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ADHD Coach | Empowering Individuals to Navigate ADHD with Confidence and Strategy. I stay updated with the latest ADHD research and techniques.

I provide compassionate, tailored coaching to understand and navigate ADHD's impacts. Liana Salvucci: Pioneering ADHD Coaching with a Personal Touch

I am Liana Salvucci, a certified ADHD Coach through Gold Mind Academy and a passionate advocate for innovative approaches to ADHD coaching. My journey, underpinned by a deep-seated commitment to understanding and supporting individuals navigating the complexities of ADHD, began at the prestigious La Sapienza University in Rome. This solid academic foundation has been enriched by specialised training from International Teaching Seminars (ITS), Cross Roads Coaching, and Newcastle College. As a proud member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF), I bring to my practice a powerful blend of professional expertise and personal insight, which is deeply influenced by my own experiences with ADHD. These experiences have been instrumental in developing my unique coaching methodology, emphasising resilience, creativity, and empathy. With more than a decade of professional experience, my approach to ADHD coaching is compassionate and effective. I keenly understand ADHD's challenges and how they impact an individual's daily life and well-being. My coaching strategies are tailored to meet each client's unique needs, fostering adaptability and a deep sense of empathy. I aim to empower individuals with ADHD to navigate their challenges with confidence and self-compassion. I am dedicated to transforming the perceived obstacles of ADHD into opportunities for growth and strength, enabling my clients to lead more focused, organised, and fulfilling lives. As I continue to evolve my coaching practice, I am eager to leverage my expertise to assist more individuals affected by ADHD. My commitment to excellence and innovation in ADHD coaching drives me to stay abreast of the latest research and techniques in the field, ensuring that my clients receive the most effective support possible. My credentials, professionalism, and personalised approach make me an ideal partner for anyone looking to overcome the hurdles of ADHD and achieve their full potential.

26/12/2025

Ever noticed how you can hyper-focus for hours on something fascinating but struggle to reply to a two-line email?

That’s not a character flaw.
That’s ADHD motivation in action.

ADHD brains are activated by
Interest
Urgency
Novelty
Connection

Not pressure.
Not shame.
Not “should”.

When we understand this, everything changes.

Instead of fighting our brains, we learn to collaborate with them.

This is a core part of what we explore inside ADHD Group Coaching
designing life systems that work with your brain, not against it.

We’re restarting in January, with a focus on practical tools, shared experiences and real-world strategies that help life feel more manageable and more human.

So I’m curious...
What tends to activate your motivation most: urgency, interest, or connection?

24/12/2025

There is a tiredness that sleep doesn’t fix.

The tiredness of pretending you’re fine during the busiest time of the year.
Of smiling through overwhelm.
Of laughing at the table when your nervous system is overloaded.
Of forcing focus when your mind is screaming for quiet, space, or movement.

Christmas can amplify masking.

Masking isn’t just emotional. It’s neurological labour.
And ADHDers do it daily, often without realising how much energy it costs, especially at this time of year with expectations, noise, socialising and pressure turned up high.

The relief comes when you enter a space where you don’t have to perform.
Where you don’t need to explain.
Where saying “I’m struggling” is met with understanding, not judgment.

This is the power of shared neurodivergent spaces and why ADHD group coaching can be so transformative.

That moment of “oh… It’s not just me.”

Group coaching returns in January, and with it, a space where your authentic self is not only allowed, it’s genuinely welcomed.

As we move through this festive season, I want to wish you a very gentle Christmas.
May you find moments where you can unmask, rest, and be exactly as you are.

What does masking look like for you at Christmas?

22/12/2025

Pausing.
Christmas is a time to rest.

I used to say, “I don’t do rest!!”
I didn’t even know how to spell the word.
Rest? REst? How do you spell rest anyway?

But slowly, something shifted.

I moved from feeling guilty when I rested because I had to,
to seeing rest as a basic human need, not a luxury.

