School Psychologists and Counsellors Training Program

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ADHD WA’s Professional Development Programs have been successfully delivered to hundreds of teachers, school principals/assistant principals, education assistants, school psychologists, occupational therapists, speech therapists and tutors, both in person and online across Australia and overseas.

This highly tailored training program is designed for anyone working with young people in the areas of mental health, support work, social work, psychology, counselling and schools. It focuses on how to ensure children with ADHD and their families receive the support they need during their education journey.

Great to have a PL [Professional Learning] specifically for school psychologists as we have such a unique role in the school. – School Psychologist

Informative, with helpful and practical tips. Thank you! – School Psychologist

Program Overview

Learn how to ensure children with ADHD and their families receive the support they need during their education journey.

Whether you are a school psychologist, occupational therapist or speech therapist, social worker or counsellor, this professional development program will provide new perspectives and a better understanding of:

  • What is happening inside the ADHD brain from a neuro-psychological perspective.
  • The biggest challenges and daily struggles for young people with ADHD.
  • Barriers to learning (spoiler: attention is not the main barrier).
  • Strategies that overcome barriers and support your students to achieve success.
  • How to partner with families to achieve better outcomes.

Topics covered during the day include:

  • Understanding ADHD (the latest research provides some surprising insights).
  • Medication for ADHD – myths and facts
  • Effective approaches for behaviour management and reinforcing positive behaviour.
  • Emotional self-regulation and critical support for social emotional well-being.
  • Evidence based, high impact strategies.
  • Simple and effective accommodations and differentiation that supports a strengths-based approach.
  • Engaging with parents to support learning.

2025 Program Dates – Bookings Open!

Term 1 – Thursday 27 March 2025
⏰ 8:30am – 3:00pm
📍Mount Claremont Community Centre – 105 Montgomery Ave, Mount Claremont
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Term 3 – Thursday 21 August 2025
⏰ 8:30am – 3:00pm 📍 ADHD WA Hub – 109 Montgomery Ave, Mount Claremont
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Cost Per Participant

Schools Members – $265 | Non-members – $335
(Registration includes comprehensive resources, morning tea and lunch)

SPAWA ADHD WA Members receive 1 discounted ticket and Schools Members can receive discounted tickets for up to 10 educators.
Discount code:
(must be logged into School or SPAWA Membership to see the code)

Are you a Teacher, Education Assistant, Principal or Auxiliary School Staff Member? 
Find out more about our School Teacher Professional Development Program – Perth

Purchase School or ADHD WA SPAWA Membership

Meet the Facilitators

Chantalle Chapman

School Psychologist

Chantalle is a Psychologist with a post-graduate qualification in Education. Chantalle has worked as a psychologist in primary and secondary schools for twenty years. She has experience in government, independent and Catholic schools in both Perth and Sydney. In her current role, she works with teachers and families in the journey from initial identification of…

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Chantalle Chapman

School Psychologist

Chantalle is a Psychologist with a post-graduate qualification in Education. Chantalle has worked as a psychologist in primary and secondary schools for twenty years. She has experience in government, independent and Catholic schools in both Perth and Sydney. In her current role, she works with teachers and families in the journey from initial identification of students with learning and behaviour needs, through to ongoing management after diagnosis. As well as having a professional interest in ADHD, she also has a personal interest as she has a son with ADHD Combined Type.

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