ADHD Interactive Discussion Day - October 2019
When: 19th October 1.30 – 4.30pm
Where: Victory Convention Centre, Auckland
It is also our 40th birthday, so help us celebrate and eat some cake!
Price for members:
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Check out focus tables and come armed with your queries to discuss with the experts below:
Understanding the ADHD Brain and how to help
Dr. Sarah Watson, BA, MA(Hons), DClinPsych, MNZCCP
Dr. Sarah Watson is the Clinic Director and a registered Child & Adolescent Clinical Psychologist at Totally Psyched. Sarah has over ten year’s experience as both a Psychologist and leader across a variety of settings, all specialising in working with children, adolescents and their families.
ADHD, Depression & Anxiety
Jock Matthews, Cognitive Behavioural / Psychological Therapist
Jock Matthews specializes in the assessment and treatment of anxiety disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), depression / mood disorders, occupational stress and relationship problems secondary to these presenting problems.
Social Skills
Julia Mason, NZ Registered Occupational Therapist
Julia has worked in rural community health in Australia, before moving to Aotearoa and working in Special Education with children experiencing profound and multiple learning disabilities. Currently Julia works from Kidz Therapy with children experiencing a range of challenges in the areas of learning, play, friendships, personal care and self-regulation.
Relationship Stress
Jane Tuson, Registered Psychotherapist
Jane is mother to three adult children one of whom received a formal ADHD diagnosis. She working with neuro divergent clients and their families, utilizing her empathy and understanding of the broad range of emotions and challenges that can arise in these relationships.
Adult Assessment and Medication
Dr Igor Kacer, Consultant Psychiatrist & Psychotherapist
Dr Igor Kacer brings 25 years of clinical experience in the field of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy overseas and in New Zealand where he has worked for the last 12 years.
Adult Women with ADHD
Margaret Graham, Senior Clinical Psychologist
Margaret has spent many years as a clinical psychologist in the public health system and works with people to understand what events and circumstances have brought about their present difficulties.
Diet & Nutrition
Gina Wilson, BHSC, B'Ed Tchng, DipNat, DipHerbMed
Gina is a Nutrition Consultant and Naturopath specialising in health, learning and behaviour. She has a special interest and experience in working with children with different abilities and challenges
The Role of ADHD Medication
Dr Phillipa Clark, Developmental Paediatrician
Dr Clark has been working in the field of Community and Developmental Paediatrics, including Mental Health, for over 30 years, and works as a Consultant in the ADHD and Neurodevelopmental pathways at the Kari Centre (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service), and Starship Children’s Health.
Everyday with ADHD Parenting Strategies
Tracey Rountree, Accredited Everyday with ADHD Presenter
Tracey has been facilitating this popular Australian parenting programme for the past 6 . She has lived experience of ADHD – with an ADHD/ASD child and being diagnosed herself at age 40.
ADHD at school
Lynn Berresford, Registered Psychologist/ Angela Neville
Lynn has over 40 years of experience of working with children, teenagers and adults with exceptional needs. She is a dedicated, experienced and skilled advocate for individuals who have behaviours reflecting Giftedness, Dyslexia, Attention Deficits, Dyspraxia, Aspergers etc.
Inspirational ADHD Youth
Petra Leary
Petra Leary is an award winning New Zealand born aerial photographer. Her ability to capture her subjects from unique perspectives is striking and groundbreaking. She is an Ambassador for ADHD New Zealand.
What Medication Won’t Fix
Brett Harrington
Brett Harrington is an ADHD specialist coach, clinical Arts Therapist and Director of ADHD Sorted. Brett has 8 years of experience working with children, families and adults to overcome ADHD related issues.
The ADHD brain, learning and wellbeing, for young people
Frances Adlam, Educational Therapist, author, presenter: BA (HONS) UK, Post Grad Special Needs Education NZ; Post Grad Counselling NZ
Frances Adlam is one of New Zealand’s leading experts in educating and counselling Out of the Box children, teenagers, and young adults. She has written over thirty books for teachers on inclusive teaching, learning differences, multi-sensory learning and creating a diversity friendly classroom.
ADHD as a strength and an asset
Toby Adlam, Personal trainer, Gym owner, and part time philosopher BA Sports Science (AUT)
Toby Adlam is an inspirational young man, with ADHD and Dyslexia. At 24 years old he has completed a BA in Sports Science, is a registered personal trainer and a registered Cross fit trainer. Recently he financed the purchase of his own gym, and within 4 months the gym is succeeding financially, and socially.