I’ve realised that rest is where my most valuable insights emerge.
It’s where I make my best business decisions.
It’s where I notice things I’d never been aware of before.

Rest, it turns out, has an impressive ROI (return on investment).

Right now, I’m visiting Brazil and reflecting on how pushing through to get more done is often an illusion, one that depletes us even further.

This Christmas, I’m choosing rest.
I’m expressing gratitude to myself, to God, to life, for a life of neurodiversity.
What a gift.

I deserve rest.
We deserve rest.

So I’m curious, what has rest given you that constant pushing never did?

19/12/2025

Dear Inner Critic,

You made me believe that unless I was perfect and flawless, I shouldn’t be seen.
That I shouldn’t have professional photos taken.
That I shouldn’t show up, share my voice, or be present on social media.

I know you were trying to protect me from rejection, from criticism, from being judged.
So thank you for that.

But here’s the truth. I’m not afraid of being seen anymore.
And I know I’m not alone in this.

So many people, especially those with ADHD, struggle with this same inner voice.
And it’s time I share what I’ve learned.

You can rest now.

I’m choosing to live my life, imperfectly and openly. 🤍

15/12/2025

I basically cannot ski…” ⛷️

Part of my ADHD narrative has always been this:
If I’m not good at something, I shouldn’t even try.
If I have to do it, I have to do it well.
So attempting things badly? That felt unbearable.

This weekend, at 52, I decided to try skiing.
After many lessons… I still cannot ski. Really.
I was on the slope, one of the only adults who could barely do anything without the instructor right beside me. And yes—at times it was embarrassing.

But something unexpected happened.

Instead of shame taking over, I noticed how far I’ve come.
My rejection sensitivity didn’t run the show.
I stayed. I tried. I laughed. I didn’t quit.

And the lesson wasn’t about skiing at all.

It was about learning that it’s okay to be bad at things.
That joy doesn’t require competence.
That bravery sometimes looks like wobbling, falling, and trying again anyway.

I’m not called to be perfect.
I’m called to be unstoppable.

And this is what I remind my clients again and again:
Be brave. Enjoy life fully.
Even when your ADHD narrative whispers, “You should be good at this by now.”

You don’t need to be good.
You just need to begin. 💛

12/12/2025

We talk a lot about self-regulation…

But ADHD nervous systems are often co-regulated.

Your calm often arrives through someone else’s presence.

Through being seen.
Through shared laughter.
Through someone saying, “Me too.”

That’s why isolation can feel so dysregulating — and why group energy can feel so healing.

ADHD Group Coaching isn’t just about strategies. It’s about belonging. Feeling mirrored. Feeling held. Feeling normal in a world that constantly tells you you’re not.

Our next round begins in January, and I cannot wait to hold this space again for those who are ready to feel supported, not scrutinised.

Who or what helps your nervous system feel safe and settled?

10/12/2025

Ever noticed how you can hyperfocus for hours on something fascinating…but can’t reply to a two-line email?

That’s not a character flaw.

That’s ADHD motivation in action.

Our brains respond to:
Interest
Urgency
Novelty
Connection

Not pressure. Not shame. Not “should”.

When we understand this, everything changes. Instead of fighting our brains, we collaborate with them.

This is a core part of what we explore inside ADHD Group Coaching — designing life systems that work with your brain, not against it.

We’re restarting in January, and this time the focus is on practical tools, shared experiences and real-world strategies that make life feel more manageable and more human.

What tends to activate your motivation most — urgency, interest, or connection?

09/12/2025

There is a tiredness that sleep doesn’t fix.

The tiredness of pretending you’re fine.

Of laughing when you’re overloaded.

Of forcing focus when your mind is screaming for movement.

Masking isn’t just emotional — it’s neurological labour. And ADHDers do it daily, often without even realising how much it's costing them.

The relief comes when you enter a space where you don’t have to perform.

Where you don’t need to explain.

Where “I’m struggling” is met with understanding, not judgement.

