Just Believe Recovery, PA & Florida
“Dr Cali Estes was a joy to have at our center. We received a lot of amazing feedback from our staff and loved the breakout sessions.”
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Clinical Director
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Become A Nationally Certified Adolescent Addiction and Motivation Coach
Help Teens Heal, Rewire, and Reclaim Their Future With You as Their Coach
Fully accredited. Globally recognized. Built for the next generation of Addiction & Mental Health Professionals.
What Is The Certified Adolescent Addiction & Motivation Coach Training Program?
This Training Program is designed for coaches who want to work with teens and young adults struggling to find direction in life. Whether the challenge is academics, sports, addiction, body image issues, stress, anxiety, or other obstacles, this program provides the tools to help young people get “unstuck” and flourish.
One growing issue is known as “Failure to Launch Syndrome.” This describes teens or young adults (sometimes well into their 30s or 40s) who still live at home, work sporadically—or not at all—and may be caught up in video games, drugs, or alcohol. We are the only certification program that specifically trains coaches to address these issues at the intersection of mental health and addiction, where therapy alone often falls short. Coaches are increasingly stepping in to fill this critical gap.
Today’s teens and young adults face rising levels of anxiety, depression, and identity struggles, much of it amplified by social media platforms like Instagram, Snapchat, and Facebook. The pressure to look perfect, be “liked,” and constantly achieve more has led to increased rates of depression, anxiety, fear of failure, and even suicidal thoughts. Our program equips you to address these issues safely and effectively.
Key Topics & Teachings Include:
Foundations of Coaching Adolescents
Mastering the 11 Core Competencies of Coaching (ICF standards)
Knowing the difference between coaching skills and Motivational Interviewing
Adapting approaches: motivational tactics, moderate confrontation, responsive therapies
Understanding the Teen & Young Adult Experience
Exploring what motivates teens versus young adults
Identifying why this population often feels “stuck” in life
Recognizing the impact of helicopter, snowplow, and lawnmower parenting styles
Mental Health
& Risk Factors
Identifying underlying issues: depression, anxiety, ADHD
Recognizing signs of substance use, gaming, and internet addictions
Understanding trauma, ACEs, and their effects on development
Identity, Body, and Belonging
Supporting clients with gender identity and LGBTQ+ considerations
Addressing Eating Disorders and body dysmorphia
Helping clients navigate toxic peer groups and bullying issues
Family & Social Dynamics
Involving families in the coaching process while creating healthy boundaries
Encouraging positive support systems and social activities
Helping families work through inter-family challenges
Growth, Goals & Resilience
Overcoming procrastination, burnout, and social pressures
Guiding clients in setting education, work, and financial goals
Using tools like vision boards and bucket lists to inspire progress
Core Learning Objectives
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
Apply coaching competencies and adapt approaches to client needs.
Identify risk factors such as addiction, trauma, and mental health concerns.
Facilitate healthy family involvement and social support systems.
Analyze developmental challenges unique to teens and young adults.
Support identity, belonging, and resilience in diverse populations.
Guide clients in setting goals, building plans, and sustaining growth.
Here’s Exactly What You’ll Get When You Enroll
Nationally Certified Adolescent Addiction and Motivation Coach Training (20 CEUs)
Each course is designed to meet the global standards, with clear objectives, real-world application, and evidence-based frameworks. You’ll study:
Session One:
Understanding & Coaching The Modern Teen
In this opening session, Dr. Cali Estes introduces core coaching principles while exploring the psychological and generational factors shaping today’s teens. You’ll learn how technology, social media, and identity pressures create challenges, hear Dr. Cali’s personal story, and gain tools to help teens build confidence and real-world success.
Session Two:
Teen Motivation & Coaching Tactics
In this session, Dr. Cali Estes explores the psychology of motivation and strategies for working with resistant teens. You’ll learn motivation theories, mindset and behavior-shifting techniques, and practical coaching tools to help teens move from helplessness to empowered action.
Session Three:
Parenting Pitfalls & Substance Awareness
This session builds on coaching teens and young adults through motivational blocks. Dr. Cali Estes covers drive, anxiety, ADHD, resistance-reframing strategies, brain-based techniques, and Maslow’s Hierarchy, giving practical tools to help clients move from stuck to empowered and know when to refer for mental health support.
Session Four:
Trauma, Identity, and Coaching
This session explores how childhood trauma and ACEs influence adolescent addiction and behavior. You’ll learn when to refer for therapy, navigate gender identity respectfully, and use practical tools to build rapport and create a safe, affirming space for all teens.
