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Strategy and Planning Session: In this comprehensive Strategy and Planning session tailored for Access to Work Funding, we will delve into the unique ADHD Life Skills, examining them closely together. Critical components of this session include: Understanding Your Unique ADHD Life Skills: We'll explore the distinctive aspects of your ADHD life skills, gaining a deep understanding of them. Identifying the Most Significant Impact on Your Career and Home Life: Discuss the primary aspects of your ADHD that you perceive as influential in your professional and personal spheres. Setting Goals for the Next Six Months: Defining your aspirations and charting the areas you'd like to prioritise in your coaching sessions. Coaching Agreement Discussion: Reviewing and finalising the coaching agreement to ensure a clear understanding of our collaborative journey. Coaching Sessions During our coaching sessions, we'll cover a range of topics designed to enhance your skills and address challenges Exploring Challenges: Identifying and understanding the specific challenges you face. Self-awareness and Strength Development: Focusing on developing self-awareness and leveraging your strengths. Core Values Identification: Collaboratively identifying your core values to guide decisions and actions. Addressing Limiting Beliefs: Recognising and overcoming any limiting beliefs that may hinder your progress. Organisational and Prioritisation Skills: Developing effective organisational and prioritisation skills. Time Management and Awareness: Strategies for improved time management and heightened time awareness. Procrastination Management: Techniques to overcome procrastination tendencies. Psychoeducation on Adult ADHD, ADHD Brain, and Medications: Providing comprehensive information on adult ADHD, understanding the ADHD brain, and exploring medication options. Working with Targets: Tailoring coaching to align with your specific targets and objectives. Access to Monthly Support Group Meetings: Inclusion in supportive group sessions for shared experiences and insights. Post-Session Email Updates and Accountability: We are providing ongoing support through email updates and ensuring accountability post-session. Invoices are to be paid monthly in advance. Each session will be structured around the topics you wish to explore, fostering a dynamic and personalised coaching experience. Together, we will navigate your goals and collaboratively work towards achieving them.

Living Well With ADHD Weekly Course Topics: Week 1: Understanding ADHD in Adulthood Finally, Explaining All Those "Quirks" You Thought Were Just Personality ADHD symptoms, types, and how they present differently in adults. Discuss the experience of late diagnosis and its emotional impacts. Week 2: Executive Functioning and ADHD Creating Structure That Works For You In A World Of Distractions ​Understand executive functioning challenges (e.g., memory, focus, task initiation, planning, organisation, self-regulation) and their impact on daily life. Week 3: Time Management and Planning Because "At The Last Minute" Was Not Meant To Be A Lifestyle! ​Time management, planning difficulties, and procrastination in adults with ADHD. Week 4: Emotional Regulation and Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD) For Those Moments When Small Remarks Hit Like Big Waves Emotional regulation challenges in ADHD include rejection sensitivity, mood swings, and emotional overwhelm. Week 5: Developing Healthy Routines and Self-Care Creating Habits That Lift You, Not Wear You Out Introduce healthy routines for sleep, exercise, nutrition, and stress management, with a focus on ADHD-friendly habits. Week 6: Understanding Medication and Treatment Options Medication Alone Isn't the Solution—Skills Build Lasting Change Information on ADHD treatment options, including medication, therapy, ADHD Coaching and lifestyle adjustments. Week 7: Building Self-Esteem and Self-Compassion Transforming Self-Doubt Into Self-Worth Exploring the impact of ADHD on self-esteem and strategies to build self-compassion and a positive self-image. Week 8: Enhancing Communication and Interpersonal Relationships Moving From Misinterpretations to Understanding Situations, Conversations and Connections Develop communication and relationship skills, focusing on listening, setting boundaries, and recognising impulsivity & empathy. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​This detailed weekly structure will empower you to build knowledge, strengthen self-management skills, and cultivate self-compassion in a supportive, step-by-step learning environment. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES (Included) * 8 x Weekly self-reflection Course Workbook covering each weekly topic. These have been designed to support you as and when needed after the course has ended * Weekly Follow-Up Emails: Summaries of each Session and supportive tips. * ​​Invitations to two future monthly group meet-ups online. We are looking forward to meeting you.

