ADHD/LD SEMINAR SERIES 2009-2010
For Parents, Teachers, & Clinicians
Sponsored by
Avner Stern, Ph.D., Behavioral Health Specialists, Inc
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September 21, 2009
A Family Focus to Managing AD/HD
Presenter: Kyle Roste, LSCSW, Behavioral Health Specialists, Inc
This presentation deals with the ways child & teen AD/HD impacts family members, including siblings, and practical ways to manage as a family.
October 19, 2009
Discover Your AD/HD Child's Need for Speed
Presenter: Michelle Benton, ACG, FocalPoint Coaching, LLC
Learn what drives your AD/HD child to seek stimulation and how it helps them pay attention. Gather tips & strategies to incorporate stimulation into the classroom, at home, & homework.
November 16, 2009 **
Cogmed Working Memory Training: A Research-Supported, Non-Medical Intervention for AD/HD & Memory Problems
Presenters: Avner Stern, Ph.D., Michelle Benton, ACG, Kay Grossman, MA (Cogmed Certified Coaches)
Information is provided about this important evidence-based intervention for AD/HD and other learning problems. Parents and children who have gone through the training will discuss how it has helped them.
January 25, 2010
Learning & Family Issues for Children & Teens with Asperger's Divergence
Presenter: David Bennett, Ph.D., Children's Mercy Hospital and Clinics
Primarily for parents and educators, this presentation deals with the subtle learning, social, and behavioral issues of children & teens with Asperger's. Practical advice will be given.
February 22, 2010
Dyslexia or Not. What Should We Do?
Presenter: Trudy Stegelman Odle, MS.ED, Horizon Academy
Learn about the different forms reading difficulties can take, the major reasons why reading skills may not develop, and how we can provide the best possible program for success.
March 29, 2010
How to Obtain a Good Evaluation & Documentation for AD/HD & LD Students Transitioning to College
Presenter: Avner Stern, Ph.D., Behavioral Health Specialists, Inc
For parents of students with AD/HD & LD, this presentation provides practical guidance on how to obtain adequate evidence-based evaluations. Appropriate instructional and test-taking accommodations will be discussed.
May 10, 2010 **
Cogmed Working Memory Training: A Research-Supported, Non-Medical Intervention for AD/HD & Memory Problems
Presenters: Avner Stern, Ph.D., Michelle Benton, ACG, Kay Grossman, MA (Cogmed Certified Coaches)
Information is provided about this important evidence-based intervention for AD/HD and other learning problems. Parents and children who have gone through the training will discuss how it has helped them.
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LOCATION:
TIME: 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 pm
COST: $10 per seminar per person, payable at the door. No pre-registration needed.
For information: , or (913) 906-9559, ext. 106
** No charge for these presentations