Executive Function Coaching for Kids and Teens in Gilbert AZ
The Executive Function & Emotional Regulation Skills Program is an in-person coaching program for children and teens ages 6+ in Gilbert. At Family Matters Counseling, we teach practical skills for emotional regulation, impulsivity, transitions, focus, task completion, planning, organization, and follow-through.
We begin with a 53-minute clinical assessment and a personalized plan from Emily Sanchez, LCSW. A behavioral coach then meets with your child or teen for 30 minutes each week. Emily meets with parents about every 4-6 weeks for parent counseling and/or coaching, either in person or by telehealth.
Most plans last around 12 weeks. Some children need more time to learn and practice the skills, while others continue with occasional maintenance sessions. The weekly coaching sessions are not psychotherapy. We offer child and teen psychotherapy separately through a licensed therapist.
When everyday tasks keep turning into daily struggles
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Parenting is hard. It gets even harder when your child understands what needs to happen but cannot use that knowledge in the moment. Strong emotional reactions, impulsive choices, difficult transitions, and unfinished tasks can turn ordinary parts of the day into repeated stress for the whole family.
Parents come to us when they notice:
emotional reactions that feel much bigger than the situation
impulsive responses before their child has time to pause;
stressful transitions between activities, places, or expectations;
difficulty recovering after frustration or a change in plans;
homework that is delayed, forgotten, or left unfinished;
difficulty starting tasks without repeated reminders;
trouble following multi-step directions;
routines that break down even when the child knows them;
lost papers, supplies, or personal items; or
inconsistent follow-through at school or home.
You know your child is capable. The challenge is helping those skills show up when emotions are high, a task feels overwhelming, or plans change. We start by identifying what your child needs to practice instead of giving every family the same program.
How the program works
The program combines a clinical assessment, direct skills practice, and parent involvement. Most plans average 12 weeks, but the timeline follows the child. We continue coaching or add maintenance sessions when more practice is needed.
1. Clinical assessment and personalized plan
Emily Sanchez, LCSW, begins with a 53-minute clinical assessment. She uses what she learns to create a plan around your child's needs and the skills the behavioral coach will teach.
2. Weekly sessions with a behavioral coach
A behavioral coach meets with your child or teen in person in Gilbert for 30 minutes each week. The sessions are active and skills based. Your child learns a skill, practices it, and works on using it at home, at school, and during everyday routines. This is coaching, not therapy.
3. Parent counseling and/or coaching with Emily
Emily meets with parents for 53 minutes about every 4-6 weeks. The sessions include parent counseling, coaching, or both based on what your family needs. You can attend in person or by telehealth
Skills we teach and practice
Every child starts in a different place. We build the plan around the areas that create the most stress or interfere most with daily life.
Some of the skills we teach:
noticing emotional escalation and strong reactions;
practicing calming and problem-solving strategies;
pausing before acting on an impulse;
handling frustration and transitions with more flexibility;
starting a task when it feels boring, difficult, or overwhelming;
breaking a large task into smaller steps;
planning, prioritizing, and managing time;
organizing school materials and personal belongings;
using routines, reminders, planners, or visual supports;
remembering and following multi-step directions;
following through with less adult prompting over time.
Your child does not need a formal diagnosis. We work with children and teens ages 6+ who struggle with emotions, focus, task completion, impulsivity, or transitions. ADHD can be part of the picture, but an ADHD diagnosis is not required.
Who your family will work with
Family Matters is a licensed counseling practice that also offers skills coaching. Each person on the team has a clear role.
| Part of the program | Provider | What that means |
|---|---|---|
| Initial clinical assessment | Emily Sanchez, LCSW | Emily completes the assessment and creates the personalized plan. |
| Weekly 30-minute skills sessions | Behavioral coach | The coach teaches and practices the planned skills in person in Gilbert. These sessions are coaching, not psychotherapy. |
| 53-minute parent sessions about every 4–6 weeks | Emily Sanchez, LCSW | Emily provides parent counseling and/or coaching connected to your child's plan, in person or by telehealth. |
| Separate 53-minute psychotherapy sessions | Licensed Family Matters therapist | A therapist experienced with children, teens, ADHD, and other concerns provides individual psychotherapy at $150 per session. |
Coaching and psychotherapy serve different needs
Families should know exactly which service they are choosing and who provides it.
Executive function coaching is direct, skills-based work. Weekly sessions focus on teaching a skill, practicing it, and using it during routines, responsibilities, and stressful moments.
Psychotherapy is clinical care from a licensed provider. We have a licensed therapist who works with children and teens, including young people with ADHD and other concerns. Individual psychotherapy sessions are 53 minutes and cost $150.
Emily's clinical assessment and the behavioral coach's weekly sessions are separate parts of the program. The assessment does not turn coaching into therapy. We explain each role from the start so you know what your child is receiving.
Program length, sessions, and pricing
| Program part | Length and frequency | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Initial clinical assessment and personalized plan | 53 minutes, once at the start | $200 |
| Child or teen skills session | 30 minutes, weekly and in person in Gilbert | $100 per session |
| Parent counseling and/or coaching with Emily | 53 minutes, about every 4-6 weeks; in person or telehealth | $175 per session |
Most plans average 12 weeks. The total length and number of parent sessions depend on your child's plan. Additional skills coaching or maintenance is available when more practice is needed.
Family Matters is a private-pay, out-of-network practice. You can request a superbill and check your out-of-network benefits directly with your insurance company. A 24-hour cancellation policy applies.
Who this program is for
This program is designed for children and teens ages 6+ who need direct practice with executive function or emotional regulation skills. A diagnosis is not required.
You do not need to decide on your own whether coaching, psychotherapy, or another kind of support is the right next step. Tell us what is happening at home or school, and we will talk through the available options with you. Coaching does not diagnose or treat ADHD.
Ask about the program
Tell us what your child or teen is struggling with. We will help you understand the program and decide whether the Executive Function & Emotional Regulation Skills Program is the right next step for your family.
Frequently Asked Questions About Executive Function Coaching
Executive function coaching teaches and practices skills used for emotional regulation, impulse control, transitions, focus, task initiation, planning, organization, time management, working memory, flexibility, and follow-through. We build the weekly sessions around a personalized plan that averages 12 weeks.
No. The behavioral coach's weekly 30-minute sessions are skills-based coaching, not psychotherapy. Emily Sanchez, LCSW, completes the clinical assessment and creates the plan. A licensed Family Matters therapist offers separate 53-minute psychotherapy sessions for children and teens at $150.
Most plans average 12 weeks, but each child moves at a different pace. The program begins with an assessment, followed by weekly child or teen coaching and parent sessions about every 4-6 weeks. Additional coaching or maintenance is available when more practice is needed.
The initial 53-minute assessment is $200. Weekly 30-minute child or teen sessions are $100 each. Parent counseling and/or coaching sessions are 53 minutes and $175 each.
Child and teen skills coaching takes place in person in Gilbert, Arizona. Parent sessions can take place in person or by telehealth.
The program is for children and teens ages 6 and older.
Yes. Emily meets with parents about every 4-6 weeks to connect the child's plan with daily life at home. The sessions include parent counseling, coaching, or both based on what your family needs. You can attend in person or by telehealth.
No. A formal ADHD diagnosis is not required. We work with children and teens who struggle with emotions, focus, task completion, impulsivity, or transitions. ADHD does not have to be part of the picture.
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