Who are these workshops for?
Our workshops are tailored for three audiences. This includes:
- Adults with ADHD, either those who have been diagnosed or believe they exhibit symptoms of ADHD
- Parents of children and young people with ADHD who have been diagnosed or exhibit symptoms of ADHD
- Education Professionals (primary/secondary), including teachers, special educational needs co-ordinators, learning support staff, and related roles
Dr Hallowell – Who is he?
Dr. Hallowell is globally recognised for his strength-based philosophy and practical, positive ADHD strategies. With over 25 years of experience working with those living with ADHD, Dr. Hallowell is a child and adult psychiatrist, NY Times bestselling author, world-renowned speaker, and leading authority in the field of ADHD. As a former faculty member at Harvard Medical School and founder of the Hallowell Centres for Cognitive and Emotional Health, Dr. Hallowell has discussed ADHD on Oprah, BBC, CNN, the New York Times, and the Harvard Business Review, among many others. Finally, as an adult with ADHD and dyslexia as well as the father of two ADHD children, Dr. Hallowell truly understands the real and everyday challenges of ADHD. For more information, please visit the Dr Hallowell biography page.
How credible is Dr. Hallowell’s work, can I trust the legitimacy of his philosophy & teachings?
Edward Hallowell, M.D., Ed.D. (Hon.) was a faculty member at Harvard Medical School from 1983 to 2004, graduated from Harvard College and Tulane School of Medicine, and is the founder of The Hallowell Centres for Cognitive and Emotional Health in Sudbury, MA, New York City and San Francisco. He has ADHD and dyslexia as well as two children with ADHD. Dr. Hallowell has worked with people living with ADHD and mental-health issues for more than 25 years. Please take a look at these Testimonials and his Memberships. Appointments & Publications.
Dr Hallowell prominently features in the Media and Press, specifically, 20/20, Oprah, BBC, CNN, Dateline, Good Morning America, the New York Times, and the Harvard Business Review and many more! In addition, Dr. Hallowell’s blog was selected by Healthline.com as one of the Best ADHD Health Blogs of the Year 2015.
How much will this workshop cost?
Parents
Cost Per Person for One-Day Seminar only – 1st October 2014: £199 (discounts of up to £50 apply for early booking)
Cost Per Person for Two-Day Seminar + Workshop – 1st and 2nd October 2014: £349 (discounts of up to £100 apply for early booking)
£149 (seminar) and £249 (seminar + workshop) for additional bookings (discounted price applies to additional bookings only)
Adults
For One Person: £199 (discounts of up to £50 apply for early booking)
£149 for additional bookings (discounted price applies to additional bookings only)
Educators
Per Attendee: £249 (discounts of up to £100 apply for early booking)
£149 for additional bookings (discounted price applies to additional bookings only)
I will have a lot of questions at the workshop. Can I be actively involved?
Yes! These workshops are very interactive and questions will determine what additional topics Dr. Hallowell takes up (chosen by you collectively). Furthermore, we encourage questions and active discussion as it allows for greater understanding and enables people to dig into concepts and ideas.
I already know a lot about ADHD – is this workshop right for me?
Dr Hallowell is at the top of the global list of expert speakers on ADHD for good reason. Not only is he one of the leading lights in the medical and therapeutic aspects of ADHD, he is also an uplifting character to listen to. Dr Hallowell’s positive perspective on the gifts of ADHD, while not diminishing its challenges, are a welcome change from the generally negative outlook from the medical and media establishment. Even if you have read every medical document on ADHD, Dr Hallowell is a breath of fresh air and an inspiration to those living with ADHD.
What can I expect from this workshop? What will I gain?
Your expectations will vary depending on your relationship with ADHD and which workshop you go to:
Parents:
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of ADD/ADHD from proper diagnosis to treatment.
- Develop your knowledge so that you can help your child to harness their challenges and promote their gifts.
- Tips and tricks on how to manage the daily life of an ADHD child.
- Understand systems/strategies for learning and behaviour and how to work with schools.
- Learn that it is not all doom and gloom! Children with ADHD can do things that others cannot but can struggle with simple things that others take for granted.
Educators:
- Learn how you can bring out the best in your ADD/ADHD students.
- Understand systems/strategies for learning and behaviour, how to work with parents, and the most effective ways of dealing with ADHD in the classroom.
- Begin to understand the 2014 legislative Code of Practice
- Appreciate the scientific underpinnings of a positive psychology for educators to use in unwrapping the gifts embedded in ADHD, while also dealing with the problems that the trait creates. This includes areas such as working memory, exam-taking, organisation, friendship groups and other key issues which many educators regularly face with these children.