This is the power of shared neurodivergent spaces — and why ADHD Group Coaching is so transformative. That sense of “oh… it’s not just me.”

Group coaching returns in January, and with it, a space where your authentic self is not only allowed — it’s welcomed.

What does masking look like for you in your daily life?

05/12/2025

ADHD doesn’t make us too intense.

Too emotional.
Too scattered.
Too passionate.

It simply gives us more energy than the spaces we’re often placed in can hold.

When an ADHDer is unsupported, that energy turns into overwhelm, self-doubt and shutdown.

But when it’s held — understood — mirrored — something beautiful happens.

We soften.
We regulate.
We expand.

This is why community matters so deeply. In the right group, your intensity becomes insight. Your sensitivity becomes wisdom. Your racing thoughts become creative brilliance.

And this is exactly why I’m so excited that my ADHD Group Coaching programme will be launching again in January — a safe, structured space where neurodivergent minds don’t have to shrink to fit.

You don’t need to be less.
You need to be met.

Where in your life do you feel most able to show up as your full, unfiltered self?

03/12/2025

⚽️ A moment of connection, dopamine & community

Last week, we went to the Arsenal Stadium to watch Senegal vs Brazil — and despite the final score (Brazil win! 🇧🇷), and I am not even Brazilian!!

What stayed with me most wasn’t just the football… it was the feeling of being part of something bigger.

Standing in a sea of people, singing, cheering, laughing and riding the emotional waves together, I felt the electric energy of the crowd. That shared excitement, the collective anticipation, the unity of supporting a team — it was pure connection in motion.
And for my ADHD brain?

Absolute gold.

The novelty, the sensory stimulation, the unexpected moments and the emotional highs delivered a surge of dopamine that carried me through the week. This is something ADHDers often crave — new experiences, shared energy, moments that wake the nervous system up and remind us we’re alive, engaged and part of a living rhythm.

It was a powerful reminder that community isn’t just about support — it’s about shared joy, shared presence and shared emotion.

Whether in a stadium, a coaching circle or everyday life, being part of a group has the potential to regulate, energise and uplift us in ways we can’t always create alone.

Sometimes, the best therapy is a crowd, a chant and a moment of collective celebration.

01/12/2025

✨ A reflection from the Tube this morning…

Heading into work, surrounded by the rhythm of London life, I found myself thinking about the quiet power of belonging. This city, with all its noise, diversity and beautiful complexity, is a living reminder that there is space for every way of being — including neurodivergent minds.
As someone deeply connected to ADHD coaching, I couldn’t help but notice how similar this felt to the energy of a group coaching space.

When ADHDers come together, something shifts. The masking softens. The overwhelm feels lighter. There is relief in being understood without over-explaining. In a group, we mirror each other’s experiences, normalise our struggles and celebrate our brilliance — the creativity, the sensitivity, the intensity, the unique perspective.

The power isn’t just in the coaching itself — it’s in the collective energy, the shared “me too” moments, the realisation that you are not broken, lazy or too much. You are simply wired differently — and that difference is valuable.

Community heals.

Connection regulates.

Belonging transforms.

And sometimes, a crowded tube can quietly remind you just how important that sense of togetherness really is.

21/11/2025

“Perfectionism: ADHD’s secret disguise.” 🎭

It sounds contradictory, doesn’t it?

Messy brain, perfectionist tendencies. But for so many ADHDers, perfectionism runs deep.

We chase “perfect” because we’re terrified of “not enough.”

We delay starting because we can’t bear the idea of failing.

And then we label ourselves “procrastinators.”

But what if it’s not procrastination — it’s protection?

Our brains are trying to keep us safe from judgment, shame, and rejection.

The work isn’t in pushing harder — it’s in softening the fear underneath.

Because the truth is: progress counts more than perfection ever will.

Start messy. Stay curious. Adjust as you go. 🌱

What’s something you’ve been waiting to start until it’s ‘perfect’?

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