Embrace Your Strengths, Embody Your Potential
Success and Well-being Coaching for Bright, Empathic Adults and Teens with ADHD
Hi, I'm Stefan.
I help people with ADHD thrive mentally, physically, and spiritually.
If you’re ready to:
Live with more intention, meaning, and joy
Understand and work WITH, not against your brain
Reclaim your time and energy for what lights you up
Navigate challenges with regulation, flexibility, and self-trust
Handle your obligations calmly and confidently
How Can I Help You Grow?
EXECUTIVE FUNCTION & WELL-BEING COACHING
"Words really cannot describe how incredibly skillful you are as a mentor and coach. I have truly evolved and learned so much in what would take others lifetimes to figure out. Your clients are so lucky to have you. You've helped me blossom through the muddiest of times in my personal and professional life. 'No mud, no lotus.' I simply would not be where I am today without your enduring grace, patience, gentle accountability, loving kindness, attentiveness, sensitivity, and readiness to support and encourage me to explore my potential through all the ups and downs."
EDUCATIONAL THERAPY AND TUTORING IN MATH
"Stefan embraces all that makes a great teacher! Right from the start, he created a safe learning environment that allowed my son to make mistakes without judgment. After each session with Stefan, my son became more confident in his math abilities and more willing to try even when frustrated. Stefan is extremely patient and has had the ability to have my son think through the math not just figure out the answer--which is really what math is all about. Stefan is a true master of his craft!"
“Before working with Stefan, I thought I had good time-management tools, but I quickly realized there was much more to learn. Through executive functioning coaching, I discovered how to focus when needed while creating intentional space for relationships, free time, and activities I truly enjoy—without guilt. Stefan’s thoughtful questions helped me identify what energizes me versus what drains me, and his encouragement and follow-ups showed how much he cares. I now cherish the balance I’ve created and highly recommend Stefan to anyone looking to reduce stress and build personalized, effective strategies.”
A little more about me…
My mission is to help bright, out-of-the-box people find their personal version of success.
My 15-year career has spanned the intersection of education and mental health supporting teens and adults with complex profiles as a teacher, case manager, tutor, educational therapist, and coach.
My philosophy is to never lose sight of the human at the center of it all, and the humanity in the struggle. People do the best they can with what they have. Once they have the agency, skills and resources they need, they’ll do amazing things.
This work is deeply personal for me. Having struggled with undiagnosed ADHD until my mid 30’s, I know the feeling of chaos, self-judgement, inconsistency, and constant catch-up that can become life’s default state. I know what it’s like to burn out so hard my entire body shut down. I also know the hope and reawakening that came from embracing and understanding my ADHD, leaning on my community, and redesigning my life to better align with my strengths. It’s hard work, but it’s some of the most important work someone can do. Now I’m driven to help other people navigate their ADHD journey.
Outside of work, I find joy in spending time with my loved ones, being in nature, biking, traveling, gardening, learning, going to concerts, and making friends with other people’s dogs (don’t tell the guy on the left I’m actually a cat person).
Professional Qualifications
15 years of experience working with students with complex learning profiles
10 years of teaching and coaching experience
National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC)
Professional Level Educational Therapist (ET/P)
CA Credentialed Special Education Teacher (Mild/Moderate, Added Autism Certification)
BA in Psychology from McGill University
8 years of IEP case-management experience
Extensive education and training in executive function. Sarah Ward is my favorite!
Ongoing study groups and self-study to learn and maintain best practices
BrainFrames: visual tools that organize language
Over 500 hours of Making Math Real* course work:
Overview
The 9 Lines (twice)
Games
The 4 Operations and 400 Math Facts
Fractions, Decimals, Advanced Place Value
Pre-Algebra
Algebra 1
Geometry (through high school)
Algebra 2
* Stefan Oste, in utilizing Making Math Real® (MMR®) methods, is in no way affiliated with, a member of, or employed by the Making Math Real Institute (MMRI), and does not represent or reflect MMR® or David Berg in any way whatsoever. Neither the MMRI nor David Berg has trained, certified, licensed, monitored, endorsed, recommended, or sponsored Stefan. MMR® is a clinical methodology, not a program or a curriculum, and neither the MMRI nor David Berg monitors, endorses, or accounts for the quality of services provided by Stefan Oste.