Evan Hartley

Coach & Behavioral Specialist

Mr. Evan Hartley received his Bachelors in Communications from Rhode Island College. He has spent the last 14 years working as a coach, a behavioral specialist and a milieu therapist in settings ranging from emergency departments, pediatric inpatient units, home based treatment and day programs. Evan is currently enrolled in a Masters of Social Work program at the University of Denver with a plan to pursue his doctorate in psychology.

Evan has experience with pediatric and adult patients with every disorder including autism, anxiety, ADHD, depression, bipolar, psychotic disorders and obsessive compulsive disorder. The years of work experience in both structured programs and emergency settings has translated into his strong balance of empathy and equanimity. Evan’s natural ability to meet clients where they are while working toward clear goals is unparalleled.

Client Coaching -Evan will meet clients to work with their strengths while building resiliency and confidence in coping with a psychiatric disorder. From coaching around panic disorder to executive function issues, depression and autism spectrum challenges, Evan can work locally in Rhode Island, virtually in any state, and will come to clients across the country for intensive work, if desired.

Parent Coaching Program -This program supports parents and caregivers of emerging adult children diagnosed with complex psychiatric disorders, guiding them in how to support this stage of their child’s autonomy. Evan will meet weekly with parents or caregivers supporting goals, setting limits when needed and helping parents protect their own health needs so they can be present for their children. He can help repair any issues that may have emerged as families coped with new or chronic diagnoses.

Coaching FAQs

What Is Coaching?

It is important to note that coaching is not therapy. Coaching is not a replacement for traditional therapy or psychiatry. Therapists and psychiatrists help clients process emotions, gain insight and address medical or clinical concerns. Coaches help clients translate those insights into action by providing accountability, structure, real-world support, and hands-on skill development.

Coaching is a practical, action-oriented service focused on helping individuals and families create meaningful change in their daily lives.

Unlike traditional office-based services, coaching often happens in real-world environments where challenges actually occur. Our coaching team will help you build new habits, improve communication, and create sustainable systems for success.

How Is Coaching Different From Therapy?

While coaching and therapy may address many of the same life challenges, they serve different functions.

Therapy Generally Focuses On: 

• Diagnosing and treating mental health conditions

• Processing trauma and emotional experiences

• Clinical interventions and treatment plans

Coaching Generally Focuses On:

• Implementing practical solutions

• Building routines and accountability

• Skill development and habit formation

• Improving communication and relationships

• Real-world application of therapeutic goals

• Navigating challenges in home, school, work, and community settings

Therapy often helps individuals understand why they struggle. Coaching helps individuals develop and practice how to move forward.

Many clients benefit from receiving both services simultaneously.

What are your areas of specialization?

• ADHD and executive function challenges

• Anxiety and OCD

• Depression

• Motivation and accountability challenges

• Executive functioning difficulties

• Issues with social skills

• Family conflict including parent-child communication difficulties

• Young adult independence and life transitions

• Professional and executive performance concerns

• Relationship and communication challenges

Where are coaching services available?

Because coaching does not involve the practice of psychotherapy, coaching services can be provided nationally and internationally when needed.This flexibility allows us to support individuals, families, students, professionals, and organizations regardless of where they are located.

Is coaching covered by insurance?

Because it is not a clinical service, coaching is typically not covered by insurance. However, the pace of recovery with the addition of a coach can often lower costs for families struggling with complex issues. The goal of adding coaching to therapy is to rapidly accelerate function and recovery.  For many clients, the accelerated progress means coaching ultimately pays for itself in reduced treatment length and overall cost of care.

**Coaching is not psychotherapy, counseling, medical treatment, or crisis intervention. Coaching services are intended to complement and not replace appropriate medical, psychiatric, or mental health care.**