SIG: Coaching for Neurodiversity

As the first ICF Neurodiversity Special Interest Group (SIG), we offer a dedicated virtual space to explore coaching for clients who identify with ADHD, Autism, and related neurodivergent traits. We are a trauma-informed peer coach development group that supports intersectionality discussions within our content. Note: If you are looking for the ICF NYC ADHD Coach Cafe, you are in the right place, as we have transitioned to this more inclusive SIG format.

Benefits of joining a Neurodiversity SIG session:

❤️  Coach Inclusiveness: These events offer something for all coaches — whether you’re a seasoned ADHD coach or want to expand your skills to serve clients in this area better.  All levels of credentials are welcome, including those in training for ACC.

💡 Practical Skills: Each session features practical tools, real-world case discussions, and community insight to help you coach with nuance, compassion, and confidence.

🎓 Included CCEUs: There is no additional cost for ICF NYC members to get CCEU credits. Just show up and participate via chat or on-camera 80% of the time to get credit.

💬 Larger Community: Join our community to stay in the loop between sessions. You can come to a session or join the main WhatsApp group to get the link.  

September Theme: Coaching Neurodivergent Clients Through Diagnosis & Disclosure 

Join our ICF Neurodiversity SIG leader, Minal Kamlani, for a practical, trauma-informed session designed to strengthen your coaching toolkit. Whether navigating a late-in-life diagnosis or supporting a child through the process, neurodivergent individuals and families often face complex questions around when, how, and whether to share diagnostic information. From internalized stigma to fears of judgment or misunderstanding, disclosure can feel risky—even when it’s empowering.  This session will support coaches working with both ND adults and parents of ND children.

What we will explore:
– Supporting clients through the emotional impact of diagnosis
– Coaching around disclosure decisions in personal, school, and workplace contexts
– Tools for helping parents process their child’s diagnosis

Co-Hosts:  

SIG Leaders Minal Kamlani and Rachel Katz—both long-time New Yorkers—share a commitment to trauma-informed coaching and specialize in neurodiversity. Minal brings a corporate and intersectional lens to her work, while Rachel focuses on supporting families who are navigating neurodiversity.

• Minal Kamlani leans into executive & internal coaching given her corporate background and brings lived experience to intersectional (BIPOC & LGBTQ) conversations.

• Rachel Katz also draws on her corporate background but focuses on supporting parents & teens navigating ADHD.

Together, Minal & Rachel bring complementary perspectives and a shared passion for fostering impactful, inclusive coaching spaces.

Disclaimer: The information discussed is for informational and educational purposes only. This is not a forum to seek medical advice, and attendees are reminded of the importance of respecting the boundaries between coaching and therapy or mental health counseling and of making referrals to qualified professional experts where appropriate or seeking their guidance. ICF NYC is not liable for risks, issues, or costs associated with using or acting upon any of the information provided at these events.

CCEU eligibility and issuance

In accordance with ICF guidance, in order to receive CCEUs for ICF NYC events, you must attend a minimum of 80% of the event whether virtual or in-person. 

CCEU certificates are not awarded for attending less than the 80% threshold or for watching recordings.

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