- Harness the energy of these students, capitalise on their traits and enable them to become your most rewarding students.
Adults:
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of ADD/ADHD from proper diagnosis to treatment.
- Recognise the enormous benefits of exercise, nutrition, coaching, & many other non-medication approaches as well as the potential role of medication
- Delve into the human experience, ADD coupled with other learning issues,worry and ADD, and the impact on numerous relationships and in multiple environments.
- Learn how to implement Dr. Hallowell’s practical five-step plan to promote talents and strengths
When is this taking place?
Adults: 28th September 2015
Educators: 29th September 2015
Parents: 1st – 2nd October 2015
Registration: 9-9.30 am
Start: 9:30 am
End: 5:30 pm at the latest
Buffet lunch will be served plus two coffee breaks
I’m not sure I have ADHD? Is this workshop right for me?
It is important to get a proper ADHD diagnosis. It is also important that you know what to look for in an ADHD specialist. While Dr Hallowell will not provide ADHD diagnosis in the workshop, he will help you to better understand what ADHD looks like and what proper treatment looks like. To begin to learn more take a look at When to Fire Your Doctor: Ensuring the Best ADHD Diagnosis and Treatment
Is there the possibility of a refund in case I have to cancel?
If you cancel in writing more than 30 days prior to the event we will refund all of your fee, less a £30 administration charge.
If you cancel in writing between 7 and 30 days prior to the event we will refund half of your fee.
If you cancel in writing less than 7 days prior to the event there will be no refund.
Where is this taking place?
The Richmond Hill Hotel, in Richmond, Surrey is a 4 star hotel that boasts great accommodation in a very prestigious area. For further information please refer to our locations page.
Richmond Hill Hotel
144-150 Richmond Hill
Richmond-upon-Thames
Surrey, TW10 6RW
Will food be served?
Food and refreshments will be served throughout the day; there will be a buffet style lunch with vegetarian options if requested in advance.
What if I need somewhere to stay throughout my experience?
The Richmond Hill Hotel can provide a double room with single occupancy from £139, including breakfast. (Prices are not guaranteed and you will need to contact the hotel for current rates). There are many other hotels in the area if this is not to your taste.
I’m not local, how am I going to get there?
Richmond is located only 12 miles away from both Central London and 10 miles from Heathrow Airport, and is connected through the District Line at Richmond Station (only minutes away). It is well served by train, tube and bus and there is car parking available on-site.
Why is this workshop different from others?
Listening to Dr Hallowell teach his strength based philosophy on ADHD is like having Tiger Woods teach you how to play golf, or Sir Paul McCartney teach you to play music! He is arguably the most recognised ADHD expert in the world and people travel great distances to listen to him.
In addition there is a real focus on interactivity within our workshops. We believe that this is hugely important as it allows for everybody to communicate their ideas, stories, concerns and successes. The event will not be a lecture-style conference – rather, it will be an informal classroom-style discussion, led by Dr Hallowell.
Who else will be there?
We have different workshops to cater for different audiences and therefore our attendees will be with others having the same relationship with ADHD, whether as a health specialist, ADHD adult, parent or teacher. There will be many people in similar situations to meet and share your experience with.
Is Dr Hallowell going to make this workshop US-centric?
No. Dr Hallowell’s strength based philosophy is universally applicable and not just founded on US norms. Further, we are working with UK-based specialists to add information regarding UK-specific knowledge, e.g. regarding the NHS and the recent UK Children and Families Act.
For example, Fintan O’Regan is currently scheduled to speak at the Educators Workshop and Parents Workshop and will include a discussion of the the recent UK Children and Families Act. Fintan O’Regan is one of the leading behaviour and learning specialists in the UK. Fintan is an internationally acclaimed presenter and consultant in Behaviour, Learning and Motivation working both within the Education and Health sectors. Within the UK he is currently a SEN and Behaviour Consultant for the Schools Network and an associate lecturer for Leicester University, the National Association of Special Needs, Tribal Education and the Institute of Education. In addition, Fintan is currently the Vice Chairman of UKAP and member of the European ADHD Alliance and former chairperson of the European ADHD Taskforce and the Vice Chairman of the UK ADHD Partnership, member of the Special Education Consortium and member of SpLD Assessment Standards Committee.
Can I park my car at the venue?
Yes, there is a car park available for attendees to use. The cost is £5 per day and the charge is to be settled individually please.