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Founder& Coach
Jessica Hespelt, MEd, ACC
Founder & EF Coach
Jessica Hespelt, MEd, ACC, is a certified ADHD coach, consultant, and educator with over two decades of experience guiding individuals, families, and professionals toward empowered, neurodiversity-affirming lives.
She is the founder of BrainBrakes and the Outreach & Volunteer Coordinator for the award winning ADHD support group, Seattle CHADD. Jessica partners with community organizations like Washington State DSHS to increase access to coaching in local communities and is a founding member of the professional ADHD Coaches Organization (ACO) D&I committee.
Whether you are an individual looking to understand and manage your ADHD, a professional that needs to improve performance , or a student overwhelmed at college, she is here to help.
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Elise Finnan
Social Media & Content Strategist
Content Strategist
Elise is a key part of the creative team shaping BrainBrakes’ digital presence. With a strong commitment to storytelling and uplifting neurodivergent voices, she brings intention and heart to every post, guide, and campaign. Her work ensures that BrainBrakes’ values—accessibility, inclusion, and authenticity—shine through across all platforms.
As our Social Media & Content Strategist, Elise helps translate awareness into action: sharing practical resources, building community, and making sure more people feel seen and supported on their ADHD journeys.
Whether she’s planning content, curating helpful tools, or collaborating with Coach Jess, Elise plays a vital role in growing the affirming, connected space BrainBrakes is proud to offer.