Kayla and her pets Blue, Frank and Stevie in her kitchen at home

Hi, I’m Kayla.

I’m a late diagnosed ADHDer, professional cat herder (a.k.a Project Manager), amateur web developer and a specialised ADHD coach in training.

I spent my ENTIRE life thinking something was wrong with me, so much so it led me down the self development path (almost 5 years ago now) where I decided enough was enough and I was going to sort my sh*t out. 

Well, I’m almost there. As much as I can be anyways, and I know I have a lot to offer the world and hope that my experiences, training and overall charm can help you do the same. 

I live in Napier, New Zealand, with my partner, our two dogs Blue & Frank and our sassy little Stevie cat. I love all things live music, movies/TV shows and a decent trashy detective novel.

I place very high value in my own personal development & education, see below for a snippet of my qualifications:

  • Working towards CCE-ICF ADHD Coaching Certification

  • Bachelor of Building Science (Project Management)

  • ASIST - Suicide Intervention Skills Certification

  • Certificate in Counselling Skills

  • Leadership Development Certification

I’m proud to be undergoing certification under the CCE-ICF Continuing Coaching Education with Gold Mind Academy

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After almost a decade in construction, I started seeing patterns and familiar behaviour showing a huge lack of understanding, awareness and knowledge around our mental health & wellbeing and what we can do about it.

I’ve invested thousands into myself to upskill, learn & grow, and I want to do the same for you.

I combine my years of learning with my lived experience in areas such as ADHD, PTSD, anxiety, suicide prevention & awareness training as well as being a leader and a project manager.

I am neuro-affirming, a proud ally to the LGBTQI+ community and have deep respect and admiration for other cultures.

