Beyond the ABC’s of ADHD and Executive Functioning: Empowering Neurodivergent Children and Teens for Success in School and Life
Nov 12, 2024 9:00AM—3:00PM
Location
Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton
Cost Early Bird Pricing for Members (Available until October 15) $875 members; $740 group-rate 3+; $1,390 non-members
Categories Equity & Inclusion, In-Person, Intensive, Social & Emotional Learning
ABOUT THIS IN-PERSON INTENSIVE
In this dynamic and interactive workshop, participants will learn concrete strategies to meet neurodiverse learners where they are and help them strengthen essential executive functioning and social-emotional skills. With current research on the developing brain and real-life case examples, we’ll explore how and why executive functioning skills and social competence are critical to the lives of all students, especially those with learning disabilities, ADHD, level one autism and twice exceptionality. Based on her unique 5C’s of ADHD™ approach, Dr. Saline will share strategies for managing anxiety, improving motivation and supporting relational development. Exercises designed to improve participants’ understanding of living with learning differences, teaching students with these challenges, and discussion about specific classroom challenges are threaded throughout the workshop. Practical, collaborative tools will be offered for engaging students more effectively, coping with worries, managing negativity, addressing social challenges, and managing low motivation. Participants will leave with tangible strategies for identifying and nurturing both cognitive strengths and social communication in their students to help them develop resilience and confidence. This workshop will be both didactic and experiential in nature.
Participants will:
- Identify the biological, behavioral and emotional factors related to ADHD, neurodivergence as well as executive functioning skills
- Examine current research on ADHD and executive functioning including medical and non-medical treatment options
- Discuss how co-existing disorders, learning disabilities, trauma and substance abuse affect ADHD and executive functioning skills in children and teens
- Define executive functioning skills and use effective, collaborative strategies for improving them
- Describe how to implement practical and useful treatment interventions for reducing conflict and improving cooperation with neurodiverse children, teens and their families
AUDIENCE
The intended audience for this program are teachers, counselors, school staff, and administrators.
ABOUT THE FACILITATOR
Sharon Saline, Psy.D., clinical psychologist and author of the award-winning book, “What your ADHD child wishes you knew: Working together to empower kids for success in school and life and The ADHD solution card deck” specializes in working with children, teens, adults and families living with ADHD, learning disabilities, twice exceptionality, and mental health issues. With decades of experience as a clinical psychologist, educator, and consultant, she guides people toward a greater understanding about neurodivergence and how to live with more productivity and connection. Dr. Saline lectures and facilitates workshops internationally on topics such as ADHD and neurodivergence, executive functioning, the anxiety spectrum, motivation, perfectionism and working with different kinds of learners. She has been featured in numerous online and print publications including The New York Times, MSN, The Washington Post, The Psychotherapy Networker, Smith College Studies in Social Work, Attention Magazine, ADDitude Magazine and more. Learn more at www.drsharonsaline.com.
HOST AND PARTNER SCHOOL
CATDC partners with member schools to host our in-person programs, providing educators the opportunity to learn with peers in diverse settings. We are thrilled to partner with Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton on this Intensive, welcoming the larger independent school community on their campus for a day of learning and collaboration.
Cancellation Policy
Life happens. We understand that there will be times when you cannot attend a workshop that you have registered and paid for. We strive to be as helpful and flexible as possible when things out of your control happen. Please visit our FAQ page for detailed information about our cancellation policy and answers to frequently asked questions about enrollment and membership.