Missed deadlines. Meltdowns over homework. Falling behind and staying there.
I help neurodivergent students break the cycle for good.
College isn't just about showing up; it's about keeping up.
I help students build the systems they need to manage the demands of college with less overwhelm and more independence.
As a CU Boulder alumna with a learning disability myself, I know firsthand what it takes to make it to graduation, and I built Pathway to Independence to make that path easier for the students who come after me.
With years of experience supporting students with ADHD, autism, and learning differences, I don't just coach I build custom systems that work with your brain, not against it. You'll get personalized 1:1 coaching from an executive function professional who understands neurodivergence from both sides of the desk.
What Buffs are saying
“I just wanted to say that I’m feeling a little nervous about school, and I truly couldn’t do this without you. The support you provide with scheduling and executive functioning helps ease my anxiety and makes everything feel so much more manageable. I really want you to know how much I appreciate everything you do. Your support and patience never go unnoticed and I’m incredibly grateful for all of it. Thank you for everything.”
— Current Client, CU Junior “I have never had a teacher or tutor who explains things to me the way you do. For the first time in school I do not feel stupid or ashamed of how my brain works”
— Current Client, CU Sophomore “Working with you in book club was actually fun. That was the first time I actually finished a book since probably middle school. I have never enjoyed reading and just thought I was bad at it before working with you.”
— Current Client, CU Junior “Thank you for understanding that I need music while I work. Appreciate that my coach can play bangers and help me turn in my homework on time.”
— Former Client, CU Freshman “Sydni, thank you so much for everything you do for my son. I was so nervous he was not going to pass this semester and would ask me to drop out. I can not say enough how much I appreciate that you understand the emotions and education behind our students with executive function struggles. I do not know what we would do without you!”
— Current Client, CU Parent "I was told my student needs executive function coaching
but what does that actually mean?"
Executive function is a broad neuroscience term, but in practice it comes down to eight core skills:
Task initiation — starting something (and following it through to completion), instead of bouncing between half-finished tasks
Time management
Organization
Sequencing — knowing what order things need to happen in
Emotional regulation
Impulse Control
Working Memory
Problem Solving and Planning
What does that actually look like for a student?
It's zoning out in a big lecture, unsure what's even worth writing down or trying to transcribe every word because nothing feels safe to skip. It's a deadline arriving as a surprise, followed by stress and a familiar wave of shame. It's time blindness genuinely not knowing how long something will take, so everything gets done the night before, running on adrenaline and anxiety just to get started. It's falling behind, then falling further behind because the sheer size of "catching up" makes it hard to know where to even begin.
If any of that sounds familiar, that's exactly what coaching is built to address not through more willpower, but through systems that work with your student's brain instead of against it.
Real Results. Real Support.
With years of experience supporting students with ADHD, Autism, and learning differences, I don’t just teach I build custom tools that actually work for your brain. At Pathway to Independence, you’ll get personalized 1:1 coaching from an executive function expert who understands neurodivergence, not someone handing you a one-size-fits-all plan from a YouTube video.
Most students begin coaching with a GPA below a 3.0.
Some are on academic probation; others are recovering from a tough semester. With consistent support, they build systems that stick, raise their grades, and reclaim their confidence.
After one semester, most students maintain a B average or higher even those who started on probation.
80% of families renew after their first coaching term because they see real change.
If your student is struggling without the structure of an IEP or 504 plan, I fill that gap with customized, neurodivergent-affirming support.
Curious if coaching is a fit for you or your student? Book a free 45-minute consultation.
Curious if coaching is a fit for you or your student? Book a free 45-minute consultation.
How I support your Student
Executive Function Skills Coaching
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Executive Function Coaching
At Pathway to Independence, we help neurodiverse young adults develop executive function skills that integrate into all areas of life not just academics. Our coaching empowers individuals to manage time, set goals, and stay organized, whether navigating college, work, or daily responsibilities.
A personalized system to manage time, energy, and assignments so you don’t burn out.
Visual tools and reminders to stay on top of deadlines without stress and panic.
Strategies to tackle perfectionism and start tasks even when they feel overwhelming.
Routines that match your brain, not a generic schedule from a productivity blog.
The confidence to actually finish what you start and feel proud of your progress.
At Pathway to Independence, we help neurodivergent students go from:
“I’ll do it later” → to “It’s already done”
Missed deadlines → to “I’m finally ahead for once”
Constant burnout → to “I can breathe again”
Academic Coaching
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For students who need help managing the day-to-day: assignments, deadlines, and staying on track.
Breaking down rubrics and assignment instructions so nothing gets lost in translation
Building organizational systems so work gets turned in on time, every time
Advocating professionally for extensions when they're genuinely needed
Developing real critical-thinking skills, not AI shortcuts
Beyond the Classroom
Study Abroad Prep: I help students stay ahead of application deadlines, follow through on requirements, and choose classes that keep them on track for graduation while they're planning a semester away.
Advocacy & Accommodations I work directly with CU's Disabilities Office alongside you and your student to advocate for the accommodations they need and the support they're entitled to. I also coach students to advocate for themselves with professors and TAs, a skill that outlasts any single class. With enough notice, I'm also happy to write a letter of recommendation for students I've worked closely with.
Summer Support The transition back to school is easier when executive function skills don't take the summer off. I offer virtual check-ins, support for summer classes, help exploring internships, and guidance on applications for certifications, scholarships, or grad school.
Built for CU Buffs
As a CU Boulder alumna, I know the Buff Portal, the registration scramble, and the overwhelm of picking the right classes and professors firsthand. I help students choose classes that match their strengths and their learning style, and I break down credits and degree audits in a way that actually makes sense, so graduation timelines stay realistic, not stressful.
Need more support during midterms or finals? I'm available for extra sessions during high-stress stretches of the semester to help with study strategies and academic triage when it matters most.
Executive Function Isn't Just for School
Executive function skills aren't just academic tools; they're something everyone relies on, student or not, neurodivergent or not. Even something like a cluttered living space can quietly keep a student overwhelmed and stuck in fight-or-flight, making it harder to focus on anything else. The same goes for skipped meals or no real meal prep routine, which can leave a student running on empty before the day even starts. My approach supports your student as a whole person, which sometimes means building the skills behind bigger independence milestones: moving out for the first time, career exploration, networking, resume building, or interview prep, alongside academic work. Every coaching agreement is built around the individual, because every student's path to independence looks different.
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Ready to Get Started?
Curious if coaching is the right fit for your student? Book a free 45-minute consultation no pressure, just a conversation about your student's goals and how I can help.