About Nathalie Banfill

Nathalie Banfill wearing glasses and braids smiling in black and white.

Long-term Motivation and Confidence come from within — and I’m here to help you cultivate it.

Credentials and Expertise First

I’m Nat, a certified Life Coach and ADHD Coach with a B.A. in Child Studies (with a concentration in Disabilities), plus certifications in Time Management & Organization — and a second ADHD Coaching certification on the way. I help adults with ADHD live lives that honour their strengths, abilities, and authentic selves.

While many coaches are neurodivergent themselves (which can foster empathy), effective ADHD coaching requires specialized training, evidence-informed strategies, and a deep understanding of how the ADHD brain works. My education, certifications, and professional experience allow me to provide personalized approaches that help clients manage executive function challenges, build sustainable habits, and achieve their goals with clarity and confidence.

My Personal Journey

Like many late-diagnosed adults, I grew up hearing things like, “She’s very smart but needs to apply herself more,” “messy and disorganized,” or “not living up to her potential.” What my teachers didn’t see was how hard I was trying, and maybe you felt the same way.

After years of perfectionism, anxiety, and too many burnouts, I was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult. I also have Auditory Processing Disorder and Autism, which added another layer of challenge. Through my own journey, mentorship, and education, I realized: I wasn’t broken. I was a “lost girl” searching for tools, support, and understanding that actually worked for me.

Who I Work With

I specialize in supporting late-diagnosed adults with ADHD who are tired of burnout, perfectionism, and self-shaming. If you’ve spent years trying to live according to what you think you “must” do or how you think you “should” be, I understand, and I can help.

While I have a deep understanding of late-diagnosed experiences, I also work with adults with ADHD at any stage of diagnosis. Whether you’ve been navigating ADHD for years or were diagnosed more recently, my coaching is designed to meet you where you are and support you in living a life that honours your strengths and abilities.

Don’t have an ADHD diagnosis but struggle with executive functioning and emotional regulation? Executive functions are the brain-based skills that help us plan, prioritize, start tasks, manage time, regulate emotions, and follow through on goals. If you feel overwhelmed, stuck, emotionally reactive, or burned out — even without ADHD or a diagnosis— my coaching can help you build practical strategies, clarity, and confidence in daily life.

How I Help

I help clients:

Challenge internalized shame, masking, and perfectionism
Build a stronger, compassionate relationship with themselves
Listen to their bodies and minds, not just push through
Set goals in manageable steps to prevent burnout
Reclaim energy and focus for what matters most

Working together, my clients start to trust themselves again, feel empowered to make choices aligned with their strengths, and take steps toward a life that feels genuinely theirs.

My Coaching Style

Think of our online sessions as coffee with a professional friend who’s honest, supportive, and cheering you on. My coaching is client-led and grounded in your goals, and I combine compassionate accountability with my professional education, evidence-based tools, and personalized strategies to help you achieve what you want while building independence along the way.

Ready to Get Started?

I offer 1:1 coaching and a free consultation call where we’ll talk about your goals, challenges, and what support would feel most helpful for you. If you’re ready to stop living according to someone else’s expectations and start thriving as yourself, click Get Started to book your free call.

What People Are Saying

Time Management

“Before working with Nathalie, I was overwhelmed and constantly worried about the tasks I was forgetting or falling behind on. Planning felt stressful, and I could never seem to stay organized in a way that lasted.
The Time Management: Laying Foundations program changed that completely. Through Nathalie’s coaching, I discovered personalized tools and strategies that actually work for me. I now have a structured, sustainable approach to managing my responsibilities that fits how my brain works. I’m able to stay better focused, follow through, and adjust my plans without losing control or confidence.
What made the biggest difference was Nathalie’s guidance and support. I now feel fully in control of my schedule and more confident in my ability to manage my time and responsibilities effectively.”
- Erin G.
Sustainable Productivity & Burnout Prevention

“Coaching was new to me. It was different from therapy or counselling, yet it still carried therapeutic value. I am a youth worker and often support young people through difficult seasons, but I do not always apply the same care to myself. My goal with Nathalie was to create intentional rest in my daily life because I could feel the pressure of productivity growing and burnout approaching.
I have started to prioritise myself more. The consistent space to talk about stress, the accountability around my goals, and the gentle reminders throughout the week were genuinely helpful. It encouraged me to experiment with new strategies instead of repeating the same habits that were not serving me. I appreciate the tools Nathalie shared and use them to reframe challenges and work with my brain in a sustainable way.
Working with Nathalie was enjoyable because our sessions felt like a friendly chat over coffee while still giving me structure and real support. My biggest win has been adding a short walk in my neighbourhood to my daily routine. It was a small shift, but it has had a significant impact on my mental and physical wellbeing.”
- Shanna B.
Impulsive Spending

“For years, I was stuck in a cycle of impulsive spending, debt, and stress — no matter how much money I earned. Planning and managing my finances felt impossible, and big purchases would derail me every time.
Through Nathalie’s coaching, I learned about my brain, neurodiversity, and why I was drawn to these spending habits. She guided me to pause, check in with myself, and make intentional decisions instead of reacting impulsively. I discovered strategies that actually work for me and my unique brain.
The results: I paid off my line of credit six months ago, and it has stayed at zero. Impulsive spending has dramatically improved, and I now feel more in control of my money and confident in my financial decisions.”
- Erin G.