Self-Paced Online Course
Understanding ADHD Beyond Hyperactivity
Built for parents and families by an ADHD expert and mom
By Julia Sharp, MS, LMHC
This self-paced course provides evidence-based strategies so you can understand the neuroscience behind ADHD behaviorsĀ and stop being overwhelmed by them.Ā
Get The Course
6 self-paced modules
You'll get over an hour and 20 minutes of video content delivered in easy-to-watch lessons on your time.Ā
Supporting resources
Julia provides downloads, prompts, and additional books and materials for further understanding.
First access to live cohortĀ
Course members will have the opportunity to sign up for theĀ upcoming ADHD parent cohort. (separate product )
What You'll Learn
The following topics and concepts are covered through the video lessons, resources, and additional reading:
Neuroscience Principles
Understand how ADHD affects brain development, dopamine levels, and our child's ability to regulate their emotions.
Trading Consequences for Motivation
You'll learn how to build your child's unique ADHD profile with a personalized toolbox of strategies that work more effectively than traditional consequences.
Co-regulation Strategies
Help your child move from distress to calm in moments where they need it most. Your own ability to connect and adapt will be sharpened for these times.
Executive Functioning Strategies
These seven approaches to develop progress include body doubling, the dopamine menu, and micro tasks.
The 1,000x Negative Factor
Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD) causes ADHD children to experience criticism as physical pain. Understand the power of strength-based parenting to rebuild self-esteem.
And More...
You'll get insights on medication approaches, exercise strategies, sleep habits, and behavior therapy options.
This Course Is For You If:
Your child's reactions feel bigger than what the situation warrants
This leaves you feeling unsure how to help them regulate or handle the surroundings.
You've tried consequences, rewards, and reminders without success
The missing element has been a true understanding of how the ADHD brain works scientifically.
You suspect their self-esteem is suffering from the existing patterns
As a result, you find yourself worrying (unhelpfully) about the damage that may beĀ done.
Meet Your Course Leader
Julia Sharp, MS, LMHC
Julia has spent over 20 years as a licensed mental health counselor and serves as the clinical director and co-owner of Charis Counseling Center in Orlando, Florida. She brings both clinical expertise and personal experience to this course as the parent of a child with ADHD. Her approach is warm, research-informed, and deeply practical, drawing from modalities including Internal Family Systems, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and somatic practices.
