ADHD Courses & Workshops
Adult ADHD Course
Parent ADHD Course
Meet Bernadette Ashton, ACC
Certified ADHD Life Coach.
Award Winning Author of
Living with Adult ADHD:
Embracing the Chaos with a Smile
Bernadette, the founder and director of ADHD Lancashire, has passionately supported families and adults with ADHD since 2011.
Her deep understanding and dedication shine through in her work, and she offers meaningful guidance and care to those she helps.
Having lived with ADHD, Dyslexia and being part of a neurodiverse family with ADHD, Dyslexia, and Autism, Bernadette brings a genuinely unique and empathetic perspective.
Her personal journey has gifted her with invaluable insights and practical knowledge, which she openly shares to make a difference in others' lives.
Living with Adult ADHD
8-Week Course
Awareness, Strategies, and Self-Empowerment
Unlock Your Unique Potential!
Living with ADHD as an adult can feel overwhelming at times, but it can also mean you have an incredible set of strengths.
Maybe you’ve been recently diagnosed and are trying to piece everything together, or perhaps you’ve known about your ADHD for a while but still find daily life more chaotic than you’d like.
Is This Course for You?
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Are you a late-diagnosed adult looking to understand what ADHD means for you?
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Do you find yourself overwhelmed by daily tasks, distractions, or disorganisation?
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Are you looking to strengthen relationships, build better communication skills, or stop self-sabotaging patterns?
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Do you want practical tools, community support, and guidance to help you create lasting, positive change?
If you answered “yes,” this course will transform your life.
The Living With Adult ADHD course is about giving you the tools, understanding, and support to turn your ADHD challenges into wins.
Eight-week Course Overview
Understanding ADHD in Adulthood
Finally, Explaining All Those "Quirks" You Thought Were Just Personality
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ADHD symptoms, types, and how they present differently in adults.
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Late-diagnosis experience and discuss emotional impacts.
Executive Functioning and ADHD
Creating Structure That Works For You In A World Of Distractions
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Understand executive functioning challenges (e.g., memory, focus, task initiation, planning, organisation, self-regulation) and their impact on daily life.
Time Management and Planning
Because "At The Last Minute" Was Not Meant To Be A Lifestyle!
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Time management, planning difficulties, and procrastination in adults with ADHD.
Emotional Regulation and Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD)
For Those Moments When Small Remarks Hit Like Big Waves
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Emotional regulation challenges in ADHD include rejection sensitivity, mood swings, and emotional overwhelm.
Developing Healthy Routines and Self-Care
Creating Habits That Lift You Up, Not Wear You Out
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Introduce healthy routines for sleep, exercise, nutrition, and stress management, focusing on ADHD-friendly habits.
Understanding Medication and Treatment Options
Medication Alone Isn’t the Solution—Skills Build Lasting Change
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Information on ADHD treatment options, including medication, therapy, ADHD Coaching and lifestyle adjustments.
Building Self-Esteem and Self-Compassion
Transforming From Self-Doubt Into Self-Worth
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Exploring the impact of ADHD on self-esteem and strategies to build self-compassion and a positive self-image.
Enhancing Communication and Interpersonal Relationships
Moving From Misinterpretations to Understanding Situations, Conversations and Connections
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Develop communication and relationship skills, focusing on listening, setting boundaries, and recognising impulsivity & empathy.
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End-of-Course Reflection: Collect feedback and reflections on personal growth and changes experienced.
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.
Creating Your Personalised ADHD Management Plan
Your ADHD, Your Plan—Unlock Strategies That Work for You
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Develop a personalised ADHD management plan integrating strategies, goals, and supportive practices. (optional session after completion of the eight-week course).
2025 Course Dates
March
Fully Booked
Tuesday 18th March
7 pm - 8:30 pm
May
Starting
Tuesday 13th May
1 pm - 2:30 pm
7 pm - 8:30 pm
September
Starting
Tuesday 10th Sept
1 pm - 2:30 pm
7 pm - 8:30 pm
November
Starting
Tuesday 4th Nov
1 pm - 2:30 pm
7 pm - 8:30 pm
Join Us Today!
Empower yourself to take charge of your ADHD, transform your struggles into growth, and experience the change that you deserve.
This course offers more than insights—it offers a tangible pathway to the life you want. Take the first step. We’re with you every step of the way.
ADHD & Positive Parenting Solutions Course
Explore the Comprehensive Content of Our ADHD & Positive Parenting Solutions Programme:
Here is An Overview of Key Topics
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Gain a deeper understanding of ADHD and co-occurring conditions to support your child better.
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Explore natural alternatives to medication and learn how medications work on the ADHD brain.
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Discover stress-reducing exercises to de-escalate behaviours and create a calmer environment.
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Learn practical techniques for stopping unwanted behaviour in children without resorting to talking, persuading, arguing, or yelling.
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Uncover the Six Types of Testing and Manipulation and how to address them positively.
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Find solutions for dealing with misbehaviour in public situations.
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Get practical tips for smooth mornings, getting your children to pick up after themselves, and making mealtimes more enjoyable.
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Say goodbye to homework battles with helpful strategies.
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Master the art of getting your children to bed and staying there peacefully.
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Learn to encourage and respect your child's growing independence while maintaining boundaries.
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Explore the art of exercising self-control and being an effective disciplinarian simultaneously.
"This five-week course spans 90 minutes per session, providing flexible scheduling with both daytime and evening options throughout the school term.
To ensure individualised attention, each session accommodates a maximum of 10 participants, and we warmly encourage both partners to attend together."
Course Dates 2025
Places limited to 10 participants per course
March
Starting
Wednesday 5th March
10:30 am - Fully Booked
7 pm - Fully Booked
April
Starting
Wednesday 23rd April
10:30 am - Fully Booked
7 pm - Fully Booked
June
Starting
Wednesday 4th June
10:30 - 12 midday
7 pm - 8:30 pm
September
Starting
Wednesday 10th Sept
10:30 - 12 midday
7 pm - 8:30 pm
Long-Term Impact: Equip yourself with tools that have a lasting impact, promoting a positive and supportive environment for your child's growth and development.