Introduction
Date Course Created: August 2025
Take a deep dive into ADHD, going beyond the common behavioral profiles and approaches we are all familiar with! Looking at the “ripple effect” of ADHD, we’ll explore a more holistic, strengths-based conceptualization of having a uniquely-wired brain – and the impact of operating it in a neurotypical world without a user’s manual.
Moving beyond symptoms and behaviors, this training will look at the neurobiological differences and the developmental impact of ADHD, and the connection between ADHD and trauma. This deeper look at ADHD will inform how symptoms “ripple” out into daily functioning, relationships, identity development and mental health. We’ll review trauma-informed treatment for addressing the ripple effects rather than just the behaviors associated with ADHD, and guiding clients towards using their ADHD superpowers to heal from painful experiences, learn to self-regulate, and tap into their full potential. Participants will come away with specific assessment and treatment strategies to promote greater understanding, motivation, empowerment, and resilience for ADHD clients.
This is a 5-CE noninteractive, self-paced online video course delivered in home study format via an industry-standard online learning platform.
Agenda
00:00 – 00:46 → Introduction, Symptoms, Co-occurring Disorders, Neurobiology of ADHD, Executive Functioning
00:46 – 01:35 → Time Management and Organizational Issues, Daily Routines, Redefining Trauma in Modern Contexts
01:35 – 02:10 → Adverse Childhood Experiences, Beliefs and Emotional Regulation, Interactive Assessment Techniques
02:10 – 02:58 → Holistic Approaches to Treatment, The Role of Medication, Neurofeedback, Behavioral Interventions
02:58 – 03:32 → Nervous System Responses, Survival Responses, Environmental Support, Fostering Self-Compassion
03:32 – 04:03 → Harnessing Hyperfocus, The Role of Novelty in Motivation, Validating Childhood Experiences
04:03 – 05:06 → Involving Parents in Treatment & Structure, Motivation / Interest in Sessions, Supportive Accountability
Objectives
This training will provide participants clinical knowledge and tools to:
After completing this training, participants will be able to define ADHD and the neurobiological differences of an ADHD brain.- After completing this training, participants will be able to identify common comorbidities and describe the importance of holistic assessment/case conceptualization.
- After completing this training, participants will be able to describe the connection between ADHD and trauma.
- After completing this training, participants will be able to name multiple domains of daily living and functioning impacted by ADHD symptoms.
- After completing this training, participants will be able to describe VAST and identify the strengths and “superpowers” of ADHD.
- After completing this training, participants will be able to identify strategies for treating the “ripple effects” of ADHD to increase client engagement and resilience.
Target Audience:
Mental Health Clinicians & Therapists, Social Workers, Psychologists, Marriage & Family Therapists, Counselors, School Personnel, and Healthcare Workers.
Instructional Level: Intermediate
Instructor(s): Amanda Good, LICSW
Material Author(s): Amanda Good, LICSW
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Course Materials & Delivery Method:
- Course Materials – The course is composed of a recorded presentation and written materials (e.g. a slide deck and/or other worksheets, manuals, or handouts as provided by the instructor). The slide deck and any additional worksheets or handouts (as provided by the instructor) are made available inside the Lesson module after a course is purchased.
- Delivery Method – This course is a recorded asynchronous, self-paced webinar training, and there is no access time limit or due date to complete it once enrolled. The enrolled learner will stream the recorded presentation and view the materials from their internet connected device via an industry-standard online learning platform.
CE Approvals:
National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC)
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Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB)
Mind Works Professional Education, Inc. DBA Online CE Credits, #1974, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: July 23, 2025 – July 23, 2028. Social workers completing this course receive 5 clinical continuing education credits.
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- Posttest Requirements – You must answer 80% or more of the Quiz questions correctly to pass. If you fail to pass the first time, you may attempt the quiz again until you are able to pass with a score of 80% or better. Quizzes are graded instantly and automatically by the learning management system once your attempt is submitted.
- Certificate of Completion – Certificates of Completion are automatically generated – downloadable from your Dashboard and emailed to you – once you view the Lesson Materials and complete the Quiz and the Course Evaluation.
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