GrowNOW ADHD

Real-Life Coaching for Executive Function and Independence Skills

We Help Kids Grow NOW.

The GrowNOW ADHD Mission

Not talk therapy. Not behavior charts. Not one-size-fits-all.
Not what you have already tried.

At GrowNOW ADHDwe believe every child has to grow with the right guidance and support. Through Internal Skills personalized ADHD executive function coaching, we partner with families to create practical strategies that work at home, school, and in everyday life. 

Using the GrowNOW Internal Skills Coaching Model®, we strengthen a child’s internal skill system and work closely with parents to make sure those skills transfer into daily life at home, at school, and beyond – as quickly and as productively as possible.

Executive function skills are crucial for handling daily tasks, managing emotions, and meeting academic challenges. ADHD executive function coaching equips families with practical tools to support growth at home, at school, and in everyday life.

Our Goal: Help kids and teens become more independent, positive, and successful in their day-to-day lives with less reliance on adult support.

What Makes GrowNOW Different

– Week-to-week program based on real-world progress

– Proven results with Executive Function challenges

– Every student’s path looks different, never “one size fits all”

– Direct & Immediate – so skills stick outside of sessions

– Supporting students, parents, and schools

There is never any pressure to pursue services with GrowNOW – we already have a waitlist because families see results. If you’re ready to invest in lasting change, we’re here.

ADHD coaching model for internal skills development.

Our Method

The GrowNOW Internal Skills Coaching Model®

Internal Skills + Parent Coaching = 4 CORE Executive Function Skills

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Self Talk (Internal)

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INTERNAL SKILLS

COACHING MODEL™

Parent coaching to learn skills to help your child develop the 4 core

Executive Function Skills

Parent Coaching

Our award-winning coaching model develops four core executive function skills:

Self-Awareness

Understanding how you think, feel, and work best

Self-Regulation

Managing emotions, focus, and behavior

Self-Motivation

Starting and finishing non-preferred tasks

Self-Evaluation

Learning from experiences to make better choices

We pair skill-building with parent coaching so the strategies transfer quickly into the home environment. This approach builds long-term independence, not just short-term fixes.

Michael McLeod, M.A.
Founder

Our Founder

Michael McLeod, M.A.

In 2016, Michael created the Internal Skills Executive Function Strengthening Model, and GrowNOW ADHD was born. His mission: improve quality of life for youth and families facing ADHD and executive function challenges.


Mike has presented this model to audiences nationwide and internationally, providing specialized support in ADHD, Executive Functioning, Social Executive Functioning, and Parent Coaching.


With more than 20 years of experience, a Master’s degree from Lehman College, and collaborations with leading doctors, neuropsychologists, and nonprofits, Mike blends deep expertise with a practical, strength-based model that gets results.

Winner

Best Executive Function Coaching Service Award

Winner

Developmental Service Hero Award – Main Line Parent

Award

Winning Keynote Speaker and School Trainer

ADHD Parenting Podcast, Education Chapter Chat Podcast, Author

Meet The Team

GrowNOW ADHD Leadership Specialists

Mike McLeod

Founder & Creator of the Internal Skills Model

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Mark Cunningham

Director, Young Adult Healthy Interests Program & Job Coach Specialist

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Amy Rosen

Clinical Director

dani
Dani Pellicano

Director, College Success Program

ben
Ben Zook

Director of GrowNOW Lancaster, PA & School Partnership Program

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Eric Smith

Director, EF-Camp & The Social Outpost Outdoor Groups

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Erin Womack

Director, GrowNOW Los Angeles

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Joe Abernethy

Director, GrowNOW North Carolina

Dr. Gary Gartling

Director, GrowNOW New York & Social Executive Function Specialist

Jake Bilodeau

Director, Young Adult Independence Program & Dad Coach Specialist

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