Helping Students Build the Executive Function Skills They Need to Thrive
Personalized executive function coaching for middle school, high school, and college students, as well as young adults who struggle with procrastination, organization, time management, planning, and follow-through.
Through individualized weekly coaching, I help students build confidence, independence, and the practical skills they need to succeed in school, college, and beyond.
For more than 20 years, I've had the privilege of supporting students through every stage of their educational journey. Those experiences have reinforced one belief: with the right support, strategies, and encouragement, every student can build the skills needed to become more confident, independent, and successful.
Do you or your child …
Feel disorganized
Late or missed assignments, not turning in completed assignments, or frequently forgetting things at home or school
Have trouble managing time
Procrastinating on starting homework, studying, or scheduling their day
Feel unmotivated or out of control
Overwhelmed or not able to set and achieve goals
Feel totally stressed out!
Causing tension in your family or unhappiness in you or your child
But the good news…!
Executive function skills can be taught and strengthened. With practical strategies and consistent support, students can build greater independence, confidence, and a renewed sense of capability in school and beyond.
1. Complimentary Inquiry Meeting
The inquiry meeting is an opportunity for me to learn more about the transformation you would like to see occur while working with an executive functioning coach, as well as an opportunity for me to share more about the process to support your goals.
2. Sign-up/
Assessment
I will evaluate your student's current executive function needs and determine coaching goals.
3. Weekly Executive Function Coaching
During weekly executive function coaching sessions, I will foster a collaborative environment tailored directly to your needs, putting you in the best position to strengthen your executive functioning skills.
4. Family Team Meeting
The family team meeting is an opportunity for all of the key stakeholders on your student's team to engage in a process celebrating your wins (or micro-wins), identify new goals, and establish a timeline.
5. Phase out
During the gradual phase out process, I focus on helping students independently implement their new executive function skills. This way, despite a decreased level of support, students have the tools necessary to succeed on their own.
Testimonials
“I worked closely with Meaghan during her time in Admissions in our Program for Advancement of Learning (PAL). She reviewed applications and interviewed prospective students to assess college readiness and program fit. Meaghan has a strong understanding of neurological profiles, executive functioning skills, and the real demands of college learning. Her ability to translate assessment data into meaningful, practical support makes her an excellent executive function coach.
Meaghan is thoughtful, organized, and deeply student-centered. I trust her completely to support any student struggling with organization, time management, or academic anxiety.”
— Dr. Nicole Parsons, Co-Director, Associate Professor, Program for Advancement of Learning (PAL), Curry College
“Meaghan maintains a level of professionalism when dealing with students and families yet has a warm and compassionate demeanor. Families have mentioned that they enjoyed meeting with Meaghan and felt so reassured.”
— Tish Pieper, Assistant Coordinator, Program for Advancement of Learning (PAL), Curry College
“One of Meaghan’s many talents is her ability to connect with people. She has a friendly and caring demeanor, which makes everyone feel at ease around her.””
— Jessica Burke, M.A.T/M. Ed., Assistive Technology Coordinator, Program for Advancement of Learning, (PAL), Curry College
Meaghan Peterson, M. Ed.,
Certified Executive Function Coach
Meet Your Coach
I'm a Certified Executive Function Coach and the founder of On the Ball Coaching. I help middle school, high school, college students, and young adults build the executive function skills they need to become more confident, organized, independent, and successful. For more than 20 years, I've had the privilege of supporting students through every stage of their educational journey. Those experiences have reinforced my belief that executive function skills can be taught—and that with the right support, practical strategies, and encouragement, every student can become more confident, independent, and successful. Executive function challenges can affect every aspect of a student's life from homework and time management to confidence, motivation, family relationships, and a student's belief in their own abilities. Through personalized, strengths-based coaching, I help students develop practical strategies they can immediately apply in their everyday lives, creating habits and systems that lead to lasting independence. Whether your student is struggling to stay organized, preparing for college, or developing greater independence, my goal is simple: to help them build the confidence, habits, and strategies they need to thrive in school, in college, and beyond.
