Courtney Wilkens, M.A. Ed.
Therapy Approach & Specialties
At Ann Arbor Therapy & Testing, Courtney’s personalized coaching philosophy honors each client’s unique thinking style. She designs individualized strategies for success, drawing on her extensive background in educational methodologies including Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS), executive function frameworks like Seeing My Time® and Rush Neurobehavioral Curriculum®, emotional regulation through “Capturing Kids Hearts®” and Zones of Regulation, along with specialized ADHD-CCSP coaching techniques.
Courtney work focuses on:
- Executive Function Development
- Navigating Life Transitions
- ADHD Strategy Implementation · Project Management Skills
- Deadline Organization Techniques
- Supporting Neurodivergent Learners
- Overcoming Procrastination Barriers
Courtney recognizes that successful skill-building requires understanding one’s natural cognitive patterns. She creates a supportive environment where clients discover effective ways to manage complex projects, meet deadlines, and accomplish meaningful goals.
Education & Work Experience
Courtney brings over twenty years of experience as a licensed Michigan educator with expertise in curriculum development and student advocacy. Her academic credentials include a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Kansas State University, a Graduate Diploma of Secondary Education from the University of Canberra (Australia), and a Master’s of Art Education from the University of Cincinnati. Her professional journey encompasses extensive work with diverse learning profiles and specialized training in behavioral support frameworks, particularly for neurodivergent individuals across all life stages.
Core Values
Throughout her practice at Ann Arbor Therapy & Testing, Courtney demonstrates her fundamental commitment to client growth through several key principles that guide her approach:
- Cognitive Understanding: Facilitating awareness of one’s thinking patterns and learning preferences.
- Strategic Development: Building customized systems that align with individual cognitive strengths.
- Transitional Mastery: Developing frameworks to navigate life changes with confidence.
- Self-Direction: Fostering independence through skill development and personal agency.
- Practical Application: Focusing on real-world implementation of executive function strategies.
Interesting Facts
When not engaged in her professional work, Courtney enjoys time with her horses, gardening, traveling, and exploring nature. Her connection with the outdoors serves as a guiding force in maintaining her own work-life balance—a principle she incorporates into her coaching philosophy when helping clients discover their own sources of renewal and perspective.