Parent Support Zoom Calls Parenting a child with ADHD can bring both joys and challenges, and you don’t have to face it alone. Our ADHD Parent Support Coaches are here to listen, understand, and guide you through whatever questions or concerns you may have. Bernadette, who leads our support, has over 14 years of experience helping families navigate the ADHD journey. As a parent of two children diagnosed with ADHD and dyslexia, she understands the challenges first-hand and brings both professional expertise and personal insight to every conversation. You can book a private 20- or 45-minute Zoom call where we’ll focus on your unique situation, answer your questions, and share practical strategies to help you gain more clarity, confidence, and solutions. This is your space for support, whether you’re looking for reassurance, new tools, or simply a conversation with someone who truly gets it. We’re here to walk alongside you every step of the way. So don't hesitate to reach out – we've got you covered!

Strategy & Planning Session Overview: In this session, we will delve into your unique ADHD Life Skills, examining them together to understand your strengths and challenges. We'll identify the most significant aspects of ADHD that you feel impact your career and home life. Our focus will then shift to your goals. We will discuss what you aim to achieve in the next six months and determine the initial areas you want to concentrate on in our coaching sessions. Example of Discussion Topics: Exploring Challenges: We'll thoroughly investigate the challenges you face at work and home. Self-Awareness and Strengths: Developing a deeper understanding of your strengths and building self-awareness. Reducing Overwhelm: Explore your triggers, which may be causing you to feel overwhelmed, and find ways to reduce your overwhelm. Core Values Identification: Collaboratively identifying your core values. Overcoming Limiting Beliefs: Recognising and addressing limiting beliefs that may hinder your progress. Organisational and Prioritisation Skills: Developing practical organisational and prioritisation skills. Time Management and Procrastination: Strategies to manage time efficiently and overcome procrastination. Working with your Targets: Establishing and working towards achievable targets you want to achieve. Post-Session Updates: Provide email updates, share resources, recap, and accountability after each session. You will lead each coaching session, focusing on the topics that matter most to you. This tailored approach allows us to explore challenges, examine your goals, and discuss how you want to achieve them. Furthermore, we can delve into personal development, skill-building, fostering awareness, empowerment, and growth, all designed to help you unlock your full potential. Investment: The total cost for your 3-month plan is £960 if paid in full or £480 paid in 2 monthly payments. Following this plan, we can discuss which option best suits your needs to continue your ADHD coaching experience.

Adult ADHD Coaching | Free Discovery Call Thank you for taking the first step to connect with me. If you have any questions about our adult ADHD Coaching services, I am thrilled to invite you to a complimentary 20-minute discovery call. During this session, we can explore how coaching can benefit your specific challenges and discuss personalised strategies tailored to your needs. At ADHD Lancashire, we offer the following services: Adult ADHD Coaching, ADHD Life Coaching, Executive ADHD Coaching, Adult ADHD Courses, Adult ADHD Support Groups, and personalised strategies. Join us to discover the support and guidance you need to navigate ADHD with confidence and empowerment.

ADHD Diagnosis Discovery Call – Adults with ADHD Symptoms wanting an ADHD Assessment If you've been wondering whether ADHD might explain some of the challenges you face day to day, you don't have to figure it out alone. This call is a gentle first step towards clarity. During our chat, we'll talk about the symptoms and struggles you've been noticing, explore how ADHD might be showing up in your life, and go through the different options available if you'd like to pursue a diagnosis. We'll also discuss the types of support that can help you feel more confident and supported along the way. Think of this as a safe, friendly space to ask questions, share what's on your mind, and explore next steps for you. There's no pressure or obligation after the call, just the opportunity to gain clarity and feel more informed about your options. You can book a 15-minute or 30- minute discovery call with Bernadette.

