About Cindy

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Cindy Goldrich, Ed.M., ADHD-CCSP, Online ADHD Coach

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Cindy Goldrich, Ed.M., ADHD-CCSP, is a Mental Health Counselor, ADHD/Executive Function Parent Coach, and Teacher Trainer.

As an ADHD/Executive Function specialist, Cindy is renowned for her passion, compassion, and skills in helping parents and professionals understand the social and emotional impact of ADHD and executive function challenges on learning, motivation, behavior, and the family system.

PHILOSOPHY

When I began coaching teens and college students with ADHD, I quickly discovered that it is often the parents who need the most support. I have met so many wonderful, caring parents who feel at a loss about why they and their children struggle so much. The reality is that love and logic are not sufficient when dealing with the inconsistencies, challenges, and frustrations of raising a child with ADHD. Once the diagnosis is made, the most crucial treatment is parent education and training—you often need a Black Belt in parenting!

In working with parents, my philosophy is simple: “Parent the child you have.” Not the one you thought you would have or the one others say you would have if you just parented their way. Each child is unique, and our role as parents is to understand and support their individual needs.

As the parents I supported began to experience positive change, it became clear that well-meaning, dedicated teachers also lacked the tools, strategies, and insights needed to support their students with ADHD and Executive Dysfunction. This inspired me to develop a Teacher Training program that empowers educators to truly understand their students and support them with compassion and expertise.

I help parents and professionals nurture children through tolerance, empathy, and support, striking a healthy balance of guidance, structure, and discipline. As I often tell parents: “Don’t bend the Universe—too much.” Prepare your children for the real world, but also know when to give them that extra chance they may need.

BIOGRAPHY

Global Training, Coaching and Support Programs:

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Education, Affiliations, Speaking Engagements:

  • Education: Master’s in Education in Counseling Psychology from Columbia University, Teachers College.
  • Certification: ADHD Certified Clinical Service Provider by PESI Evergreen and Coach Certification from the Institute for Certified ADHD Professionals.
  • Advanced Training: Trained with Dr. Edward Hallowell and Dr. Ross Greene.
  • CHADD Board of Directors
  • Notable Committees: Co-Chair: CHADD Education Policy Committee, Member: CHADD Public Policy Committee, CEC/CASE Special Education Legislative Summit, past board member of L.I. International Dyslexia Association
  • Keynote Speaker: Cindy is recognized for her expertise and engaging presentations. She has been an invited speaker at schools and professional conferences nationwide and worldwide, including CHADD, LDA, CEC, ACO, ASHA, and Kazim Trust of Pakistan.

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Cindy’s Books

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ADHD, Executive Function, & Behavioral Challenges in the Classroom

Practical insights, tools, and activities to support the social and emotional education of children who learn differently.

ADHD Executive Function & Behavioral Challenges in the Classroom

8 Keys to Parenting Children with ADHD

This ADHD book is rich with optimism, tips, tools, and action plans to help your children grow into the best version of themselves.