Academics Plus provides Educational Consulting, Life Coaching and ADHD Coaching for adults.

ADHD Coaching

Adults with ADHD frequently find themselves overwhelmed with managing their daily lives, kids' schedules, etc., and are often so frazzled that they can't do the things that bring them joy. I've coached dozens of men and women and found this is truly a sweet spot for me! In some cases, this means coaching on strategies to live life more efficiently; other times, it's coaching through which tasks could be outsourced. When managed well, ADHD can be such a gift!

Please note that you’ll be directed to our sister site, Maiden to Matriarch.

Parent coaching

Whether you're navigating private school decisions, managing a child’s big emotions, or just wondering where you went in the swirl of parenting, you're not alone.

This isn’t a parenting manual or a to-do list. It’s real coaching for real life—from someone who gets it. The Reclaim Coaching Package is a 3-month private coaching experience designed to bring clarity, calm, and connection back into your parenting journey.

LIFE Coaching for young adults

What happens when your children leave high school or college and enter the next phase of life? They are suddenly faced with new challenges, new responsibilities, and no "Mom and Dad" safety net to fall back on. This can be overwhelming for young adults who have relied heavily on their parents for guidance and problem-solving. My role as their life coach is to coach them to take ownership. I've helped clients with scheduling, budgeting, relationships, building resumes and determining the best career path.

Welcome — I’m so glad you’re here.

I’m Katie Whittelsey, founder of Academics Plus, life coach, educational consultant, wife and mom. I’ve spent nearly two decades helping families navigate complex educational and emotional journeys — from learning differences and private school admissions to parenting challenges and ADHD support.

If you’ve landed here, you’re likely carrying a lot. Maybe you’re unsure of your next steps, advocating for a child who doesn’t fit the mold, or simply trying to hold it all together as a parent. I want you to know: you don’t have to do it alone.

Whether you're looking for educational insight, life strategies, or a trusted thought partner who understands the big picture and the real-life moments — I’d be honored to walk with you.

This work is deeply personal to me. I know what it’s like to feel the weight of important decisions, the guilt that can come with motherhood, and the desire to show up fully — at home, in work, and in life.

Take a look around, learn more about how I support families and individuals through consulting and coaching, and if it feels like a fit, I’d love to connect.

You don’t need to have it all figured out — you just need a place to start.
Let’s reclaim clarity, connection, and confidence — together.