Little photo dump from a lovely 4 day long weekend here in Hawkes Bay ✨️ we didn't go away as both had a lot of work to do, but still managed to make the most of that glorious sun 😎 Feeling refreshed and ready (and a tiny bit anxious) for a massive
Little photo dump from a lovely 4 day long weekend here in Hawkes Bay ✨️ we didn't go away as both had a lot of work to do, but still managed to make the most of that glorious sun 😎 Feeling refreshed and ready (and a tiny bit anxious) for a massive week ahead, doing my first keynote speaking gig on Thursday! Hope everyone enjoyed their Labour Weekend &/or HB Anniversay #longweekend #holiday
It's a public holiday where I am today, but I have honestly never worked so hard on anything in my life 😅 Putting my EVERYTHING into Thrive. I'm so passionate about making ADHD education accessible and spreading the word. Here's a little sneaky peek into my course I am building, launching soon 🚀🙏✨️ I've got presales open for a discounted price until the end of the month 🙌❤️ website in bio ✅️ #adhd #adhdtiktok #adhdinwomen #adhdawareness #spookyseason #onlinebusiness #coach #adhdcoach
She's ready! head to my website and your hands on my *updated* free ebook. This will teach you what ADHD actually is, how it might show up in your day-to-day life, and what you can do to help manage the spiky days ✨️ #adhd #coaching #adhdawareness #mentalhealth #adhdcoach #free #download
Yup, I do 1:1 coaching sessions! ✅️ A coach can help you to understand your ADHD and how it shows up in your day-to-day life. ✅️ A coach can help you identify your strengths and learn how to maximise them for long-term success. ✅️ A coach can help you to THRIVE and to truly accept yourself and this (at times) incredibly challenging condition. ✅️ A coach can help you navigate supporting a loved one with their ADHD journey. ❌️ What I won't do is try to force neurotypical standards on you. ❌️ Judge you for your struggles ❌️ push through with coaching if I believe you'd be better off with professional medical/psychiatric help I've worked incredibly hard to get to where I am in my journey, so let me help you do the same ✨️🚀 #adhd #coaching #pros #cons #adhdawareness #mentalhealth
Made this little clip to catch some BTS material. It wasn't until watching it back that I realised how much I was moving 🤣 I've not had any medication today as we started the day with a small run (first for me in AGES 🥵), I was feeling good & naturally motivated. Funny, I remember my initial response to my therapist when she asked if I had ADHD was "Na, I'm not fidgety..." Suuuuure Jan 😉 Since then, I've learnt how much I need to move. I've stopped trying to make myself "sit still" and just embrace the fidgeting! ***----***---*** 👋 I'm Kayla, and I'm an ADHD coach. Head to my link in bio to get your mits on my earlybird presales for the new course I have launching soon!! #adhd #adhdcoach #hyperactive #fidget #medicine #exercise
She's almost ready!!! Are you sick of feeling overwhelmed, unregulated, or scattered because of your ADHD? Maybe you were diagnosed late in life and are trying to make sense of it all or were diagnosed young but never given the right tools to take control. What if I told you there was a way to turn that chaos into confidence? A way to help you go from barely keeping up to absolutely thriving? In Overwhelm to Empowerment, you'll learn how to harness your ADHD instead of fighting against it. It will cover: ✅️ the basics and what it actually is, ✅️ how it shows up in your day to day life ✅️ managing rejection sensitivity (RSD) ✅️ emotional regulation ✅️ how to identify your strengths and the positives that can come with ADHD ✅️ general tips, tricks, and techniques to help you move through a world made for NTs I'm SO excited to see this launch, head to my link in bio to secure the early bird discounted price (in honour of ADHD Awareness Month) of only $97NZD 🔥🔥 That's less than a counselling session, and I promise you there will be so much value for you or your loved ones ❤️ #adhd #awareness #training #learning #education #online #course #coaching #viral
Today, I'll still show up and do the work, but I know I won't be anywhere near as productive AND THAT'S OKAY 💕💕 Old me would have been super critical of myself (despite smashing out an insane amount of work). I'll have focussed on what I didn't do vs. what I actually did. Reminder to celebrate the small wins and be kind on yourself ✨️ *it's been chilly AF here this week, that spring Arctic blast has been brutal. My furbabies are my thermometer. The colder it is, the closer they are 🤣 #adhd #superpower #kryptonite #exhausted #rest
Another moment for these new branding photos by @florencecharvinphotographer Feeling very professional and put together 💕 I'm working on something pretty amazing behind the scenes, putting together an online course to help people understand wha
Another moment for these new branding photos by @florencecharvinphotographer Feeling very professional and put together 💕 I'm working on something pretty amazing behind the scenes, putting together an online course to help people understand what ADHD is, how it shows up, and what you can do to help it. It's going to be affordable, accessible and easy to digest. It's the all-in-one I wish I had when I started down this journey, and all for less $$ than a single therapy session. If you want to know more, send me a message ✨️ #adhdcoach #adhd #wellbeing #specialist #consulting #onlinecourses #digitalproducts #squarespace
Finally got around to giving the website a bit of love with my new photos from @florencecharvinphotographer today. Pretty happy with how it's looking 🔥🔥 Massive shout out to my gal @livfrostxx from @liveinfivenz Web design for her genius creativity in making my dream come true 🙌 Let me know what you think! (Link to website in bio) #adhd #coaching #webdesign #update #fresh
🔥hot tip incoming🔥 When the emotions start to bubble over, or the rejection sensitivity kicks in (IYKYK), or your brain has gone hard out into overwhelm, an incredible framework to use is the H.A.L.T.S.H.B What is this? 🛑 stop, pause, and tak
🔥hot tip incoming🔥 When the emotions start to bubble over, or the rejection sensitivity kicks in (IYKYK), or your brain has gone hard out into overwhelm, an incredible framework to use is the H.A.L.T.S.H.B What is this? 🛑 stop, pause, and take a minute to assess what is *actually* going on. Check in with yourself, and ask the following - am I: H - Hungry? A - Angry? L - Lonely? T - Tired? S - Stressed? H - Hormonal? B - Bored? We ADHD brains are wired for interest. We have a natural shortage of dopamine and are notorious for constantly trying to seek it out. So much so that we can let our basic needs slide. Honestly, the amount of times I've felt myself start to wind up internally only to realise I was just thirsty or I just needed to move my body 😅 I wish I'd had this knowledge years ago, it would have saved me a whole lot of issues 🫠 If this resonates with you or you want to dive in and learn more about it, head to my link in bio to book a FREE discovery call 📞 #adhd #adhdcoach #ADHDAwarenessMonth #emotions #regulation #coaching
Little photo dump from a lovely 4 day long weekend here in Hawkes Bay ✨️ we didn't go away as both had a lot of work to do, but still managed to make the most of that glorious sun 😎 Feeling refreshed and ready (and a tiny bit anxious) for a massive
It's a public holiday where I am today, but I have honestly never worked so hard on anything in my life 😅 Putting my EVERYTHING into Thrive. I'm so passionate about making ADHD education accessible and spreading the word. Here's a little sneaky pe
She's ready! head to my website and your hands on my *updated* free ebook. This will teach you what ADHD actually is, how it might show up in your day-to-day life, and what you can do to help manage the spiky days ✨️ #adhd #coaching #adhdawarenes
Yup, I do 1:1 coaching sessions! ✅️ A coach can help you to understand your ADHD and how it shows up in your day-to-day life. ✅️ A coach can help you identify your strengths and learn how to maximise them for long-term success. ✅️ A coach can he
Made this little clip to catch some BTS material. It wasn't until watching it back that I realised how much I was moving 🤣 I've not had any medication today as we started the day with a small run (first for me in AGES 🥵), I was feeling good &
She's almost ready!!! Are you sick of feeling overwhelmed, unregulated, or scattered because of your ADHD? Maybe you were diagnosed late in life and are trying to make sense of it all or were diagnosed young but never given the right tools to tak
Today, I'll still show up and do the work, but I know I won't be anywhere near as productive AND THAT'S OKAY 💕💕 Old me would have been super critical of myself (despite smashing out an insane amount of work). I'll have focussed on what I didn't
Another moment for these new branding photos by @florencecharvinphotographer Feeling very professional and put together 💕 I'm working on something pretty amazing behind the scenes, putting together an online course to help people understand wha
Finally got around to giving the website a bit of love with my new photos from @florencecharvinphotographer today. Pretty happy with how it's looking 🔥🔥 Massive shout out to my gal @livfrostxx from @liveinfivenz Web design for her genius creativ
🔥hot tip incoming🔥 When the emotions start to bubble over, or the rejection sensitivity kicks in (IYKYK), or your brain has gone hard out into overwhelm, an incredible framework to use is the H.A.L.T.S.H.B What is this? 🛑 stop, pause, and tak

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