Shimmer Launches 2.0: AI Tools to Amplify Human-Centered ADHD Coaching

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Background: Shimmer’s ADHD Coaching System

Shimmer is the leading ADHD Coaching Platform, born from our co-founder & CEO, Christal’s ADHD diagnosis in 2022. Since then, we’ve refined our experience and methodology alongside experts at NYU and Mount Sinai and delivered over 45,000 sessions.

At Shimmer, we’ve created a coaching cycle that supports you every step of the way, blending personalized guidance, real-time feedback, and tangible progress tracking. Here’s how it works:

• Weekly 30-Minute Coaching Sessions: Meet one-on-one with an ADHD-specialized coach who helps you define a clear North Star - your personal vision statement - and break it down into weekly goals.
• In-App Tracking & Reflection: Log daily actions, note what went well (and what didn’t), and reflect on lessons learned—all in one place.
• Real-Time Coach Support: Stay connected with your coach between sessions through chat, getting instant accountability and motivation when you need it.
• Grow & Evolve: Each week builds on the last—together, you’ll refine strategies, celebrate wins, and form lasting habits that move you closer to your ultimate goals.

Why Shimmer 2.0?

Lessons from 45,000+ Coaching Sessions

At Shimmer, we’ve run over 45,000 coaching sessions with ADHDers. Along the way, we discovered three big challenges they face in the coaching journey:

1. Remembering what was discussed in each session—the “aha” moments often slip through the cracks.
2. Recalling and spotting themes across multiple sessions—it’s tough to see the bigger picture when everything feels fragmented.
3. Making sense of day-to-day experiences between sessions—a coach can’t be with you 24/7, so staying on track can be difficult.

Our Solution: A “Second Brain” That Bridges Every Gap

That’s where Shimmer 2.0 comes in. We’ve built an AI-powered system to capture, organize, and make sense of all of your coaching moments—both in-session and throughout the week. Think of it as your “second brain,” offering:

• Instant recall of session insights when you need them most.
• Pattern detection so you can see recurring themes and long-term progress.
• Daily support that helps turn your coach’s guidance into consistent action, even when they’re not physically by your side.

By integrating AI at every step of your coaching journey, Shimmer 2.0 shortens the path from insight to action—making it easier to stay accountable, keep building on your wins, and finally connect the dots between each breakthrough.

Our Philosophy: Safe, Human-Centered AI

Safety First & Ethical by Design

At Shimmer, we’re laser-focused on making sure AI serves you safely, ethically, and securely. We understand the sensitive nature of ADHD coaching sessions. That’s why all session transcripts are de-identified and stored securely, and we prioritize user consent above all. The insights generated by AI remain yours to export, revisit, or delete at any time. To ensure fairness and inclusivity, we actively work to identify and eliminate biases in our AI systems, with ongoing evaluations and updates.

AI Enhances, Not Replaces

There’s a reason our amazing coaches are at the heart of the Shimmer experience: **ADHD coaching is deeply personal**, rooted in empathy, understanding, and a trusting coach-client relationship. AI helps by automating note-taking, spotting trends, and offering reflection prompts. But it doesn’t replace the human compassion and expertise that is critical for effective ADHD support.

We designed Shimmer 2.0 to work alongside expert coaches because compassion can’t be automated. The AI is just there to capture the magic of each session and support you in-between, acting like a second brain.”— Chris Wang, Co-founder & CEO of Shimmer

Built with User Feedback at its Core

Our AI isn’t static—it evolves with you. We regularly incorporate feedback from members and coaches to improve its accuracy, relevance, and helpfulness. Your experiences shape how we innovate, ensuring that our tools stay aligned with your needs.

What’s New in Shimmer 2.0

AI-Powered Session Summaries

Recalling key takeaways from a coaching session can be a struggle, especially when you’re juggling multiple tasks or jumping straight into your next meeting. Shimmer 2.0’s AI automatically recaps each session’s main points and action items, so you can easily revisit breakthroughs without piecing together scattered notes.

