Adult ADHD – Living Beyond the Label -For Health Care Professionals
Workshop Details
A Comprehensive Online Professional Development Workshop
LIVE SESSION: 14th March 2026
TIME: 9am – 5.30pm SAST
WHERE: Online via Zoom
CPD ACCREDITATION: 9 HPCSA Points applied for
CAN’T MAKE IT LIVE? The recording will be available and all materials are still included!
Presented by:
Vicky Downing, PhD (Educational Psychologist & SAAM Accredited Family Mediator)
Janine Giannini (HPCSA Registered Counsellor & Executive Peak Performance & Wellness Coach)
Workshop Overview
Adult ADHD presents unique diagnostic and therapeutic challenges in clinical practice. This comprehensive professional development workshop is designed specifically for practitioners who work with adults presenting with ADHD symptoms or seeking ADHD-related support.
Drawing on current research and clinical best practices, this workshop bridges the gap between theory and application. We’ll explore the neurobiological foundations of ADHD, master differential diagnosis considerations, and develop practical intervention strategies that you can integrate into your practice immediately. You’ll gain confidence in recognizing ADHD presentations and implementing evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to the unique needs of adult ADHD clients.
Whether you’re seeing more ADHD presentations in your practice, want to specialize in ADHD support, or simply need to update your knowledge base, this workshop provides the clinical tools and frameworks essential for effective practice. You’ll leave equipped to provide competent, compassionate care that addresses the whole person – not just the diagnosis.
R1350
What You Will Learn and Clinical Relevance
Clinical Understanding of Adult ADHD:
- Neurobiological foundations: How the ADHD brain functions differently
- Adult-specific presentations and symptom profiles beyond childhood criteria
- Comorbidities and differential diagnosis considerations
- The impact of late diagnosis and masking strategies on client presentation
- Evidence-based assessment approaches and diagnostic tools
Therapeutic Interventions:
- Effective counselling approaches and modalities for ADHD clients
- Executive function coaching and skill-building techniques
- Lifestyle interventions: sleep hygiene, nutrition, and supplement considerations
- Building client self-advocacy and reducing internalized stigma
Clinical Relevance: Many adults with ADHD remain undiagnosed or misdiagnosed, often presenting in clinical settings with anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties without recognizing the underlying ADHD. Late diagnosis is particularly common in women, high-achieving individuals, and those who have developed sophisticated masking strategies. As awareness grows, practitioners across all settings are encountering clients with ADHD concerns. This workshop provides the specialized knowledge and practical skills needed to recognize these often-missed presentations and deliver evidence-based, effective support.
Who Should Attend
- Psychologists: Clinical, counselling, educational, and industrial psychologists
- Counsellors: HPCSA registered counsellors working with adult clients
- Social Workers: Practitioners providing therapeutic or case management services
- Occupational Therapists: OTs supporting adult clients with functional challenges
- Career Counsellors: Professionals helping clients navigate workplace challenges
This workshop assumes foundational knowledge of adult mental health and therapeutic practice. It is designed to build specialized competence in working with the ADHD population.
Bonus Materials Included
- Comprehensive Presentation Summary: Key clinical points and research references
- Assessment and Screening Tools: Resources for clinical practice
- Therapeutic Intervention Toolkit: Evidence-based strategies and client handouts
Charmaine de Beer (verified owner) –
Good value for money and points!
Sarah Silber (verified owner) –
This was such a valuable course. It felt very grounded in what we actually see day to day, which made it easy to take straight into sessions. I really appreciated how the content balanced the neuro side with the lived experience of ADHD, especially around emotional regulation, burnout, and executive functioning.
You can tell a lot of thought went into making this practical and usable, not just theoretical. I’d definitely recommend it, and would love to see a follow-up focusing on children as well.
Rebecca Johns (verified owner) –
In depth and interesting presentations that provide a wealth of information about ADHD as well as practical tools to support stress reduction and increased motivation for people living with ADHD.
Lucy Delport (verified owner) –
Course was engaging and informative. Both presenters were knowledgeable and yet presented in a clear and accessible way. The Practical tips for helping adults struggling with adhd were particularly useful. Overall a well structured and very worthwhile course.
Corneli Oosthuizen (verified owner) –
The course was presented in a way that made it user-friendly and easy to apply in my own practice. The content was educational, and I’ve gained knowledge that will help me expand my practice with adults with ADHD.