Where: Victory Convention Centre, Auckland
It is also our 40th birthday, so help us celebrate and eat some cake!
Price for members:
- adults: $25
- those aged 12 - 18: $15
BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW
Check out focus tables and come armed with your queries to discuss with the experts below:
Understanding the ADHD Brain and how to help
Dr. Sarah Watson, BA, MA(Hons), DClinPsych, MNZCCP
Dr. Sarah Watson is the Clinic Director and a registered Child & Adolescent Clinical Psychologist at Totally Psyched. Sarah has over ten year’s experience as both a Psychologist and leader across a variety of settings, all specialising in working with children, adolescents and their families.
ADHD, Depression & Anxiety
Jock Matthews, Cognitive Behavioural / Psychological Therapist
Jock Matthews specializes in the assessment and treatment of anxiety disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), depression / mood disorders, occupational stress and relationship problems secondary to these presenting problems.
Social Skills
Julia Mason, NZ Registered Occupational Therapist
Julia has worked in rural community health in Australia, before moving to Aotearoa and working in Special Education with children experiencing profound and multiple learning disabilities. Currently Julia works from Kidz Therapy with children experiencing a range of challenges in the areas of learning, play, friendships, personal care and self-regulation.
Relationship Stress
Jane Tuson, Registered Psychotherapist
Jane is mother to three adult children one of whom received a formal ADHD diagnosis. She working with neuro divergent clients and their families, utilizing her empathy and understanding of the broad range of emotions and challenges that can arise in these relationships.
Adult Assessment and Medication
Dr Igor Kacer, Consultant Psychiatrist & Psychotherapist
Dr Igor Kacer brings 25 years of clinical experience in the field of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy overseas and in New Zealand where he has worked for the last 12 years.
Adult Women with ADHD
Margaret Graham, Senior Clinical Psychologist
Margaret has spent many years as a clinical psychologist in the public health system and works with people to understand what events and circumstances have brought about their present difficulties.
Diet & Nutrition
Gina Wilson, BHSC, B'Ed Tchng, DipNat, DipHerbMed
Gina is a Nutrition Consultant and Naturopath specialising in health, learning and behaviour. She has a special interest and experience in working with children with different abilities and challenges
The Role of ADHD Medication
Dr Phillipa Clark, Developmental Paediatrician
Dr Clark has been working in the field of Community and Developmental Paediatrics, including Mental Health, for over 30 years, and works as a Consultant in the ADHD and Neurodevelopmental pathways at the Kari Centre (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service), and Starship Children’s Health.
Everyday with ADHD Parenting Strategies
Tracey Rountree, Accredited Everyday with ADHD Presenter
Tracey has been facilitating this popular Australian parenting programme for the past 6 . She has lived experience of ADHD – with an ADHD/ASD child and being diagnosed herself at age 40.
ADHD at school
Lynn Berresford, Registered Psychologist/ Angela Neville
Lynn has over 40 years of experience of working with children, teenagers and adults with exceptional needs. She is a dedicated, experienced and skilled advocate for individuals who have behaviours reflecting Giftedness, Dyslexia, Attention Deficits, Dyspraxia, Aspergers etc.
Inspirational ADHD Youth
Petra Leary
Petra Leary is an award winning New Zealand born aerial photographer. Her ability to capture her subjects from unique perspectives is striking and groundbreaking. She is an Ambassador for ADHD New Zealand.
What Medication Won’t Fix
Brett Harrington
Brett Harrington is an ADHD specialist coach, clinical Arts Therapist and Director of ADHD Sorted. Brett has 8 years of experience working with children, families and adults to overcome ADHD related issues.
The ADHD brain, learning and wellbeing, for young people
Frances Adlam, Educational Therapist, author, presenter: BA (HONS) UK, Post Grad Special Needs Education NZ; Post Grad Counselling NZ
Frances Adlam is one of New Zealand’s leading experts in educating and counselling Out of the Box children, teenagers, and young adults. She has written over thirty books for teachers on inclusive teaching, learning differences, multi-sensory learning and creating a diversity friendly classroom.
ADHD as a strength and an asset
Toby Adlam, Personal trainer, Gym owner, and part time philosopher BA Sports Science (AUT)
Toby Adlam is an inspirational young man, with ADHD and Dyslexia. At 24 years old he has completed a BA in Sports Science, is a registered personal trainer and a registered Cross fit trainer. Recently he financed the purchase of his own gym, and within 4 months the gym is succeeding financially, and socially.
