ADD/ADHD Client Comments

From Adult ADD/ADHD Coaching Clients:

Mimi is a gem! She possesses an exceptional combination of professionalism and geniality. Mimi has a remarkable ability for recognizing her client’s intrinsic strengths and weaknesses, which she uses to optimize results and avoid pitfalls. After just one coaching session, I felt Mimi fully understood where I was in my life - and where I wanted to go - even better that I did. With her knowledge of the complex difficulties women with ADHD face, Mimi has helped me manage my overwhelming sense of chaos, and has shown me a path of possibilities. She is flexible in her methods, allowing me at times to indulge my whims; yet she never – never – loses sight of the goal.
H.J.B. in the Bay Area

I want to find the words to thank Mimi for the coaching she has done with me. When I found her on the Internet, I was desperate about my relationship. Nothing made sense, nothing was constant. The more I tried, the worse things got with my partner. And then I began talking with Mimi. She talked with me about what I was experiencing, what I was feeling, how I was coping. At last someone was listening. Over several months, Mimi got me beyond my frustration and fear and introduced me to the world of a person with ADD. I learned that Mike’s ADD symptoms had nothing to do with me. I also learned that changing things had to be a joint effort truly involving both of us. And I am also learning to appreciate the positive side of him being different – which is probably the reason I was attracted to him in the first place.
John in Palm Springs

I wanted to thank you because what you do and the way you do it is really a big help to me. What I am saying is that I am seeing a difference in how I think. When situations happen that make me feel paralyzed or overwhelmed, your voice comes up with an alternative reaction, strategy, etc. And that is what helps me get out of my block. It’s really working! Thank you again.
Tessa K. in Seattle

From Parents of Students with ADD/ADHD

Thanks for all your efforts! You did help Seth a lot last semester and he had a lot of success. I can’t believe he got a 3.2 after almost losing his scholarship because of his grades. I don’t know what we would have done without you!
Margie R. in Philadelphia

Sarah tells me she is done with her coaching sessions. I wanted to be sure to tell you how much we appreciate all that you did for her this year. You really have been an inspiration and the fact that she actually liked going to see you was nothing short of a miracle. We will see you at graduation - and thanks again so much for what you do.
Joyce in Seattle

Sam would like to continue seeing you for another month. I believe it has helped him focus on passing his courses and this is the first time I have seen him follow through for so long. He did not skip a single class in April and has been doing his daily math work. He has an opportunity to pass history, biology and math this semester with some hard work. Thank you for your assistance.
Brian in Seattle

I have been feeling very upbeat about Nick. He acts as though he's turned a corner and his life looks to be a lot sunnier now that he's changed direction. Lately his sense of humor has come out from under the clouds and, for the most part, he's conducting his life like a responsible adult. What a thrill this is for us. I must admit it is hard not to worry sometimes that his grades won't reflect his efforts, but I am optimistic that he will do much better than he has before, and perhaps that is all we can fairly expect. Thanks for everything. You have been wonderful.
Mary in Bellevue

From Participants in the Mindful Living with ADD/ADHD Class

Mimi, just wanted to thank you for hosting your mindfulness group. What I learned particularly came in handy when situations came up that upset me. Before the group, I would find myself getting angrier and angrier and feeling my blood pressure rise. I have managed to use the “STOP” exercise and I can’t believe how much it has helped me.
Harold in Bellevue

Participating in the group has brought me the realization that, although I’m bombarded with distractions regularly, I am able to stop and enjoy the now. It’s a work in progress, but those moments when I pay attention to what’s there, I have found some peace. I’d forgotten how fulfilling that can be. Thank you for re-introducing me to that.
Tom in Seattle

My intention in taking the class was to be in the present moment in my life. The best result is I am NOW AWARE of my thoughts and where they are coming from. I am able to get back to my meditation or what I’m doing for a few moments before more thoughts enter my mind. By meditating a few minutes each day I can easier get back on track. Also, after taking the class I went to see the movie Black Swan. Amazingly, I was able to really focus on the dance movements. Something I had not been able to do before I took your class.
Rosie in Bothell

When I participated in the mindfulness class, I found so many little, positive and simple suggestions and practices that could improve the quality of my day and reduce my stress as the parent of add/adhd children. Mimi has so much experience to offer. I loved the STOP technique, the simple focus on breathing, the Qigong exercises and the emphasis on observing one’s feelings.
Lorraine in Seattle

I really have valued what I have learned in your classes. It has inspired me to want to do more on my own and find other types of opportunities to practice mindfulness in my life. I think you are gifted in this area. Here is a quote I have at my desk I would like to share: “Peace. It does not mean to be in a place where there is no noise, trouble or hard work. It means to be in the midst of those things and still be calm in your heart.”
Pat in Seattle

Just wanted to say what a great group this has been. I always have so much to do and I never take time for myself. This has been a wonderful gargantuan reminder to remember what life is all about. Experiencing it! I’m usually so stressed in the car running all over the place. All I can think about are all the places I need to go and how little time I have to do it all. This sounds weird, but today I felt the steering wheel in my hand for the first time in as long as I can remember and it calmed me down. Now I know what being in the present moment is!
Cris in Seattle

I want to tell you how much I appreciated the warm, safe space you and everyone in the group made. It was so nice to share with everyone. I do the qigong now every morning before I go to work so I don’t feel like I’m scrambling and out of control as soon as I walk in the building. Thank you!
Becky in Everett