ADHD & Positive Parenting Solutions Course Come and meet other parents going through a similar journey and learn more about: Understanding ADHD and co-occurring conditions Natural alternatives to medication to help to increase dopamine Looking at stress and destressing exercises to de-escalate behaviours Stopping unwanted behaviour in children Avoiding the Talk-Persuade-Argue and yelling Six Types of Testing and Manipulation Misbehaviour in Public: What You Can Do Getting up and out in the morning How to get your kids to pick up after themselves Making mealtimes more enjoyable Avoiding homework battles How to get your kids to bed and stay there How to encourage and respect your child's growing independence Exercise self-control and be an effective disciplinarian at the same time This course is offered to participants as a five-session course with a duration of 90 minutes per session, conducted during the day or evening during school term time. Each session is limited to 10 participants, and both partners can attend.​ The 10:00 to 11:30 am

Living Well With ADHD Weekly Course Topics: Week 1: Understanding ADHD in Adulthood Finally, Explaining All Those "Quirks" You Thought Were Just Personality ADHD symptoms, types, and how they present differently in adults. Discuss the experience of late diagnosis and its emotional impacts. Week 2: Executive Functioning and ADHD Creating Structure That Works For You In A World Of Distractions ​Understand executive functioning challenges (e.g., memory, focus, task initiation, planning, organisation, self-regulation) and their impact on daily life. Week 3: Time Management and Planning Because "At The Last Minute" Was Not Meant To Be A Lifestyle! ​Time management, planning difficulties, and procrastination in adults with ADHD. Week 4: Emotional Regulation and Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD) For Those Moments When Small Remarks Hit Like Big Waves Emotional regulation challenges in ADHD include rejection sensitivity, mood swings, and emotional overwhelm. Week 5: Developing Healthy Routines and Self-Care Creating Habits That Lift You, Not Wear You Out Introduce healthy routines for sleep, exercise, nutrition, and stress management, with a focus on ADHD-friendly habits. Week 6: Understanding Medication and Treatment Options Medication Alone Isn't the Solution—Skills Build Lasting Change Information on ADHD treatment options, including medication, therapy, ADHD Coaching and lifestyle adjustments. Week 7: Building Self-Esteem and Self-Compassion Transforming Self-Doubt Into Self-Worth Exploring the impact of ADHD on self-esteem and strategies to build self-compassion and a positive self-image. Week 8: Enhancing Communication and Interpersonal Relationships Moving From Misinterpretations to Understanding Situations, Conversations and Connections Develop communication and relationship skills, focusing on listening, setting boundaries, and recognising impulsivity & empathy. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​This detailed weekly structure will empower you to build knowledge, strengthen self-management skills, and cultivate self-compassion in a supportive, step-by-step learning environment. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES (Included) * 8 x Weekly self-reflection Course Workbook covering each weekly topic. These workbooks have been designed to support you during after the course has ended. * Weekly Follow-Up Emails: Summaries of each Session and supportive tips. * ​​Invitations to two future monthly group meet-ups online. We are looking forward to meeting you.

Adult ADHD Coaching | Free Discovery Call Thank you for taking your first step to connect with me. I am thrilled to invite you to a complimentary 20-minute discovery call. Living with ADHD can feel overwhelming! Unfinished tasks, racing thoughts, regulating impulses and emotions, and constant frustration. But you don’t have to figure it out alone. During this Session, we can explore how coaching can support you with your specific ADHD challenges and discuss how personalised coaching strategies tailored to your needs can help. Join me to discover the support and guidance you need to navigate ADHD with confidence and empowerment.