Session Five:
Developmental Triggers & Disruptive Patterns In Teen Motivation
In this session, Dr. Cali Estes explores the complex challenges teens face, from gender identity and body dysmorphia to toxic relationships and family dynamics. You’ll learn strategies to address eating disorders, set boundaries, and coach through dysfunction to create lasting change.
Session Six:
Family Roles, Bullying, and Digital Stress
In this session, Dr. Cali Estes explores the emotional challenges teens face, including addiction-based family roles, cyberbullying, and peer pressure. You’ll gain practical tools to identify patterns, advocate effectively, and support teens while navigating school, legal, and social boundaries.
Session Seven:
Coaching Tools, CBT Techniques & Building Resilience
This session teaches how to move teens from stuck to empowered by distinguishing laziness from emotional blocks. Dr. Cali Estes shares practical tools grounded in brain science, CBT, and communication strategies—to help coaches guide teens through burnout, overwhelm, and resistance.
Ethics Course (6 CEUs)
Gain a deep understanding of ethical responsibilities, including confidentiality, professional standards, report writing, case management, and legal compliance across state lines. Through practical scenarios, action planning, and guidance on boundaries, trust-building, and communication, participants learn to navigate complex ethical situations confidently.
All Course Materials, Books & Exams Included
No hidden fees. Your enrollment covers the full training manuals, course resources, and certification exams—everything required to complete the program and earn your credentials.
10 Weeks of Live Group Mentorship with a Master Coach
Join 10 weeks of live group mentorship with a master coach to get personalized guidance, real-time feedback, and proven strategies for coaching teens and young adults. Collaborate with peers, ask questions, and apply new skills in a supportive, hands-on environment designed to accelerate your growth and confidence.
6 Months of On-Demand Access
Enjoy 6 months of on-demand access to the full training, allowing you to learn at your own pace. Revisit lessons anytime, review key strategies, and reinforce your coaching skills whenever it fits your schedule.
Marketing Seals + Use of NCAAMC Designation
Gain exclusive marketing seals and the right to use the NCAAMC designation, showcasing your expertise and credibility as a certified Adolescent Addiction & Motivation Coach. Enhance your professional profile, attract clients, and stand out in the coaching field.
But You'll Also Get These Practice-Building Bonuses
Students Joining During September Also Get These Bonuses:
Bonus: #1 Best-Selling Workbook For Coaching Clients
Ready-to-use exercises and proven tools that make working with clients—or supporting loved ones in recovery—simpler, more structured, and more effective. It takes the guesswork out of what to do next and helps create real change instead of spinning in circles.
Bonus: 3 Months Free Online Directory Listing Site
Be found by clients actively searching for addiction and mental health professionals
Bonus: Private Graduate & Networking Communities
Tap into a global network of certified professionals, mentors, and peers.
Bonus: Lifetime Discounts on All Future Certifications
Keep leveling up your credentials and skills—while paying a fraction of the cost.
Join 60,000+ Student Success Stories & Counting...
Become part of a global network of coaches and professionals trained in over 40 countries—and get everything you need to build a purpose-driven practice, help others heal, and create a profitable business
Wooded Glen Recovery Center, IL
“I think the training went great. You provided a lot of good information that we need.”
Julia Mackey
Director of Admissions
Wynward Way, OC California
“Very pleased to have Dr. Cali come out and train our staff in AMA/APA block training.”
Veronica Waters
Vice President
Gosnold on Cape Cod, MA
“Cali Got great feedback about today’s training. Much appreciated.”
Ray Tamasi
CEO
Cedar Point Recovery, CA
“Thank you, Dr. Estes. The staff found your training educational and allows them the opportunity to empower themselves with clients.”
Jody M. Ressio, MA, LAADC
Clinical Director
Aqua Recovery Center, Utah
“Dr. Cali has given us the ability to create a new program in Recovery Coaching. This has given us the ability to keep track of our patients while at RTC, and also when they leave. We have seen great success with this program.”
Clint Tolman
Executive Director
Crossroads Turning Point, Colorado
“Amazing training on Harm Reduction and relapse prevention. Cannot wait to have you back next month to teach another class.”
Rob Archuletta
Executive Director
Lakeview Health, Jacksonville, FL
“The training was comprehensive and easy to follow for some employees not as versed in the field of interventions. I would highly recommend Cali and The Addictions Academy to anyone looking to join or excel in the field of Addictions.”
