Neural Revolution
ADHD Coaching, Consulting & Training
Who Dr. Eliza Works Best With
I work best with high-energy, driven adults who are accomplished but want more — more impact, more fulfillment, and more sustainable success without burning out.
My clients are often creatives, entrepreneurs, and professionals with combined-presentation ADHD who have already embraced their brain wiring
and are ready to do things differently.
They’re motivated to take action, eager to experiment, and open
to shifting the systems that aren’t serving them.
Dr. Eliza's Specialties
ADHD-Friendly
Goal-Setting
Creator of the DREAMS™ framework, a flexible and emotionally resonant alternative to SMART goals that actually works for ADHD brains.
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Entrepreneurship &
Leadership
Coaching ADHD entrepreneurs who are transitioning out of corporate America or want to scale their impact while keeping life manageable.
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Productivity & Motivation Science
Leverages the Cognitive Energetic Model of ADHD alongside Dr. William Dodson’s INCUP model (Interest, Novelty, Challenge, Urgency, Passion) and executive function research to help clients design work that sticks.
Environmental & Systems Design
Helping clients create ADHD-friendly structures, workflows, and environments that reduce friction and support consistent follow-through.
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Harnessing Strengths for Sustainable Success
Helping clients channel creativity, intuition, and hyperfocus while avoiding pitfalls like all-or-nothing cycles or burnout.
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Coaching
Supervision
Providing professional supervision and consultation for ADHD coaches seeking to refine their practice, expand their skills, and grow with confidence.
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My Journey: From ADHD Diagnosis to Entrepreneur
Understanding the neurodivergent brain in a neurotypical world is more than my profession—it’s my lived reality. Diagnosed with ADHD at seventeen, I approached my diagnosis the same way I approach everything in life: with curiosity and determination to uncover the “how” and “why” behind it all.
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Rather than viewing ADHD as only a set of challenges, I began to see it as a unique operating system—one that required the right instructions to unlock its full potential. This perspective shaped my path as a nationally ranked gymnast and Division 1 athlete, and when an injury redirected my trajectory, that same ADHD resilience propelled me into academia. I earned my Ph.D. in cognitive psychology, diving deep into how attention, memory, decision-making, and communication work.
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Teaching at SUNY Albany and Skidmore College gave me the chance to translate complex science into practical insight, but academia’s limits quickly became clear. As a creative, independent ADHD brain, I realized I wasn’t meant to stay in the ivory tower. My true calling wasn’t just studying the brain—it was applying that knowledge to help people thrive.
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That realization led to Neural Revolution: a place where cognitive psychology meets lived experience. I founded this practice to help high-achieving ADHD professionals harness their unique brain chemistry as a strength instead of a barrier.
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But my work doesn’t stop there. ADHDers are still underserved, and coaching—while powerful—can feel isolating and unsupported. I’m deeply passionate about changing that. That’s why I also provide supervision for ADHD coaches: creating space for them to refine their skills, build confidence, and grow thriving practices. Coaching doesn’t come with a built-in roadmap, and I want other coaches to feel supported as they do this meaningful work.
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Because at its core, Neural Revolution isn’t just about helping individuals succeed—it’s about strengthening the entire ADHD coaching community so that more people with ADHD can access the care, strategies, and support they deserve.
Education & Certifications
Doctor of Philosophy Cognitive Psychology
2021 – State University of New York at Albany
Professional Fellow, Institute of Coaching (McLean Hospital, Harvard Medical School Affiliate)
Bachelor of Arts Psychology
2016 – State University of New York at Albany
Master of Arts Psychology
2018 – State University of New York at Albany
2025 – This distinction recognizes advanced coaches and scholars making impactful contributions to coaching science and practice. It signifies excellence through rigorous academic, professional, and research-based criteria, and affirms a commitment to translating evidence-based coaching into real-world results.
Board Certified Coach (BCC)
2024 –The Board Certified Coach (BCC) signifies excellence in professional coaching through extensive training, testing, and experience. This certification confirms a coach's adherence to high professional standards and dedication to ethical practice and growth.
Speaking & Workshops
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2025 Securely Attached Podcast with Dr. Sarah Bren– What every parent needs to know about ADHD: Brain science, behavior and real life strategies
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2025 Neurodivergent Report– ADHD Support Beyond SMART Goals
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2025 ADHD Entrepreneur Summit– The Science of Why ADHDers Are So Well Suited for Entrepreneurship
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2025 International Online Conference on ADHD– When SMART Goals Fall Short: Rethinking Goal-Setting Strategies for ADHDers
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2025 Annual American Professional Society of ADHD and Related Disorders (APSARD)– Beyond Deficits: Insights From Current Research on ADHD Strengths and Their Significance
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2024 ADDA TADD Talk Speaker – Leveraging ADHD Hyperfocus While Preventing Hyperfocus Mishaps and Hangovers
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2024 Professional Training Institute Speaker – A Deep Dive Into ADHD: Science, Strengths, and a Framework For Solutions
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2023 ADHD Women’s Palooza– The Science Behind Attention & Creativity in ADHDers
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2023 Women’s Mental Health Consortium– A Deep Dive Into ADHD: Acknowledging Challenges While Bolstering Neurodivergent Strengths
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2023 Chew On It Podcast– Talking Self-Trust with a Licensed Therapist and a Cognitive Psychologist
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2022 In Flow Expert In Residence– Working Memory and ADHD
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2022 In Flow Webinar Speaker– Managing Hyperfocus
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Featured Research Projects
Risk-Takers & Innovators: The ADHD-Creativity Connection
Most studies on Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) tend to emphasize its challenges and impairments. However, this project focuses on exploring the potential creative benefits linked to ADHD symptoms, specifically investigating how characteristics typically seen as drawbacks may actually boost creativity in certain contexts. I am especially keen on understanding how the risk-taking behavior often exhibited by individuals with ADHD may act as a catalyst for enhanced creative achievements.
The Neurodiversity Advantage: Empirical Evidence of ADHD Strengths
Most ADHD research focuses on deficits and impairments. This project takes a different approach by systematically reviewing empirical evidence for ADHD-related strengths. Our findings reveal three consistently documented advantages: creativity/cognitive flexibility, hyperfocus (intense concentration on interesting tasks), and entrepreneurial tendencies. Additional strengths include high energy, enhanced sensory processing, and resilience. This work challenges the traditional deficit paradigm, supporting a neurodiversity framework that views ADHD as a different, not deficient, neurological variation. By highlighting these evidence-based strengths, we aim to transform clinical practice toward strength-based approaches that better serve individuals with ADHD.