Is My Teen Ready for Adulthood? A Guide for Parents of ADHD and Neurodivergent Young Adults

"My 21-year-old still doesn’t know how to manage money or show up to appointments on time. I feel like I failed somewhere along the way."

Sound familiar?

If you’re a parent of a neurodivergent teen or young adult—especially someone with ADHD, executive dysfunction, or anxiety—you’re not alone. The transition from high school to adulthood isn’t one-size-fits-all. And when traditional systems like school or therapy fall short, many young adults struggle to launch.

At Emerging Adulthood Consulting, we meet families in the messy, confusing middle. And we walk with them toward confidence, connection, and independence.

5 Signs Your Young Adult May Need More Support

1. Struggles with time management or daily structure

2. Avoids driving, interviews, or new responsibilities

3. Feels “stuck” or unsure what’s next after high school

4. Has anxiety or meltdowns about adult tasks

5. Relies heavily on caregivers for emotional regulation or executive tasks

These signs don’t mean failure. They’re invitations to support them differently.

Why Traditional Therapy or School Support Often Falls Short

Therapy is essential—but it isn’t always action-oriented.School teaches content—but not always how to function as an adult.

Most systems don’t:

• Practice soft skills in real time

• Teach executive functioning with flexibility

• Build real-world confidence through trial and error

• Involve parents as true partners in the process

That’s where life coaching comes in.

What Life Skills Coaching for Neurodivergent Young Adults Looks Like

At Emerging Adulthood Consulting, we specialize in:

• Executive Functioning Support

• Life Skills Training

• Confidence + Communication Coaching

• Parent Partnership Coaching

Our sessions are compassionate, personalized, and rooted in real-world goals like:

• Getting and keeping a job

• Driving without anxiety

• Navigating college or work transitions

• Building routines that work for their brain

All delivered with cultural awareness, trauma sensitivity, and a coach’s mindset—not a clinical checklist.

How to Know If This Is Right for You

Coaching may be a fit if:

• Your teen or young adult is open to support but struggles with follow-through

• You want a coach, not a therapist—someone to take action alongside them

• You feel overwhelmed or burnt out trying to teach life skills at home

• You’re ready to step into a supportive role without enabling

  
  

Ready to Take the Next Step?

We’re based in Celina, TX and offer virtual sessions across Texas and beyond. Specializing in ADHD, executive functioning, neurodivergence, and late bloomers.

Book a free discovery call today at emergingadulthoodtx.com

Let’s help your young adult build a life they’re proud of—without shame, without fear, and without doing it alone.