, university students, and adults.

Each plan is adapted to age, context, and goals, including support for families where needed.

Can coaching fit around study, work, or family life?

Yes. Coaching is designed to fit real schedules and energy levels.

We focus on routines, transitions, and planning systems that can be used in day-to-day life.

Can coaching be funded through Access to Work?

Yes, many adult clients use Access to Work funding for ADHD coaching.

We can help you understand what information is needed for applications and reporting.

How do I get started?

Book a free consultation through our contact page.

We will discuss your needs, answer questions, and match you with the right coach.

Clear pricing

Youth & Family: £70 per session

Youth & Family

ADHD Youth Coaching (Ages 4–21)

Digital • 45 min

£70

  • School routines and homework systems that fit attention spans.
  • Home-life structure for mornings, evenings, and transitions.
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Youth & Family

Autism Youth Coaching (Ages 4–21)

Digital • 45 min

£70

  • Social transitions: classroom to playground, school to home.
  • Sensory strategies for noise, crowds, and routine changes.
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Professional & Adult: £90 per session

Adult & Professional Fundable via Access to Work

Adult Executive-Function Coaching (ADHD-informed)

Workplace-focused • Digital • 45 min

£90

  • Overcoming workplace barriers: meetings, emails, deadlines.
  • Executive function support: planning, prioritisation, follow-through.
  • Grant compliance assistance: paperwork, evidence, and AtW updates.
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Book your free consultation

Tell us what you are struggling with, and we will recommend the right next step.

We typically respond within 1-2 business days.