Live Happy ADHD Coaching

Welcome.

Are you ready for a change but keep hitting roadblocks?

I can help you move from survival mode to thriving and reconnecting to the joy of life. I help my clients stay on track, create calm, and bring out the best in themselves. I invite you to learn how to enhance the way your unique ADHD brain works, instead of working against it.

Meet your Coach

I used to struggle with exactly the same thing.

Dorsey McFadden currently lives in Richmond with her husband and pets. She earned a double BA degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in Political Science & Communications and International Security Studies & Rhetoric.

In her previous life, Dorsey worked in digital marketing for over 20 years. Now she’s building a career as an ADHD coach, educator, and advocate.

She also cofounded FlexYourADHD.com as a platform with a significant community of adults eager to learn about their ADHD.

As the founder and coach of Live Happy ADHD Coaching, Dorsey is passionate about coaching adults living with ADHD and parents of children with ADHD to help them live happy and healthy lives.

Together, she works with her clients to develop techniques and approaches to better understand how to support themselves and their children.

Dorsey aims to empower those with ADHD to work with their unique brain, not against it.

Meet your Coach

I used to struggle with exactly the same thing.

Dorsey McFadden is a certified ADHD coach, educator, and advocate through training from the ADD Coach Academy (ADDCA), holding credentials from both ADDCA and the Professional Association of ADHD Coaches (PAAC). Based in Richmond, she lives with her husband and pets. With over 20 years of experience in digital marketing, she brings a wealth of strategic insight to her coaching practice. Dorsey holds a double BA from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in Political Science & Communications and International Security Studies & Rhetoric.

As the founder of Live Happy ADHD Coaching and FlexYourADHD.com, Dorsey is passionate about helping adults with ADHD and parents of children with ADHD build happier, more fulfilling lives. She partners with her clients to create personalized strategies that harness the strengths of the ADHD brain, focusing on empowerment, self-understanding, and practical support systems.

Dorsey's mission is simple: to help people stop fighting against their ADHD and start thriving with it.

While there's no magic solution in life, the supportive, practical, concrete, and collaborative process of coaching can help to bridge the gap between where you are right now and where you want to be.

Do any of these sound familiar?

  • difficulty with planning and prioritizing

  • feeling unfulfilled and unsuccessful

  • impaired communication or social skills

  • trouble getting started/lack of initiative

  • difficulty maintaining focus

  • poor self-care (exercising, getting to bed, etc.)

  • difficulty explaining their ADHD to others

  • getting easily distracted and overwhelmed

  • challenges with working memory

  • poor time and energy management

  • lack of organizational skills

  • trouble harnessing motivation and interest

  • impulsivity/lack of inhibition

  • procrastination (sometimes extreme and high stakes)

  • poor communication skills

  • difficulty with planning and prioritizing

  • feeling unfulfilled and unsuccessful

  • impaired communication or social skills

  • trouble getting started/lack of initiative

  • difficulty maintaining focus

  • poor self-care (exercising, getting to bed, etc.)

  • difficulty explaining their ADHD to others

  • getting easily distracted and overwhelmed

  • challenges with working memory

  • poor time and energy management

  • lack of organizational skills

  • trouble harnessing motivation and interest

  • impulsivity/lack of inhibition

  • procrastination (sometimes extreme and high stakes)

  • poor communication skills

What Does Success Look Like?

That depends on the client.

For some it will look like completion of a project while, for others, it may be development of self compassion and self

awareness which enriches all areas of their life.

What Is Coaching?

Coaching is the facilitation of growth and change. A coaching partnership helps close the gap between who you are, what's important to you, and what you're doing. so that you can lead a more satisfying and effective life. Coaches support our client's understanding of their ADHD brain and its related challenges. As well as how it impacts your personal and professional life so that you can utilize practical, realistic strategies to shift from chaos to calm.

What Does Success Look Like?

That depends on the client.

For some it will look like completion of a project while, for others, it may be development of self compassion and self

awareness which enriches all areas of their life.

What Is Coaching?

Coaching is the facilitation of growth and change. A coaching partnership helps close the gap between who you are, what's important to you, and what you're doing. so that you can lead a more satisfying and effective life. Coaches support our client's understanding of their ADHD brain and its related challenges. As well as how it impacts your personal and professional life so that you can utilize practical, realistic strategies to shift from chaos to calm.

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AI Tools for ADHD Brains: Enhancing Productivity and Well-being

AI Tools for ADHD Brains: Enhancing Productivity and Well-being

April 30, 20256 min read

I know that living with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) can present challenges in many aspects of life, including organization, productivity, and personal well-being. We struggle with things like demand avoidance, decision fatigue and analysis paralysis, where the overwhelming number of choices and tasks can lead to difficulty in making decisions and taking action. 

Advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) technology have paved the way for innovative tools designed to support individuals with ADHD. These tools leverage AI algorithms and automation to assist with tasks such as reading, organizing, communication, and decision-making. In this article, we list 31 new AI tools tailored to help individuals with ADHD optimize their daily lives.

Goblin.Tools: You’ll forever thank us for this one. When it comes to ADHD we can have a hard time breaking those bigger projects into bite sized chunks. This AI tool does exactly that – breaking things down so you don’t have to. 

WhisperMemos.com: This one is a favorite for ADHDers who struggle with capturing and organizing thoughts. WhisperMemos.com allows you to record audio memos on your phone and receive them conveniently in your email, making it easier to convert messy thoughts into clear, actionable text.

Suggest.gift: Finding the perfect gift can be a challenge. Suggest.gift uses AI to ask relevant questions and suggest suitable gift options, helping individuals with ADHD find thoughtful presents for their loved ones.

Looria.com: Combat decision fatigue when shopping with Looria.com. This AI-powered tool helps you find the right products by aggregating reviews and conducting research, simplifying the decision-making process and guiding you to the best choices.

Personal.ai: Managing information overload can be overwhelming. Personal.ai acts as a personal AI assistant, organizing and remembering important details, creating a digital library tailored to your needs.

Explainlikeimfive.io: Understanding complex concepts can be difficult for individuals with ADHD due to our working memory challenges. Explainlikeimfive.io provides simplified explanations of various topics, making it easier to grasp complex ideas.

AudioPen.ai: Gathering and expressing thoughts effectively is essential for individuals with ADHD. AudioPen.ai uses AI-powered transcription to convert spoken words into written text, enabling individuals to articulate their ideas clearly.

Goshopwith.ai: Managing shopping and maintaining a budget can be overwhelming. Goshopwith.ai acts as a personal stylist, helping you find items within your budget and matching your style preferences, simplifying the shopping process.

Ogimi.ai: Practicing mindfulness is beneficial for managing ADHD symptoms. Ogimi.ai acts as a personal mindfulness coach, providing guided meditation and relaxation techniques to help you find balance and reduce stress.

ChefGpt.xyz: Get culinary assistance tailored to your needs with ChefGpt.xyz. Simply input the ingredients and dietary restrictions, and this AI tool will provide recipe recommendations and cooking tips, making meal planning and preparation more convenient.

Speechify.com: Reading lengthy texts can be challenging for individuals with ADHD. Speechify.com is a text-to-speech reader that allows you to listen to articles, documents, or books, making it easier to absorb information and stay focused.

Wisdolia.com: Studying can be a daunting task for individuals with ADHD. Wisdolia.com offers a Chrome extension that auto-generates flashcards, making studying more efficient and effective.

FindYourNextBook.AI: Reading can be a beneficial activity for individuals with ADHD, but finding the right book can be overwhelming. FindYourNextBook.AI simplifies this process by using AI algorithms to suggest books based on your preferences, making it easier to discover new reading material.

ResumeWorded.com: Crafting an effective resume is crucial for career success. ResumeWorded.com offers personalized feedback on resumes, helping individuals with ADHD optimize their professional profiles and stand out in the job market.

Noty.ai: Meetings can be challenging to navigate for individuals with ADHD. Noty.ai improves meeting productivity by providing transcription services, allowing you to focus on the discussion rather than note-taking. It also facilitates follow-ups by generating action items and reminders.

QuickLines.ai: Break the ice with personalized and captivating email openers using QuickLines.ai. This AI tool generates creative and tailored ice breakers, helping you initiate conversations effectively and make a positive impression.

Ferret.ai: Improve your relationship intelligence with Ferret.ai. This tool leverages AI to analyze and provide insights into relationships, assisting individuals in navigating social interactions more effectively.

Politepost.net: Improve the politeness and professionalism of your emails with Politepost.net. This AI tool rewrites your emails, suggesting more courteous and diplomatic language, ensuring your communication comes across as respectful and considerate.

Thekeys.ai: Thekeys.ai is an app that helps you connect with others by conveying the appropriate tone of voice. It uses AI to analyze text messages and suggest suitable emotions and expressions, enhancing communication in various contexts, including dating.

PenelopeAI.com: Enhance your writing speed and efficiency with PenelopeAI.com. This tool leverages AI to auto-complete your writing, providing suggestions and completing sentences as you type, boosting productivity and reducing writer’s block.

Typify.app: Effortlessly respond to text messages with Typify.app. This AI-powered keyboard understands your conversations and generates intelligent responses, making it a helpful tool for efficient and quick communication.

