Adult Programs
Let's Unlock Your Brain's Potential Together...
I take a holistic approach to managing ADHD, focusing on nutrition and lifestyle changes that can have a huge impact on your symptoms. We'll start with a comprehensive assessment to understand your unique needs and challenges, and then work together to create a personalized nutrition plan that will help you manage your symptoms and feel your best.
This program includes regular check-ins to provide ongoing support and guidance as you make changes to your diet and lifestyle. I'll also provide you with practical tips and tools for managing your symptoms, like meal planning and stress management techniques.
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Our goal in our work together is to provide you with the tools and support you need to manage your symptoms, improve your focus, and achieve greater success in your personal and professional life.
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Here's what we'll cover in the program:
1. Nutrition Basics
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The role of nutrition in managing ADHD symptoms.
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The importance of macronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, and fats) and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) in maintaining optimal brain function.
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Guidelines for meal planning and healthy eating habits.
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Strategies for reducing sugar intake and incorporating more nutrient-dense foods into the diet.
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Practical tips for shopping, cooking, and meal prep.
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3. Brain Health Basics
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The basics of brain health, including how the ADHD brain works
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The role of key nutrients like B vitamins, zinc, iron, magnesium, and vitamin D how deficiencies can exacerbate symptoms.
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Discover new brain-health supporting food combinations and easy recipes.
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How processed foods, sugary drinks, and artificial additives have been linked to poor cognitive function and worsening of ADHD symptoms.
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The role of chronic inflammation, oxidative stress, and gut dysbiosis in the impairment of overall brain function leading to the exacerbation of ADHD symptoms.
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2. The Gut-Brain Connection
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Understanding the complex relationship between the gut and the brain.
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The impact of gut health on ADHD symptoms.
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The role of the gut microbiome in regulating brain function and behaviour.
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Strategies for improving gut health, such as incorporating probiotics, prebiotics, and fermented foods into the diet.
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Identifying foods and substances that trigger ADHD symptoms and avoiding them.
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Discuss options to exercise the vagus nerve to support ADHD symptoms.
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4. Healthy Habit-Building
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Strategies for building and maintaining healthy habits that support optimal brain function.
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Goal-setting and tracking progress
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Time management and prioritization strategies - specifically around meal preparation and having snacks and easy meals at your fingertips for those times when you just need life to be easy.
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Tips for building healthy exercise, mindfulness and self-care and sleep practices for brain health.
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Addressing barriers to healthy habit-building and developing strategies for overcoming them.
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The program includes:
1 x 90-minute Intake, Assessment, and Goal-Setting Session:
​This session is an opportunity for us to gain a deeper understanding of your unique needs and challenges, and to work with you in creating a personalized plan to help you achieve your goals. Through this process, we will collaborate with you to identify and address the specific areas of difficulty that impact your life, and develop strategies to overcome them.​
1 x 60-minute Health Plan Delivery Session:
​We discuss nutrition and lifestyle recommendations to help you achieve your goals provide you with all the tools and support you need to make lasting positive changes you need to thrive.​
5 x Bi-Weekly Follow-Up Sessions: ​
These sessions are designed to provide you with the support, accountability and motivation you need to stay on track towards your goals. We'll discuss the core pillars of the program, so you can make informed choices that will benefit your overall health and well-being.​
5 x Bi-Weekly Check-Ins:
​​During these sessions, we'll discuss your questions, provide you with extra support, and make any necessary tweaks to your health and meal plans.​
A Two-Week Meal Plan:
This plan includes mouthwatering recipes, grocery lists, and even prep schedules, so you can breeze through snack and mealtime like a pro. I'll be there to support you every step of the way, so you can stay on track and fuel your body and brain with the nourishment it deserves.​
Access To Our Private Google Drive Folder:
This super helpful folder is packed with goodies like recorded sessions, handouts, extra recipes, and tons of other fantastic resources to help you stay organized on on-track during our time together and beyond! ​
Extra Support Between Sessions:​​​
You'll have access to me between sessions for continuing accountability support and to answer any questions on our journey towards your goals. With private messaging at your fingertips, you'll feel empowered and supported every step of the way.​
Investment: $1285 CAD (3 payments of $428 CAD) + HST​
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