Talk to an ADHD coach who truly understands
Living with ADHD can feel overwhelming, but the right support makes all the difference. At Mindstate Consulting in Chatswood, our ADHD coaching gives you practical strategies, professional guidance and genuine understanding from someone who lives with ADHD himself.
Whether you’re an adult managing the impact of ADHD on work, relationships and daily life, a child or adolescent navigating symptoms, school challenges and personal issues, or a parent supporting your child through it all, Nicholas Jarrett combines his professional expertise with his own lived ADHD experience to help you thrive. Using deep knowledge and insight into the condition, Nicholas helps unlock functioning across all of your environments, home, school, work and beyond.
What Is ADHD Coaching?
ADHD coaching is a structured, goal-oriented methodology designed to help individuals with ADHD develop the practical skills and strategies they need to manage their condition across every area of life. Unlike traditional approaches that focus primarily on understanding why challenges exist, ADHD coaching focuses on what to do about them, turning insight into action.
At Mindstate Consulting, our coaching methodology blends evidence-based coaching techniques with counselling and psychotherapeutic principles. This integrative approach means that each session addresses not only the practical, day-to-day challenges of ADHD, such as organisation, time management and planning but also the emotional and behavioural aspects that often accompany the condition, including anxiety, low self-esteem and difficulties with emotional regulation.
ADHD coaching is a collaborative process. Nicholas works alongside you as a thinking partner, helping you identify patterns in your behaviour, understand how ADHD affects your executive functioning, and build personalised systems that work with your brain rather than against it. This isn’t about forcing neurotypical methods onto a neurodivergent mind. It’s about finding your own path forward.
The coaching process typically involves:
ADHD Coaching from Someone Who Lives It
What makes Mindstate Consulting different from other ADHD coaching services in Sydney is Nicholas Jarrett’s shared lived experience with ADHD. Nicholas was diagnosed with ADHD himself, and he draws on that personal understanding every day in his work with clients.
This isn’t a textbook understanding of ADHD, it’s a genuine, first-hand knowledge of what it feels like to struggle with focus, wrestle with executive functioning, manage emotional dysregulation and navigate a world designed for neurotypical minds. Nicholas knows what it’s like because he’s been there.
That lived experience translates directly into his professional practice. When a client describes the frustration of knowing what they need to do but not being able to make themselves do it, Nicholas doesn’t just empathise, he understands from the inside out. He uses that deep knowledge and insight to help clients unlock functioning across all of their environments, at home, at school, at work and in their relationships. This depth of understanding creates a unique therapeutic relationship built on trust, authenticity and genuine connection.
Nicholas’s qualifications include a Bachelor of Social Science (Major in Psychological Science) and a Master of Arts in Counselling and Psychotherapy from the Australian College of Applied Psychology. He is a registered member of both the Psychotherapy & Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) and the Australian Counselling Association (ACA), ensuring all coaching is delivered within a professional, ethical framework.
Who Is ADHD Coaching For?
ADHD coaching at Mindstate Consulting is available for children, adolescents and adults, whether you have a formal ADHD diagnosis, are waiting for an assessment, or are exploring whether coaching might help you manage attention and executive functioning challenges.
What You Can Expect from ADHD Coaching
ADHD coaching is not a quick fix, it’s a process of building lasting skills and strategies that compound over time. Clients who engage in regular coaching sessions at Mindstate Consulting typically experience meaningful improvements across several areas:
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Practical life management
Stronger organisational skills, more effective time management, better task prioritisation and improved daily planning. Many clients describe a shift from feeling constantly reactive to feeling more in control of their day.
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Clearer goal setting and achievement
The ability to set realistic, meaningful goals and break them into manageable steps. Coaching helps you move past the cycle of ambitious goal setting followed by overwhelm and abandonment.
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Improved problem solving
Developing flexible, adaptive thinking skills that help you navigate unexpected challenges without spiralling. Learning to pause, assess and choose a response rather than reacting impulsively.
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Emotional resilience
Better understanding and management of emotional dysregulation, rejection sensitivity and frustration. Many clients find that as their practical skills improve, their emotional wellbeing follows.
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Stronger relationships
Improved communication, greater understanding of how ADHD affects interpersonal dynamics, and the ability to advocate for your needs within relationships.
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Professional and academic performance
More consistent output at work or school, improved ability to meet deadlines, and greater confidence in your professional capabilities.
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Self-understanding and self-acceptance
Perhaps the most important outcome of all: a deeper understanding of your ADHD and the ability to work with your neurodivergent brain rather than constantly fighting against it.
Pricing and Payment Options
ADHD Coaching Session — $165 per 60-minute session
Mindstate Consulting is committed to making ADHD coaching accessible. We offer multiple payment options to reduce financial barriers:
Private Health Insurance — Nicholas is AHPRA registered and a preferred provider for over 15 health funds. Check with your insurer to confirm your coverage for psychology and counselling services.
We understand that navigating payment options can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re already dealing with the challenges of ADHD. If you’re unsure which funding option is right for you, contact Nicholas directly and he’ll help you work it out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an ADHD diagnosis to access coaching?
No. While many of our clients have a formal ADHD diagnosis, coaching is also available for individuals who are exploring whether they may have ADHD, are waiting for an assessment, or are experiencing attention and executive functioning challenges. If you’d like to pursue a formal diagnosis, we offer comprehensive ADHD assessments. For a full breakdown of the diagnosis process, including costs and what to expect, read our guide to getting an ADHD diagnosis in Australia.
What’s the difference between ADHD coaching and ADHD counselling?
ADHD coaching is primarily goal-oriented and focused on building practical skills, strategies and systems for daily life management. Counselling focuses more on the emotional and psychological aspects of living with ADHD. At Mindstate Consulting, Nicholas’s integrative methodology combines both, so you receive comprehensive support in every session.
How many sessions will I need?
This varies depending on your goals, challenges and stage of ADHD management. Some clients benefit from a focused block of 6–10 sessions, while others prefer ongoing fortnightly sessions for continued support and accountability. Nicholas will work with you to determine the right approach during your initial consultation.
Can you work with my child’s school?
Absolutely. Nicholas regularly collaborates with schools and educators through classroom observations, school symptom assessments, educator training, and the development of individualised support plans. This ensures consistent support between home, school and coaching sessions.
Do you offer online ADHD coaching?
Yes. All coaching sessions are available via telehealth (video call), making ADHD coaching accessible to clients across Sydney, NSW and Australia. Many clients find telehealth sessions just as effective as face-to-face, and they remove the added challenge of travel and time management on session days.
Ready to Take the First Step?
Book a Free 15-Minute Consultation
Living with ADHD doesn’t have to mean struggling alone. Whether you’re looking for support for yourself, your child, or your family — Nicholas is here to help you build the skills, strategies and understanding you need to thrive.
Easy Booking – Arrange your free introductory session quickly and conveniently by either giving us a call on 0426 936 247 or by filling in the online enquiry form.
Immediate Support: Start your path to recovery with no waiting times. Face to face or video/phone options as well as Saturdays & after hours appointments available.
Convenient Chatswood Location: For those who prefer face-to-face appointments, our office is conveniently located in the heart of Chatswood at Suite 201, Level 2, 8 Thomas Street, Chatswood NSW 2067.