Many students struggle not because they don’t understand the material, but because they haven’t yet learned how to learn. Executive functioning coaching at Calabasas Child & Adolescent Psychology is designed to give children, teens, and young adults in Calabasas, California, the practical tools they need to manage schoolwork more effectively and feel more in control of their academic life. Led by Dr. Eve Loren Goldstein, Psy.D., this specialized executive functioning and study skills program bridges the gap between potential and performance. Read on to learn how!
What Do We Mean by Executive Functioning?
Executive functioning skills include organization, time management, planning, task initiation, emotional regulation, and flexible thinking. When these skills lag, students may appear unmotivated or overwhelmed even when they are highly capable. Our study skills coaching provides targeted support to strengthen these foundational abilities. We create a personalized program to help students develop lifelong skills that are useful across all subjects—so they can feel focused, organized, and confident in and out of the classroom.
Skills Taught in Our Executive Functioning Coaching Classes
Your child will build a customized toolbox of strategies that may include:
- How to listen actively and stay engaged during class
- Setting goals and improving focus and attention
- Organizing materials—like backpacks, notebooks, online portals, and study spaces
- Planning ahead using calendars, time blocking, and breaking down big assignments
- Prioritizing tasks and managing deadlines without feeling overwhelmed
- Highlighting and note-taking techniques that actually work
- Active reading strategies to improve comprehension and efficiency
- Critical thinking and how to apply it in everyday assignments
- Writing strategies that help structure ideas and support the writing process
- Memory techniques to improve retention and recall
- Test-taking strategies to reduce anxiety and improve performance
Whether your child is in elementary school, middle school, high school, or preparing for college, these skills lay the foundation for academic success—and help students take ownership of their learning in a way that builds motivation, resilience, and independence. Dr. Goldstein’s executive functioning training integrates evidence-based strategies with a deep understanding of child development and learning differences. Coaching may complement therapy, neuropsychological assessments, or psychoeducational testing.
Collaboration That Creates Lasting Change
At Calabasas Child & Adolescent Psychology, we like to collaborate closely with families and schools. Parents receive guidance on how to support skill development at home, while educators may be consulted to reinforce strategies in the classroom. This integrated model helps skills generalize across environments. Whether coaching is delivered virtually or in person, the goal is the same: to help students feel capable, confident, and prepared to meet challenges independently.
If your child or young adult is struggling with follow-through, organization, or academic stress, executive functioning coaching with Calabasas Child & Adolescent Psychology can provide the structure and support they need. Schedule a consultation today and help your student build skills that last a lifetime!