The Importance and Effectiveness of ADHD Coaching

In a recent, Attention Talk Radio interview, J. Russel Ramsey, Ph.D., discussed with Jeff Copper his experience watching the evolution of the ADHD coaching paradigm, its progress and expansion, and shares his thoughts on ADHD coaching as a positive intervention.

J. Russel Ramsey, Ph.D. is the founder and co-director of the University of Pennsylvania’s Adult ADHD Treatment and Research Program and an associate professor of clinical psychology in psychiatry in the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania.

As additional support to strengthen the credibility of ADHD Coaching, Jeff Copper, Founder of Attention Talk radio, PCAC, PCC, ACG, recently conducted a very strategic and essential interview with Russ Ramsey entitled: ADHD Coaching: The Evolution of this Promising Intervention.

 

You can listen to the interview here.

 

Are you ready to work with an ADHD coach? Book now.

Seeking Input from Families of Children with Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Alice Prichard, Ph.D., R. Psych., is a psychologist with Child Development Services (CDS) at the Child Development Centre (ACH). Her goal is to hear from families about what they believe are the gaps in services in Calgary and what types of services they need or needed that they were not able to access. 

 

Hearing that your child has a neurodevelopmental disorder can be overwhelming. Along with a new diagnosis, there might be new treatments and services to consider. Through the Neurodevelopmental Disorder Integrated Brain Health Initiative, Child Development Services (CDS) at Alberta Children’s Hospital is starting a pilot project to improve how we meet the needs of families and children with a new diagnosis of a neurodevelopmental disorder Our goal is to help families as they begin to access community services and to start addressing gaps in services that are not readily available or not easily accessible in the community.

The intent is not to duplicate existing services or provide long-term supports, but rather to offer new programming in areas of need and to improve existing services. For example, you may see a session that looks at the parent-child relationship in the context of a neurodevelopmental disorder diagnosis. Or, we may offer additional parent education that isn’t currently offered at CDS or in the community. We hope families will feel more empowered and have the tools they need as they begin this journey with their child.

We are seeking families of children with Neurodevelopmental Disorder to help us plan the best new programming at CDS. We want to learn from you about what would be most helpful to families after their child has received a neurodevelopmental disorder diagnosis, and about what services you find hard to access and why. We would appreciate you completing a short survey by clicking the link below. The survey should take 5-10 minutes to complete. It is voluntary, and you can decide to stop at any time. Thank you for your input!

 

Survey – Accessing Services in Calgary for Families of Children with NDD

 

Note: Neurodevelopmental Disorders include Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Intellectual Disability, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, and other disorders of the brain.

 

Contact Information:
Dr. Alice Prichard, R.Psych.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 403-955-5858

 

Free Parenting Workshop – Starts October 28, 2019

Join us for a FREE parent series geared toward helping parents find strategies to support their child’s social and emotional growth, to encourage positive behaviour!

WE want to become YOUR village of support!

Topics include:

  • Skills to support children with managing emotions and making good choices
  • Learn how to help children manage common challenges they may face at school, home and community
  • Find ways to promote healthy sleep habits
  • Managing misbehaviour
  • Supporting with completion of homework

 

This workshop will be held at the CN Gunn Elementary School, 6625 4th Street NE. It runs on Mondays from 6:30 to 8:00 PM from October 28 to December 2, 2019.

To find out more and to register, click here.

 

This workshop is a partnership by Wellness Empowerment Program (WEP), Alberta Health Services – Mental Health Capacity Building, FCSS Calgary, Renfrew Educational Services.
Presented by CanLearn Society.

Lauren Mayell – A CanLearn Fundraiser

Happy October and welcome to Learning Disabilities and ADHD Awareness Month!

We are so happy to kick off 2019 Awareness Month by telling you about a lovely young woman who has offered to do a concert for us at the Ironwood Stage and Grill here in Calgary.

The Song Writer concert will take place on Sunday October 6th

Lauren shared her story on Facebook and I hope that you will take a moment to read it and to come and join us on October 6th at 12:00 PM.

My Dad, Larry Mayell is the reason why I have achieved so many things in my career so far. I will not stop doing the things I love and I will push on and be strong for him! With that being said I am excited to announce this Charity event that I have put together that is very dear to my heart. ♥️

Many of you might not know but I have ADHD and growing up I had a Learning Disability that resulted in not being able to read until grade 3. But with the right tools, people to help, finding my passion and a determination to live my dreams I have thrived BECAUSE of my ADHD. I want people of all ages to know you can achieve anything you set your mind to despite any disability or disorder.

That is why I have teamed up with the CanLearn Society to raise money and awareness for ADHD, Learning Disabilities and Illiteracy. Sunday October 6 from 12-4 pm at the Ironwood Stage & Grill is going to be an amazing event. We have a songwriter circle featuring Brad Saunders , Crystal McGrath and myself. Keynote speeches and a silent auction. Please contact me for any more details and if you wish to help out with this event . Thank you so much!

⭐️You can also dedicate a donation here to the Strive to Thrive Fundraiser⭐️:

Musically Yours,
Lauren Mayell ??♥️

 

Thanks so much, Lauren for such a huge gesture towards CanLearn! Let’s help make this a success. Please come and bring your family and friends. All ages are welcome.