Autism and ADHD are neurotypes that come with many strengths, but also with problems. The good news is, with its flexible format, and easy-to-adapt core processes, ACT is ideally suited for making a difference – especially when delivered from a neurodiversity-affirming stance.
In this advanced-level workshop, you’ll learn how to use ACT effectively with common neurodivergent issues – including how to scaffold executive functioning, build positive self-identity, break through task inertia, recover from burnout, and do quick, simple ‘mindfulness on the go’ practices (great for those who can’t ‘sit still & focus’).
This workshop is worth 14 specialised CPD hours
In this workshop, you will learn
Scaffold executive functioning
Build emotion regulation skills
Develop flexible attention skills: for sustaining focus or shifting focus, as needed
Practice healthy self-soothing
Identify and harness ND strengths
Overcome impulsivity
Foster self-acceptance and self-compassion
Improve interoceptive awareness and ability to notice and name emotions
Build caring, supportive relationships
Practice effective self-advocacy
Recognise, reduce and recover from ND burnout
Develop greater cognitive flexibility
Defuse from rigid rules, harsh self-judgment, and internalised ableism
Develop a positive self-identity
Increase psychological flexibility
Practice safe, flexible unmasking
Use pacing and resting strategies for fatigue
Overcome rejection sensitivity
And so much more!
You will receive
Articles & research on ACT with Autism and ADHD
Client worksheets and handouts
Scripts for experiential exercises
E-Books on important topics
Professionally recorded audios of key exercises
Duration
workshops run from 9am – 4pm on Day 1 and 9am – 3.30pm on Day 2
Fees
Super Keen $525 – Early Bird $550 – Standard $595 – Last Minute $620 – Student Concessions apply Prices are less for advance payment.
For cancellations with more than 48 hours notice: Payment will be refunded, minus a $50 admin fee For cancellations with less than 48 hours notice: Payment will be refunded, minus a $200 admin fee
Dr Russ Harris, author of the best-selling self-help book ‘The Happiness Trap‘, is an internationally-renowned trainer of Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT). Russ’s background is in medicine. As a GP he became increasingly interested in the psychological aspects of health and wellbeing, and increasingly disenchanted with writing prescriptions. Ultimately this interest led to a total career change, and he now works in two different, yet complementary roles: both as a therapist and as a coach.
Since 2005, Russ has run over 900 two-day workshops and provided ACT training for 90,000 health professionals. He has authored four ACT textbooks (ACT Made Simple, Trauma Focused ACT, Getting Unstuck in ACT, ACT Questions & Answers), and four ACT-based self-help books (The Happiness Trap, The Reality Slap, The Confidence Gap and ACT with Love). In addition, he has co-authored two other self-help books: The Weight Escape and The Happiness Trap Pocketbook. His best-known book, The Happiness Trap, has sold over one million copies worldwide, with translations into more than 30 languages. (To download the opening chapter, click here)