Derek Gwaltney
Vice President
New Vista Behavioral Health, Avalon Malibu
“Excellent Admissions Call center training with Cali”
Christine Parker
Marketing Director
Just Believe Recovery, PA & Florida
“Dr Cali Estes was a joy to have at our center. We received a lot of amazing feedback from our staff and loved the breakout sessions.”
Sinead
Clinical Director
Wooded Glen Recovery Center, IL
“I think the training went great. You provided a lot of good information that we need.”
Julia Mackey
Director of Admissions
Wynward Way, OC California
“Very pleased to have Dr. Cali come out and train our staff in AMA/APA block training.”
Veronica Waters
Vice President
Nationally Certified Adolescent Addiction & Motivation Coach
26 Combined CEUs
WEEKLY LIVE CALLS
Expert Led
10 Weeks Of Mentorship
Move At Your Own Speed
Self Paced
With 6mo To Complete
BACK TO SCHOOL SPECIAL
$999
Regular Pricing $1997
Adolescent Addiction and Motivation Coach Certification Program
$999.00
Quantity
Meet Your Instructor:
Dr. Cali Estes
Founder & CEO
Dr. Cali Estes is a world leader in addiction recovery, mental health, and performance coaching—known globally as “The Female Dr. Drew” and “The Battery Recharger.” With over 25 years of experience, she’s helped CEOs, celebrities, athletes, and high-achievers break free from burnout, addiction, and trauma using her no-nonsense, science-backed, results-driven approach.
As founder of The Addictions Academy and Sober On Demand®, Dr. Cali has trained more than 60,000 professionals across 28 countries and created concierge recovery programs trusted by leaders who need change fast. A 6X #1 best-selling author, international speaker, and host of the UnPause Your Life podcast, her work has been featured by CNN, Forbes, People, and FOX.
When you learn from Dr. Cali, you’re learning from someone who has walked through the fire, mastered the tools, and built programs that actually work. She won’t just give you knowledge—she’ll show you how to create transformation that lasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Adolescent Addiction & Motivation Coach?
This is a specialized coaching role designed to support teens and young adults struggling with addiction, low motivation, identity loss, or mental health challenges. You’ll be trained to help clients build structure, rebuild self-worth, and move toward purpose—with tools grounded in neuroscience, trauma recovery, and coaching psychology.
Will this certification help me if I already work in a treatment center or clinical setting?
Definitely. Many therapists, counselors, and case managers take this training to add practical coaching tools to their work with teens and young adults. You’ll also earn 26 CEUs and leave with real-world methods that go beyond traditional therapy.
Why would someone choose a coach instead of a therapist?
A coach complements therapy—they’re not a replacement. Teens and young adults often need action-oriented guidance to move forward in life, break habits, and build confidence, whereas therapists focus primarily on healing and processing past trauma.
Do I need a degree or license to take this course?
Nope. This certification is designed for coaches, mentors, educators, parents, and people with lived experience—no clinical degree or license needed. As long as you’re committed to helping teens and young adults heal, grow, and move forward, this program will give you the tools and credential to do it.
How much can I earn as a certified teen/adolescent coach?
Earnings vary depending on your location, niche, and business model, but certified coaches in this field can earn anywhere from $75–$250 per hour for private sessions.
Many also generate income through:
Packages and programs for teens or young adults
Workshops or group coaching sessions
School, sports, or organizational contracts
With full-time coaching, smart marketing, and leveraging our referral network, online directory, and job board, many graduates build practices that earn $50,000–$150,000+ annually, and top coaches exceed $250,000 per year.
How long does it take to complete the program?
Most students complete the training and earn their certification in 8 to 10 weeks. You’ll have access to on-demand video modules, plus 10 weeks of live mentorship, so you can move at your own pace with expert guidance along the way.
Help Teens Heal, Rewire, and Reclaim Their Future With You as Their Coach
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Certified Adolescent Addiction & Motivation Coach
No application or pre-requisites needed for our certifications. Start your journey with us today!
$999
Next Live Group Coaching Call Starts Tuesday, September 16th. Self Study Videos Available Immediately Upon Registration
This Program Earns You A Nationally Recognized and Accredited Certification In Adolescent Addiction
10 Weeks
OF LIVE GROUP CALLS
26 CEUs
CEUs/CME/CE/Hrs
Self Paced
6 MONTHS ACCESS
No Exam Fee
INCLUDED WITH PRICE
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