Action Insights & Progress Tracking

Even the best intentions can fall off your radar when life gets busy, leaving you scrambling right before a session. Our new Action Insights & Progress Tracking visually map out your weekly actions, highlight patterns, and keep you accountable—ensuring you know exactly what’s working and where to focus next.

AI History & Smart Search

Digging through old notes or relying on memory alone often leads to missed details and repeated mistakes. With AI History & Smart Search, you can instantly look up specific topics from past sessions and spot recurring themes at a glance, making every lesson and strategy easier to recall and apply.

The Value: How Shimmer 2.0 Improves Your Coaching Journey

Shimmer 2.0 weaves AI into your everyday coaching experience, turning scattered notes and fleeting insights into a well-structured path toward your goals. By eliminating the gaps in memory and ensuring consistent follow-through, it helps you and your coach focus on what really matters: breakthroughs and lasting change. Shimmer 2.0 helps you:

1. Stay in the Moment
   ‍By automating note-taking, you’re free to fully engage in each coaching conversation. No more frantic scribbling when you should be absorbing insights.
2. Recall Made Easy
   ‍ADHD coaching isn’t a one-time fix; it’s an evolving process across multiple sessions. Shimmer 2.0 keeps an organized record throughout your coaching journey, ensuring no valuable “aha” moment gets lost in the shuffle.
3. More Frequent, Deeper A-ha Moments
   ‍With AI Smart Search, you’ll quickly see how and why you overcame past hurdles. This creates a shortcut to replicating what worked and troubleshooting what didn’t.
4. Measure Progress & Celebrate Wins
   ‍Real growth becomes undeniable when you have tangible evidence. Whether it’s noticing fewer “self-doubt” moments or celebrating consistent wins, these metrics fuel motivation and self-confidence.
5. Elevated Coach Support
   ‍Coaches can easily spot themes, patterns, and recurring challenges, which means more targeted support for you. When you both arrive at sessions on the same page, you can tackle the most pressing issues head-on.

Real-Life Use Cases

Habit Consistency

“I used to fall off my workout plan after a week or two. Now, I check my AI summaries to see exactly what strategies helped me before. Turns out, accountability from a friend was key. Now, I lean on that strategy whenever I hit a slump.” —Shimmer member

Motivation Slumps

“When I’m feeling unmotivated, I can quickly ask Shimmer, ‘What got me back on track last time?’—and instantly see the exact session notes where my coach and I discussed strategies. It’s like a cheat sheet for my own brain!” —Shimmer member

Prepping for Sessions

“Before my coaching call, I look at my session summaries and reflections from the past week. That way, I’m ready to talk about what worked, what didn’t, and where I’m stuck—sessions are short so this way I get to make the most of it.” —Shimmer member

What’s Next for Shimmer?

As we continue to expand Shimmer, we depend on the community’s feedback to refine our features and ensure that every update truly meets and exceeds needs. Alongside these enhancements, we’re also focused on making Shimmer accessible to a wider audience by reaching more regions and offering support to anyone seeking ADHD coaching. Ultimately, our goal is to ensure everyone, regardless of location or circumstance, has the resources and guidance they deserve to reach their full potential, their way.

Ready to Experience Shimmer 2.0?

If you’ve been looking for a powerful, ADHD-friendly way to transform insights into real, lasting change, Shimmer 2.0 is here. Our coaches remain the heart of our service, with AI acting as the reliable, ever-present note-taker, trend-spotter, and second brain you never knew you needed.

Join the AI-Enhanced Coaching Revolution

• Try our AI Summaries to remember every breakthrough.
• Use Smart Search to answer your own questions—and find patterns you might have missed.
• Track Action & Reflection Insights to see your wins and challenges, all in one place.

Click Here to Start Your AI-Enhanced ADHD Coaching Journey

Or find us on Product Hunt for the full Shimmer 2.0 launch experience!

Check Shimmer out. Your future self will thank you.

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