ADHD Positive Parenting Coach
I help burned out parents of children with ADHD remove the overwhelming self-doubt and powerlessness of raising their child, so they can reconnect with them, rediscover their joy of parenting and set their children up for success.
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What our readers are saying!
“I can’t express enough how profoundly impactful this book has been for me. A life-changing guide for parents navigating the unique challenges of raising children with ADHD.”
Andrea S.
“Raising a child with ADHD, explains the author, is about accepting where your child is at and not what your expectations were. Ideal for parents with an early diagnosis of their child’s ADHD. Also ideal for frustrated educators less familiar with families living with ADHD. Highly recommend it!”
Tanya K.
“This book is wonderfully readable and even more relatable. It will both reassure and inspire you. I am grateful to have discovered it– it has given me more understanding, patience and grace as a parent, a spouse and a friend. I highly recommend it for everyone!”
Ingrid K.
“What a privilege to read such a heartfelt and profound book! The author’s personal journey is woven seamlessly into the narrative, creating a relatable and authentic connection with readers. In a world often quick to label and judge, this book stands as a beacon of positivity and understanding. It’s a must-read for any parent seeking not only to support their ADHD child but also to cultivate a family environment built on acceptance, forgiveness, and empowerment. I highly recommend this book for its genuine insight, compassion, and the tangible sense of hope it provides.”
Marcie S.
“Reading it feels like a huge hug from someone who “gets it.” Tenderness and loving-kindness wrap each word. The author has two sons with ADHD who are on the Forbes “30 Under 30” list — super impressive. So glad she shared her wisdom, and open heart, with the world!”
Lisa W.
“As Is” is a must-buy resource for any parent committed to building a positive, empowering relationship with their children and setting them up to succeed in this world. Whether your child has ADHD or not, this book is extremely empowering and helpful.”
Carl A.
“This book will arm any parent facing a similar challenge with not only a useable toolkit of ideas to help guide and advocate on behalf of their child but also help foster compassion, acceptance and love – the most important elements in helping that child grow into their very best self. Thank you for this book- it helped bring me hope and peace.”
David G.
“Read it with a pen. I found myself underlying every other page. As an adult with ADHD, I wish this book was available when I was a kid. If you are struggling, feeling overwhelmed, or inadequate in parenting your ADHD or otherwise neurodivergent child, run don’t walk to pick up AS IS. It will change your relationship with your child.”
Lori P.
“Having ADHD myself as well as having children that are dealing with it, I found this book incredibly enlightening, inspiring and encouraging!”
Joseph K.
“This is a great read for teachers, guidance counsellors, parents who do not have kids with ADHD (to understand and be compassionate) and for those who do have kids with ADHD!!”
Lisa T.
“The book is written with such care and love while giving so much insightful information –
this is a super fun read & it has changed how I am living. Bravo 100% recommend.”
Simon G.
“Shelley has the ability to gently touch and understand complicated moments in life and by that one can open their heart and change. Her sensitivity shines through, making this book a compassionate and transformative read for anyone navigating the journey of parenting a child with ADHD. Highly recommended for its warmth, and life-changing impact. I wish my parents had this book when I was a child.”
Maya Y.
“I appreciated the author’s trials and tribulations as a parent, and honest insights into how to better understand and communicate with your kids to bring compassion and courses of action to even the darkest of parenting days! There’s so much to be learned from this book, to help parents improve their parenting skills and raise happier, more well-adjusted kids.”
Jeff S.
“‘AS IS’ is unique among the many books I’ve read on ADHD, with Lippman guiding the reader through her own parenting experiences as a backdrop for insights she gained and shares here with grit and grace, insights that I think could be helpful for ANY parents of young or teenaged children.”
Marc G.
“Lippman’s book should be required reading for every teacher, principal, and psychologist in elementary schools. Her detailed exploration of ADHD offers a profound understanding that can transform the educational environment for these children. I was so moved by her work that I bought five copies to share.”
Paula F.
“What an amazing book – if you are a parent struggling with the ups and down of parenting a child with ADHD or any behavioral issue – this is a must-read!”
Joey W.
“This book is an incredible tool for every parent to have in their toolkit! I can’t recommend it enough and it’s a must-read for any parent when their child is struggling and when you want to help them thrive!”
Emiliya Z.
“When I tell people what I’m reading, I’m shocked that most are one-degree of separation from someone they care about with ADHD. I now gift them this book.”
Lisa W.
“Literally changed my relationship for the better with my 16-year-old daughter. A complete game changer for parents, especially those raising children with ADHD. What makes this book particularly impactful is its emphasis on accepting children as they are and helping parents understand their own responses and emotions. This awareness creates a strong foundation to guide your kids (and yourself).”
Carl A.
