"Steve Cogan has helped me to be more successful professionally and personally. Working with Steve, I've been better able to recognize and address the different ways in which my ADD affects my life. He uses practical tools to help me be more focused and effective in my daily life. He is very knowledgeable, compassionate, and respectful and never makes me feel embarrassed or ashamed about my ADD.  He is also helping me to be a better parent to my daughter who has ADD. I highly recommend Steve as a coach to anyone who has ADD or has a child with ADD."

Sam Hahn, Dana Point, CA

"Discovering that I had ADD when I was in my early 30’s was a hard pill to swallow. I was told about ADD coaching, and that eventually led me to Steve Cogan.  Prior to working with him, I had all these thoughts on what coaching would entail, and I was simply blown away on how off the mark I was.  I was thinking it was therapy and he quickly dispelled that.  He also came from a positive direction making me realize that there are so many positive attributes I already had that were directly the result of living with ADD for 30 years.  He assured me that pretty much all people tend to focus on the negative side of things and this overshadows the positives.  That’s what caught me right away. 

I could feel his passion for what he does, and the best part was that he would have me make subtle fundamental changes daily that were far from overwhelming, but the next thing I knew it was 3 months later and things were really starting to change for me.  I never felt a particular moment when it happened, and that was the beauty of working with Steve…the fact that it was fun and never felt like “work.”  What stood out for me was that I could hear him listening to me (I hope that makes sense) and then he would redirect me to the areas that I wouldn’t pay attention to before.  I still had to take all the action and make the changes, but he would help steer me, and would challenge me. 

I really feel it was worth the investment in working with a coach because there’s absolutely no price I can put on how much I’ve grown since I started working with Steve.  I initially signed on for 3 months, but I knew I wanted to keep going since I changed more in those 3 months than I had over the previous 15 years.  All from just having that person to work with, and not feeling that I was on my own.  Thanks very much."

A. P.    Toronto , Canada

Steve helped me to quickly and effectively identify the areas in my life that were challenges and caused me to lose focus.  He provided guidance and excellent support while showing
a genuine sense of commitment and caring.  I would recommend Steve to anyone who is looking for counseling and direction.

Summer 2008 Client   San Clemente, CA

"In our last few sessions I've continued working on scheduling issues, and different ways to motivate myself. Steve taught me a very practical matrix model to put all of my different activities into. I have found it helpful with planning for future goals (which is a big problem for me) because it allows me to visually take in what matters are urgent, and what is important. It also constantly reminds me what I have to plan ahead for and what I need to be doing. The matrix plays into the larger area of focus; breaking tasks down into manageable portions, so I'm not rushed to finish anything. I have often felt that if I'm going to do something, I have to do it all, but among the many things I have learned from Steve, I am slowly starting to see that I can successfully finish something over a period of time."

N. K.  Orange, CA,  7/28/10

"Steve has been very patient with me as I detox from a couple of stressful years. He is an excellent listener and communicator has the ability to synthesize complex issues in a clear and positive way."

R. S. San Clemente, CA   5/25/11

"Steve's coaching helped us set up a homework chart so our son could be reminded of what to do and how to accomplish it. Steve's strategies to approaching homework helped Sammy not feel overwhelmed. We feel Sammy has gained awareness of his unique learning styles and will try new techniques in order to succeed in school."

G. T. Garden Grove, CA 8/19/11

"George's grades have been good. Much better than any other school year. Our son is more responsible most of the time. The process Steve used to develop the contract was methodical and thoughtful."

D. Phillips & M.J. Capodice,  Milwaukee, WI                                      Oct.  19, 2011

"I've seen improvements with study skills, work habits, and overall well being in school work."

George Phillips,  16 years old, Milwaukee, WI                Oct. 19, 2011

"I like working with Steve in part because he brings a more, I don't know, holistic & laid back and sometimes alternative perspective to my problems/issues/growth/etc. We have spoken about dietary considerations and ADD. We've talked about knowing what your priorities are and why, and how they relate to and are reinforced by goals and values and personal & professional goals. We also talk about defining who you are not soley on what you do/need to do. We have also spent time differentiating priorities based on their importance and urgency, how to make goals specific, measureable, and reasonable and asking yourself questions to make better decisions. Between you, my psychiatrist & psychologist, and my parents & my friends & myself, I am slowly making positive changes. I do note that you sometimes are a pinch late, but really like how the hour isn't a hard hour and can go on longer if wanted/needed.

B. C. , 19  years old,  Tustin, CA   Nov. 12, 2011