Executive Function Support

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Building focus, organization, and independence through individualized, child-centered guidance.

Executive function skills are the foundation for learning, independence, and confidence. These skills help children plan, organize, manage time, regulate emotions, follow directions, and complete tasks successfully. When these abilities are strengthened, children are better able to navigate school, responsibilities, and daily life with confidence.

Our Executive Function Support services provide individualized guidance designed to help children develop these essential skills in a calm, supportive environment. Rooted in Montessori principles, our approach respects each child’s developmental pace while providing practical, real-world strategies that promote lasting growth.

How We Support Your Child

Signs Your Child May Benefit From Support

We work with children who may experience:

Difficulty staying focused or completing tasks
Trouble starting or finishing work independently
Disorganization or forgetfulness
Difficulty following multi-step directions
Challenges with time management
Frequent frustration or shutdown during tasks
Difficulty transitioning between activities
Impulsivity or poor self-control
Trouble planning ahead or solving problems

If you’re unsure whether executive function support is right for your child, we are happy to help guide you.

Areas We Address

Individualized support may focus on developing:

Attention and sustained focus
Organization and planning skills
Working memory
Task initiation and completion
Emotional regulation
Flexible thinking
Problem-solving abilities
Self-monitoring skills
Time awareness and management
Independence and responsibility

Each goal is carefully selected based on your child’s strengths, needs, and developmental profile.

Our Approach

What makes Montessori Therapy Services unique is how these skills are taught.

Rather than worksheets or repetitive drills, we guide children through meaningful, hands-on experiences that strengthen executive functioning in real-life contexts. Sessions are:

Child-centered and respectful
Observation-based
Structured yet flexible
Purposeful and practical
Designed to build independence

We believe children develop executive function skills most effectively when they are actively engaged, supported, and empowered in their learning process.

What to Expect

Each session is thoughtfully structured around your child’s individual goals. A typical session may include:

Warm connection and goal review
Guided practice with structured tasks
Strategy coaching and problem-solving practice
Real-life application activities
Reflection and feedback
Parent updates and suggestions

Our goal is to help children build skills they can confidently use in everyday situations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are executive function skills?
Executive function skills are mental processes that help children manage tasks, control impulses, organize information, and regulate emotions. They are essential for learning and independence.

What ages do you serve?
We support children across early childhood and school-age developmental stages.

How long are sessions?
Session length varies based on individual needs and will be discussed during your consultation.

Do you provide evaluations?
Yes. We offer comprehensive evaluations to determine needs and guide individualized planning.

How soon will I see progress?
Progress depends on each child’s individual profile and consistency of support. Our focus is steady, meaningful development that leads to lasting success.

Let’s Support Your Child’s Growth

If you have questions or wonder whether executive function support may benefit your child, we are here to help.

With the right support, children can develop the skills they need to feel confident, capable, and successful.