Living Well With ADHD Weekly Course Topics: Week 1: Understanding ADHD in Adulthood Finally, Explaining All Those "Quirks" You Thought Were Just Personality ADHD symptoms, types, and how they present differently in adults. Discuss the experience of late diagnosis and its emotional impacts. Week 2: Executive Functioning and ADHD Creating Structure That Works For You In A World Of Distractions ​Understand executive functioning challenges (e.g., memory, focus, task initiation, planning, organisation, self-regulation) and their impact on daily life. Week 3: Time Management and Planning Because "At The Last Minute" Was Not Meant To Be A Lifestyle! ​Time management, planning difficulties, and procrastination in adults with ADHD. Week 4: Emotional Regulation and Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD) For Those Moments When Small Remarks Hit Like Big Waves Emotional regulation challenges in ADHD include rejection sensitivity, mood swings, and emotional overwhelm. Week 5: Developing Healthy Routines and Self-Care Creating Habits That Lift You, Not Wear You Out Introduce healthy routines for sleep, exercise, nutrition, and stress management, with a focus on ADHD-friendly habits. Week 6: Understanding Medication and Treatment Options Medication Alone Isn't the Solution—Skills Build Lasting Change Information on ADHD treatment options, including medication, therapy, ADHD Coaching and lifestyle adjustments. Week 7: Building Self-Esteem and Self-Compassion Transforming Self-Doubt Into Self-Worth Exploring the impact of ADHD on self-esteem and strategies to build self-compassion and a positive self-image. Week 8: Enhancing Communication and Interpersonal Relationships Moving From Misinterpretations to Understanding Situations, Conversations and Connections Develop communication and relationship skills, focusing on listening, setting boundaries, and recognising impulsivity & empathy. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​This detailed weekly structure will empower you to build knowledge, strengthen self-management skills, and cultivate self-compassion in a supportive, step-by-step learning environment. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES (Included) * 8 x Weekly self-reflection Course Workbook covering each weekly topic. These have been designed to support you as and when needed after the course has ended * Weekly Follow-Up Emails: Summaries of each Session and supportive tips. * ​​Invitations to two future monthly group meet-ups online. We are looking forward to meeting you.

Adult ADHD Clarity Session Feeling overwhelmed, confused about your options, or unsure where to start? Whether you are exploring the possibility of ADHD, considering an assessment, looking for workplace support, or simply wanting a better understanding of your challenges, this private 1:1 session is designed to help you gain clarity and confidence about your next steps. During this 45-minute Zoom session, you'll have the opportunity to discuss your individual situation in a supportive, non-judgmental environment with Bernadette Ashton, Certified ADHD Life Coach and Founder of ADHD Lancashire. Together, we can explore: • ADHD assessment options, including NHS, Right to Choose and private pathways • ADHD pre-screening and understanding your symptoms • Access to Work funding and workplace support • Executive functioning challenges such as organisation, time management, and overwhelm • Understanding how ADHD may be impacting your daily life, relationships or work • Coaching, courses and support options available through ADHD Lancashire • Practical next steps tailored to your individual circumstances What You'll Receive ✔ A private 45-minute Zoom session ✔ Personalised guidance based on your needs and questions ✔ A follow-up summary email outlining key discussion points and recommended next steps ✔ Relevant resources, signposting and recommendations where appropriate Is This Session Right for You? This session is suitable for adults who: • Are considering an ADHD assessment • Have recently received an ADHD diagnosis • Are waiting for assessment and would like guidance in the meantime • Need support understanding workplace accommodations and Access to Work • Feel overwhelmed and want help identifying practical next steps • Want trusted, experienced guidance from someone who understands ADHD About Bernadette Bernadette Ashton is a Certified ADHD Life Coach, Author of Living with Adult ADHD, and Founder of ADHD Lancashire. She has been supporting adults and families affected by ADHD for nearly 20 years and has facilitated adult ADHD support groups since 2011. Her approach is warm, practical and non-judgemental, helping people move from confusion and overwhelm towards greater understanding, confidence and action. Investment: £85 Includes a personalised follow-up summary email.

This session is ideal for any questions about Access to Work Applications and quotations; we're thrilled to invite you to a complimentary 20-minute discovery call. or 45 minute application call. In this insightful consultation, we can delve into various topics, including: What support are you looking for in the workplace? How do I apply for Access to Work Funding? Support you need to complete your online Application? What can I apply for? A quotation for your funding application. During this discovery call, we aim to provide valuable insights into the options uniquely tailored to your situation. It's an opportunity to explore, ask questions, and discover how our coaching services can support your journey. Let's connect and chart a path to your success! Choose the 20 minute Call for information and the 45 minute call to complete your online application.