Buildai.space: Plan your trips seamlessly with Buildai.space. This trip planner AI assists in creating detailed itineraries for just $1 per plan, taking into account your preferences and optimizing your travel experience.

Vondy.com: This site offers a variety of tools designed to help guide individuals to the best online resources. Whether you need educational materials, tutorials, or informative guides, Vondy.Com can assist in streamlining your online research.

DoNotPay.com: Navigating legal matters can be complex and overwhelming. DoNotPay.com acts as a robot lawyer, providing assistance with various legal issues and simplifying the process for individuals with ADHD.

AiLawyer.pro: Say goodbye to expensive consultations, long waits for appointments, and confusing legal texts. AI-lawyer ready to give you expert legal help anytime, anywhere.

Hellohistory.ai: Curiosity about historical figures and events can be an exciting way to learn. Hellohistory.ai allows you to engage in conversations with historical figures, satisfying your curiosity and expanding your knowledge.

Book.google.com/talktobooks: Discover new books by engaging in conversational queries with this AI-powered tool. Talk to Books uses AI algorithms to provide book recommendations based on your inquiries, making it a convenient way to explore and find exciting reading material.

OpenRead: A scientific paper reader powered by AI, including a paper summary by section, full-text summary, and  Q&A. Most importantly, we use AI to parse PDF papers and turn them into interactive papers. We also have an AI assistant called Oat where people can ask questions as they read. 

Hoppy Copy: Save time and effort by letting Hoppy Copy write emails for you. This AI tool generates personalized email drafts, taking into account your preferences and communication style, allowing you to compose professional and engaging messages efficiently.

Perplexity.ai: Unlock a powerful search engine experience with Perplexity.ai. This AI-powered search engine goes beyond traditional results, providing comprehensive and insightful information on a wide range of topics.

Grammarly: This one’s been around for awhile so you might know it. Grammarly is a writing assistant tool that supports correcting grammatical, spelling, and instructing errors across all platforms as a browser extension. Grammarly is notable in its ability to support online communication more seamlessly with driven AI-powered suggestions. 

Those we included in this list aren’t the only ai tools out there that ADHDers can make use of.

These are just a few examples of a range of AI tools available to support us. Whether it’s improving productivity, enhancing focus, or promoting personal well-being, these tools harness the power of AI to provide tailored assistance. Embracing these innovative technologies can make life just a little bit easier for some of us with ADHD. How will you use ai for ADHD? 

We used Supertools The Rundown to find these tools. Check out this article for some ideas for how to use AI.

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How Does Coaching Work And How Does It Help You?

Coaching sessions create space away from day to day demands for a dialogue between the coach and client. The client determines the long-term direction of coaching and is responsible for bringing a topic/issue/question to each session. Together, the coach and client explore who the client is, who they think they are, and who they want to be in order to clarify desired outcomes and actions to further the client’s agenda.

As a coach, I will ensure we make the most of your time. My role is to be your sounding board, mirror, and champion your efforts. I will provide models and structure to help you organize your thoughts, beliefs, and values. I will help you to bring details into focus to reach a deeper understanding and appreciation of yourself. I will hold you accountable for your decisions and actions and challenge you to be compassionate with yourself while setting realistic and achievable goals.

However, I will never tell you what to do. Coaching sessions offer an opportunity for you to learn something new about yourself, a different way of thinking about a situation, or uncover a belief that was limiting the options you thought were available to you. The “work” to apply this learning toward changing your life continues beyond the coaching session.

Welcoming clients of all races, cultures, identities and orientation

Disclaimer: Coaching is not to be used as a substitute for professional advice by legal, medical, financial, business, spiritual or other qualified professionals. We encourage our clients to seek independent professional guidance for legal, medical, financial, business, spiritual, or other matters. With Coaching, all decisions in these areas are exclusively the responsibility of the client who acknowledges that decisions and actions as a result of coaching are their sole responsibility.

Example Topics for Coaching

ADHD Life skills & Executive Functioning

Relationship Skills

Friendship and Support System

Parenting Children with ADHD

Organizing Skills

Addiction Dangers

Emotional Regulation

Mindset Improvement

Work/Life Balance

Communication Skills

Self Awareness

Self Compassion & Mindfulness

Study Skills

Self Care Skills

Time Management

Task Management

Advocating Skills

Routines and Systems

Healthy Boundaries

Managing your life

Planning & prioritizing

Putting plans into action, task initiation

Goal-directed persistence

Taking actions that align with your physical & emotional needs

Learning new strategies to manage executive functioning

Navigating neurodivergent relationships

Self-regulation & interoceptive-awareness

Emotional impulsivity

Communication strategies

Physical health and wellness

ADHD Coaching & Consulting by Dorsey McFadden

Located in Richmond, VA

Accepting clients Worldwide