Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for ADHD
Master the art of CBT for adult ADHD clients with real-world therapy sessions, tools, and strategies you can implement immediately.
You know CBT works.
But ADHD clients need more than textbook tactics.
Distraction.
Disorganisation.
Emotional overwhelm.
Missed appointments.
You’ve seen it all.
ADHD in adults presents differently, and unfortunately, standard CBT approaches often fall short.
That’s why this course exists.
Most ADHD training is theoretical. This one is practical.
Most courses talk about techniques. This one shows them.
You won’t just learn how to use CBT, you’ll see how a seasoned psychologist adapts CBT in the moment, with a real client in the room.
This 8 hour course is designed specifically for psychologists, counsellors, and mental health professionals, this on-demand training gives you the confidence, structure, and proven strategies to work effectively with neurodivergent adults using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
No fluff.
Watch six full real-world CBT therapy sessions with an actual ADHD client, broken down and explained.
So you can see what works in real life.
Lifetime access for only $300
What You’ll Get Inside the Course
✔ Nearly 6 hours of live-recorded CBT sessions with an adult ADHD client
Watch start-to-finish sessions where theory meets practice. See the challenges play out and techniques to handle them.
✔ Step-by-step breakdown of CBT principles applied to ADHD
Learn how to teach executive functioning, time management, and emotional regulation without overwhelming your client.
✔ Tools, templates, and strategies to use in your own sessions
Practical models, and stepwise instructions you can immediately apply.
Created By a Senior Clinical Psychologist Who Lives This Work Every Day
Dr. Missy Wolfman is a registered clinical psychologist in Aotearoa New Zealand, specialising in assessment and therapy for neurodivergent clients with ADHD (Aroretini) and autism (Takiwatanga). She leads a team of psychologists in her Auckland-based clinic and delivers professional development for organisations like AUT, NZ College of Clinical Psychologists, and Clearhead. She’s known for making clinical concepts relatable and for giving professionals the confidence to work compassionately and competently with ADHD clients of all ages. She’s not teaching from theory. She’s showing you what she does every day.
- Registered Clinical Psychologist with the NZ Psychologist Board
- Associate Member NZ College of Clinical Psychologists (MNZCCP)
- Member of Perinatal Anxiety Depression Aotearoa (PADA)
- Associate Member of EMDR NZ
Who This Is For
- Registered or trainee psychologists.
- Counsellors and therapists working with neurodivergent adults.
- Mental health professionals who want to see what effective CBT for ADHD looks like, not just read about it.
- Professionals supporting clients with co-occurring anxiety or executive dysfunction.
Who This Is Not For
- People without a professional therapeutic background.
- Those looking for personal ADHD coaching or self-help.
- Clinicians wanting CE credits (currently not included).
Solve the Real Problems Your ADHD Clients Face
This course helps you guide clients through:
- Chronic distractibility
- Task initiation and follow-through
- Emotional dysregulation
- Time blindness and disorganisation
- Co-occurring issues like social anxiety or low self-esteem
- Psychoeducation about ADHD that doesn’t talk down to your clients
Course Curriculum
Welcome from the course instructor, Dr Missy Wolfman.
- What is ADHD?
- Specific symptoms of ADHD.
- Prevalence of ADHD in children and adults.
- Prevalence of ADHD in New Zealand.
- Subtypes of ADHD.
- Causes of ADHD and risk factors.
- Brief overview of the neurobiology of ADHD.
- Overview of ADHD assessment.
- Comorbid psychiatric disorders common in adults with ADHD.
- Australian Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline for ADHD.
- Evidence-based treatment based on the guideline.
- Main targets for pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment.
- Pharmacological vs. non-pharmacological treatment: which to start with?
- Overview of pharmacological treatment:
- Stimulant medication.
- Non-stimulant medication.
- Pharmacological treatment in New Zealand (including brand names).
- Non-pharmacological treatment for ADHD.
- Components of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
- Meta-analysis of CBT treatment for adults with ADHD.
- Meta-analysis of treatment for work-related ADHD symptoms in adults.
- Components of CBT:
- Psychoeducation.
- Environmental modification.
- Behavioral modification.
- Psychological adjustment.
- Cognitive restructuring.
- Risk assessment and management.
- Symptom checklist.
- Checking for medication adherence.
- Psychoeducation for clients.
- Metaphors for ADHD.
- Expectations for CBT for ADHD.
- CBT goal setting.
- ADHD motivators (passion, interest, novelty, challenge, external pressure).
- Examples of CBT goals.
- Skill 1: Using a calendar and checklist.
- Rules for using a calendar and checklist.
- Recap of the previous session.
- Risk assessment.
- Symptom checklist.
- Medication and adherence.
- Review of Skill 1: Using a calendar and checklist.
- Skill 2: Managing multiple tasks and prioritizing.
- Skill 3: Problem-solving skills.
- Skill 4: Creating action plans and schedules with rewards.
- Skill 5: Identifying distractions and modifying environments.
- Skill 6: Measuring attention span and breaking down large tasks.
- Skill 7: Distractibility delay.
- Skill 8: Psychoeducation on the CBT model.
- Skill 9: Identifying thinking traps.
- Skill 10: Challenging automatic negative thinking and developing realistic thinking.
- CBT for social anxiety (a common co-occurring condition with ADHD).
- Troubleshooting social interactions and relationships.
- Mental and actual rehearsals for social anxiety.
- Managing impulsive interactions.
- Further exploration of CBT techniques for managing social anxiety in individuals with ADHD.
There are only two times to plant a tree - 40 years ago, or today.
Start today because your clients deserve more than generalised strategies.
This course isn’t just theory, it’s therapy in action.
Includes lifetime access to all video sessions, worksheets, and future updates.
TL:DR
This course is designed for professionals who want to confidently and compassionately support adult ADHD clients, without having to guess their way through it. If that’s not you, that’s okay. But if it is, click below and start mastering the art of CBT for ADHD.
