Lake Forest IL ODD Coaching

A Learning and Behavior Therapist's ODD Coaching for Lake Forest Families to Turn Power Struggles Into Cooperation

Elizabeth Sharpe, M.Ed. provides virtual ODD coaching for Lake Forest families with children ages 4–25 — so families can replace daily battles with collaboration built on understanding, not control.

Free discovery call · Private-pay · FSA/HSA may apply · Payment plans

  • 30+ years — child development and behavior experience
  • M.Ed. credentialed — Learning and Behavior Therapist
  • 100% virtual — sessions from home, anywhere in the U.S.
  • Free discovery call — check fit before committing
  • Lake Forest School District 67 and Lake Forest High School District 115 — school-support steps below

Yes, Elizabeth Sharpe works with Lake Forest, IL families on ODD coaching.

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Elizabeth Sharpe, M.Ed.

Learning and Behavior Therapist

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Lake Forest School District 67 and Lake Forest High School District 115 serve Lake Forest-area families. Elizabeth Sharpe offers virtual ODD coaching that runs alongside whatever school supports Lake Forest School District 67 and Lake Forest High School District 115 provide, with no commute for Lake Forest-area families.

🌐 100% Virtual — No Commute 📍 Serving Lake Forest + Lake County Ages 4–25 🎓 M.Ed. Credentialed

Lake Forest Families and Lake Forest School District 67 and Lake Forest High School District 115: Where ODD Coaching Fits

What Lake Forest School District 67 and Lake Forest High School District 115 publish about requesting school supports, and how coaching runs alongside them.

Section 504 requests: Lake Forest School District 67

District 67 says any parent, staff member, or student can request an evaluation for a 504 plan, and written requests go to the building principal or school psychologist.

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Special education referrals: Lake Forest School District 67

Any parent, staff member, or student can request a special education evaluation, and written requests go to the student's teacher or building principal.

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When a student struggles: Lake Forest High School District 115

The Student Services Department shared by Lake Forest Districts 67 and 115 says it provides supports through a multi-tiered system of supports, with more intensive help through 504 services and special education.

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Special education referrals: Lake Forest High School District 115

District 115 publishes its special education procedures online, covering Child Find, evaluation and determination of eligibility, individualized education programs, and procedural safeguards.

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Testing season in Illinois

Illinois' spring 2027 Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) for grades 3–8 closes April 2 for paper testing and April 16 for online testing.

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Deer Path Middle School

Every District 67 student attends Deer Path Middle School for grades 5 through 8, with grades 5 and 6 and grades 7 and 8 on separate campuses at 95 W. Deerpath in Lake Forest.

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ODD Coaching with Elizabeth Sharpe is private-pay and separate from any school plan. Elizabeth works with the family, not the school.

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Who She Works With

Parents of Neurodiverse Children, Ages 4–25

Elizabeth works with parents who struggle with inattention, impulsivity, and emotional regulation — and need practical, compassionate guidance to create structure at home. She helps families who value connection and progress over perfection.

🌐 All Virtual 🎓 M.Ed. Credentialed Ages 4–25 🏠 Parent Coaching Too

Are You Experiencing These Challenges?

Constant Power Struggles

Nearly every request turns into an argument, no matter how small or reasonable it seems.

Explosive Reactions to “No”

A simple limit can trigger a full-blown battle — leaving parents feeling like they're walking a tightrope.

A Family Under Strain

Constant conflict wears down the whole household, not just the parent-child relationship.

With over 30 years of experience helping neurodiverse students thrive, Elizabeth Sharpe, M.Ed. uses neurocognitive, strength-focused ODD coaching to turn daily power struggles into achievable steps toward cooperation. She understands how exhausting it feels to fight the same battles every day — and she has the tools to help your family move from conflict toward real, lasting partnership.

The 3-Step Plan to Transform Family Life

1

Book a Free Discovery Call

Share your family’s needs and goals.

2

Personalized Coaching Plan

Practical tools and milestones built for your child.

3

Calm, Focus & Progress

Watch your child build habits that last.

ODD Coaching Pricing

Pricing is personalized. On a free discovery call, Elizabeth recommends a plan and session frequency for the family before any commitment.

  • The family’s goals
  • The child’s or teen’s needs
  • Session frequency

Coaching is a private-pay service. Payment plans are available, and FSA/HSA eligibility depends on the plan.

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Build Focus, Calm, and Confidence at Home

Start your family's journey toward structure and peace with personalized ODD coaching.

What Parents Are Saying

“Our child’s behavior and mood improved as I implemented her coaching. Our bond is stronger.”

Antoinette Herron
Parent & Behavioral Therapist

“More progress in one semester than two years alone in the school setting.”

Stephanie Siegmund
Parent

“Elizabeth didn’t just give us strategies — she helped us become a team again.”

Ileana Merlos
Parent
Elizabeth Sharpe, M.Ed.

Elizabeth Sharpe, M.Ed.

Elizabeth is a Learning and Behavior Therapist and founder of Sharpe Successful Solutions, LLC. With over 30 years of experience, she helps neurodiverse children and their families build confidence, independence, and lasting skills through personalized coaching.

M.Ed. 30+ Years 8 States + Canada All Virtual
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ODD Coaching FAQ

How much does ODD coaching with Elizabeth cost?+
Pricing is personalized for each family's goals and needs. During your free discovery call, Elizabeth will recommend the right plan and session frequency.
What does ODD coaching do differently from traditional discipline?+
Traditional discipline often escalates defiance rather than reducing it. Coaching uses collaborative strategies that work with your child's brain, not against it.
How is ODD coaching different from therapy?+
Coaching targets daily strategies and parent skills; therapy addresses underlying emotional needs. The two work well together.
When will we see progress with ODD coaching?+
Many families notice improvements within 4–6 weeks of consistent practice and strategy use.
Do parents take part in ODD coaching with Elizabeth?+
Yes — parent involvement is central to ODD coaching, since consistency at home is what makes new strategies stick.

Lake Forest ODD Coaching FAQ

Can ODD coaching work alongside a 504 plan or IEP in Lake Forest School District 67 and Lake Forest High School District 115?+
Yes. ODD Coaching is private-pay coaching that runs separately from any school plan, so a family can use both. Elizabeth works with the family, not the school, so families bring what they learn in coaching to school conversations themselves.
How does Illinois testing season affect ODD coaching?+
Illinois' spring 2027 Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) for grades 3–8 closes April 2 for paper testing and April 16 for online testing. Sessions are 100% virtual, so families can plan them around the school year.

Get ODD Coaching in Lake Forest

All sessions are online. Private-pay — payment plans available.

ODD Coaching is a private-pay service and is not covered by insurance. Payment plans are available.

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