Shelley Lippman
I am a certified transformation coach and positive psychology practitioner, specializing in helping parents who are raising children with ADHD. I have a Master’s Degree in communications and training at the ADD Coach Academy (ADDCA) and Cornell University in conflict resolution. I am a mom of three kids in their twenties, two of whom have ADHD. I’ve been in the trenches.
When my eldest was born, I was beyond ecstatic. I had dreamed of being a mom ever since I could remember. He was happy and easy and friendly and I thought, “Now, aren’t I just the greatest mother?!”
And then he turned two and his ADHD (which we didn’t know at the time) raged forth, turning my happy baby into an unpredictable, volatile, and emotional kid. I assumed I had somehow failed.
My husband and I worried and stressed, disagreed a lot, and took each phone call from the school very personally. We agonized about our son’s future. We doubted our instincts and decisions. We felt alone, anxious, frustrated, disconnected and sad…
I wish I had known then what I know now.
What I learned – through years of trial and error, decades of research, training and hundreds of conversations – is that we, as our child’s parents, are the authority. When you finally learn to trust yourself and to shut out all the noise in favour of a few simple truths, you will be free to connect with your child in new and profound ways. This raises children with confidence and courage.
We ultimately raised our son to be a self-assured, loving, successful adult who married the love of his life and just became a dad. He and our other son (who has ADHD and dyslexia), were voted onto the Forbes 30 Under 30 list for the business they started in their early twenties (instead of attending university). The road was not smooth, but my journey raising our kids has gifted me the opportunity to help other families bringing up amazing kids with ADHD.
“Encouraging someone to be entirely themselves is the loudest way to love them.”
– Kalen Dion
Coaching Services
You deserve to be living your whole, best life as a parent of a child with ADHD
I will help you develop the awareness, and accountability to transform your relationship with your child and restore harmony to your family. Working together one-to-one on Zoom, from the comfort of your home, I will provide you with a safe haven in which you can express your feelings, concerns and wins and create a parenting game plan that works for you and your family.
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Let me be your helping hand on this journey.
Your future self will thank you. So will your child.
Testimonials
“Shelley is a compassionate, honest, caring coach. During our sessions, she provided space to trust the process and open up. She asked very simple, thought-provoking questions that helped me see my blind spots and opened my mind to new possibilities. She was extremely intuitive and gentle which created the support I needed to come up with new solutions. Coaching is a natural talent for Shelley and a gift to her clients.”
Shari T.Seattle, WA
“Shelley is an empathic, intuitive and pragmatic coach. When we work together, I feel validated and understood. As a mother with two ADHD kids, I face a myriad of challenges. What a relief to speak with Shelley! She validates my feelings and helps me prioritize goals for each session. I come away with renewed energy and strategies to address my children’s needs without negating my own.”
Sam F-S.New York, NY
“I was very fortunate to work with Shelley during a difficult period for me. It was incredibly easy to open up to her. Trust was immediate, which has never been easy for me. Shelley will never tell you what to do, but will guide you to put a voice to your own needs and help you define your own skills. Her support, knowledge and empathy has always – and will always – be invaluable to me. Shelley will be a source of solace to all who come in contact with her.”
Suzanne D.Montreal, QC
“I came to Shelley with a question and she pushed me to articulate my concrete goals, actions and areas needing attention. With precision and compassion, she helped me figure out what I was really struggling with so I could envision my big goal and the specific steps to get me there, while identifying what was getting in my way. Deep compassion threads through her speech and body language.”
Ann B.Shutesbury, MA
“I was fully heard and supported in the process. The result was extremely validating and encouraging emotionally. I especially liked the subtlety and attention she brought to everything. She has a finesse and delicacy in communicating that confirms her caring touch.”
Maripier C.Montreal, QC
“Shelley is such a wonderful person to speak to, especially when you need a sincere, caring, visionary and mindful coach. She is a gifted coach that is so passionate about helping others wholeheartedly. I strongly recommend her as a mentor and coach.”
Karim E.Cairo, Egypt
“Shelley is a compassionate, wise coach. She is dedicated and passionate to serve her clients to reach their highest potential”
Brandee S.Montreal, QC
“Shelley has an instinct for identifying and illuminating her clients’ blind spots’ and getting them to take action with great tact and kindness. I highly recommend her.”
Chantal G.Montreal, QC
I can help you to:
- Radically shift your understanding of your child with ADHD
- Learn the skills to help your child become more resilient, motivated and confident
- Find the keys to a strengths-based parenting approach
- Find your way back to yourself
- Rediscover the joy of parenting
- Restore harmony and calm in your family
- Cultivate a mindset of compassion and acceptance
- Transform your communication style with your child
- Find a way to align your parenting goals with those of others involved in the well-being of your child
- Prioritize your concerns and goals
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